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A bust of Alfred Nobel in the Nobel Forum in Stockholm, Sweden, on Wednesday. Photo: Reuters
Henri B. Kagan, who won the 2026 Nobel Prize in chemistry for his work on mirror images in chemical molecules, in 2009. Photo: Academie des Sciences via AP
Japanese chemist Kenso Soai, who won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, leaves home for a press conference, in Shiki, Saitama prefecture, on Wednesday. Photo: Kyodo News via AP
Nobel Prize

Kagan, Soai win Nobel Chemistry Prize for solving chemical asymmetry puzzle

The scientists were honoured for their discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis.

Biomedicine: Companies

Chinese biotech faces reality check as ArriVent drug failure sinks stock in US

Science

Chinese team creates ‘lifelike’ hydrogel that changes shape for smart devices

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Nobel Prize

‘Neutrino Man’ Francis Halzen wins Nobel Prize in Physics

The Belgian-American scientist was honoured for the discovery of high-energy neutrinos of astrophysical origin.

A Nobel Prize medal. Physics was the first category mentioned by Alfred Nobel in his will. Photo: AP
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

On-site staff, hotline deployed as Kai Tak Hospital starts phased operations

Family medicine centre opens on Monday at city’s largest hospital, specialist outpatient and blood-taking services to follow in late October.

Wellness

TCM or Western medicine for sports injuries? Why Hong Kong fencer chose both

Asian Games fencer Janelle Leung and experts in TCM describe its growing acceptance among athletes for smarter injury recovery.

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Wellness

How high is your risk of heart disease? This blood test can help you find out

This test can reveal a lot about your risk of developing circulatory conditions. Experts advise what to do if your LP(a) level is high.

A lipoprotein(a) – Lp(a) – test can reveal your risk of circulatory conditions, including heart attack and stroke. Because your Lp(a) level is genetic and does not really change, only one test is needed. Photo: Shutterstock
Biomedicine: Companies

AstraZeneca, Merck, Novo deals inject fresh global momentum into Chinese biotech

Deals involving novel cancer therapies and weight-loss drugs reinforce the growing global appeal of Chinese biotech innovation.

Wellness

What’s the future of heart health? Cardiologists on advances, life-saving habits

On World Heart Day, three prominent cardiologists talk about their hopes for the future and simple things you can do to protect your heart.

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Wellness

The hidden risks of using Chinese medicine with Western prescriptions

Some plants and procedures common in Chinese medicine can affect Western medicines such as blood thinners and depression drugs.

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Traditional Chinese medicine and Western prescription drugs are often used together in Hong Kong, but patients may not always know the impact of the combination. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Editorial | Hong Kong’s fight against cancer must begin with early screening

The city’s achievements in cutting the rate of cancer-related deaths is impressive but more can be done to ensure timely diagnosis.

Advances in treating lung cancer – the most common and deadliest type in the city – such as targeted therapy and immunotherapy had improved global survival rates. Photo: Getty Images
Biomedicine: Industry Trends

How Chinese biotech is graduating from licensing deals to broader partnerships

InnoCare’s pact with Eli Lilly, potentially worth up to US$3.35 billion, highlights a shift towards bigger partnerships, analysts say.

Cancer

How FDA backing could advance multi-cancer blood tests despite Hong Kong doubts

Doctors say more data is needed despite growing interest in detecting multiple cancers from a single blood sample.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong reports more than 40% drop in cancer-related death rate over 30 years

Health minister Lo Chung-mau outlines Hong Kong’s ‘remarkable’ progress at the World Cancer Congress, being held in the city for the first time.

Hong Kong has reduced its age-standardised cancer mortality rate by more than 40 per cent in three decades, according to Health Secretary Lo Chung-mau. Photo: Sam Tsang
China technology

Are clinical trials about to become a new front in the US-China biotech race?

China’s ability to conduct clinical trials quickly and cheaply has given it an edge in the biotech sector – and the US is growing concerned.

A sign for the Food And Drug Administration outside its headquarters in Maryland. Photo: Getty Images
UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles)

Eyeing Ukraine, China’s military doctors voice progress on drone-caused injuries

Head, face and neck injuries are becoming a big problem in armed conflicts dominated by uncrewed aerial vehicles.

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Hong Kong stock market

‘High tide’ of China biotech deals seen as US curb fears fade: analysts

Stocks jump on reports Washington will allow most licensing deals under ‘substantially softer stance’ than had been feared, analysts say.

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Wellness

Why dementia is preventable – and the new tools that can reduce your risk

On World Alzheimer’s Day, a look at advances in dementia diagnosis and treatment, and why much of the risk may be within our own control.

A group of elderly people gather to swim. Research increasingly shows that dementia is anything but inevitable and that we have more control over the risks than once believed. Photo: Shutterstock
Biomedicine: Industry Trends

Can targeted sound waves transform treatment for pancreatic and brain cancers?

A leading advocate says global trials in pancreatic and brain cancers may yield results within 3 years, with Alzheimer’s another application.

Thailand

Thailand makes weight-loss pens prescription-only to counter abuse

The country’s consumer watchdog aims to help patients receive ‘higher quality, safer, and more appropriate for their treatment’.

Biomedicine: Companies

GSK’s US$750 million cancer drug deal highlights China’s rise as biotech player

The acquisition is the latest in a string of major licensing deals involving Chinese biotechnology firms.

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GSK has agreed a deal worth up to US$750 million to license a T-cell engager from a Chinese biotechnology firm. Photo: Reuters
United States

Ozempic-maker Novo Nordisk slims down to ‘Novo’

It will keep the full Novo Nordisk as its legal corporate name, using Novo and an updated version of its bull logo for its packaging.

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The headquarters of pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk in Bagsvaerd in Denmark. The company is battling fierce competition in the anti-obesity sector, where its hugely successful Ozempic and Wegovy treatments have spurred rivals to catch up. Photo: EPA
Greater Bay Area

Data from Greater Bay Area residents to help improve healthcare policy: GSK

Executive says pharmaceutical company is investing in shared data infrastructure.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Unvaccinated children, elderly face much higher risk of major flu complications

Hong Kong director of health cites data showing unvaccinated children and elderly are four to five times more vulnerable than vaccinated individuals.

China’s private sector

China needs monkeys: lab animal shortage could hinder biotech growth

As fundraising and out-licensing deals in China grow, so does demand for monkeys and other primates for testing.

The expansion of China’s biotechnology industry is driving up demand for primates. Photo: Shutterstock
Wellness

I survived breast cancer. 12 years later, my body sent another warning

This Gynaecologic Cancer Awareness Month, US-based author and filmmaker Amy Wu shares her experience of dealing with cancer – twice.

US-based journalist Amy Wu describes her recent brush with cancer and why listening to your body matters. Photo: courtesy of Amy Wu
Science

US, China trials suggest a single nanodrug shot might stop bad cholesterol forever

Separate trials using CRISPR and base editing to silence lipid genes show drastic drops in LDL-C without daily medication.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

‘There are trade-offs’: how Hong Kong patients can use telemedicine wisely

Hospital Authority telehealth cases jump 33 per cent as private clinics tailor services for people with busy schedules.

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