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

A new generation of flexible polymers could pave the way for more easily recycled bioelectronics.

A simple yet effective solid-state design for acidic electrolysers solves a dilemma in atmospheric carbon conversion for industrial use.

A detailed look at a tungsten-based semiconductor reveals how the spacing of surface defects can improve the material’s stability in atmospheric conditions.

A new lithium niobate nanophotonic device efficiently produces correlated photon pairs on chips, paving the way for compact quantum communication systems.

By introducing tiny magnetic whirlpools to existing spin-based electronics, researchers pave the way for faster, more compact and more energy-efficient computing.

The discovery of a 2D material with electrically-tuneable light-bending properties could lead to more compact and efficient optical components in future electronics.

Hormone traces in aquaculture tank water offer a less intrusive way to monitor the health of popular Asian fish farm stocks.

A new AI-driven computational pipeline paired with rigorous lab-based testing accelerates the discovery of novel molecules for efficient organic solar cells.

Inspired by natural biomineralisation processes, a novel cancer therapy uses gold nanoparticles to selectively sabotage vital components in cancer cells.

A chemical breakthrough helps vitrimers resist the effects of long-term stress, defying a conventional trade-off between their performance and recyclability.

Combining engineering precision and data-driven insights, Charmaine Chia builds miniature technologies that unlock groundbreaking solutions for biotechnology.

By studying polymer-based solid-state batteries, researchers have created a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional liquid electrolyte batteries.