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📍 Self-Recording Room, Central Library (Level 4)
⟡ Ask Me Anything: About AI at NUS
🕐 Session 1: 10am - 10.30am | Session 2: 12pm - 12.30pm
📍 Self-Recording Room, Central Library (Level 4)
About to start on your assignments? Do you know if you can use ChatGPT and other generative AI tools, and how they can be used? Join A/P Loy Hui Chieh, A/P Soo Yuen Jien, and A/P Lee Kooi Cheng for an open conversation to unpack NUS’ policy on generative AI use, how they can be used for teaching and learning, and be your learning s(AI)dekick! In this session, we will tackle your questions like: Is it ok for me to use AI to write my essays? How can we deal with hallucinations by AI? When is AI use considered plagiarism?
Pose your questions here – ask us anything on how AI can work for you.
The sessions will be moderated by A/P Natalie Pang.
A/P Loy Hui Chieh
A/P Loy Hui Chieh is from the Department of Philosophy at the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, and Vice Dean (Academic Affairs) at NUS College. He is also Chair of the University Policy Workgroup for AI in Teaching and Learning.
A/P Soo Yuen Jien
A/P Soo Yuen Jien is from the School of Computing and Director for Teaching and Learning at the Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT). Together with A/P Lee Kooi Cheng, he worked on THE1005 Guide to Use of Generative AI Tools, an online course guiding students on effective use of generative AI tools.
A/P Lee Kooi Cheng
A/P Lee Kooi Cheng is Director of the Centre for English Language Communication, and concurrently Master of Helix House. Together with A/P Soo Yuen Jien, she worked on THE1005 Guide to Use of Generative AI Tools, an online course guiding students on effective use of generative AI tools.
Moderator
A/P Natalie Pang
A/P Natalie Pang is University Librarian and concurrently Head of the Department of Communications and New Media. She is also a member of the University Policy Workgroup for AI in Teaching and Learning.
📍 Seminar Room, Central Library (Level 4)
Where Curiosity Leads: Exploring Beyond One Field
🕐 10am - 10.30am |📍 Seminar Room, Central Library (Level 4)
Some of the most meaningful discoveries happen when we venture beyond the boundaries of our own fields. In this talk, Professor Teng Wah Tong reflects on a research journey that spans chemistry, biology, and engineering—from developing polymers for tissue repair to transforming food waste into renewable energy. Through compelling examples, he shares how his research has gradually evolved—driven by a curiosity in nature-inspired science and a desire to solve real-world problems in biomedical applications, waste management, and sustainability. Discover how stepping beyond one field can open up fresh perspectives, and lead to impactful, innovative solutions.
Dr Tong Yen Wah
Professor, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, NUS Faculty of Engineering & member of ACS Publications
Yen Wah joined the NUS Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering in 2001 after graduating from the University of Toronto with a PhD in Chemical Engineering. He was appointed as the Musim Mas Chair Professor in Sustainability in 2024. His expertise is in biomaterials research for tissue engineering and bioenergy from food wastes and biomass wastes, with over 300 publications, 18000 citations and a H-index of 80. His recent works in food wastes management have been successfully commercialised, with distributed anaerobic digesters that can be effectively used in cities through a spin-off company from NUS. Yen Wah was the co-Programme Director for a NRF CREATE programme with Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) on “Energy and Environmental Sustainability Solutions for Megacities”, E2S2-CREATE, a collaborative research programme between NUS and SJTU funded by the Singapore National Research Foundation for S$89 million from 2012 until 2024 on studying coupled problems in megacities related to energy, environment, health and waste.
Getting Your Academic Book Published: Insights from Cambridge University Press
🕐 11am - 11.30am |📍 Seminar Room, Central Library (Level 4)
Hoping to turn your research into a published academic book? This session provides practical guidance for those looking to navigate the academic publishing landscape with confidence.
Cambridge University Press, one of the world’s leading academic publishers, will shed light on the role university presses play in the global academic publishing ecosystem. It will dive into the key subject areas and book types they published, helping you better align your work with their publishing focus. Finally, the session will take you through the editorial stages of publishing an academic book—from proposal to publication—so you know what the publishers are looking for!
Joe Ng
Acquisitions Editor (Social Sciences) of Academic Publishing, Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Joe has a degree in civil engineering from NUS and a master’s degree in information studies from NTU, Singapore. He joined Cambridge in May 2014 and worked at various global commercial publishers previously. Joe welcomes proposals for research monographs in Law, Economics, and Public Policy from authors based in Singapore and East Asia.
