Highlights
Diagnostics
COVID-19 LAMP screening? There’s an app for that
21 February 2022A 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 2022Materials scientists develop next-generation polymers with stability and electrical conductivity.
Stem Cells
Searching for good fat’s origins
14 February 2022Researchers 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 2022Insights 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 2022A new polymer-based eyedrop holds promise for treating stubborn fungal eye infections
Diabetes
A closer look at metformin in maternal diabetes
25 January 2022New 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 2022During 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 2022Metabolic 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 2022A novel polymer improves the effectiveness of chemotherapeutics against drug-resistant tumors.
Immunology
Deciphering asthma’s genetic puzzle
14 January 2022A 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 2022Life 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 2022The 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 2022A new gel that molds and sticks to plant surfaces provide scientists with a non-invasive way of monitoring diverse plant species.
