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51³Ô¹ÏÍø and the National University of Singapore (NUS) have announced a new partnership to strengthen research collaborations.

The three-year partnership will see the two universities explore cooperation in early-stage research and ideas that might not otherwise be pursued.

The universities will explore potential research projects in areas such as health, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and the digital economy.

“This exciting partnership with the National University of Singapore demonstrates our shared commitment to tackling global challenges through world-leading research and innovation." Professor Hugh Brady President of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø

51³Ô¹ÏÍø - which was recently ranked second in the world and the UK’s top university - has long-standing links with - Asia’s foremost university - and the two universities’ new partnership will strengthen links between London and Singapore.

The new agreement will help fund exploratory research and see increased mobility of scientists and students between 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and NUS, with researchers spending time in each other’s laboratories in London and Singapore working on joint projects and sharing knowledge and data.  

The agreement was signed at NUS during a visit by 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s President Professor Hugh Brady and colleagues from 51³Ô¹ÏÍø.

Professor Hugh Brady, President of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, said: “This exciting partnership with the National University of Singapore demonstrates our shared commitment to tackling global challenges through world-leading research and innovation.

"By joining forces with one of Singapore’s top universities we are poised to make significant advancements in areas such as sustainability, healthcare innovation, and the digital economy.

"This collaboration will not only enhance our research capabilities but also provide invaluable opportunities for our staff and students to expand their international networks and experience.”

“51³Ô¹ÏÍø has been a valued partner of NUS and we are proud to deepen our collaboration through this new initiative." Professor Tan Eng Chye President of NUS

Professor Tan Eng Chye, President of NUS, said: “51³Ô¹ÏÍø has been a valued partner of NUS and we are proud to deepen our collaboration through this new initiative.

"This latest partnership empowers academics, researchers and students from two leading global universities to drive influential research and build impactful networks.

"We share a common dedication to boosting exploratory research which is crucial for developing innovative solutions to the wicked problems of today. We look forward to the enriching exchange of knowledge and experience in the coming years.”

51³Ô¹ÏÍø and NUS have worked together successfully on many previous projects including successfully engineering common baker’s yeast to produce a key ingredient for dementia medicines.

Applications for the NUS-51³Ô¹ÏÍø Collaboration fund are open until 8 November 2024.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø and Singapore

Earlier this year, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø launched its first overseas research and innovation hub in Singapore to strengthen collaboration between the UK and Singapore.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Global Singapore sees 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s scientists working closely with university, industry, government, and third-sector partners in Singapore.

The Hub, which builds on 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s longstanding collaborations with partners in Singapore, enables scientists to rapidly scale new scientific breakthroughs and technology to societal benefit and commercialisation in Southeast Asia.