A*STAR Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (A*STAR IMCB)
Going the distance to treat pancreatic cancer
22 Sep 2025The distance between certain cell types in pancreatic tumours can predict whether patients live longer.
From code to cure
18 Sep 2025SINGA scholar Senuri De Silva merges computational biology with translational science to unlock protein-level insights into the mechanisms of disease.
Whole in one
8 Sep 2025Integrating molecular insights from several omics profiling approaches, A*STAR research initiatives are deepening our understanding of human physiology and unearthing new diagnostic and therapeutic opportunities.
Good things happen when microbes meet soy
18 Aug 2025Scientists dig into tempeh to uncover how microbial action breaks down soybean proteins into smaller, more digestible and more nutritious forms.
Powering the changemakers
24 Jul 2025This year, the National Research Foundation Singapore is empowering three A*STAR researchers to push the boundaries of science.
Better TIMES for liver cancer patients
16 Jun 2025A new spatial genomic scoring system outdoes existing tools at identifying patients at risk of recurring liver tumours.
Fatty liver poses silent risks to SMA survivors
5 Jun 2025A new study reveals that the genetic defect behind spinal muscular atrophy may also cause long-term liver issues for both patients and carriers.
Gluing together layers of molecular insights
29 May 2025A new spatial multi-omics tool merges different levels of biological data from the same tissue sample to better differentiate finer details at different health states.
A watery test of fishy stress
15 Apr 2025Hormone traces in aquaculture tank water offer a less intrusive way to monitor the health of popular Asian fish farm stocks.
Editing the basics
7 Mar 2025Cell and gene therapies are driving the next revolution in medicine, combining the best of biology with game-changing technologies from A*STAR researchers and partners.
Deconstructing the esophagus cell by cell
3 Mar 2025Researchers uncovered how specialised stem cells act as building blocks for the esophagus, shaping its development and offering insights into treating related diseases.
Liver cancer’s ‘bad apple’ effect
19 Feb 2025A comprehensive study of liver tumours reveals that a small fraction of aggressive cells can have an outsized effect on patient outcomes.