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Staff Achievements: Samuel Chng and Thijs Willems
We are happy to share the wonderful achievements of our colleagues, Samuel Chng and Thijs Willems.
Staff Achievement: Prof Cheong Koon Hean
LKYCIC is pleased to announce that Prof Cheong Koon Hean was presented the MND Medallion on 1 Nov 2022 by Ms Indranee Rajah, Minister, Prime Minister’s Office, Second Minister for Finance and Second Minister for National Development, which acknowledges individuals who have served and contributed significantly to the Ministry of National Development.
Staff Achievement: Prof Cheong Koon Hean
LKYCIC is pleased to announce that Prof Cheong Koon Hean was honoured with the key to the City of Newcastle on 25 July 2022.
Ditch that device. Go off-grid to boost brain health
Digital overload may harm cognitive functions; Assistant Professor Immanuel Koh shares insights about the possible effects of AI on young, developing minds.
AI-powered underwater robot helps scientists map out corals
The robot, developed by an SUTD team led by Assistant Professor Malika Meghjani, can generate a low-resolution 3D digital twin of coral reefs, giving scientists a clear map of corals in Singapore’s murky waters.
15 rail disruptions in 3 months: What will fix Singapore’s transport woes?
LKYCIC’s Assistant Professor Samuel Chng joins the Usual Place Podcast to explore what can be done to restore commuters’ confidence in our public transport systems.
SGTech partners SUTD to launch AI impact series to boost AI business application skills for Singapore enterprises
The initiative aims to benefit up to 300 enterprises and 1,500 professionals by June 2026
The one role AI shouldn’t replace – caring for others
Professor Yow Wei Quin’s op-ed highlighted that while AI may mimic humans, recognising that it is not human is key to preserving genuine connections.
National STEM Championship 2025: Episode 4
The National STEM Championship semi-finals was held at SUTD, where participants were given the challenge of optimising a drone route for deliveries to five different locations.
One of the autonomous shuttles hitting the roads of Punggol looks like something straight of the Jetsons
CNA938 Rewind – Research Assistant Professor Samuel Chng from SUTD’s LKYCIC discusses whether Singapore is ready as self-driving shuttles roll out in Punggol from next year, with the first route launching by the second quarter.