The Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR) is Singapore's lead public sector agency that spearheads economic oriented research to advance scientific discovery and develop innovative technological solutions. We play a pivotal role in nurturing a vibrant research and development (R&D) ecosystem, fostering industry-academia collaborations, and transforming scientific discoveries into commercialisable technologies.
To advance scientific discovery, develop innovative technologies, and nurture a vibrant R&D ecosystem that drives Singapore's economic growth and societal well-being.
To be a leading global research agency that creates transformative technologies and solutions for a better world.
A*STAR's research is organized into four key focus areas:
A*STAR's research is conducted through a network of 18 specialized research institutes and centers:
A*STAR actively collaborates with industry partners to translate scientific discoveries into commercial products and services. We have established several initiatives to facilitate technology transfer and industry engagement:
A*STAR's research has a significant impact on Singapore's economy:
A*STAR collaborates extensively with leading universities and research institutions around the world. We have established joint research centers, research partnerships, and exchange programs with institutions in countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, China, and Japan.
A*STAR has received numerous awards and accolades for its research excellence, innovation, and economic impact. Some notable awards include:
A*STAR is Singapore's lead public sector agency that drives economic growth through scientific research and technological innovation. We contribute over S$1.9 billion annually to Singapore's GDP and create over 10,000 high-value jobs.
A*STAR welcomes collaborations with industry partners, universities, and research institutions. We offer a range of programs and initiatives to facilitate collaboration, including joint research projects, technology transfer partnerships, and industry alliances.
A*STAR's research findings are disseminated through a variety of channels, including scientific publications, conference presentations, and our website. We also offer a range of outreach and engagement programs to share our research with the public.
A*STAR's Commercialisation Centre provides support to researchers who wish to commercialize their technologies. We offer a range of services, including business planning, market research, and intellectual property protection.
A*STAR's research is organized into four key focus areas: Biomedical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Engineering, Infocomm and Media, and Urban Solutions and Sustainability.
You can visit our website at www.a-star.edu.sg or contact us at [email protected]. You can also follow us on social media to stay updated on our latest news and events.
A*STAR is a dynamic and innovative research agency that is committed to advancing scientific discovery, developing innovative technologies, and nurturing a vibrant R&D ecosystem. Our research has a significant impact on Singapore's economy and society, and we continue to play a vital role in shaping the future of Singapore and beyond.
Institute/Center | Focus Area |
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Bioinformatics Institute | Biomedical Sciences |
Biomedical Research Council | Biomedical Sciences |
Duct Technologies Institute | Physical Sciences and Engineering |
Genome Institute of Singapore | Biomedical Sciences |
Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences | Physical Sciences and Engineering |
Institute of High Performance Computing | Infocomm and Media |
Institute of Infocomm Research | Infocomm and Media |
Institute of Materials Research and Engineering | Physical Sciences and Engineering |
Institute of Medical Biology | Biomedical Sciences |
Institute of Microelectronics | Physical Sciences and Engineering |
Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology | Biomedical Sciences |
Institute of Neurotechnology | Biomedical Sciences |
Institute of Physics | Physical Sciences and Engineering |
Institute of Precision Engineering | Physical Sciences and Engineering |
Institute of Systems Science | Infocomm and Media |
National Cancer Centre Singapore | Biomedical Sciences |
National Heart Centre Singapore | Biomedical Sciences |
National Neuroscience Institute | Biomedical Sciences |
Partner | Type of Collaboration |
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National University of Singapore | Joint research center |
Nanyang Technological University | Joint research center |
Imperial College London | Technology transfer partnership |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Industry alliance |
Microsoft | Industry alliance |
Indicator | Value |
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Annual R&D expenditure | Over S$1.9 billion |
Contribution to GDP | Over S$1.9 billion |
High-value jobs created | Over 10,000 |
Spin-off companies created | Over 300 |
Award | Year |
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National Technology Achievement Award | 2019 |
Singapore Science and Engineering Award | 2018 |
Clarivate Analytics Highly Cited Researcher | 2018 |
Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researcher | 2014-2017 |
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