Microelectronics
Scratching the surface of electrical films
2 Aug 2023A close look at the surface chemistry of thin films used in electronic devices reveals how air exposure affects their performance.
Mitigating corrosive effects
14 Jan 2014A study of the thermodynamic properties of copper connections uncovers a route to improving the reliability of electronic devices
Automating cancer detection
13 Aug 2013A sensor developed at A*STAR can detect bladder cancer cells and track tumor progression
Innovation on the move
2 Jul 2013The A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics and Japan’s Shikino High-Tech Co., Ltd have united to develop improved technologies for motion sensing
Making long-haul, ultrahigh bandwidth more affordable
7 May 2013Researchers at A*STAR have made low-cost, ultrahigh-bandwidth telecommunication across continents a possibility through an innovative advance in silicon photonics
A tougher seal for rugged environments
26 Feb 2013An aluminum–germanium alloy forges a tough, hermetic seal for electronics in extreme environments
Miniaturized sensors hold up under pressure
1 Jan 2013Implantable medical devices may soon improve thanks to new developments in miniaturized pressure sensors
A fast and loose approach improves memory
18 Dec 2012An unconventional design for a nanoscale memory device uses a freely moving mechanical shuttle to improve performance