ACADEMIA
Lee Sang Yup Wins 2018 Eni Award
Lee was recognized for his work in metabolic engineering, which has resulted in the sustainable development of chemical products, fuels and non-food biomass materials.
HKU Confers Two Professors With Honorary University Fellowships
Professors in geotechnical engineering and orthopedic surgery were conferred Honorary University Fellowships by the University of Hong Kong.
SMU Launches US$3.3 Million Center For AI And Data Governance
The new Center for AI and Data Governance will focus on three integrated streams—AI and society; AI and industry; and AI and commercialization.
Singapore Scientist Receives CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholarship
As a CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar, Dr. Wan Yue will receive ~US$77,000 in research funding and have access to specialized leadership and communication training.
High-Quality Research In China On The Rise
According to the Nature Index 2018 Rising Stars supplement, 51 of the top 100 universities with improved research outputs are located in China.
UNIST Recognizes Six ‘Rising Star’ Scientists
The title ‘Rising-Star Distinguished Professor’ is awarded to eminent professors who are under the age of 45.
Tsinghua University Scientist Wins 2018 IEEE Herman Halperin Award
Professor He Jinliang has won the IEEE Herman Halperin Electric Transmission and Distribution Award for improving lightning protection in high-power transmission lines.
Singaporean Wins Inaugural WFEO 2018 Young Engineers Competition
Dr. Victor Sim’s winning project involves the use of membrane technology to provide safe and clean water to a town in Myanmar.
HKU And Microsoft Team Up For AI Research
The partnership grants HKU researchers and students access to Microsoft’s AI platforms and will further research in healthcare, fintech and smart city applications.
