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Professor Yow Wei Quin shares that language is not something one first masters and then begin using; rather it is something that we gradually become proficient in through repeated, authentic interactions.

In this feature about AI being used to make entire films, experts share their insights on what this could mean for human creativity, jobs and authorship. Assistant Prof of Practice Debbie Ding was one of the experts interviewed.

Tertiary institutions are going beyond STEM education and placing more emphasis on the arts and social sciences. Dr Grace Dixon shared more about what SUTD has been doing.

This research, led by Professor Yow Wei Quin, studied older adults’ willingness to embrace AI chatbots in their daily lives.

Congratulations to the SUTD recipients of the National Day Awards: Professor Tai Lee Siang, Professor Li Xiaoli, Professor Mohan Rajesh Elara, Dr Lee Chee Huei and Dr Pang Yang Huei.

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) is the world’s oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization dedicated to research, education, and practice in the field of aging.

Professor Yow Wei Quin shares that language is more than a means of communication. It preserves memories, emotions and personal identity, serving as a powerful connection to loved ones and cultural heritage, rather than competing with other languages.

The Master of Science in Technology (Human-Centred Design) programme recently hosted a “Dialogues with Leaders” session on the future of creative production. It was a privilege to feature two experts who are redefining the intersection of human-centred design and AI.

Professor Yow Wei Quin’s commentary examines why more people are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support, while cautioning that they cannot replace the warmth and value of real human connection.

Professor Yow Wei Quin writes that AI may be creating new burdens and causing cognitive overload in people. She reiterates that it is important to learn how to judge wisely: what should be entrusted to AI and what must remain in human hands and also when to accelerate and when to slow down.