A*STAR Computational Resource Centre (A*CRC)

The A*STAR Computational Resource Centre (A*CRC) is a user facility which provides supercomputing resources for the A*STAR research community.

The Centre offers:

• Compute resource on multiple operating platforms to support a full spectrum of users
• A comprehensive range of third-party software for a diverse span of applications
• A friendly and informative web portal
• Regular roadshows for outreach and feedback sessions
• Highly-trained HPC support staff for administration and optimization of compute resource
• Network storage technologies

Data Storage Institute (DSI)

Spearheading world-class research and development in next generation data storage technologies, the Data Storage Institute (DSI) is positioned to lead and support the growth of the data storage industry in Singapore. With core competencies in magnetic, optical and network storage technologies, DSI is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for advanced materials and network storage R&D as well as system design and prototyping.

Research undertaken by DSI include:

• Magnetic head materials and design
• Microsystems and nanosystems for data storage
• Signal processing for data storage and communications
• Tribology and tribochemistry, failure analysis
• Nano spin-electronics
• Optical storage technologies
• Laser nanoprocessing
• Network storage technologies

Institute for Infocomm Research (I²R)

I²R performs R&D in information, communications and media (ICM) technologies to develop holistic solutions across the ICM value chain. Our research capabilities are in information technology, wireless and optical communication networks, interactive and digital media; signal processing and computing.

The following are our research departments and programs:

Departments:

• Communication Systems
• Computer Graphics and Interface
• Computer Vision and Image Understanding
• Cryptography and Security
• Data Mining
• Human Language Technology
• Modulation and Coding
• Network Protocols
• RF and Optical
• Signal Processing

Programmes:

• Assistive ICT Systems for Monitoring and Rehabilitation for the Elderly
• High Speed Maritime Mesh Networks
• Next Generation Content for IPTV
• Personal 3D Entertainment Systems
• Power-aware Wireless Sensor Network for Tracking and Monitoring
• Towards Gigabit Personal Connectivity

Institute of Chemical & Engineering Sciences (ICES)

ICES spearheads R&D in Singapore's fast expanding chemical industry. Established in October 2002, our mission is to carry out world class scientific research, to develop novel technology and to nurture creative scientists and engineers to support economic growth in Singapore and to make a positive difference to society. The research programmes cover chemistry and chemical engineering sciences, combined with analytical characterisation and measurement to develop advanced technology for the petrochemical, general chemical, fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries.

The focus of our research is in the areas of:

• Drug discovery & natural product synthesis
• Pharmaceutical processing
• Novel processes & materials for specialty products
• Energy/fuels/chemicals from alternative & renewable feed stocks
• Bulk chemicals & polymers

Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC)

IHPC undertakes research in computational science and engineering and provides compute intensive resources and services to industry. Its areas of specialisation include Computational Chemistry, Computational Electro Magnetics and Electronics, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Computational Mechanics and Computational Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems.

Research undertaken by IHPC include:

• Continuum methods in modeling and simulation
• Nanomechanics
• Solid and fluid mechanics
• Computational chemistry
• Atomistics and molecular dynamics modeling

Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE)

IMRE undertakes research in selected fields of materials science and engineering such as optoelectronics, nanomaterials, chemicals and polymers. It seeks to partner with international organisations and industry in a synergistic, multidisciplinary and collaborative approach to materials research and development. To this end, IMRE develops core competence and interdisciplinary teams in critical technology areas, enabling it to make fundamental new discoveries, develop advanced materials that can lead to new commercial products, and transform various technologies.

Research undertaken by IMRE include:

• Polymer science and chemistry
• Nanomaterials
• Advanced materials characterization
• Performance materials
• Nanoparticles
• Macromolecular chemistry
• Surface science

Institute of Microelectronics (IME)

The Institute of Microelectronics (IME) helps to drive the continued growth of Singapore ’s electronics industries through high calibre research and development in semiconductor-based technology and solutions. The Institute has three research areas: (1) Integrated Circuits & Systems (RFIC designs for communications and identification applications, RF device modeling, mixed-signal CMOS designs for sensors and bio-electronics applications); (2) Semiconductor Process Technologies (Si-based nano-electronics, heterogeneous materials integration for RF, opto and bio-electronics applications); (3) Microsystems, Modules & Components (bio MEMS devices and bio microfluidic chips, RF and optoelectronic System in Package, fine pitch wafer level packaging, advanced self assembly processes for packaging).

