Discover SCARCE laboratory, a flagship France–Singapore research partnership dedicated to the circular economy and the recycling of electronic waste. Jean-Christophe Gabriel, one of its co-directors, explains how eight years of scientific collaboration are driving innovation, technology transfer and more sustainable resource management.
Established in 2018, the SCARCE laboratory brings together French and Singaporean researchers to develop innovative solutions for the recovery of valuable materials from electronic waste, including printed circuit boards, lithium batteries and solar panels.
In this interview, Jean-Christophe Gabriel, one of the laboratory’s co-directors, reflects on the origins of the partnership, its scientific achievements and its contribution to strengthening bilateral cooperation in research and innovation.
A perfet illustration of how long-term collaboration between France and Singapore is contributing to scientific excellence while addressing shared environmental challenges.