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NEW ISSUE DROP! 🔥 A*STAR Research is proud to present Issue 47, our latest magazine edition exploring the hidden risks that stalk the digital world. Download your copy today: bit.ly/3HxPBKu

Location matters, not just in real estate, but also in cancer treatment 💊 Researchers created a new AI system that can predict liver cancer recurrence by mapping immune cell "addresses" within tumours. Read more: bit.ly/443yVSM

Imagine an AI assistant that knows how to take care of you based on your medical history. A*STAR researchers have developed an AI-based medical dialogue system for effective management for diabetes patients—creating empathetic, customised care. bit.ly/4kQCtOm

How do genes behave in their native tissue environment? 🧬 A*STAR scientists developed SpatialGlue, an AI tool that integrates spatial and single-cell data—giving clearer insights into tissue function and disease. bit.ly/3GoTvoE

How do you teach AI to see the world like we do — even in the dark? A*STAR Graduate Scholar Mohamed Mikhail Kennerley is working on domain adaptation in computer vision to help AI models perform better across real-world conditions. Discover his journey: bit.ly/3FoFtD3

From pollution to power: @AStarsg researchers found a way to turn CO₂ into clean fuel more efficiently than ever ♻️ A protective coating makes the conversion process 2-3x more effective, achieving 47% ethanol production. Read more: bit.ly/3TDcaA7

Ageing isn’t just about counting years—it’s about how we age. 🧓🧬 This #WorldPopulationDay, discover how A*STAR scientists uncovered microbial signatures in centenarians that may hold the key to healthier, longer lives. bit.ly/3RrZmvs

Can AI help us discover the next breakthrough in solar energy? ☀️ @ASTARsg researchers use machine learning to fast-track discovery of solar materials—identifying 58 promising candidates to power the future of clean energy. bit.ly/4j9IXYz

Ever wondered how air traffic controllers manage the 'chaos' above busy airports? ✈️ @ASTARsg researchers developed a smart GPS for air traffic control that reduces landing times by 10% and eases controller workload through AI route optimisation. bit.ly/3TgoKFp

A potential game-changer for capturing and converting industrial carbon emissions? 💡 @ASTARsg researchers developed a solid-state electrolyte system that filters hydrogen ions, achieving 87% efficiency in CO2-to-carbon monoxide conversion. Read more: bit.ly/4nqqcCK

This #WorldSkinDay, we're resharing our Q&A with A*STAR PI Kenneth Lay, who’s using skin stem cells to tackle eczema and psoriasis at the source—not just the symptoms. ⬇️ Read the feature here: bit.ly/4khPVKQ

Like a layered rice cake, 3D printing metal alloys needs balance. Too strong and it can crack, too flexible and it can snap. @ASTARsg researchers attempt to solve this challenge using mixed grain structures and strategic heat treatment ⬇️ bit.ly/4eqqp4Q

Driving a #sustainable future—are you in? #SSC2025 convenes researchers and industry to advance manufacturing, environment, energy and health. 🧠 20+ global speakers 🗓️ 8–11 Dec | Sands Expo SG 🗒️ Submit abstract by 7 Sep 🎟️ Early bird till 15 Oct: singaporesciconf.org

The future of batteries might not be lithium after all. A*STAR researchers have cracked a major challenge in magnesium-ion battery technology—creating a novel cathode that boosts performance by 1.5x compared to traditional materials. Read more: bit.ly/45xgl7S

A*STAR researchers developed a protein gel that mimics chicken fat using faba bean protein and olive oil—but with less saturated fat. The secret? High-pressure processing that preserves nutrients while creating the perfect texture. Read more: bit.ly/4l7TuUW

🚀 Are you a researcher with enterprise experience? We're hiring! Attractive startup & pay packages. PhDs (5–15 yrs) in Translational Immunology, Longevity/Aging, Adv Therapeutics, Semiconductors, Sustainability, AI Eng, Quantum & Robotics. Apply here 👉 a-star.edu.sg/aei

A detailed look at a tungsten-based semiconductor reveals how the spacing of surface defects can improve the material’s stability in atmospheric conditions. Read more: bit.ly/463kbWo

Have you read through the latest issue of A*STAR Research? 📖 In this issue, we explore the vital links that connect Singapore with the rest of the world—enabling competitive industries to thrive on our small island. Get your online copy today! 🔽 bit.ly/3HxPBKu

Could the same microbes that help bake bread produce our cooking oils and face creams too? Find out how oleaginous yeasts can potentially meet our growing demand for sustainable lipids across food, cosmetics, and medical industries. bit.ly/4izPYBb

A win for science, a win for all 👏🏻 In this online exclusive, A*STAR Research profiles the careers of A*STAR’s 2024 President’s Science and Technology Awards (PSTA) awardees. Get to know their individual stories: bit.ly/4jTlkmY