A*STAR Integrated Central Operations & Research Enablers (iCORE) plays a vital strategic role in strengthening the biomedical research ecosystem by delivering reliable, efficient, and future-ready scientific and operational support. By integrating deep expertise, research infrastructure, and optimised operations iCORE ensures that researchers across A*STAR, academia, and industry can focus on scientific innovation whilst relying on critical support functions operating seamlessly in the background.

iCORE is built on three major pillars: iCORE Platforms, Laboratory Operations, and the Office of iCORE, integrated to provide both front-end scientific capabilities and back-end operational excellence. Together, these functions enable end-to-end support elevating research quality and efficiency across the ecosystem.