Urban Solutions and Sustainability (USS)
Carbon-capturing minerals promise a greener tomorrow
12 Jan 2022Life cycle assessments show that a technology that captures waste carbon dioxide and turns it into sand may help Singapore reduce its carbon emissions.
The secret lives of hairy plants
6 Jan 2022A new gel that molds and sticks to plant surfaces provide scientists with a non-invasive way of monitoring diverse plant species.
Success in the sciences
29 Nov 2021A*STAR’s steady investments in R&D and talent create the ideal conditions for impactful science, says its Chief Executive Officer Frederick Chew.
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.
A three-in-one sustainable, self-healing coating
11 Nov 2021Next-generation self-healing polymers use eco-friendly building blocks and manufacturing processes, providing superior durability and longevity to the materials they coat.
Molecular blemishes boost batteries
22 Oct 2021Embedding chemical impurities into zinc-ion batteries boosts their performance and prolongs battery life.
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.
Self-cleaning surfaces inspired by insects
27 Aug 2021A*STAR scientists are developing the next generation of self-sanitizing surfaces by mimicking nanostructures on cicada wings.
Seeing biological specimens in a new light
19 Aug 2021Scientists develop a technique for performing advanced infrared microscopy using off-the-shelf cameras built for visible light.
Helping robots feel their way around
5 Aug 2021A deep learning technique developed by A*STAR researchers uses WiFi data to help robots find their way around.
Fuelling the future
22 Jul 2021Nuclear fusion could provide Singapore—and the rest of the world—with a safe and clean source of energy, says A*STAR National Science Scholar Valerian Hall-Chen.
Mapping the pulse of Singapore’s shared bikes
12 Jul 2021Quantifying where and when communities use dockless bike-share systems could help operators and urban planners design more biking-friendly cities.