Highlights
Spintronics
Magnetic memories on the right track
26 August 2014An investigation into switching characteristics provides new criteria for achieving faster switching of magnetic memories
A*STAR Singapore Immunology Network (A*STAR SIgN)
A signal to kill
26 August 2014Crystal structure reveals how minor variations make receptor proteins activate or inhibit natural killer cells
Surfaces
Diamonds in the crush
12 August 2014Theoretical simulations reveal how nanoscale lubricating systems can ease friction between surfaces coated with diamond-like carbon
Multiply-twinned Crystals
Pentagonal nanorods show catalytic promise
12 August 2014A novel route to pentagon-shaped gold–copper nanorods could advance the field of heterogeneous catalysis
Hydrogel
Finding the sweet spot for cartilage formation
12 August 2014A synthetic scaffold with fine-tuned physical properties helps cartilage regrowth at injury sites
Xeno-free
Animal-free reprogramming improves safety
12 August 2014Reprogramming of adult cells in animal-free conditions provides a safer culture system for therapeutic stem cells
Immunoglobulin E
Small particles, big productivity
12 August 2014Magnetic nanoparticles break the capacity barrier for antibody purification
A*STAR Institute Of Materials Research And Engineering (A*STAR IMRE)
Keeping in contact
12 August 2014Transparent polymeric films with near-uniform, continuous nanoprotrusions show high water pinning abilities
Cancer
Modified drug gives a ‘green light’ for its own success
29 July 2014A modified anticancer drug can simultaneously target tumor sites and show whether or not it is working
Payment Systems
Recharging in private
29 July 2014An electronic payment system developed at A*STAR will protect the privacy of customers recharging their electric vehicles
A*STAR Institute Of Materials Research And Engineering (A*STAR IMRE)
Dyes help harvest light
29 July 2014Dye-sensitized solar cell absorbs a broad range of visible and infrared wavelengths
Particle Dynamics
The yin and yang of ‘moonwalking’ cells
29 July 2014A particle dynamics model may provide insight into diseases and deformities linked to disruptions in cell development
Anti-fouling
Positive progress on antifouling
29 July 2014Heat-responsive polymers that do not break down in water may lead to new antifouling coatings and enhanced oil recovery
