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GPS data reveal why pedestrians in Phnom Penh rarely walk the shortest route
Researchers from SUTD’s LKYCIC studied Phnom Penh’s walking environment that is complicated by uneven infrastructure, intense tropical heat and widespread informal use of street space. The article included quotes from Research Assistant Professor Samuel Chng.
Humanoid robots at MRT stations in 10-15 years: Panellists at ST roundtable on future of transport
LKYCIC Research Assistant Professor Samuel Chng was one of the panellists at the ST roundtable on future of transport, where they discussed the possibility of having humanoid robots at MRT stations in 10 to 15 years.
Maintaining MRT system more complex as network ages: ST roundtable panellists
At the ST roundtable on future of transport, panellists—including LKYCIC Research Assistant Professor Samuel Chng, discussed how smart technologies will shape the future of travel in Singapore.
How heat-proof is your home? Nearly half of over 400 HDB flats are warmer than outdoors: Study
The overall research project, Climate Resilient Citizenry, was led by Dr Harvey Neo (Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities, SUTD). This is the first study here where researchers have ventured into homes to find out how residents are affected by urban heat, how they keep cool, and if they had conducive home environments.
How the Iran energy crisis is supercharging Southeast Asia’s EV transition
Southeast Asia’s motorists are increasingly feeling the pinch as the Iran energy crisis extends into its eighth week. LKYCIC Research Assistant Professor Samuel Chng notes that growing energy security concerns are driving EV adoption, as they are increasingly seen as a way to reduce reliance on imported energy, not just address climate goals.
From idea to action: How AI is changing the way innovation happens
SUTD Chief Strategy and Design AI Officer Mr Poon King Wang reflects on how innovation has traditionally followed a structured path—from problem definition to real-world deployment—and why the challenge now lies in rapidly translating ideas into practical, working solutions.
1 in 5 S’pore workers overqualified for their jobs, but most are there by choice: Studies
Most overqualified workers in Singapore choose less demanding roles to achieve better work-life balance or pursue personal interests. A separate study by the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) and the Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities at SUTD painted a similar picture.
New committee to guide AI use in Singapore’s higher-education sector
MOE has established the Committee for Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education, led by Minister for Education Mr Desmond Lee, to advance the integration of AI across Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs). Citing examples from SUTD, Mr Lee highlighted how master’s students have leveraged custom-built AI agents to translate urban planning concepts into real-time visuals while receiving technical feedback.
In ride-hailing, having more options makes commuting harder
LKYCIC Assistant Professor Samuel Chng explores the topic of how Singapore’s many ride-hailing options can make commuting harder and suggests greater coordination and integration so that commuters can trust the system to deliver what they value most: reliability, predictability and confidence.
It is timely for Singapore to work on climate adaptation
LKYCIC’s Dr Harvey Neo was quoted on how Singapore’s relative insulation from severe climate impacts and distant framing of climate risks may reduce the sense of urgency for public action.
