A*STAR Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (A*STAR SIFBI)
Closing the loop
29 Oct 2024Through advanced chemistries in materials and process engineering, A*STAR lends its support to national development goals for a more circular economy.
Nanoarrays tune light on the dot
21 Oct 2024A new optical nanoantenna design provides fine control of light emissions from quantum dots, honing their tunability for more robust, energy-efficient optoelectronics.
Weighing the benefits of plant-based diets
15 Oct 2024Research indicates that plant-based alternatives can significantly change nutritional profiles compared to animal-protein diets.
Flexing into alternative diets
28 Aug 2024Understanding the psychological traits of flexitarians reveal the different motivations for adopting a flexitarian diet.
Superbug killers on native soil
16 Aug 2024A newly discovered antibiotic compound found in local soil can potentially combat some of the world’s toughest drug-resistant bacteria.
Engineering nature’s living factories
31 Jul 2024Delving into the microscopic machinery of microbes, A*STAR Scholar Miselle Tiana Hengardi is exploring how everyday yeasts could someday become sustainable sources of natural skin protection.
Wellness starts in tiny tummies
25 Jul 2024Changes in the gut microbiome of infants are functionally linked to childhood obesity, highlighting the potential for early interventions to promote long-term health.
Towards lifelong vitality
15 Jul 2024Through innovative technologies and deep biological insights, A*STAR research institutes and ecosystem partners aim to enhance the healthspan of Asia’s ageing populations.
Plotting the path of forever chemicals
24 Apr 2024Researchers use virtual simulations to track and predict how chemicals used in everyday objects impact human health over time.
Sniffing out scalable solutions for aromatic compounds
10 Apr 2024An innovative approach that uses genetically engineered bacteria to synthesise high-value natural fragrance offers a greener, more cost-effective alternative for the biomanufacturing sector.
Mushroom blueprint scores biotech breakthroughs
29 Mar 2024An innovative genomic approach speeds up the search for new fungal enzymes to sustainably create industrial products ranging from perfumes to jet fuel.
Fungi deliver flavour without the fat
13 Mar 2024A*STAR researchers explore mushroom extracts as healthy fat substitutes to boost the nutritional profiles of meat products.