Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Research statutory board in Singapore.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research operates research institutes across Biopolis and Fusionopolis, focusing on biomedical sciences, materials science, and engineering. The facilities feature modern laboratories and flexible workspaces designed for research groups of varying sizes.
The organization began in 1991 as the National Science and Technology Board and received its current name in 2002 under Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry. This renaming marked a shift toward expanding research and technological applications.
The agency shapes Singapore's research identity through work spanning biomedical sciences, materials research, and engineering, bringing together local and international scientists. It creates spaces where scientific collaboration becomes part of daily work and technological progress is driven forward.
Visitors can learn about ongoing research projects and collaboration opportunities or attend open laboratory events. The locations are easily accessible by public transport and feature visitor centers with introductory information about current research topics.
The organization developed GISAID, a globally used database for sharing virus data that played a key role in international research during the COVID-19 pandemic. This system allowed scientists worldwide to quickly access viral information and share findings.
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