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Every August, at the start of a new academic year, the Benefactor Campus Experience (BCE) welcomes NUS donors to the Kent Ridge Campus for a day of learning, discovery and gratitude.For the first time in its 11-year history, the exclusive annual …

From the classroom to the laboratory and beyond, nine outstanding individuals were recognised at the NUS University Awards 2026 for their significant impact in teaching, research, mentorship and service. Their work has shaped the University in …

The Straits of Malacca and Singapore are prime examples of how close collaboration among countries in managing the waterways can help ensure smooth trade flows for the nations and vessels that rely on this critical shipping route. Despite being …

When Professor Aaron Thean, Deputy President (Academic Affairs) and Provost of NUS, talks about artificial intelligence (AI), he is quick to recentre the conversation. “The core business of a university is really to develop the human, not to develop …

Three distinguished NUS scientists have been recognised at this year’s President’s Science & Technology Awards (PSTA) for their exceptional contributions in pushing the boundaries of science and technology. Presented annually and organised by …

From disaster response to patient safety, a group of award-winning NUS students are putting Artificial Intelligence (AI) to work on problems that matter. NUS News highlights how the winners of NUS’ Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Prize (OURP) …

The Ministry of Law (MinLaw) and the National University of Singapore (NUS) will establish a new Centre at the NUS Faculty of Law driving leadership and innovation in arbitration and other forms of international dispute resolution (the “Centre”). …

STMicroelectronics N.V. (“ST”) (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, and the National University of Singapore (NUS) have officially launched the ST–NUS HELIX Corporate Lab, a …

For the first time, NUS Career Fest ― the university’s largest recruitment event of the semester ― is moving off-campus to the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Halls 401 and 402, on 23 September 2026. Held under the theme “Beyond …

NUS Business School undergraduate Yunci Ho reflects on her time at Korea University through the Student Exchange Programme (SEP), where learning extended far beyond the classroom. Spanning over 350 partner universities across more than 40 countries, …

Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed a method to turn waste from the tough, lightweight composites used in aircraft and other high-performance structures into aerogels that could be used for thermal insulation, …

Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Agency of Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) have been awarded a research grant of S$22 million under Singapore’s national Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) 2025 …

Singapore’s 61st birthday marked another reason for celebration, as more than 250 members of the NUS community were honoured for their merit and service to Singapore at the National Day Awards. This year, a total of 7,491 individuals received the …

Long before Sir Stamford Raffles arrived in 1819, Singapore was already part of a wider world, shaped by centuries of movement, exchange and interaction across Southeast Asia and beyond.Yet, this rich heritage has remained largely obscured by the …

From immersive overseas study trips to community engagement and internships, experiences beyond the classroom form an integral part of the NUS student journey. These opportunities enable students to apply classroom learning in real-world settings …

Researchers from the Cancer Science Institute of Singapore (CSI Singapore) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have uncovered a previously unknown mechanism that helps cancer cells evade detection by the body’s immune system. The finding …

Five projects led by NUS and Duke-NUS Medical School will study zoonotic disease risks linked to urban birds, ticks, wildlife mammals, domestic dogs and cats, and wild and domestic birds as part of a national effort to improve early detection and …

The past decade has brought a wave of legal reforms around same-sex relationships across Asia: India struck down its colonial-era ban in 2018; Taiwan legalised same-sex marriage in 2019; Singapore repealed Section 377A, with the change taking effect …

The National University of Singapore (NUS) is supercharging its artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem with a new addition to its expanding suite of AI resources, enhancing support for its community across all key functions. Today, the University …

Baker’s yeast is one of biotechnology’s most important microorganisms. It has long been used to leaven bread and ferment beer. More recently, advances in synthetic biology have enabled engineered yeast to convert sugar into a wide range of products, …

For thousands of NUS freshmen and students, this year's NUS Students' Union (NUSSU) RAG & Flag Day transcended fundraising. It was an opportunity to discover how they can make a positive impact through community service and build meaningful …

Southeast Asia’s future looks promising, with its combined economy exceeding US$4 trillion (S$5.16 trillion) and digital transformation efforts projected to create some 65 million new jobs by 2030. But the gains would count for little if they are …

For more than two decades, the NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship (NUSSP) has been a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs from around the world to develop the mindset, skills and networks needed to turn ideas into impact. This year, …

NUS and Universiti Malaya (UM) continued their decades-long engagement through the 55th edition of the UM-NUS Inter-University Tunku Chancellor Golf Tournament and UM-NUS Joint Academic Symposium, held from 29 to 30 July in Singapore. The events …

A prominent member of the NUS community has received a prestigious award, further highlighting the University’s longstanding reputation for research excellence. Professor Sir Konstantin Sergeevich Novoselov FRS has been elected as a Singapore …

Razer™, the world’s leading lifestyle brand for gamers, and the National University of Singapore’s School of Computing (NUS Computing), today announced the launch of the Razer-NUS Joint AI Research Lab, a first-of-its-kind research initiative …

Since its inception, NUSOne has been a catalyst for student growth and self-discovery. With the goal of offering students a rich, well-rounded university experience, it provides them with diverse opportunities to develop holistically and gain …

NUS Law alumni gathered on 25 July 2026 to celebrate the Faculty’s return to NUS’ Kent Ridge Campus after nearly two decades at the Bukit Timah Campus.The event brought together alumni from the inaugural Class of 1961 to the Class of 2026 to …

Ahead of the new academic year this August, NUS Law welcomed its newest cohort of 245 undergraduates with the Freshmen Inauguration Ceremony on 26 July 2026. A longstanding tradition at NUS Law, the ceremony officially marks the start of their legal …

Most traditional lightbulbs are considered inefficient because they produce more heat than light. Researchers at NUS have turned that idea on its head by developing a chemical reactor that harnesses the same heat-generating principle to power …