A*STAR Institute of Sustainability for Chemicals Energy and Environment (A*STAR ISCE²)

Whether for novel medicines or high-value chemicals, A*STAR teams are at the forefront of new developments across the pipeline and scaling up scientific breakthroughs for Singapore’s growing bioeconomy.

By leveraging commonly available materials like rattan and bamboo, researchers develop an accessible solution for turning seawater fresh in resource-limited areas.

The performance of a copper catalyst in reducing carbon dioxide is determined not by its initial form but by how its surface is sculpted by a fluorine doping reaction.

A hybrid platform for manipulating deep ultraviolet light in semiconductor materials opens new possibilities for next-generation ultraviolet photonic devices.

A new fusion chemistry approach could make some of the toughest industrial plastics recyclable, with tuneable features for different applications.

An in-depth investigation of how graphene catalysts split methane molecules offers a cleaner route to hydrogen fuel production with near-zero CO₂ emissions.

A tri-enzyme delivery platform restores biochemical balance and promotes healing in skin wounds. 

A novel strategy reshapes single-atom catalysts to enhance their performance and efficiency in producing valuable pharmaceuticals and chemicals.

A new light-sensitive hydrogel platform that models human tissue elasticity reveals how ageing cells react to a changing environment.

A closer look at a popular catalyst for green fuels and chemicals reveals the hidden relationships between its atomic-level structure and catalytic performance.

A new approach to recycling plastics produces higher-quality materials by crosslinking plastics reversibly using an additive.

An enhanced photochemical formula could pave the way for on-demand reversible adhesives triggered by cheaper and safer light sources.