
AsianScientist (Jul 16, 2014) – Singapore has officially become the 15th member of the Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP).
Founded in 1989, the HFSP promotes basic research on biological functions through international cooperation. To-date, it has established itself as a funding organization that pushes the frontiers of modern life sciences. HFSP awardees have clinched 23 Nobel prizes and prestigious awards such as the Louis-Jeantet Prize medals and the Lasker Awards.
One of the criteria to be approved as a member country in the HFSP is to demonstrate scientific excellence in life sciences. With the membership, Singapore researchers will be able to compete for funding support under the various HFSP funding programmes. HFSP funding programmes commence at the post-doctoral level and include research grants, postdoctoral fellowships and career development awards.
Secretary-General, Professor Ernst-Ludwig Winnacker of the HFSPO, said: “HFSPO warmly welcomes Singapore as its 15th member on the occasion of the Program’s 25th anniversary. We are impressed by the scientific capacity and achievements of Singapore in the field of the modern life sciences. The membership of Singapore in HFSP enhances the global presence of our organization and marks the growing scientific strength in the Asia-Pacific region.”
Prof Low Teck Seng, CEO of the National Research Foundation said: “Singapore’s participation opens the door for our scientists and researchers to be part of a leading international community in life sciences. The programme provides them with more research opportunities, access to international research groups, and more avenues to contribute to ground-breaking research. Through these collaborative efforts and interdisciplinary connections, we look forward to Singapore advancing in the field of life sciences.”
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Source: National Research Foundation Singapore.
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