The Institute seeks to offer a vibrant intellectual home to visiting fellows, postdoctoral fellows and PhD students. Led by the Institute Director,  Professor  Vanessa  Evers, with guidance from a panel of eminent international advisors and support from a dedicated professional team, it creates opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborative research involving academic, government, and industry leaders. It also works closely with all NTU’s Schools and Colleges to jointly host various activities such as academic conferences and workshops, public lectures, dialogues with government and industry partners, summer/winter schools for international scholars and graduate students, and short courses.