Human Health and Potential (HHP)
Scaling up universal blood production
25 Aug 2021A scalable cell culture platform can generate universal red blood cells from stem cells, paving the way for manufacturing an abundant supply of blood for transfusions.
The protective possibilities of polymers
23 Aug 2021From forming protective physical barriers to stabilizing mRNA vaccines, polymers provide endless solutions to the threat of coronaviruses and other current and impending diseases.
Seeing biological specimens in a new light
19 Aug 2021Scientists develop a technique for performing advanced infrared microscopy using off-the-shelf cameras built for visible light.
Getting a clearer view of the skin
11 Aug 2021To see skin in its full, three-dimensional glory, it first needs to be transparent.
How long do COVID-19 antibodies last?
9 Aug 2021The amount of neutralizing antibodies produced by COVID-19 patients—and the length of time they remain detectable—can vary wildly, a study suggests.
The brain circuit that encourages overeating
2 Aug 2021Scientists have identified a network of neurons that drives overeating in response to environmental cues, rather than genuine hunger.
Unraveling the complexity of immune cells
28 Jul 2021By tapping into the inner workings of cells, Jinmiao Chen uses novel analytical technologies to understand why immune responses vary greatly among individuals.
Advancing synthetic biology across all fronts
16 Jul 2021From expanding the genetic alphabet to uncovering antibiotics hidden in silent genes, A*STAR’s researchers are wielding the tools of synthetic biology to improve our lives in surprising ways.
A surprising new source for skin stem cells
14 Jul 2021When placed in the proper environment, even stem cells from unlikely sources like the bladder or prostate can form skin components like hair follicles and sebaceous glands.
Cracking the glycan code
8 Jul 2021A database of ion-mobility mass spectrometry information is taking the guesswork out of glycan analysis.
A new approach to an old pandemic
6 Jul 2021The discovery of a new, highly conserved druggable site on the HIV reverse transcriptase could turn the tide in the wake of growing drug resistance.
Opening the cellular gates to glucose
2 Jul 2021Low levels of sugar entering into pancreatic cells may be the culprit behind insulin secretion defects in early-onset diabetes.