More recently, scientists have developed treatments called monoclonal antibodies -- antibodies that can be isolated and manufactured in lar...

The Nikkei index settled down 1.15% at 19,669.12, led by declines in the consumer discretionary and healthcare sectors.

The Nikkei share average closed 2.13 per cent firmer at 19,353.24, edging near its March 25 high of 19,564, while the broader Topix gained ...

The weaker yen triggered futures buying in late trade.