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

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.

A new electrolyte innovation tackles a key hurdle in developing a viable substitute for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries.

A new semiconductor production method lays out insulating layers with an atomic-level smoothness that boosts their efficiency in next-generation nanoelectronics.

Researchers uncover a new chemical reaction that boosts the recyclability of durable thermoset plastics, tackling a major sustainability challenge.

A new wearable sensor continuously detects key chemical biomarkers directly from the skin, circumventing more invasive clinical methods.

A new thin film technology harnesses a unique nanoscale phenomenon to achieve exceptional electromechanical responses, potentially raising the speed limits of tomorrow’s wireless communications.

A new cost-effective electrochemical method to create single-atom catalysts could provide a boost for future battery technologies.

By switching between clear and opaque modes at different temperatures, a new solid material promises to help buildings efficiently regulate their light, warmth and privacy.

Researchers developed a new recyclable plastic that could help reduce waste and enable a circular economy by allowing durable materials to be reused.

In recognition of their scientific contributions and impact both locally and globally, 14 leading researchers have been awarded the 2024 A*STAR Fellowship.