The Asian Scientist 100
Yeng Ming Lam
Institution
Nanyang Technological University
Country
Singapore
Field
Materials Sciences
Lam won the 2024 UL Research Institutes–ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women for her work in developing advanced nanostructured functional materials that support sustainable and climate-resilient solutions, including applications in energy harvesting, soil water retention enhancement and environmental remediation. She was also named one of the Top 50 Asia Women Tech Leaders 2025.
(Photo: scienceprize4women)
AWARDS
- 2024 UL Research Institutes–ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women
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