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Diagnostics

COVID-19 LAMP screening? There’s an app for that

21 February 2022

A new smartphone app improves the reliability of on-site rapid COVID-19 colorimetric tests, paving the way for safe gatherings in the post-pandemic world.

Materials Science

Conductive polymers get reenergized

15 February 2022

Materials scientists develop next-generation polymers with stability and electrical conductivity.

Stem Cells

Searching for good fat’s origins

14 February 2022

Researchers have identified a stem cell marker that influences fat cell development, unlocking exciting therapeutic opportunities for chronic diseases.

Materials Science

Sluggish battery reactions get a boost

10 February 2022

Insights into the intricate chemical reactions of lithium-sulfur batteries could pave the way for lighter, more powerful prototypes.

Polymers

Nano-cages help eye treatments stick around

27 January 2022

A new polymer-based eyedrop holds promise for treating stubborn fungal eye infections

Diabetes

A closer look at metformin in maternal diabetes

25 January 2022

New data suggest that metformin administered to pregnant mothers may have unintended effects on the fetus, prompting the need for further assessment of the drug’s risk-benefit ratio.

Infectious Disease

Tanzania’s feverish five revealed

21 January 2022

During the 2018 outbreak in Southeastern Tanzania, there were four dengue virus serotypes and the chikungunya virus in circulation, say A*STAR researchers.

Neuroscience

Treating rare disease with familiar vitamins

19 January 2022

Metabolic changes in the neurons of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis may be reversed with vitamin B3 supplements.

Cancer Biology

Biopolymer boosts the fighting chance of cancer therapies

17 January 2022

A novel polymer improves the effectiveness of chemotherapeutics against drug-resistant tumors.

Immunology

Deciphering asthma’s genetic puzzle

14 January 2022

A new link between gene variations in immune cells and allergic reactions explains why some individuals are more prone to developing asthma.

Carbon Capture

Carbon-capturing minerals promise a greener tomorrow

12 January 2022

Life cycle assessments show that a technology that captures waste carbon dioxide and turns it into sand may help Singapore reduce its carbon emissions.

Nutrition

A local twist on assessing heart health

10 January 2022

The first reference range of circulating fatty acids in Singaporeans paves the way for more accurate insights into the cardiovascular health of local populations.

Materials Science

The secret lives of hairy plants

6 January 2022

A new gel that molds and sticks to plant surfaces provide scientists with a non-invasive way of monitoring diverse plant species.

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