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NUS scientists develop novel technique to grow cultured meat using magnetic field

A team of NUS scientists has devised a novel technique of using magnetic pulses to grow cultured meat. When animal cells are exposed to a pulsed magnetic field, they release growth-inducing molecules to help them proliferate, without the need for animal serum. This approach is slaughter-free, greener, cleaner, safer and cheaper.

Research

New mapping tool to support the search for nature-based carbon credits

An interactive mapping software that will support the prospecting, development and management of nature-based carbon credit projects worldwide was launched at the World Economic Forum - Champions for Nature event in New York. The open-access platform, dubbed the Carbon Prospecting Dashboard, was jointly developed by the NUS Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions, and ST Engineering Geo Insights.

Research

RunNUS 2022 - Clocking the miles for persons with disabilities and special needs

Over 1,200 runners came together to cover a distance of 13,000 km at RunNUS 2022, the University’s annual running event organised by the NUS Student’s Sports Club. With the tagline ‘Run for a Cause’, RunNUS aims to encourage a healthy lifestyle through running, while raising awareness and promoting inclusivity for persons with disabilities and special needs.

Community

Mastering future economies at the NUS Postgraduate by Coursework Fair 2022

To ensure graduates are ready for the challenges and opportunities brought forth by the future economies, a line-up of virtual masterclasses and information sessions has been assembled at the inaugural NUS Postgraduate by Coursework Fair 2022. Participants can find out about trending topics related to the Digital, Green, Care and Industry 4.0 domains, at the masterclasses, and learn about the master’s degree programmes offered by NUS at the information sessions.

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The road to better pandemic planning

Digital tools are providing new data on what a city needs to be crisis-ready. A key lesson, which may be new to many people is that urban design plays an important role, right down to the length of streets. Dr Woo Jun Jie, Senior Research Fellow from the Department of Governance and Economy at the Institute of Policy Studies, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy at NUS, opined that it is essential for the authorities to include urban design in planning for a post-COVID-19 world, and in anticipation of future infectious disease outbreaks.


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Survival, success and the sea: The importance of Unclos to Singapore

The 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (Unclos) has played a pivotal role in Singapore’s development from maritime colony to maritime state. Assistant Professor Tara Davenport from the Faculty of Law at NUS remarked on how the treaty, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, continues to have enduring relevance to Singapore.


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