Highlights
Genetics
Turning back the clock
24 November 2009A key signaling pathway in mammals forces cells in diverse tissues to ‘act their age’
Small Molecule Imaging
Dyeing for diabetes
24 November 2009Discovery of the first small fluorescent probe for a pancreatic hormone could shed light on pancreatic diseases
Biomimetic Structures
Butterfly light
24 November 2009Patterned surfaces mimicking the nano-scale structure of butterfly wings can produce impressive optical effects
Speech Processing
Vocal fingerprints
24 November 2009More secure voice identification systems could stem from an improved algorithm for comparing speech patterns
Nanoparticles
Breaking down barriers
24 November 2009Creating ultrasmall particles with multiple functionalities becomes easier thanks to a new extraction procedure
Micro-machining
At the cutting edge
10 November 2009Experiments with a tiny diamond cutting tool reveal how different materials respond to micro-machining
Data Storage
Fine-lined patterns refined
10 November 2009High-resolution patterns for miniaturizing devices can be achieved using modified fabrication materials
Pharmaceutical
Side by side by synthesis
10 November 2009Nitrogen atom-directed ortho-lithiation aids preparation of anti-HIV drug
A*STAR Singapore Immunology Network (A*STAR SIgN)
Arming the body against liver cancer
10 November 2009Immune cells that target tumors can be boosted in chronic hepatitis B sufferers
A*STAR Bioprocessing Technology Institute (A*STAR BTI)
Maintaining ‘arrested development’
10 November 2009Embryonic stem cells keep their developmental options open with help from two recently identified genes
Genetics
A new part of the program
10 November 2009A novel transcription factor can facilitate the reprogramming of somatic cells into stem cells
Nanotechnology
Combating fatal brain infections
27 October 2009Custom-built antimicrobial peptides can cross the blood–brain barrier and destroy harmful bacteria and fungi
Genetics
Molecular machines shift into gear
27 October 2009Construction of the world’s smallest controllable gear sets the stage for new nanoscale mechanical devices
