Highlights
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.
Green Energy
Computer-crafted clays catalyse clean power
11 October 2024Departing from costly simulations and trial-and-error methods, researchers harness machine learning and automation to efficiently discover new recipes for green hydrogen catalysts.
Molecular Biology
Turning up the volume of quieter RNAs
9 October 2024A new RNA sequencing approach allows scientists to hone in on rare, often obscured transcripts that reflect the finer details of cellular function.
Materials Science
Spinning wonders of future computing
7 October 2024Complex magnetic particle arrangements, called skyrmions, can transform computing by making data storage and processing more efficient and energy-saving.
Neuroscience
Digital detective decodes dementia
3 October 2024A new machine learning model identifies key dementia features from complex clinical datasets, potentially making diagnoses faster and less subjective.
