Thought Leadership

Some of the world’s leaders, and leading thinkers from NUS and overseas, regularly gather and add to the rich diversity of thoughts and ideas on our campuses, in Singapore and across the globe.
Here’s what they had to share.

Open for business, closed in our hearts? Immigration and future of Singapore identity

Open for business, closed in our hearts? Immigration and future of Singapore identity

Speakers: Dr Mathew Mathews and Dr Melvin Tay 24 December 2025

Studies show that while Singaporeans are proud of their country and comfortable with diversity, many remain uncertain about how immigration fits into the national narrative. This has business implications: The ability to attract and retain people is ultimately constrained by what society will accept as fair.

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A more sustainable and carbon-lite approach to cooling Singapore’s buildings

A more sustainable and carbon-lite approach to cooling Singapore’s buildings

Speaker: Speakers: Prof Sing Tien Foo | 25 September 2024

Even as Singapore’s population exceeds 6 million, it doesn’t have to feel crowded

Even as Singapore’s population exceeds 6 million, it doesn’t have to feel crowded

Speaker: Speaker: Dr Woo Jun Jie | 25 September 2024

Platform Workers Act strikes crucial balance for future of gig economy

Platform Workers Act strikes crucial balance for future of gig economy

Speaker: Speaker: Dr Mathew Mathews | 19 September 2024

Consumers might have to pay more for their rides and deliveries. It’s a price worth paying

Consumers might have to pay more for their rides and deliveries. It’s a price worth paying

Speaker: Speakers: Assoc Prof Terence Ho | 12 September 2024

‘No money, no walk’ – is cash the ultimate motivator for staying active?

‘No money, no walk’ – is cash the ultimate motivator for staying active?

Speaker: Speakers: Prof Eric Andrew Finkelstein and Michelle Chow | 8 September 2024

How China Can Make Life Better for Foreign and Domestic Tourists Alike

How China Can Make Life Better for Foreign and Domestic Tourists Alike

Speaker: Speaker: Distinguished Professor Ivan Png | 2 September 2024

Outer space as the province of all mankind: Two decades later

Outer space as the province of all mankind: Two decades later

Speaker: Speakers: Professor David Tan, NUS Law | 27 August 2024

Cherish more leave for dads, even if it doesn’t push up the birth rate

Cherish more leave for dads, even if it doesn’t push up the birth rate

Speaker: Speaker: Dr Kalpana Vignehsa | 24 August 2024

Tighter HDB loan limits and enhanced housing grants come together in a calibrated move

Tighter HDB loan limits and enhanced housing grants come together in a calibrated move

Speaker: Speaker: Prof Sing Tien Foo | 24 August 2024

Global mpox emergency – the world must show it learnt its lessons from COVID-19

Global mpox emergency – the world must show it learnt its lessons from COVID-19

Speaker: Speaker: Prof Hsu Li Yang | 24 August 2024