A*STAR Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (A*STAR IMRE)

A new approach to recycling plastics produces higher-quality materials by crosslinking plastics reversibly using an additive.

Insights into the magnetic properties of a rare-earth element open up new possibilities for engineering energy-efficient magnetic technologies.

A new material uses raindrops to power the production of fuel from carbon dioxide in the air.

A newly developed additive for magnesium-based batteries brings them a step forward as safer, high-performance alternatives to lithium-ion systems.

In recognition of their research excellence, leadership and impact both locally and globally, ten leading A*STAR researchers have been awarded the A*STAR Distinguished Fellowship and Fellowships.

A serendipitous encounter led researchers to discover a new method for fabricating a key crystal for nanophotonics applications.

A new method of electrically controlling light emissions from nanoscale light sources opens new possibilities for quantum photonic devices.

A new photonic device offers a hybrid metasurface design that produces brighter, tuneable light emissions for applications in quantum computing and sensing.

A closer look at aluminium battery electrolytes sheds light on the complex mechanics that set them apart from lithium-ion systems.

Dual-atom catalysts overcome a significant barrier in lithium-sulfur battery performance, opening a new paradigm for catalyst design in next-generation batteries.

An unusual molecular ‘baton pass’ in oxide-derived copper may explain its remarkable potential to turn wastewater nitrates into a useful chemical feedstock.

Inspired by sponges and trees, a novel hydrogel design paves the way for a new generation of multi-functional electronic soft sensors.