A*STAR Bioinformatics Institute (A*STAR BII)
Reinforcing frontline defences against variants
14 Nov 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.
Steadying antibodies against variant surges
23 Oct 2024A high-resolution study of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies revealed how they neutralise variants and reduce the impact of spike protein mutations.
Digital detective decodes dementia
3 Oct 2024A new machine learning model identifies key dementia features from complex clinical datasets, potentially making diagnoses faster and less subjective.
Shaping solutions to fix faulty cells
25 Sep 2024Innovative designer molecules called stapled peptides effectively target and block cancer processes, promising a new therapeutic approach.
Hidden pockets expose antiviral hotspots
16 Sep 2024High-resolution simulations uncover dynamic regions on the surface of dengue-like viruses to guide the design of novel antivirals.
Decoding cancer’s molecular dance
5 Sep 2024Using artificial intelligence techniques, Mai Chan Lau maps the spatial relationships between tumour cells and immune cells to understand their effect on clinical outcomes.
Nearing quantum horizons
30 Aug 2024A*STAR frontiers in the national push for a quantum computing advantage
Pulse checks on lingering symptoms
6 Aug 2024Smartwatch data points to a connection between physical activity and prolonged COVID-19 symptoms among healthcare workers.
Towards lifelong vitality
15 Jul 2024Through innovative technologies and deep biological insights, A*STAR research institutes and ecosystem partners aim to enhance the healthspan of Asia’s ageing populations.
Unfolding RNA origami reveals cell secrets
19 Jun 2024A*STAR researchers develop a new method to study RNA’s intricate folding patterns within a single cell, revealing fresh insights into how cells develop and function.
Cancer-killing complexes charge ahead
3 May 2024A*STAR researchers developed specially designed nanocomplexes that effectively target and kill cancer cells, including those resistant to traditional treatments.
Turning cold tumours into hot targets
4 Apr 2024Researchers identify predictive immune ‘signatures’ in liver cancer patients that can help tailor and improve the success rates of combined immunotherapy and radiotherapy.