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Data visualization

An algorithm to rule them all

2019-03-18

A powerful machine-learning technique enables biologists to analyze enormous data sets
Nano-optics

Mass manufacturing of metasurfaces

2019-03-18

Advanced display technologies based on nanostructures could be mass manufactured by introducing existing techniques from the semiconductor electronics industry
Cancer

Tapeworm drug targets common vulnerability in tumor cells

2019-03-18

Drug screen reveals safe, potent, broad-spectrum anticancer compound
Disease models

Spinal organoids mimic neurodegenerative disease

2019-03-18

New spinal-cord-like cell clusters could be used to study and find treatments for nerve cell degeneration
Cancer immunotherapy

Reprograming T cells to attack solid tumors

2019-03-18

A two-pronged genetic manipulation of T cells of the human immune system could lead to more effective cancer treatments
Tissue engineering

Sweetening the deal on bone repair

2019-03-18

The size and composition of protein-binding sugars in the extracellular matrix play a crucial role in bone repair
Metallurgy

Strength in numbers for 3D printing

2019-03-18

Hierarchical microstructure improves the performance of metallic material
Carbon fiber materials

On board for aircraft repairs

2019-03-06

A process that improves repair of carbon fiber airplane components may benefit Singapore’s avionic industry
Materials

A surprise coating solution

2019-03-06

An easy route to polymer coatings with potential use in biofouling prevention

Features View all

Acne's possible new roots in growing glands and undigested collagen

2019-03-15

A link between acne, gland growth and poor collagen remodeling brings scientists in Singapore closer to an effective treatment.

Ten things A*STAR researchers revealed in 2018

2019-03-06

As we look forward to the rest of 2019, let us look at some of the amazing things A*STAR researchers unearthed in 2018.

Sydney Brenner’s 10-on-10: a take on evolution through the aeons

2019-02-22

A new book spans 14 billion years of evolution and explores humanity’s place in time.

Virtually reality: future factories run by digital twins

2019-02-04

A*STAR has built a testbed for digital twins, the virtual counterparts of real manufacturing equipment. These factory innovations could help companies save huge amounts of time and money by predicting and adjusting for their partner machine’s condition on the go.