<p>Autophagy, which declines with age, may hold more mysteries than researchers previously suspected. In the January 4th issue of <em>Nature Aging</em>, it was noted that scientists from the Buck Institute, Sanford Burnham Prebys and Rutgers University have uncovered possible novel functions for various autophagy genes, which may control different forms of disposal including misfolded proteins—and ultimately affect aging.</p>
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12 05 2021
Located close to Changi Prison and in the Changi area where tens of thousands of Allied Prisoners-of-War (POWs) and civilians were held captive during the Japanese Occupation of Singapore from 1942 to 1945, Changi Chapel and Museum (CCM) is a place to remember the experiences of those held and a site of pilgrimage for the families of those held captive. Closed for a huge revamp since 2018, CCM will reopen on 19 May 2021 with a with a refreshingly new feel, a new logo, and offer an experience that will be a lot more immersive.
The new look Changi Chapel and Museum – a huge improvement from its previous incarnation. The visitor services area, which spots a new look logo, with the CCM monogram shaped like a POW chapel. The logo is also designed to resemble prison bars.
5 04 2021
Set in scenic surroundings in Singapore’s rustic north-eastern corner, the area we refer to as Changi Point, is one in which I have found great joy in. It is an area of much beauty with much of its natural geographical features intact and wears a charm that is little changed from the time I first interacted with it more than half a century ago. Over the years, I have also discovered that the area is one with quite a history; a history that is even recorded in maps of a 17
th century battle off Changi. Also as fascinating is Changi Point and its more recent past, one that goes back to the early decades of Singapore as a British East India Company trading port.
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3 female pioneers who paved the way for S’pore women
In the first of a three-part series celebrating SG women, we salute the gutsy trailblazers who shaped our nation’s history through their stories and carved out a world of possibilities and opportunities for generations to come.
(From left) Women’s advocate Khatijun Nissa Siraj, medical social worker Daisy Vaithilingam and Singapore’s first female commercial pilot Anastasia Gan. PHOTOS: ST FILE
PublishedFeb 3, 2021, 4:00 am SGT
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