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Thirty years of research impact

Over the past three decades, NTU has driven innovation across many domains, from health and sustainability to Industry 4.0 technologies and the arts.

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Nanyang Asst Prof Wong Liang Jie (left) and research fellow Dr Huang Sunchao from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore with a transmission electron microscope used in their quantum recoil experiments. (Credit: NTU Singapore)

Scientists demonstrate quantum recoil for the first time, paving the way for precise X-ray imaging

Experimental results suggest that the recoil causes X-rays to lose energy, which could affect practical applications.

Published on 20 Jan 2023
Assoc Prof Steve Yim and Prof Joseph Sung
Health Sciences & Medicine

What makes air carcinogenic

From analysing levels of fine particulates in the air, a study by NTU and the Chinese University of Hong Kong has uncovered a link between air pollution and lung cancer.

Published on 14 Nov 2022
Macanese Pro-wrestler's cookbook cover
Arts & Humanities

A recipe for murder

The Macanese Pro-Wrestler’s Cookbook by Assoc Prof Barrie Sherwood of NTU’s School of Humanities is both a tale of self-discovery as well as an adventure through Macanese cuisine and the streets of Macau.

Published on 03 Nov 2022
Nuclear power plant with smoke
Social Sciences

A less than electrifying welcome

Despite the advantages of nuclear energy, there is low public support for its development in Southeast Asia, according to a study led by Prof Shirley Ho of NTU's Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and information.

Published on 31 Oct 2022

Research news releases

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Burger and fries on a plate

Food solutions for a sustainable tomorrow

Published on 30 Jan 2023
Nanyang Asst Prof Wong Liang Jie (left) and research fellow Dr Huang Sunchao from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore at The Hive building in the University.

Scientists demonstrate quantum recoil for the first time, paving the way for precise X-ray imaging

Published on 20 Jan 2023

Chatbots can help treat symptoms in people with depression

Published on 19 Dec 2022

Research to help Singapore develop smarter and more resilient energy grids

Published on 18 Dec 2022

Tracking the health of 100,000 Singaporeans to identify new ways to prevent diseases

Published on 16 Dec 2022

Protecting juvenile seabass from infection with supplements

Published on 05 Dec 2022

New Biosafety Level 3 lab joins nation’s fight against COVID-19 and future pandemics

Published on 02 Dec 2022
Professor Gerhard Grüber and Associate Professor Roderick Wayland Bates in the laboratory

Combatting tuberculosis, the “captain of all these men of death”

Published on 02 Dec 2022
NTU-Livent and Prof Madhavi

Livent-NTU partnership to accelerate innovation in sustainable lithium battery tech

Published on 01 Dec 2022

S$160 million research centre launched to close gap between the biological and digital worlds

Published on 01 Dec 2022

In the news

Co-authors Professor of Earth Sciences Emma Hill, Acting Chair of the Asian School of the Environment (ASE) at NTU Singapore, and Ms Cheryl Tay, a PhD student at NTU’s ASE
The Washington Post

Coastal cities in parts of Asia are sinking fastest, study finds

International scientists led by NTU have found that many densely populated coastal cities worldwide are vulnerable to sea level rise.
A device by NTU scientists can halve the volume of noise coming from outside a building, such as from a busy expressway or a construction site.
CNN's Tech for Good

Silencing noise pollution with smart tech

NTU scientists are developing technology to mitigate urban noise.

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A pair of cartoon lungs
Health Sciences & Medicine

Breathing new life into respiratory health

Assoc Prof Sanjay H. Chotirmall unveils the vital roles of microbiomes in lung health and disease.

Published on 18 Jan 2023
Wastewater surveillance
Health Sciences & Medicine | Natural Sciences

Tiny organisms with a big impact

Assoc Prof Janelle Thompson investigates environmental microorganisms to engineer a sustainable future.

