51³Ô¹ÏÍø Global Singapore is working transdisciplinarily to address some of the key challenges of our time, including patient safety, sustainable fuels, and using AI to address challenges of catalyst discovery and software. Our focus is divided into four distinct areas where 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Global Singapore is working to translate research into impact. 

Mimi Hii working on catalysts

AI and data-driven science

Using 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s strengths in artificial intelligence, data science, modelling and computation to accelerate scientific discovery, develop trusted applications and strengthen decision-making.

Health, medicine and medical technology

Advancing research and innovation in infectious diseases, population health, medical technologies and health systems, while supporting the development of a new medical school to build healthcare workforce capacity in the region.

A container ship being loaded

Climate, sustainability and environmental resilience

Supporting the transition to more sustainable, resilient and low-carbon systems through research and innovation in decarbonisation, sustainable materials and climate adaptation.

Biosecurity at the frontier

Security, resilience and preparedness

Harnessing 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s strengths in engineering, technology, policy and systems thinking to global challenges in cybersecurity, public security, defence, and biosecurity.