RESEARCH NEWS

NUS CDE researchers develop self-repairing, recyclable substrate for durable soft sensors

August 4, 2026

Made from two naturally occurring molecules, the material keeps metal conductors attached during movement and enables sensor components to be recovered and recycled after use.

NUS CDE researchers merge multiple physiological signals into a single patch for simpler health monitoring

July 28, 2026

By capturing multiple body signals through one channel, the device could support more comfortable and efficient continuous health monitoring beyond clinical settings.

NUS CDE researchers develop compact, power-saving switches for 5G and future 6G chips

July 23, 2026

NUS CDE researchers integrated 2D materials on gallium nitride microchips to develop high-frequency switches for 5G and 6G telecommunication.

NUS CDE researchers develop electronic skin that senses and self-heals under water

July 17, 2026

By combining sensing, damage detection and self-repair in one device, the system extends the working life of underwater machines used in diving and marine robotics.

SHINE at CDE and STATS ChipPAC sign Research Collaboration Agreement on photonic packaging technologies

July 17, 2026

The agreement aims to improve manufacturing yield, scalability and talent development in Singapore’s semiconductor ecosystem.

CDE Innovation and Research Award and NUS Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Prize Winners

July 17, 2026

Eight CDE research projects were recognised at the university level, including one receiving the top-ranked Distinguished Undergraduate Researcher Prize in the Group category.

NUS CDE researchers reveal key design rule for atom-thin electronics

July 14, 2026

Study shows that tiny gaps inside ultra-thin devices can strongly influence unwanted electrical leakage, offering practical guidance for building smaller and more reliable electronic components.

Soft sensor developed by NUS CDE researchers turns touch into robotic action without electronics

July 9, 2026

A fully mechanical sensor converts applied force directly into fluidic actuation, giving soft robots the ability to sense and respond without the need for electronic processing or external power.

Tsinghua-NUS researchers share progress from joint research projects

July 7, 2026

CDE-hosted symposium features 14 projects supported under the first joint funding call, in fields spanning AI, healthcare, advanced manufacturing and materials innovation.

NUS CDE researchers develop probabilistic spintronic processors for faster and greener optimisation

July 2, 2026

In a breakthrough for high-performance and energy-efficient computing, researchers demonstrate novel probabilistic processors that accelerate complex optimisation tasks while consuming less energy.

Three NUS CDE student projects crowned as JDF Innovation and Design Prize inaugural winners

July 2, 2026

JellyBot, Deloop and mömigo were recognised for tackling challenges in coral reef monitoring, colonoscopy care and infant feeding.

Reading the clues in the air as haze risks rise

July 1, 2026

Amid warnings of a higher-risk haze season, research at NUS CDE led by Assoc Prof Yu Liya is tracing the chemical fingerprints of airborne pollution to help Singapore prepare better.