Contrary to popular belief, locusts are hampered by nitrogen-rich food — a finding which could be exploited to control swarms.

China's largest biotechnology company and a non-profit product developer are teaming up to develop new tuberculosis vaccines.

Asia now collectively invests slightly more than the United States in research and development, says a report.

Cutting methane and soot emissions could quickly tackle climate change while boosting crops and health, says a study.

Science and tech played big roles in events such as the Arab Spring and tackling natural disasters ― but they struggled to be heard elsewhere.

Thousands of rice varieties are in the pipeline for genome sequencing in a major push for crops able to provide better food security.

The Durban climate talks ended with a global agreement to work towards carbon targets, but critics say key issues have been sidelined.

The ancient practice of farming fish in rice paddies benefits both parties, a study has found.

Climate scepticism is rare in Brazilian, Chinese and Indian newspapers compared with those of the UK and US.

Japan is one of the first case studies for FORIN, a forensic approach to understanding the underlying causes of disasters.

Researchers have created a database of the chemicals in 300 Chinese herbs used in traditional medicine.

The Asia-Pacific region needs a green 'industrial revolution' to cut unsustainable consumption of natural resources and pollution.

Mountain ranges in the developing world have some of the best potential for producing solar energy, but costs may stand in the way.

Chinese and Indian plans to use batteries to store solar power could drive up lead emissions.

The ten-year plan could place more women in professional roles but some say cultural discrimination remains a major barrier.

Commercial blood tests for tuberculosis are unreliable and should not be used, says the WHO, calling for more research.

The university aims to revolutionise higher education but some academics have criticised its approach.

A collaboration with China has produced Pakistan's first genome map.

African scientific ties with China are on the rise, but they need to be sustainable and mutually beneficial, observers say.

Chinese officials say unauthorised GM rice has been spreading in the country, and blame 'weak management'.