Institute of Materials Research and Engineering
A*STAR IMRE advances materials science through research, development and engineering, translating materials innovation into technologies that improve lives and create economic value for Singapore.
About A*STAR IMRE
Advancing Materials Innovation for a Better Future.
A*STAR's Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) develops advanced materials and technologies that address real-world challenges and create new opportunities for industry.
Through multidisciplinary research and close collaboration with industry and research partners, IMRE translates materials science from discovery to application, enabling innovations across areas such as sustainability, healthcare, electronics and advanced manufacturing.
OUR RESEARCH
IMRE Research Departments
Explore IMRE’s multidisciplinary research departments spanning medtech materials, structural materials, optics, electronics, energy and quantum technologies.
Medtech Materials & Devices Division
Explore research in biomaterials, sensors and flexible electronics for healthcare, medical technologies and next-generation devices.
Composites & Structural Division
Explore advanced composite and structural materials for high-performance, durable and next-generation engineering applications.
Optics & Electronics Division
Explore research in advanced optical technologies, electronic materials and energy materials for emerging devices and applications.
Quantum & Advanced Technologies Division
Explore advanced characterisation, instrumentation and research infrastructure supporting the development of emerging and quantum technologies.