With a sound understanding of polymers, their properties and the methods to synthesize them, scientists can create novel materials for a wide range of practical applications.
A*STAR scientists have devised an algorithm for accurately assembling genomes, paving the way for in-depth analysis of microbial communities in the human gut.
By controlling the crystallization of pharmaceutical compounds using template surfaces, high quality drugs may be manufactured more cheaply and easily.
Silicon nanoparticles dispersed in solution can be positioned by light and printed onto surfaces, or used in applications such as medical imaging and drug delivery.
A*STAR researchers demonstrate how the expression of genes from alternative gene promoters is associated with lower cancer survival in patients.
