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Five years ago, deeptech startup founders Dr Stanley Wang and Dr Andy So incubated their solar panel rejuvenation technology and automated recycling services for solar panels at Energy Research Institute @ NTU (@ERI@N). Today EtaVolt Pte Ltd, an NTU startup, holds the world’s first patented technology that can prolong the operational lifespan of solar panels with a technology that can be applied onsite and, in the field, where most solar panels in Asia are placed. This made-in-Singapore technology is leading the photovoltaic circular economy with solutions to assess solar panels, protecting them from damage and increasing their operational lifespan, and eventually recycle them. Read more about EtaVolt Pte Ltd's innovations in comments.

The CREATE Symposium 2024 gathers the best international researchers to address key problem statements and research challenges in decarbonisation that is potentially game-changing. Permanant Secretary for National Research and Development, Professor Tan Chorh Chuan will launch CREATE's Decarbonisation Challenge comprising multilateral partnerships with experts from a range of interdependencies as well. For more information and to register for the event visit https://lnkd.in/gcxjg9DU

At the 2024 IEEE Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Permanent Secretary for National Research Development, Professor Tan Chorh Chuan spoke about the rapid development of #AI technology and how #AI can be a force for good, that can uplift and empower people and businesses. The National Research Foundation Singapore has been driving and coordinating efforts to harness #AI to accelerate scientific discoveries and innovations. Since April, more than ten thematic workshops have been organised by #NRFsg, involving experts across both #AI and scientific domains such as Materials Science, Hybrid Quantum Computing, and RNA Biology. This initiative serves to both identify strategic opportunities to use #AI for R&D in these areas, and to foster stronger inter-disciplinary collaboration. Read #NRFsg AI for Science Scoping Study Report which highlights potential areas of opportunity for Singapore to embark on AI for Science initiatives at https://lnkd.in/gFw-UjP2 Don't forget to sign up for the AI for Science Nobel Turing Initiative Workshop in July at https://lnkd.in/gJWPVxGh

Spotlight on Research Translation 💡 Bioscience startup N&E Innovations Pte Ltd founded by Didi Gan and Jaslyn Lee scaled their food waste-derived cleaning disinfectants to market within three years of its inception. The affordable, 100% biodegradable, gentle to the skin yet tough on germs cleaning products received S$3.6 million seed funding within its first year and are now distributed across Southeast Asia, Korea and Germany. #Sustainability #Innovation #Upcycling

Patience is a virtue all researchers know. Patience also spurred the work to build up Singapore's Science and Tech capabilities. It has taken years of engagement, negotiations and planning by the Research, Innovation and Enterprise Council (RIEC) to transform Singapore into a centre of research excellence - an ecosystem that embraces talent diversity and collaboration. Read about why talent matters in comments. #STEM #science #technology

The AI for Science Nobel Turing Challenge Initiative Conference will be held in Singapore for the first time on 23rd and 24th July 2024 at National University of Singapore UTown, Auditorium 1. The conference aims to develop autonomous AI and robotics systems that push the boundaries of science and technology. Register your participation today.

Experience how AI can interpret actions and sounds and recreate traditional bird corners that used to be common in Singapore. Let art show the power of #science. CNRS@CREATE Centre national de la recherche scientifique

Mark your calendar! It’s back. The 13th edition of IP Week @ SG 2024, the world’s premier Intellectual Property (IP) event that brings together IP thought leaders, legal advisors and innovative enterprises. Find out more at https://www.ipweek2024.sg

Taking a quantum leap towards tech innovation! 🌟 Singapore has just unveiled its National Quantum Strategy (NQS), marking a significant step towards becoming a global leader in quantum technologies. Announced today by Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the National Research Foundation Singapore Mr Heng Swee Keat at the Asia Tech x Summit (ATxSummit), this initiative aims to revolutionise Singapore’s tech landscape. For example, quantum computing can be enhanced to simulate complex molecules for drug discovery, optimise investment portfolios, and support cryptography. The NQS will achieve this by elevating the Centre for Quantum Technologies into a national centre, accelerate the transition of quantum solutions, attract, develop and retain top talent, and spur industry partnerships to foster a vibrant ecosystem. Funded by #NRFsg under the Research, Innovation, and Enterprise 2025 (RIE 2025) plan, the NQS will receive nearly S$300 million over the next five years. Led by the National Quantum Office and hosted by A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research, the strategy ensures robust coordination of Singapore’s quantum research, innovation, and enterprise activities. The NQS will set the stage for Singapore to harness the power of quantum🚀 to drive innovation and shape the future of society and beyond. More info in the comments 👇 The 2024 Asia Tech x Singapore is organised by IMDA and is held from 30 to 31 May. #QuantumLeap #TechInnovation #SingaporeTech #QuantumTechnology (image credit: IMDA)

Research and Innovation Spotlight 🔦 Translating research to market is a science on its own. Kudos to NTUitive for initiating partnerships with medtech startups and scientists, and in closing the time lag between research and practice for findings that are relevant to our immediate needs. Read more about Nanyang Technological University Singapore’s innovative approach to research in comments. #sustainable #healthcare