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Researchers have discovered a gene that plays a role in the size and weight of rice grains, which could potentially boost yields.

A test developed to detect carcinogenic human papillomavirus in women in developing countries has shown promise in trials.

Health institutions in China and Mexico are among those benefiting from new funding from the US National Institutes of Health.

China needs to improve the integration between business and science and different sectors of its innovation system, according to an OECD report.

Bt cotton, the genetically modified crop, can protect neighbouring crops from pests, report Chinese scientists.

China will launch two major funding initiatives to tackle the country's infectious disease epidemics and support drug development.

The Chinese government will roll out a US$3.5 billion research project for GM crops later this month.

Priority must be given to domestic science publications and many Chinese journals should be made open-access, says a leading Chinese scientist.

A study in the Tibetan plateau shows that plants emit methane gas, which could affect thinking on their role in global warming.

Researchers have found that Chinese rabies cases have risen dramatically in recent years, matched by inadequate treatment.

Chinese scientists are recycling e-waste into a strong material for multiple uses such as park benches and fences.

Scientists say that atmospheric models must be updated to incorporate the effects of brown carbon particles.

Indonesians are benefiting from a Taiwanese e-learning scheme that aims to tackle the digital divide in the developing world.

Post-combustion capture of carbon dioxide will be tested at a Chinese power station, thanks to Chinese and Australian cooperation.

Rice accumulates more arsenic under flooded conditions, say researchers, suggesting benefits for cultivation under aerobic conditions.

A new survey reveals that many Chinese science academics and students are dissatisfied with the quality of domestic academic conferences.

The negative attitude of European nations towards GM food is affecting commercialisation policies, says a leading Chinese scientist.

A new study finds that obesity rates in China are soaring and putting a heavy burden on the country's health system.

Researchers have called for more planning and better collaboration to make two of China's environmental programmes more sustainable.

Human rights can serve as a valuable guide for climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies, according to a report.