Keep Calm & Carry On: Smart Tools for Smarter Scientific Research
🕐 12pm - 12.30pm |📍 Seminar Room, Central Library (Level 4)
In today’s fast-paced research environment, staying informed without getting overwhelmed is key. This session will introduce you to the latest smart tools, including generative AI features, that boosts your research.
- ScienceDirect Topics – get up to speed with new and unfamiliar concepts via a comprehensive database of reliable contextual information
- Content Syndication – find relevant information quickly through a single platform that streamlines access to journals from various publishers
Wherever you are at your Scientific research lifecycle, these tools will help you work faster and smarter.
Joshua Benjamin
Customer Success Manager, Elsevier
Joshua was a clinical researcher in Singapore’s National University Health System, managing multi-site, cross-collaborative studies on chronic diseases such as chronic kidney disease (CKD) and IgA nephropathy.
He is also a certified project manager, with a keen interest in enabling others to achieve their research and learning goals.
He is also a certified project manager, with a keen interest in enabling others to achieve their research and learning goals.
Vision of Equity, Access & Impact in Inclusive Publishing Ecosystem
🕐 1pm - 1.30pm |📍 Seminar Room, Central Library (Level 4)
The world is diverse—and to solve its most pressing challenges, research must be inclusive. From accessible digital resources in libraries to equitable publishing practices, inclusion should be built into every stage of the research lifecycle. Drawing on her background in healthcare publishing, the speaker will explore how the industry is co-designing inclusive approaches through platform design, editorial policies, and tailored author support. Be part of this conversation in making research and publishing more inclusive and equitable.
Julie Yuan
Senior Manager (APAC Projects and Audience Verticals), Wiley
Julie is an APAC Senior Manager at Wiley, a global publisher leading in Open Access publishing initiatives with international society journals. Her role includes amplifying global research into APAC markets, particularly Japan and China, and working with accessible publication and content formats to reach the medical practitioners in these primarily non-English markets. Julie is on Wiley’s Business Inclusion Council, which focuses on driving global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. She is actively invested in education and training resources (both internally and externally) about inclusive practices.
⟡ Getting Your Feet Wet: Introducing Digital Humanities to Undergraduates
🕐 2pm - 2.45pm |📍 Seminar Room, Central Library (Level 4)
The emerging field of digital humanities is increasingly popular among undergraduates, offering a valuable combination of technical skills and soft skills that enhance employability. However, with the wide range of digital tools, content, and approaches available—and limited time to explore them all—learning can be challenging. The Gale Digital Scholar Lab helps address this with a one-stop platform for digital humanities research. Its latest built-in course, Introduction to Digital Humanities, now makes it even easier for learners to gain the skills needed to start and run their own projects.
Masaki Morisawa
Senior Product Manager, Gale Asia
Masaki is a Senior Product Manager of Gale Asia based in Tokyo. In this role, he supports the Gale sales force in Asia in areas of product information and technical support. Before joining Gale, Masaki worked for an antiquarian and academic book seller in Japan. He studied English literature in Sophia University, Tokyo.
⟡ Colonial Handwriting Made Searchable: Explore Singapore’s Past Through HTR Technology
🕐 3pm - 3.45pm |📍 Seminar Room, Central Library (Level 4)
The British Colonial Office records—meticulously documenting a wide range of local issues addressed during the colonial period—offer invaluable insights into Singapore’s past eras. However, researchers wishing to explore their contents often find it challenging to decipher the cursive handwriting used in earlier records. Now, with the advent of Handwritten Text Recognition (HTR) technology, even untrained users can enter simple keywords to search and retrieve relevant documents in a matter of seconds, transforming research. This session will demonstrate how users—including students—can now explore Singapore’s colonial legacy from the convenience of their laptops and make interesting discoveries.
Masaki Morisawa
Senior Product Manager, Gale Asia
Masaki is a Senior Product Manager of Gale Asia based in Tokyo. In this role, he supports the Gale sales force in Asia in areas of product information and technical support. Before joining Gale, Masaki worked for an antiquarian and academic book seller in Japan. He studied English literature in Sophia University, Tokyo.
Trust, Trace, and Cite: Safeguarding Research Integrity in the Age of Generative AI
🕐 4pm - 4.30pm |📍 Seminar Room, Central Library (Level 4)
As generative AI becomes common tools in research workflows, it brings new challenges to citation accuracy and academic integrity. This session explores common pitfalls when using AI for literature reviews, writing, and referencing, and offers practical strategies to verify sources, trace original ideas, and cite responsibly. Designed for researchers, the talk emphasises ethical scholarship in the digital age, where trusting AI requires critical thinking, and every citation matters.
