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Ride a bus, take a package with you – how crowdshipping reduces the impacts of millions of deliveries
Adjunct Associate Professor Lynette Cheah authored this article, which draws on research conducted with Dr Meijing Zhang, SUTD research fellow with the Engineering Systems and Design pillar.
Singapore startup Beep raises US$3.3 million in pre-series A investment round
The fundraising was led by existing investors, including SUTD Venture. The amount raised will aid the company expand its Voltality platform in South-east Asia, starting with Thailand and Malaysia.
No longer an eyesore, but are shared bikes a viable commuting option in Singapore?
Dr Samuel Chng, head of the Urban Psychology Lab at SUTD’s Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities, noted the lack of a strong cycling culture here, which contributes to lacklustre demand for bike sharing.
Public, building owners must step up to protect Singapore’s heritage
Recent incidents involving conserved properties in Singapore have shown that the country has some way to go to ensure that its heritage buildings are adequately protected. Two incidents that made headlines in recent weeks underscore this point.
Experience and Innovation goes hand in hand
Mr Wang, 55, is a senior network engineer at Singtel. He found that fixing network issues was both difficult and time-consuming. Drawing on his years of experience, he guided young engineers to create an automated alert system that uses AI to detect and resolve problems before they escalate. This system has made the network more reliable and reduced downtime. Mr Wang’s innovation not only enhanced network performance but also demonstrated how senior employees can leverage their accumulated knowledge to create significant value and help train the next generation.
New Study Improves Virtual Travel Experience with Efficient Avatar Task Migration
To ensure seamless communication between the servers and the vehicles, researchers have proposed a task migration system that intelligently determines the optimal time to move tasks between the vehicle and external servers.
Singapore’s War On Rats: Can These Rat Busting Solutions Work?
Channel News Asia Talking Point, Engineering Product Development Associate Prof Mohan showcases the Falcon robot which inspects false ceilings for rodents infestations.
Why some kids end up studying more during the school holidays
Professor Yow Wei Quin, Head of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (SINGAPORE – The mid-year school holidays are almost over, but some students in Singapore have been focusing more on academics than relaxation during their month-long break.
Tuition centres report a spike in demand for their academic “boot camps” for June for primary and secondary school students. And observers say that spending a significant portion of the holiday period, which ends on June 23, on studies is commonplace in Singapore, which risks fatigue and burnout for kids.
However, some children and parents report satisfaction with the youngster’s goals, motivation and packed holiday schedule.
HASS) at SUTD says: “Overscheduling can occur when a child’s holiday is filled with too many structured activities, leaving little to no time for rest, play or unstructured time. This can lead to stress, burnout and a lack of opportunities for creativity and self-directed learning.”
New 3D printing technique integrates electronics into microchannels to create flexible, stretchable microfluidic devices
Traditional methods such as soft lithography fabrication which requires cleanroom facilities have limitations in achieving fully automated 3D interconnected microchannels.
The dynamics of healthy aging
Imagine how wonderful it would be if every senior was filled with the energy and curiosity of young people! In Singapore, we are creating a reality where seniors not only live longer, but also live more fulfilling and meaningful lives. Through psychological research and carefully designed activities, we are helping seniors maintain their zest for life.
