October 2026 | Issue 10

As we enter the final quarter of 2026, this issue of Redefine celebrates the people and partnerships that continue to define LKCMedicine’s journey from our students and staff to our alumni and research collaborators.

At the heart of this edition is a shared commitment to nurturing tomorrow’s doctors and advancing medicine through innovation. Our In Focus story shines a light on six outstanding students honoured with the inaugural 2026 Mid-Term Scholarships and Merit Awards, recognising not only their academic achievements but also the character and compassion they bring to their training.

Accolades such as Dean Professor Joseph Sung’s election as a Fellow of the Singapore National Academy of Science, and LKCMedicine’s double win at the Singapore HR Awards 2026 for Excellence in Employee Well-Being and Workforce Innovation reflect our growing strength as both a research-intensive medical school and an employer of choice.

Beyond institutional achievements, you will read deeply personal stories of discovery and purpose from Assistant Professor Aditya Nair’s rise as a 2026 MIT Technology Review Innovator Under 35, to pioneering alumnus Dr Joel Wong’s journey from LKCMedicine’s first cohort to surgical specialist. Our research and AI features further underscore how curiosity, collaboration and technology are converging to shape the future of healthcare.

All these stories and more in the latest issue of Redefine!

In Focus

New Mid-Term Scholarships Recognise Outstanding LKCMedicine Students

We cast the spotlight on six Year 4 LKCMedicine students awarded the new scholarships, recognising their academic achievement.
NEWS

LKCMedicine Dean Named Fellow of the Singapore National Academy of Science

Prof Joseph Sung shares what this recognition means to him and his vision for the School as it continues to strengthen its clinician–scientist pipeline.
Staff Profile

Up Close and Personal with Assistant Professor Baptiste Janela

Asst Prof Baptiste Janela shares about his research journey and how innovative human skin models could pave the way for more effective and personalised treatments.
NEWS

Operational Excellence in Action at LKCMedicine

LKCMedicine has been recognised with not one but three prestigious wins at the Singapore HR Awards and HR Excellence Awards this year.
Student's Story

A Winning Gesture: Noah Lim Shows Sportsmanship at Asian Games 2026

At the Games, LKCMedicine student and national athlete Noah Lim Tian Run showed that medals are not the only measure of an athlete’s character.
NEWS

Beyond the Accolades: The Journey of Asst Prof Aditya Nair

At just 30, Asst Prof Aditya Nair is at a pivotal stage in his scientific journey, moving from an early-career researcher to leading his own laboratory.
Alumni Profile

Growing as a Surgeon, Giving Back as a Mentor

We cast the spotlight on Dr Joel Wong (Class of 2018) who is now an Associate Consultant in General Surgery with the NHG Health.
Research

Stem Cell Discovery Brings Hope for Novel Treatment for Heart Disease

Asst Prof Lynn Yap and her team are exploring how stem cells can regenerate damaged heart muscle and repair blood vessels to improve recovery after a heart attack.
Giving

A philosophy that spans years

NTU Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine's Prof Low Cheng Hock, the Emeritus Consultant in Surgery at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, has supported medical students through three funds spanning their journey from pre-university to early career.
Student's Take

Marking 13 Years of Project Daya in Batam

On top of conducting basic health screenings in Batam, our students visited local companies to explore opportunities for stronger community support and partnerships.
NEWS

AHS Day 2026 Unites Leaders, Clinicians and Researchers at LKCMedicine

Ten Academic Clinical Programmes (ACP) were also recognised for their contributions to advancing clinical care, education and research across the AHS.
NEWS IN BRIEF

News Roundup

A quick roundup of key LKCMedicine news snippets from the third quarter.