Use-inspired basic research

Game-changing new ideas and products are born from connecting the right minds and hands. In this cover story, we spotlight how A*STAR facilitates those connections and cultivates the culture needed for an ecosystem of innovation.

Harnessing her expertise in materials chemistry, Lili Zhang of ISCE² is tapping into the power of carbon-based materials to foster sustainable development across industries.

Nuevocor, an A*STAR spin-off company, is designing novel therapies to target the genetic causes of heart diseases, bringing basic research to clinical impact.

By addressing technological and societal needs while advancing basic research, scientists can make a profound impact on Singapore and beyond, says A*STAR Deputy Chief Executive (Research), Andy Hor.