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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.

Humanist’s Heart, Scientist’s Mind and Artist’s Eyes – Stories behind my Planning Journey

Humanist’s Heart, Scientist’s Mind and Artist’s Eyes – Stories behind my Planning Journey

Speaker: Dr Liu Thai Ker, Former CEO of the Housing & Development Board and Chief Planner of the Urban Redevelopment Authority 20 Apr 2016

Dr Liu Thai Ker spoke at the NUS Greater Good Series on the thinking and analysis that went into planning a near perfect city like Singapore. He attributed his success to a well-rounded education and how the NUS University Scholars Programme will help nurture future leaders.

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Of state and society: Does Singapore have social capital?

Of state and society: Does Singapore have social capital?

Speakers: Dr Georgios Georgiou 19 Apr 2025

Improving carbon credit frameworks to enhance carbon project quality and financing

Improving carbon credit frameworks to enhance carbon project quality and financing

Speakers: Professor Johan Sulaeman, Mr Desmond Tay, Mr Michael Alexander 14 Apr 2025