A*STAR Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (A*STAR IMRE)
Pushing the limits of lithium batteries
8 May 2023Researchers discover how to extend the lifespan of lithium metal batteries by coating separators with graphene.
Wonder material’s recipe for success
26 Apr 2023Researchers assemble the first guide for making high-quality MXenes – synthetic materials with a wealth of untapped potential in energy storage and other industrial applications.
Polymer idea sparks super biosensors
20 Mar 2023Researchers develop a polymer-based bioelectronic transistor that could power tomorrow’s point-of-care diagnostic devices.
Beauty in quantum imperfections
6 Mar 2023A new two-step process for fabricating quantum dots with tuneable properties offers exciting possibilities for medical imaging and beyond.
In support of the groundbreakers
3 Mar 2023In 2023, the National Research Foundation Singapore selected 10 A*STAR researchers to be a part of its competitive Investigatorship and Fellowship grant programmes.
The petascale push
1 Mar 2023To tackle the monumental challenges of the 21st century, the National Supercomputing Centre (NSCC) Singapore brings cutting-edge supercomputing resources to researchers across A*STAR and beyond.
A sweet solution for plant-based plastics
10 Feb 2023Researchers create a new recyclable, eco-friendly class of plastics derived from natural sugar molecules to address the plastic waste crisis.
AI in the clean energy game plan
6 Feb 2023Artificial intelligence could help speed up the discovery and development of materials towards a greener future.
Polymers: more than meets the eye?
2 Feb 2023A new polymer gel may offer a drug-free solution to preventing retinal scarring after eye surgery.
How to create crystal clear holograms
25 Jan 2023By working on the next wave of high-resolution liquid crystal projectors, A*STAR researchers pave the way for better virtual reality hardware.
A perfect pair to make sparks fly
11 Jan 2023Researchers match materials to create a high-efficiency thermoelectric generator that turns waste heat into electricity.
Breathing new life into e-waste
20 Dec 2022Researchers identify an easy-to-recycle plastic alternative for use in electronics, making strides towards a circular economy.