Published on 16 Jan 2023
Glass ball reflecting nature
Engineering & Technology

Unlocking science to solve today's challenges

Together with BBC StoryWorks commercial productions and the International Science Council, NTU has produced three videos in the Unlocking Science series that explores the role of science in the pursuit of sustainable development.

Published on 10 Jan 2023
Supertree grove at Gardens by the bay
Engineering & Technology

Towards a sustainable tomorrow

NTU’s plan for a more sustainable future is a concerted effort that spans all aspects of the University, with its schools and research centres leading the charge.

Published on 09 Jan 2023

Researcher spotlight

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Health Sciences & Medicine

On the shoulders of pioneers: Assoc Prof Sunny Wong

Assoc Prof Sunny Wong from Lee Kong Chian's School of Medicine investigates the link between gut microorganisms and colorectal cancer.

Published on 27 Jan 2023
Photo of Prof Mely Caballero-Anthony
Social Sciences

On the shoulders of pioneers: Prof Mely Caballero-Anthony

Prof Mely Caballero-Anthony from the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies examines the impact of non-military threats on society.

Published on 26 Jan 2023

COVID-19 research

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Person getting a vaccination
Arts & Humanities

Above average consumers of social media news tend to be more hesitant in getting COVID-19 vaccines

But news literacy helps to reduce these vaccine hesitant attitudes.

Published on 12 Oct 2022
Preparing COVID19 vaccination
Health Sciences & Medicine | Natural Sciences

Gist of the jab

As vaccines to prevent COVID-19 roll out, we ask Assoc Prof Luo Dahai, an infectious disease expert at NTU’s Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine about the jab, including how it works, its effectiveness and safety, and whether you need it.

Published on 22 Jun 2021

Featured videos

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Associate Professor Aravind Dasari with PhD student Dean Seah from NTU fire testing a piece of timber that has an invisible coating which makes it 'fireproof'

NTUsg scientists invent invisible coating that makes wood 'fireproof'
An NTU Singapore team of researchers developed a sweat-powered battery; the members include (from left) Dr Gurunathan Thangavel, Professor Lee Pooi See and Dr Lyu Jian.

NTU Singapore scientists invent sweat-powered battery for wearable tech
Assistant Professor Wang Yifan from NTU Singapore holding a stiffened nylon chain mail in a vacuum-packed envelope

NTU Singapore scientists develop fabric that can stiffen on demand
Ultrasensitive robot skin

Potential ultrasensitive robot ‘skin’ made possible by NTUsg scientists
Highly manoeuvrable miniature robots

Grain-sized robots made by NTU Singapore scientists
Biomaterial from fish scales and bullfrog skin

NTUsg scientists turn fish scales and frog skin into biomaterial for bone tissue regrowth
TracieX

Disposable breathalyser developed by NTU start-up detects Covid-19 in just minutes
Voltaglue catheter

Faster, less invasive way to mend blood vessels with catheter device invented by NTUsg-led team
Pollen sponge to tackle marine oil spills

Scientists led by NTU Singapore create pollen sponge that can tackle oil spills
NTU daylight harvester

NTU Singapore scientists design 'smart' device to harvest sunlight
Scientists develop COVID 19 test to detect virus variants

Team of scientists led by NTU Singapore develops test that detects COVID-19 even when it mutates
3D fingerprint printer

NTU Singapore team develops portable device that creates 3D images of skin in 10 minutes
Oral insulin nanoparticles

NTU Singapore scientists develop oral insulin nanoparticles that could one day be an alternative to injections
XDBOT

Meet #NTUsg​ newest virus exterminator, the XDBOT

Pollen-based ‘paper’ created by #NTUsg​ holds promise for new generation of natural components

NTUsg and Rolls-Royce extend research partnership to develop next-gen aircraft propulsion systems
Robots building IKEA furniture

Flat-pack heaven? Robots master task of assembling Ikea chair

Pushing Frontiers

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NTU's research & innovation magazine

Issue 21 (2022)

Pushing Frontiers Issue 21

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