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.

When the heat races ahead, sports enthusiasts need stronger safeguards to keep pace

When the heat races ahead, sports enthusiasts need stronger safeguards to keep pace

Speakers: Prof Marcus Ong and Adjunct Assoc Prof Kenneth Tan 31 Dec 2024

The casualty rate at the recent StanChart marathon underscores the importance of increased awareness and precautions when competing in higher temperatures. As climate change continues to affect human health and daily activities, Singapore is expected to face rising levels of heat and humidity in the near future. Prof Marcus Ong, Programme Director from the Health Services & Systems Research Programme and Adjunct Assoc Prof Kenneth Tan, both from the Duke-NUS Medical School, said that everyone, from casual joggers to professional athletes to event organisers, has a role in ensuring safety in the prevention and treatment of medical emergencies.

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A breakthrough year in advancing workers’ rights in Singapore

A breakthrough year in advancing workers’ rights in Singapore

Speakers: Dr Mathew Mathews and Melvin Tay 31 Dec 2024