Asian elephants have a nasal pronunciation
With the help of an acoustic camera that visualizes sound pressure, researchers from the University of Vienna investigated the calls of Asian elephants. The elephants emitted their low frequency "rumbles" mainly through their trunk or through their m.....»»
European, US SiC substrate suppliers slightly lower prices for Asian customers
In response to increased competition from Chinese competitors, SiC substrate suppliers from Europe and the US have slightly lowered prices for Asian customers, according to industry sources......»»
Apple got rich in China. Other Asian markets offer the next "golden opportunity"
Apple launched an online store in Vietnam this week, in another nod to the growing importance of emerging markets for the iPhone maker......»»
India renewed efforts to attract Mac and iPad suppliers by US$2 billion incentive
As previous efforts failed to attract global PC manufacturers to make their products in India, the South Asian country doubled down on its incentive scheme to entice manufacturers, especially Apple, to help build a local ecosystem in India......»»
India wasn"t a favorite for Taiwanese investors
India's PLI scheme encourages local companies to team up with makers from Taiwan and South Korea, and it has helped local companies forge partnerships with Wistron, Pegatron and Foxconn. The Asian ICT supply chain, which has played second fiddle to b.....»»
How anti-Asian racism manifested at work in the pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic challenged any notion that Asian Americans are a privileged, white-adjacent group skirting above racism. To more fully understand how COVID-19 affected the racial dynamics experienced by Asian professionals in the workplace, McG.....»»
BYD to make electric vehicles in Vietnam in Southeast Asia push
BYD Co. plans to produce electric vehicles in Vietnam and expects support from the country's government to do so, the Southeast Asian nation said following a May 5 meeting between Deputy Premier Tran Hong Ha and the automaker's chairman and founder,.....»»
From enormous elephants to tiny shrews: How mammals shape and are shaped by Africa"s landscapes
Africa is the world's most diverse continent for large mammals such as antelopes, zebras and elephants. The heaviest of these large mammals top the scales at over one ton, and are referred to as megafauna. In fact, it's the only continent that has no.....»»
OSAT companies raise concern about India"s policy consistency
As the Indian government is trying to woo global semiconductor manufacturers to set up their facilities in India, global OSAT providers are reportedly worried about a consistent policy from the Indian government before investing in the South Asian co.....»»
Human activities have reduced elephant habitat by nearly two-thirds since 1700, dividing population into smaller patches
Despite their iconic status and long association with humans, Asian elephants are one of the most endangered large mammals. Believed to number between 45,000 and 50,000 individuals worldwide, they are at risk throughout Asia due to human activities s.....»»
Germany in talks to limit the export of chip chemicals to China
Germany is in talks to limit the export of chemicals to China that are used to manufacture semiconductors as Berlin steps up efforts to reduce its economic exposure to the Asian nation......»»
Netflix to invest $2.5bn in new South Korea films and TV shows
The firm's co-CEO said the money will be spent on making TV shows and movies in the Asian country......»»
What are the challenges Apple faces in its shift to India?
Apple has embarked on massive investments in India, the world's most populous country with high economic growth potential. However, the protectionist mindset rooted in the South Asian country may pose a risk for Apple in the long term......»»
The mathematics of cell boundary "ruggedness"
Researchers have uncovered both the mathematical and biological mechanism behind the rugged structures at cell boundaries found in tissues such as the kidneys and nasal glands. The team hopes that their new insights can help develop new ways of treat.....»»
Secrets of the Elephants series reveals a unique, dynamic animal culture
Ars chats with wildlife conservationist Paula Kahumbu about her experience making the series. Enlarge / An African Savannah elephant roams through Kimana Sanctuary in Kenya in the new documentary series Secrets of the Elephants......»»
Elephants must adapt to a rapidly changing world in Secrets of the Elephants
Ars chats with wildlife conservationist Paula Kahumbu about her experience making the series. Enlarge / An African Savannah elephant roams through Kimana Sanctuary in Kenya in the new documentary series Secrets of the Elephants......»»
Newly sequenced hornet genomes could help explain invasion success
The genomes of two hornet species, the European hornet and the Asian hornet (or yellow-legged hornet) have been sequenced for the first time by a team led by UCL (University College London) scientists......»»
Restoring Asia"s roar: Researcher outlines plan to see tigers flourish again
Dr. Thomas Gray is a conservation biologist and Tiger Recovery Lead at the WWF Tigers Alive Initiative. His current research focuses on the active recovery of threatened Asian species and sustainable financing for landscape-scale conservation. In thi.....»»
IRA and CHIPS Act bringing manufacturing back to the US
Since the onset of the US-China trade war, Washington has launched a series of initiatives to bring manufacturing back to India, especially the strategically significant semiconductors. Asian manufacturers, except for China, are also building manufac.....»»
Pang Pha, the Asian elephant, taught herself how to peel a banana
The elephant only peels yellow-brown bananas when alone, and can do so faster than humans. An elephant named Pang Pha learned how to peel a banana with her trunk—but only yellow-brown bananas. Credit: Kaufmann et al., 2023/Current.....»»
Black and Asian people can suffer prejudice and insults from members of their families with lighter skin, says research
Black and Asian people with darker skin shades can be the subject of prejudice and insults from lighter skin members of their families, new research shows......»»