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67% of public transport commuters can reach the city centre within 45 minutes during peak hours
LKYCIC’s Dr Samuel Chng shares his views in this article, which reported that only 67% of commuters in Singapore could reach the city centre within 45 minutes during peak hours last year, falling short of the 90% target set by the Land Transport Master Plan 2040.
Scholar: Whether the former Nanyang University’s cultural heritage holds global significance remains debatable
Former Nanyang University (Nantah) alumni are advocating for the school’s cultural heritage to be recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Associate Professor Yeo Kang Shua notes that while Nantah holds local and regional significance, more evidence is needed to demonstrate that it meets the criteria of “Outstanding Universal Value.”
Watch a flying robot that also moves on the ground with just two moving parts
SUTD researchers have introduced ATOM, a dual mobility robot that works on just two actuators, making it as energy-efficient as it is mobile.
It’s always election season somewhere in Singapore: Inside HDB’s colour democracy
Associate Professor Yeo Kang Shua offers his views in this article. He shares that with a more educated population, there is a growing desire to have a say in matters that have direct and personal impact.
NLB partners SMU and SUTD to promote lifelong learning and community co-creation
Initiatives include enabling university faculty and students to use library resources to develop community projects, as well as co-producing video content to raise public awareness of key national issues.
Young Singaporeans must think beyond our shores
This Straits Times commentary by Sean Chiao (group CEO at Surbana Jurong Group) is adapted from a speech he delivered at SUTD’s Commencement Day on 31 May 2025. In this commentary, he urged young Singaporeans to think beyond our shores in order to lead, connect and create impact on the global stage.
Universities roll out AI and other emerging skills courses amid strong enrolment demand
Local universities have launched new AI and other emerging skills courses, which have attracted more student interest and applications. SUTD Admissions Director, Ms Lynette Ang shares about the university’s admissions numbers and applicants’ interests.
Experion Developers, Singapore University of Technology and Design to pioneer sustainable spaces
Experion Developers has partnered with SUTD’s Net Zero Futures Lab to create healthier and more sustainable residential spaces that address the growing challenges of urban living. The research initiative will focus on multiple Experion projects across Gurgaon and Noida.
Fading out: What it takes to save S’pore’s wet markets
HASS Associate Professor Lyle Fearnley shares his expert opinion in this Straits Times article exploring Singapore’s wet markets and what it would take to save them.
The reality of AI’s promise to curb older adults’ loneliness
Brenda Lam, a 69-year-old retired banker uses an AI chatbot at least once a week. AMI-Go is created by and in partnership with SUTD and Lions Befrienders.
