A*STAR Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (A*STAR IMRE)
Conductive polymers get reenergized
15 Feb 2022Materials scientists develop next-generation polymers with stability and electrical conductivity.
Sluggish battery reactions get a boost
10 Feb 2022Insights into the intricate chemical reactions of lithium-sulfur batteries could pave the way for lighter, more powerful prototypes.
Nano-cages help eye treatments stick around
27 Jan 2022A new polymer-based eyedrop holds promise for treating stubborn fungal eye infections
Cold spray’s hot potential in repairing aircraft
22 Dec 2021A new method of spraying metallic powders on the surface of worn-out aircraft components at relatively low temperatures holds promise for the aerospace industry.
Shaping a legacy of scientific excellence
15 Dec 2021Honored with the President’s Science and Technology Awards, A*STAR researchers are shaping Singapore’s scientific landscape. Here, we spotlight three researchers who have pushed the boundaries in foundational biomedical research, translational engineering efforts and cross-cutting collaborations.
Three decades of driving dedicated research
7 Dec 2021Through the years, A*STAR has always stood at the forefront of science and technology and innovation. Here’s how A*STAR came to be and what it has in store in the upcoming decades.
Boxing in the coronavirus
23 Nov 2021A new, cost-effective barrier enclosure protects healthcare workers by effectively containing airborne viral particles from COVID-19 patients.
Lighting up the world of optoelectronics
28 Sep 2021From sensors to solar cells, Le Yang harnesses functional materials to create energy-efficient devices applicable to various facets of everyday life.
Delving into a spectrum of quantum capabilities
24 Sep 2021From advanced materials to atomic super sensors, A*STAR scientists are harnessing the power of quantum to the fullest, ushering in the next generation of trailblazing technologies.
Bringing integrated avalanche detectors into the (visible) light
14 Sep 2021This first-of-its-kind integrated avalanche photodetector for visible light lays the foundation for next-generation innovations in imaging and communications.
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.