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Learning knows no bounds; the heart stays ever new
Professor Yow Wei Quin shared a story about a man who pursued a PhD in his later years, who despite passing away before graduation, exemplified that lifelong learning and gratitude keep the heart and spirit ever renewed.
How Stick ‘Em turned chopstick robots into a million-dollar business
BT’s new series, Campus to Commerce, features Stick ’Em—a student-founded startup that is transforming STEAM education for students around the world. One of the founders is SUTD alumnus Adam Huh Dam.
Women who protect the seabed
With 75% of the world’s coral reefs at risk, including over 60% of Singapore’s, Assistant Professor Malika Meghjani at SUTD is using robotics to protect them.
Making $2k from stickers: Singapore’s Gen Z illustrators turning their bedroom doodles into dollars
Three up-and-coming local art talents/self-taught illustrators were featured, including SUTD alumnus Arissa Rashid.
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 honoured with the key to the City of Newcastle on 25 July 2022.
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.
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.
