Highlights
Zika Virus
A brighter approach to molecular genetics
23 May 2019Using an expanded genetic alphabet containing fluorescent artificial DNA bases, scientists can now visually detect and quantify DNA molecules for use in diagnostics.
Spintronics
A shot in the arm for spintronics
30 April 2019A spin injection technique that is more than 10,000 times more efficient than existing methods could allow for the development of ultrafast spintronic computers
Plasmon
Future bright for mini synchrotrons
30 April 2019Shooting electrons into hybrid light-matter particles on a surface could be the key to a new wave of compact X-ray machines
Genomics
Chipping away at drug resistance
30 April 2019A platform for rapidly profiling mutations and gene expression offers valuable insights into cancer biology
Inflammation
The coincidental complications of coinfection
17 April 2019Malaria infections may be masking the extent of the emerging chikungunya epidemic
Fresnel Lens
Extra axis makes for cutting-edge fabrication
16 April 2019A 5-axis swinging-rotating machining technique enables fabrication of ultra-precise optical microstructures up to 30 times faster
A*STAR Genome Institute Of Singapore (A*STAR GIS)
Poised for survival
16 April 2019State-of-the-art single-cell RNA sequencing technologies shed light on the mechanisms through which cancer cells become resistant to tumor-treating drugs
Terahertz Radiation
Tuning terahertz transmission
16 April 2019A metasurface whose optical properties change in response to electricity provides precise control over the reflection and transmission of radiation
A*STAR Institute Of Molecular And Cell Biology (A*STAR IMCB)
Fly screen captures behavioral effects of venom
2 April 2019Injecting flies with snail venom could help us discover molecules for developing new drugs
Polymers
Radical steps toward clean encapsulation
2 April 2019Chemists use free radicals to produce polymers strong enough to encapsulate drugs while remaining degradable
Trained Immunity
Against gut instinct
2 April 2019By turning a pathogenic yeast into an immunity-conferring symbiont, a team of A*STAR researchers is unraveling mysteries behind gut evolution and universal vaccines
Microstructure
Finding a premium blend
2 April 2019In shape memory alloys, the right combination of crystal grains can achieve high strength and still retain memory
Thermochromism
Smart liquid goes dark in the heat
2 April 2019Nanowires that form and disperse as the temperature changes form the basis of a robust thermochromic liquid
