Highlights
Materials Science
Tough plastics find new life
26 November 2024A new class of heat-cured polymers proves both durable and recyclable, which can drastically reduce landfill waste from disposed household items and industrial parts.
Immunology
Taming T cells to douse eczema’s flare
22 November 2024A*STAR researchers discovered a potential new treatment for severe eczema by targeting a protein that regulates immune cell activity.
Telecommunications
Breaking through to open airwaves
20 November 2024New acoustic filters could support faster future mobile communications by tapping into underused higher frequency bands, reducing congestion in existing channels.
Transportation
Deep learning for deeper waters
18 November 2024A new dynamic, context-aware machine learning model aims to support safer navigation through busy seaports by predicting ship movements in real time.
Immunology
Reinforcing frontline defences against variants
14 November 2024Antibodies in mucous membranes may be key in protecting against SARS-CoV-2 variants, pointing to the need for COVID-19 vaccines that target these antibody responses.
Waste Management
Saltwater alchemy for sustainable solutions
12 November 2024A*STAR researchers unearth new electrochemical insights on carbon capture with desalination brine, optimising the recovery of valuable minerals while reducing climate-changing emissions.
Machine Learning
Bioinformatics oracle reads between the lines
8 November 2024A new computational model refines the art of predicting how proteins interact, creating a robust tool to explore complex biological systems even with limited data.
Genomics
FISHing for answers in gene clusters
4 November 2024A*STAR researchers devise a new streamlined method for analysing thousands of genes at once on a tissue-wide scale, offering a more accessible tool to study and diagnose diseases at a cellular level.
Urban Planning
City roots nurture community connections
25 October 2024Statistical models show that urban spaces can strengthen social ties and promote healthier, more active lifestyles when designed with a focus on quality and inclusivity.
Bioinformatics
Steadying antibodies against variant surges
23 October 2024A high-resolution study of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies revealed how they neutralise variants and reduce the impact of spike protein mutations.
Optics And Photonics
Nanoarrays tune light on the dot
21 October 2024A new optical nanoantenna design provides fine control of light emissions from quantum dots, honing their tunability for more robust, energy-efficient optoelectronics.
Chemistry
Reviving rusty catalysts for green gains
17 October 2024Atomic simulations reveal new insights into iron-based catalysts for an efficiency and sustainability boost to carbon capture efforts.
Food Science
Weighing the benefits of plant-based diets
15 October 2024Research indicates that plant-based alternatives can significantly change nutritional profiles compared to animal-protein diets.
