Sustainability
The dark side of green plastics
19 Nov 2021Mapping the life cycle of biodegradable polymers can help manufacturers make data-driven decisions on the most sustainable production practices.
Unmasking environmentally friendly pandemic solutions
12 Oct 2021By knowing the environmental impact of reusable and single-use face masks, policymakers can make data-driven decisions on their use in Singapore.
A tiny step forward for sustainability
22 Mar 2021A new method to synthesize degradable nanoparticles may lead to eco-friendly applications in catalysis, sensing and medicine.
The roadmap to RIE2025
4 Mar 2021A*STAR is poised to contribute towards Singapore’s Research, Innovation and Enterprise 2025 plan across all four strategic domains.
Minimizing our plastic waste footprint
30 Jul 2020COVID-19 has catalyzed radical changes in our relationship with single-use plastic, according to a study by an international team of researchers.
The cost of clean water
26 Feb 2020A*STAR researchers have found a metric by which to measure the environmental impacts of NEWater and tap water production in Singapore.
Simulations shed light on air filter deployment
24 May 2019Using computational tools, A*STAR researchers are learning how best to deploy air treatment systems across large urban areas.
Transplant drug goes ‘green’
3 Oct 2018Sustainability-driven developments in a transplant
rejection drug’s formulation may lead to reduced costs and side effects for
patients
A biotransformative experience
26 Jul 2016A new innovation platform will tackle market gaps in the food and personal care sectors
City dynamics yield to computer modeling
10 Sep 2013A new computer model of city dynamics could pave the way to planning sustainable urban areas