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On June 19, 2023, National Development Minister Desmond Lee announced that two marine climate research projects have been awarded grants, supported by the Marine Climate Change Science (MCCS) Programme, launched by the National Parks Board (NParks) and the National Research Foundation (NRF) in 2021. The programme supports projects that aim to protect critical marine habitats …
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Fridae, a Singapore-based gay web portal, was founded in December 2020, inaugurated in 2001, and has been a key player in the advocacy of gay rights in the country since. As homosexuality in Singapore is still illegal, Fridae, as many other gay businesses, faces a unique set of challenges. The chapter ‘“We’re the gay company, …
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In his commentary titled ‘Mind the gap — Divergent expectations about university degrees among youth could have domino effect’ (TODAY, October 2023), Associate Professor Vincent Chua (NUS Sociology and Anthropology) delves into the disparities in expectations surrounding university degrees among Singaporean youth. Tapping on data from TODAY‘s Youth Survey 2023, A/P Chua highlights a noticeable …
The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming more prevalent by the day, with people employing the technologies in various fields and applications. However, the power of AI does not come without drawbacks, and users are aware of this. There are significant ongoing debates within the scientific and technological communities about the implications and future …
Understanding user interactions and perceptions of AI risk in Singapore Read More »
Since 1999, GIS Day has been held annually in mid-November to celebrate the technology of geographic information systems (GIS). GIS encompasses large databases which capture, store, and display data related to positions on and spatial relationships across Earth’s surface. Leveraging GIS technology requires practitioners to have strong data analytics and design thinking skills, which has …
International Students’ Day is held annually on 17 November. According to QS World University Rankings 2023, 14 out of the top 50 universities are based in Asia. As internationalization becomes a crucial criterion of university rankings, Asian universities have mixed feelings about internationalization and interaction with the state. ‘Emotional Geographies of University Officialdom’ (in Student …
Associate Professor Elmie Nekmat (NUS Communications and New Media) has been honored with the Ministry of Communications and Information (MCI) Special Recognition Award for his outstanding contributions to the field. This accolade acknowledges his dedication to promoting online safety and his service of over five years, reflecting his commitment to the welfare of digital communities. …
In episode 4 of “Lens On Singapore” (The Business Times, October 2023), Jonathan Sim (Lecturer, NUS Philosophy) champions the humanities in our tech-driven age. Sim, who transitioned from computer engineering to philosophy, personifies the podcast’s central theme: the intrinsic value of non-technical education. He argues that the true worth of an individual transcends their academic …
On 14 October 2022, eminent scholar Professor Justin McDaniel from University of Pennsylvania delivered the inaugural lecture, entitled “Hypnotic Ecologies and Thin Description in the Study of Southeast Asian Buddhist Art.”
In “Lights. Camera. Action on Caldecott” (October, 2023), Channel NewsAsia delves into the history of Singapore’s broadcasting hub, the Caldecott Broadcast Centre. The documentary spans many decades, and discusses the intersections between developments in Singapore’s broadcasting industry and the nation’s history. Dr Jinna Tay (Senior Lecturer, NUS Communications and New Media) provides her expertise to …