People of FASS
People of FASS is a content series that emphasises on the human element, our people, their accomplishments and journey, as well as what inspires them. The series is curated primarily to focus on featuring exemplary students, alumni, researchers, faculty and staff.
Prof Dariusz Wójcik clinches prestigious Royal Geographical Society Murchison award for geographical excellence
Professor Dariusz Wójcik (NUS Geography) was recognised for his body of publications which has established geography “as a key discipline for the study of money and finance”.
Assoc Prof Taberez Ahmed Neyazi awarded prestigious fellowship at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton
Associate Professor Taberez Ahmed Neyazi from NUS Communications and New Media has been named a Member of the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS), Princeton for the Academic Year 2025-2026.
Beyond the grades: What success means to a new generation
Traditionally, success in meritocratic Singapore has been closely tied to academic achievement, career advancement and wealth accumulation – think elite schools, top university degrees and high-paying jobs in coveted professional industries like finance and law. But is this definition too narrow? And should it be broadened to include other considerations …
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How NUS start-ups are driving sustainable change through green innovation
In the fight against climate change, a new generation of NUS student entrepreneurs is storming the sustainability frontier. From reducing energy waste to reinventing urban agriculture, these eco-warriors have been tackling environmental challenges through viable business models.
Uncovering hidden stories of the pre-war Japanese community in Singapore
In an attempt to reconstruct the pre-war Japanese community in Singapore’s “Little Japan” around Middle Road, Dr Clay Eaton (NNUS Japanese Studies and NUS Asia Research Institute, ARI), Professor Naoko Shimazu (ARI) and Dr Chee Keng Lee (NUS College) teamed up for a project known as ‘Mapping Middle Road’, the first public history project of its kind about the Japanese community in Singapore.
A vibrant tapestry: 120 years of diversity and excellence at NUS
NUS120: Our Global Story brought the NUS Central Library Atrium to life with vibrant performances, flavourful international cuisine, hands-on cultural craft activities, and heartfelt stories from students, staff, and alumni around the world — all in celebration of 120 years of diversity and excellence at NUS.
Tails of truth: How effective are fables with human-like animals in teaching children honesty?
Research by NUS psychologist Associate Professor Ding Xiao Pan and some of her students shed light on how effectively classic fables such as Goldilocks and the Three Bears that feature anthropomorphised animals, or animals with human traits, instill virtues in children.
Book on religion and the environment by Dr Faizah Zakaria accorded prestigious Association for Asian Studies award
Dr Zakaria’s book explores how religious beliefs and practices have influenced the way people in the region interact with their environment, specifically with respect to the natural world.
NUS Asia Research Institute receives S$3 million gift to establish the Nalanda Endowed Professorship in India-China Studies
Gifted by the Nalanda Library Fund Limited, the Professorship will promote research and education in India-China relations.
NUS Singapore History Prize doubles from S$50,000 to S$100,000
A second ‘Arts and Multimedia’ category has also been created to recognise deserving works in non-print media in addition to books.
Baseline Study for Health District @ Queenstown unveils key insights on residents’ well-being
NUS study highlights the need for stronger social connections, trust and cohesion in a holistic approach to healthy longevity.
NUS120 Open House brings enthusiastic crowds to NUS campuses
Coinciding with NUS’ 120th anniversary this year, the event, which included a six-day virtual segment, provided a glimpse into the distinctive educational approach of Singapore’s first higher education institution and flagship university.