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Engineering & Technology

Nature’s inspiration for filtering seawater

Membranes with water channels produce more freshwater from seawater than commercial options.

Published on 19 Feb 2024

Prof Sum Tze Chien, Dr Ye Senyun, Dr Rao Haixia and Prof Lam Yeng Ming

Engineering & Technology

Illuminating eco-friendly perovskite solar cells

NTU researchers develop a method to protect perovskite solar cells without using lead.

Published on 08 Dec 2023

Collaborations | Engineering & Technology | Social Sciences

Ushering in a sustainable tomorrow

Whether reducing pollution, solving pressing challenges with artificial intelligence, or encouraging lifelong learning, research at NTU is helping to pave the way for a more sustainable future.

Published on 08 Dec 2023

Engineering & Technology | Social Sciences

Circular economy education: The time is now

Assoc Prof Liu Lerwen shares her views on how higher education can drive the circular economy.

Published on 03 Nov 2023

Social Sciences

Bringing a human touch to problem solving: Assoc Prof Md Saidul Islam

Assoc Prof Md Saidul Islam's research explores the relationship between nature, sustainable development and society.

Published on 13 Oct 2023

Social Sciences

Forging a path towards holistic healthy ageing

NTU experts from the social sciences and humanities are offering comprehensive solutions for the impending silver tsunami.

Published on 14 Aug 2023

Social Sciences

Feeding the world in a time of conflict

NTU researchers highlight how public policies and perceptions can tackle food insecurity by driving regional cooperation and raising social awareness.

Published on 07 Aug 2023