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A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research
About A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research
About the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore's lead public sector agency that spearheads economic oriented research to advance scientific discovery and develop innovative technology. Through open innovation, we collaborate with our partners in both the public and private sectors to benefit society. As a Science and Technology Organisation, A*STAR bridges the gap between academia and industry. Our research creates economic growth and jobs for Singapore, and enhances lives by contributing to societal benefits such as improving outcomes in healthcare, urban living, and sustainability. We play a key role in nurturing and developing a diversity of talent and leaders in our Agency and research entities, the wider research community and industry. A*STAR’s R&D activities span biomedical sciences and physical sciences and engineering, with research entities primarily located in Biopolis and Fusionopolis. For ongoing news, visit www.a-star.edu.sg.
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A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research's Infectious Diseases Labs at A*STAR IDL features Dr Goh and Dr Fong Siew Wai working on research questions about infectious diseases.
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A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research Assistant Chief Executive Ms Irene Cheong shared her perspective on scaling healthcare innovation at HealthTechX Asia 2026.
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A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research research team led by Associate Professor Dawn Tan from Singapore University of Technology and Design and Dr Xianshu LUO from the A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics and National Semiconductor Translation and Innovation Centre developed low-loss waveguides using deuterium to generate light in a wafer-scale process.
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A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research announced that Prof Jay Keasling will lead the new SIFBI–NUS Synthetic Biology Joint Lab in Singapore.
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A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research hosted the Partner Showcase at Innovate Together 2026 featuring PiezoMEMS precision sensing and actuation.
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A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research published the inaugural RIE2025 Report highlighting how investments in research, innovation and enterprise deliver tangible outcomes for Singapore's economy and society.
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A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research researchers Mr Wu Jian, Mr Shengkai Yu, and Mr Ren Kai Tan from A*STAR NMC received the 2026 President’s Technology Award
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