A*STAR Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (A*STAR IMCB)
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.
Iron fuels cancer’s trajectory
13 Feb 2025High iron levels, often linked to red meat consumption, can fuel cancer growth by reactivating proteins that allow cancer cells to divide endlessly.
Stretching the limits of health monitoring
3 Feb 2025A new wearable sensor continuously detects key chemical biomarkers directly from the skin, circumventing more invasive clinical methods.
Microlasers track tensions between cells
24 Jan 2025A new sensor innovation measures stress inside tissue models to simulate disease conditions like cancer with greater accuracy.
Layering up for smarter mRNA deliveries
14 Jan 2025A deeper look at nanoparticle design reveals how customised lipid carriers with advanced structures can greatly enhance the delivery of mRNA treatments.
Guiding stars at scientific frontiers
6 Jan 2025In recognition of their scientific contributions and impact both locally and globally, 14 leading researchers have been awarded the 2024 A*STAR Fellowship.
Pathways to Impact
30 Dec 2024Through its focus on attracting, developing and retaining talents in science and technology, A*STAR is helping to build a rich national ecosystem of research, innovation and enterprise.
Gene trails lead to a new view of diabetes
26 Dec 2024A comprehensive genomic map reveals how certain genes regulate key cells in blood sugar control, offering new insights for future diabetes treatments.
Gene therapy steadies sugar swings
4 Dec 2024Researchers developed a new method to improve the effectiveness of islet cell transplants, which may offer better treatment options for people with diabetes.