A Japanese research team has found a way to improve genome editing, but complex regulations hinder Japanese technology from reaching the clinical stage.
ispace failed in its bid to become the first private company to land a craft on the moon, but it gained crucial data for future explorations.
Look beyond the lunar lander failure. It is ventures like ispace embracing bold challenges that drive the advancement of science and technology.
Samples collected from asteroid Ryugu by Hayabusa2 contain RNA base uracil and remnants of liquid water — shedding light on the origins of life.
The improved accuracy in CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing could reduce the risk of cancerous cell transformation in gene therapy using this technology.
Debunking claims in a February 2023 article about animal research in Japan, the author examines the facts of Japanese and Western biomedical research standards.
The new quantum computer has the potential for application in the development of new materials, drug discoveries, financial forecasting and other key fields.
The author responds to the Mainichi Shimbun's February 2023 article on live animal testing in Japan, pointing out what the article "forgot" to say.
By fighting misinformation about the HPV vaccine to save lives, medical doctor Riko Muranaka has shown the cost and value of defending scientific integrity.
Hideo Itokawa was a leading aeronautical and rocket engineer. But it wasn't always smooth sailing. Failures are part and parcel of any worthwhile endeavor.
Japan is a treasure trove of scientific research but needs to raise its international profile, says Japan's leading chemist Kazuhito Hashimoto.
Researchers from two Japanese universities believe that, when used correctly, esports can improve our cognition and concentration.