Genomics
Reading a richer genetic alphabet
6 Apr 2026Nanopore sequencing and a self-enhancing AI model team up to enable a faster and more accurate method for reading synthetic genes.
Neutrophils fill the gaps in skin defence
21 Nov 2025A deep dive into the skin barrier uncovers the critical role immune cells play in structural reinforcement and wound healing.
Single cell maps unveil Asia’s immune diversity
5 Nov 2025A groundbreaking multinational atlas of the body’s frontline defenders reveals hidden variations that could enhance precision health efforts worldwide.
Gluing together layers of molecular insights
29 May 2025A new spatial multi-omics tool merges different levels of biological data from the same tissue sample to better differentiate finer details at different health states.
Mapping an evolving fungal foe
23 May 2025Scientists identify a new, distinct group of the deadly yeast Candida auris, and urge the expansion of global surveillance efforts.
Liver cancer’s ‘bad apple’ effect
19 Feb 2025A comprehensive study of liver tumours reveals that a small fraction of aggressive cells can have an outsized effect on patient outcomes.
FISHing for answers in gene clusters
4 Nov 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.
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.
Charting activity in genetic cityscapes
5 Jun 2024Bambu, a new computational tool for analysing genetic data, effectively identifies and quantifies complex gene patterns.
Single-cell insights towards precision cancer care
25 Mar 2024Researchers performed a comprehensive genetic sequencing of individual tumour cells to refine existing colorectal cancer classifications.
Reading hidden notes on genetic molecules
13 Dec 2023A new computational tool accurately predicts RNA modifications from sequencing data, allowing researchers to study and develop novel therapies for complex diseases such as cancer.
Decrypting the breast cancer code
25 Oct 2023Researchers extract insights from large databases of genetic and clinical information in a bid to develop more robust, data-driven breast cancer screening frameworks.