Recent R&D efforts include:

• 3-10 GHz CMOS pulse-based UWB chip
• 90 nm RF device modeling
• Nanoscale CMOS incorporating new materials and structures with emphasis on RF performance
• Wafer Transfer Technology for multi-functional integration
• Si based bio-electronic devices / sensors and Si / SiGe based optoelectronics
• DNA /RNA extraction and amplification chips
• Fluidic self assembly processes
• Off chip nano interconnects
• RF front end module and CWDM / burst mode transceivers integration using System in Package approach 
  

National Metrology Centre (NMC)

Established in 1975, the National Metrology Centre (NMC) is Singapore's national measurement authority. It is responsible for establishing, maintaining and disseminating the national physical measurement standards to underpin the nation's infrastructure for traceability of measurement to the International System of Units (SI).  Since 1 January 2008, the National Metrology Centre (NMC) has been transferred from SPRING Singapore to A*STAR.

SERC Nanofabrication and Characterisation Facility (SNFC)

The SERC Nanofabrication and Characterisation (SNFC) facility aims to make A*STAR's Science and Engineering Research Council's (SERC) extensive research facilities in Nanofabrication and Characterization technology accessible to the research community. The facility provides easy access to a wide range of research facilities and expertise on a variety of materials. SNFC also offers training courses for new and inexperienced users as well as consultancy and service work on baseline processes and characterizations.

Singapore Initiative in New Energy Technologies (SINERGY Centre)

SINERGY (Singapore Initiative in New Energy Technologies) Centre is a national level infrastructure for the R&D, testbedding and demonstration of sustainable energy technologies and solutions. It will conduct research, development and demonstration of new and innovative energy technologies both through its in-house activities and projects, as well as other collaborators in academia, government and industry. It will support and provide evaluation, system integration, test-bedding and other services for innovations and technologies from research programmes, working with industry and government agencies to support their successful introduction and commercialisation in the marketplace.

SINERGY Centre will comprise two main facilities:

1. Microgrid and Distributed Energy Test Facility – This will enable researchers and companies to test-bed novel power generating, storage, and integrated power/ thermal systems and study their performance in a microgrid environment, utilising a variety of conventional and alternative fuels such as natural gas, biofuels and hydrogen.

2. Command & Control Facility - This will serve as the control centre for the assets on the microgrid and also provide access to other systems and assets operated by collaborators both in Singapore and worldwide. The facility will have technology to enable real-time information exchange, remote and intelligent monitoring, diagnosis, decision-making, control and management. Such capabilities are important for the operation of physical energy and power systems; and for complex energy markets.

Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech)

SIMTech, the research institute in manufacturing technology, is committed to enhancing the competitiveness of Singapore's industries through the generation and application of advanced manufacturing technology. Its areas of research focus include Production and Logistics, Advanced Forming and Joining Technology, Machining Technology, Mechatronics, Precision Measurement, Advanced Automation and Product Design and Development.

Research undertaken by SIMTech include:

• Advanced automation systems
• Control systems
• Precision metrology
• Robotics control systems
• Mechatronics, systems engineering
• Micro-manipulation technologies
• Laser processing and design
• Photonics
• Optics
• Product development life cycle management
• Artificial intelligence applications
• Materials processing casting technologies
• Supply chain methods
• Operations research

The Chemical Synthesis Laboratory @ Biopolis (CSL)

The Chemical Synthesis Laboratory @ Biopolis extends the current capabilities of the Institute of Chemical & Engineering Sciences (ICES) and complements its chemicals and pharmaceuticals research and development scope from discovery, to development and manufacture of products.
CSL@Biopolis is led by its Programme Director, Professor Kyriacos Costa (K.C.) Nicolaou, Chairman of the Department of Chemistry, the Skaggs Professor of Chemical Biology, and the Darlene Shiley Chair in Chemistry at The Scripps Research Institute and also Professor of Chemistry at the University of California, San Diego.