Neutrophils fill the gaps in skin defence
A deep dive into the skin barrier uncovers the critical role immune cells play in structural reinforcement and wound healing.
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Driving science to new horizons
In recognition of their research excellence, leadership and impact both locally and globally, ten leading A*STAR researchers have been awarded the A*STAR Distinguished Fellowship and Fellowships.
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Washing surface defects away
A serendipitous encounter led researchers to discover a new method for fabricating a key crystal for nanophotonics applications.
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Obesity genes also speak for the growing brain
An early childhood study reveals that some genetic roots of obesity may also link to language-related neurodevelopment.
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A lodestar for integrity
From biomedical research to generative AI models, scientific progress depends on strong ethical standards that maintain integrity, transparency and accountability.
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Features
Driving science to new horizons
19 Nov 2025In recognition of their research excellence, leadership and impact both locally and globally, ten leading A*STAR researchers have been awarded the A*STAR Distinguished Fellowship and Fellowships.
A lodestar for integrity
11 Nov 2025From biomedical research to generative AI models, scientific progress depends on strong ethical standards that maintain integrity, transparency and accountability.
From code to cure
18 Sep 2025SINGA scholar Senuri De Silva merges computational biology with translational science to unlock protein-level insights into the mechanisms of disease.
Making living medicines
12 Sep 2025Combining biology and analytical chemistry, Yu Hui Kang is developing cell infusions to fight cancer and autoimmune diseases.
Highlights
Immunology
Neutrophils fill the gaps in skin defence
21 Nov 2025A deep dive into the skin barrier uncovers the critical role immune cells play in structural reinforcement and wound healing.
Materials Science
Washing surface defects away
17 Nov 2025A serendipitous encounter led researchers to discover a new method for fabricating a key crystal for nanophotonics applications.
Neuroscience
Obesity genes also speak for the growing brain
13 Nov 2025An early childhood study reveals that some genetic roots of obesity may also link to language-related neurodevelopment.
Energy
On the wave to fusion energy
7 Nov 2025The power plants of tomorrow could tap into fusion energy, as scientists gain insight into how to control the reactions and suppress turbulence.
Genomics
Single cell maps unveil Asia’s immune diversity
5 Nov 2025A groundbreaking multinational atlas of the body’s frontline defenders reveals hidden variations that could enhance precision health efforts worldwide.
Artificial Intelligence
Seeing the unknown
3 Nov 2025A consistent rulebook of prompts could be the key to advancing artificial intelligence models, enhancing their image classification performance even when dealing with unknown objects.
Immunology
Broad new hope for late-stage IV cancer
30 Oct 2025Clinical trial results show a new antibody drug with an unconventional approach improves survival for patients with various aggressive cancers.
Optics And Photonics
Rippling new colours from quantum emitters
28 Oct 2025A new method of electrically controlling light emissions from nanoscale light sources opens new possibilities for quantum photonic devices.
Vaccines
Mucus impossible: Giving nasal vaccines a new ride
24 Oct 2025A new ‘liquid lipid’ approach that penetrates the nose’s mucus barrier could lead to needle-free, nasal spray-based mRNA vaccines.
Materials Science
Shaping strength with thinner composites
22 Oct 2025A new computer modelling approach lends a hand with designing lighter, sturdier aircraft components from next-generation composite materials.