Dr Wong Woei Fuh
General Manager of Consulting, iGroup - IES Research
Woei Fuh is a research communication manager with experience across engineering and information science. Formerly with Web of Science, he worked with Asian institutions on research assessment and bibliometrics. Since 2015 joining iGroup, he has delivered workshops on research impact and AI adoption for research. As a Crossref Ambassador, he promotes best practices in scholarly publishing and visibility.
📍Digital Scholarship Lab, Central Library (Level 4)
Key Sustainability E-Resources for Your Research Needs: Examples and Best Practices
🕐 10am - 10.30am |📍 Digital Scholarship Lab, Central Library (Level 4)
Looking to strengthen your research on sustainability and climate change? This session is designed for students, scholars, university staff, and academics at all levels. Discover tips to accessing key primary sources, and learn best practices for finding and using sustainability-focused e-resources. To help you make the most of your research, this session will also highlight key areas of sustainability-related research, and the benefits of open access publishing.
Xian Toh
Account Development Manager (Southeast Asia), Springer Nature
Xian Toh is based at KL Springer Nature office managing campaigns, publishing talks, clientele engagement, and content data analytics related to Springer Nature products. She graduated with MSc in Sustainability Energy from University of Coimbra, and has received certification for specialisation in interdisciplinary subjects such as policy, engineering, and sustainable chemistry from universities in Europe. Xian Toh has 8 years of perpetual commercial research and interdisciplinary work in topics of education, sustainability, and climate change. Together with Springer Nature, she contributes to expediting positive transformation in science and higher education specifically in SDG 4—equipping leaders of knowledge management, librarians, and whole society with solutions through the lens of stellar publishing and advance technology.
Building on Legacy, Igniting the Future of Legal Research
🕐 11am - 11.30am |📍 Digital Scholarship Lab, Central Library (Level 4)
In an era of rapid technological advancement, the legal industry stands at a critical crossroads where tradition meets innovation. This workshop will explore how long-standing legacy practices—often labour-intensive and rigourous—undergo transformative change.
Join us for an insightful session to learn how AI is reshaping legal research, streamlining workflows, and enhancing access to legal resources. The speaker will also be sharing her vision for a future where AI and the traditional practice of law goes hand in hand.
Sharon Yap
Senior Product Manager, LexisNexis
Sharon leads the development and enhancement of innovative legal workflow solutions in her portfolio. With over 10 years in product management, she is passionate about leveraging technology to streamline legal research and improve access to the law. A proud NUS Alumni, her mission is to take the legal community and academia on a transformative journey towards using AI technology in legal research and practice.
⟡ Information Overload? Get to the Point Like an Information Expert
🕐 12pm - 12.45pm |📍 Digital Scholarship Lab, Central Library (Level 4)
Cut to the chase and learn how NUS Libraries' services and resources can help your studies and research. Pick up essential research starter tips and learn how to evaluate, select, and share information resources confidently—just like an expert.
Lyndia Chen
Librarian (Research Librarian – HASS), NUS Libraries
Lyndia is a social science research librarian with a background in economics and data analysis. She continuously seeks out learning engagement strategies and immersive technology to make library programmes fun, effective and memorable. She also organises programmes for students and researchers in information literacy and library orientation.
⟡ Learning to Learn
🕐 1pm - 1.45pm |📍 Digital Scholarship Lab, Central Library (Level 4)
How can you cope with studies given the limited time you have? In this interactive session, we will debunk common learning myths, and reveal tips and tricks to become a strategic and effective learner. Get ready to walk away with concrete steps on mastering your own learning, both inside and outside of classroom.
Dr Ng Tao Tao Magdeline
Vice University Librarian, Cluster Head of Digital Strategy & Innovation and Head of Learning and Innovation, NUS Libraries
Magdeline has taught undergraduate courses on learning sciences and cognitive biases at NUS, reaching thousands of students. She developed the THE1004 Learning to Learn course to help students optimise their learning. Her interests include pedagogical research, innovative teaching methods, educational interventions, and research impact assessment. She holds a B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. in Chemistry from NUS, and a Ph.D. in Chemistry from NTU.
Amplify Research Impact: Strategies to Increase Citations
🕐 2pm - 2.30pm |📍 Digital Scholarship Lab, Central Library (Level 4)
Papers that get cited heavily do not happen by chance. They are often the result of deliberate and strategic efforts researchers engage in to amplify their work. Join this workshop to pick up practical strategies in enhancing your academic visibility and influence. You will learn practical strategies in building collaborations across disciplines, optimising publication channels, and leveraging social media to extend the reach of your research in both academic and public spheres.
Khoo Yee Hong
Marketing Director, World Scientific
Yee Hong has led global teams for more than 20 years in delivering solutions to libraries via content building. She has strong experience in product development, strategic planning, and collaboration with partners as well as cross functional internal teams.
