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Saying “Aye” to AI

The Singapore government certainly believes in the potential of artificial intelligence (AI). Last year, it announced that the National Research Foundation (NRF) would be investing up to $150 million into AI Singapore, a national programme to address challenges that affect both society and industry; to invest in deep capabilities to catch the next wave of scientific innovation; and to grow AI innovation and adoption in companies. Chief Scientist of AI Singapore, Professor Chen Tsuhan, tells us more.

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Reaching for the stars

Student-built satellite Galassia-2 blasts into orbit.

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Growing Knowledge Via Generosity

NUS receives two gifts totalling $8 million to advance mind health research and attract top talent in private law.

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Addressing a Growing Concern

Finding sustainable solutions to alleviate potential disruptions to food supply involves rethinking the way urban farming is carried out — and that is exactly what a team at NUS has been doing.

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Caring is Complicated

By 2030, 20 per cent or more of Singapore’s population will be aged 65 or above. Professor Elaine Ho Lynn-Ee (Arts and Social Sciences ’02) surveys this seismic demographic shift to see what the future might hold for elderly and their caregivers.

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An Idea that Holds Water

Dr Tan Wee Kee (Science ’99) from NUS Environmental Research Institute shares the details behind a patented innovation that can change how — and where — plants can be grown.

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‘Natural’ By Design

By studying the history of Singapore’s flora, fauna and landscape, we stand to learn a lot about ourselves as a people. Environmental historian Associate Professor Timothy P. Barnard has unearthed some surprising insights on our collective history through his research.

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B-ing Part of the Solution

While dousing oneself with an ice bucket may show solidarity with sufferers of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), what is really needed is a breakthrough to combat such neurodegenerative diseases. A project on ALS involving the use of vitamin B may deliver a simple therapeutic option.

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Staying ‘Young at Heart’ with Science

Is the ‘pump’ that powers our bodies capable of repairing itself? Current research offers some promising evidence that the lifespan of our hearts can be extended.

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