Is it a superpower? Woman’s nose detected a disease 12 years before doctors could. Know the science behind it

A retired nurse from Scotland, Joy Milne, has played a crucial role in advancing research on Parkinson’s disease diagnosis, thanks to her extraordinary sense of smell. Milne noticed an unusual change in her husband Les’s body odor more than a decade before he was formally diagnosed with Parkinson’s. What initially seemed like a personal quirk … Read more

“Science thrives on teamwork”: Scientist Dr Wong Sok Kuan on collaboration and breakthroughs in osteoarthritis research

What’s next for Wong? “My focus is twofold: deepening our understanding of immune modulation in bone metabolism and collaborating with industry and clinical partners to bring these findings from bench to bedside.” Beyond scientific breakthroughs, Wong hopes to nurture the next generation of researchers. “I want to inspire others to pursue impactful research and contribute … Read more