Riya Gupta
Journal Marketing Executive, World Scientific Publishing
Riya has been working at World Scientific for over three years, specialising in promotion of Open Access journals. She leads campaigns aimed at increasing readership, enhancing citation impact, and boosting visibility through targeted social media and digital outreach. With a background in marketing, she plays a key role in driving engagement across World Scientific's journal platforms.
Unlocking Search Efficiency Through AI-Powered Tools
🕐 2.45pm - 3.15pm |📍 Digital Scholarship Lab, Central Library (Level 4)
Tired of spending hours sifting through research materials? Discover EBSCO's latest AI features designed to streamline your search process:
- AI Insights - distills full-text articles into concise, high-level summary statements—helping you quickly determine the relevance of content to your research
- Natural Language Search - improves your search experience by understanding queries phrased in everyday language, enhancing both context and accuracy
Find out how these innovations can support a more intuitive and efficient information discovery.
Kwok Chung Yew
Director (Saas/FOLIO), EBSCO
Kwok Chung (KC) is a dedicated library technology leader with over a decade of experience working with libraries across Asia in various capacities. As the Director of SaaS Innovation at EBSCO Information Services, he plays a pivotal role in helping libraries adopt open-source technologies, particularly the FOLIO platform, to modernise their operations. Since 2020, KC has focused on improving library workflows, data management, and analytics, ensuring libraries can leverage technology to enhance their services. His work centers on implementing technologies that prioritise better user experiences, streamlining processes, and empowering libraries to meet the evolving needs of their communities.
⟡ AI for Smarter Literature Search: An Interactive Workshop
🕐 3.30pm - 4.15pm |📍 Digital Scholarship Lab, Central Library (Level 4)
In this workshop, discover how AI tools within academic databases across disciplines such as Summon Research Assistant (in NUSearch+), Factiva (newspapers), Statista (statistics) and ProQuest (theses and dissertations) transform the way you discover information.
Explore tools that enhance literature searching, understand the impact of data sources on AI outputs, and the necessity of evaluating information quality, while complying with institutional guidelines.
If you'd like to try out some of the tools during the session, we encourage you to bring your own laptop.
Lim Siu Chen
Senior Librarian (Research Librarian – HASS), NUS Libraries
Siu Chen’s interests relate to copyright and information literacy. She has an LLB (Hons) from the National University of Singapore and an MSc (Library Science) from Nanyang Technological University. She is currently reflecting on library pedagogy and strategy, cultivated by the need to re-imagine the future of libraries in the experience age.
Toh Kim Kee
Principal Librarian (Research Librarian – STEM), NUS Libraries
Kim Kee spends most of her time doing user education, providing consultation to the NUS Health Sciences community and working on library projects. She has a MSc in Information Studies and a B.Eng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering. Outside of work, she enjoys reading and baking.
Wong Suei Nee
Senior Librarian (Research Librarian – STEM), NUS Libraries
Suei Nee has more than 10 years experience working as a Librarian. Her work interests include Systematic Review searching and teaching users how to search for full-text articles. On a daily basis, she enjoys talking to users, helping with their queries, and making friends with them. She has worked in both the Central Library and Medical Library, and relishes the different learning experience both libraries offer.
Discover, Learn, and Excel with Sage Research Methods
🕐 4.30pm - 5pm |📍 Digital Scholarship Lab, Central Library (Level 4)
Struggling to choose the right research method or just starting your research journey? Discover how Sage Research Methods (SRM) can help you find, understand, and apply the right methodology with confidence.
Explore two powerful research tools:
- Methods Map – a dynamic, visual guide that helps you explore and understand the relationships between research methods, concepts, and terms.
- Project Planner – a step-by-step guide through every stage of your research process, from idea to write-up.
Whether you are a student or a seasoned researcher, learn how SRM supports you in choosing the right methodology, learning solid methodological foundations, and excelling in your research.
Dr Lim Khee Hiang
Senior Manager (Partner Success & Customer Relations), Sage Publishing
Khee Hiang is based in Sage’s Asia Pacific head office in Singapore. With over 18 years of experience, he leads initiatives across the region, specialising in advising professionals in R&D, corporate, academic, and government sectors on optimising strategic value and integrating research and workflow solutions. Khee Hiang has authored more than 20 cardiovascular and biomedical publications, 19 of which are indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection (SCIE), covering areas such as heart valve engineering, cardiovascular surgery, and biomechanics. He is also the inventor of a patented heart valve. Khee Hiang holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) and a Doctorate in Heart Valve Engineering from Nanyang Technological University.
