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October 2009

The numbers game: Down a blind alley? 

A mathematical model developed by Asst Prof Mabel Chou and PhD student Ms Qingxia Kong, NUS Business School, demonstrated that preference for certain numbers might have implications for gambling problems.
The Straits Times, 1 October 2009 , Review, pA28  

Just a matter of time before Big One hits, warn experts 

Dr Pavel Tkalich, Tropical Marine Science Institute at NUS, said that it would take an earthquake of at least 8.0 in magnitude to cause a tsunami stretching across the region.
The Straits Times, 1 October 2009 , Prime, pA4  

A journey of success forged in steel 

NUS Business School students traced the growth of Nam Leong which started out as a licensed moneylender and went on to establish a significant domestic presence in the steel business.
The Business Times, 1 October 2009 , p10  

Time to take stock of corporate governance 

According to Assoc Prof Mak Yuen Teen, NUS Business School, the region’s stock exchanges and market regulators were paying more attention to the need for high corporate governance standards and investor protection.
The Business Times, 1 October 2009 , p18  

Civil Service College appoints 6 new directors 

Prof Tan Tai Yong, Dean of the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, was one of the six new Directors of the Civil Service College appointed by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Mr Teo Chee Hean.
Lianhe Zaobao, 1 October 2009 , Section 1, p12  

EADS scholarships for high-flyers 

EADS and the Economic Development Board would be offering NUS PhD students scholarships in a bid to develop talent for the aerospace industry under the Joint Industry Postgraduate Programme.
TODAY, 2 October 2009 , p14  

Lord of small things 

Prof Thirumalai Venky Venkatesan, Director of the NUS NanoCore Research Centre, pioneered the pulsed laser deposition process and founded Neocera, a company specialising in pulsed laser and electron deposition equipment.
Tabla!, 2 October 2009 , p6  

Prince Andrew witnesses inking of research deal 

NUS President Tan Chorh Chuan announced two scholarships under the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) for PhD studies in integrated research programmes at the Graduate School for Integrative Sciences and Engineering.
The Straits Times, 3 October 2009 , Home, pB9  

Opening of new facilities at NUS Risk Management Institute 

At a seminar that marked the opening of the NUS Risk Management Institute's new facilities, Mr Heng Swee Keat, Managing Director, Monetary Authority of Singapore, said that confidence had returned to the global financial markets in recent weeks.
Lianhe Zaobao, 3 October 2009 , Section 2, p38  

Scientists find better way to treat stomach cancer 

Dr Ooi Chia Huey, Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, was among a team of Singapore scientists who had discovered a more effective way of treating stomach cancer and boosting the long-term survival rate of patients.
The Straits Times, 3 October 2009 , Home, pB2  

Fruit flies could help in fight against Parkinson's 

Assoc Prof Tan Eng King and Dr Lim Kah Leong, Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, were members of a research team that developed a novel fly model that could speed up drug discovery efforts for Parkinson's disease.
The Straits Times, 3 October 2009 , Science, pD10  

The re-emergence of an integrated Asia 

Dr Pradumna B. Rana, NUS Institute of South Asian Studies, commented on how Asia was once again trying to return to its glorious past as well as China and India's economic integration with the rest of Asia.
The Straits Times, 3 October 2009 , Review, pA26  

Landing some pretty clever ideas 

Students from the NUS Dept of Architecture produced several conceptual ideas for sustainable industrial complexes as part of a collaborative project with JTC Corporation.
The Business Times, 3 – 4 October 2009 , p36  

Children of migrant workers facing difficulty in continuing education following closure of 86 schools in Shanghai 

Prof Zheng Yongnian, East Asian Institute at NUS, said that the education problems faced by children of migrant workers in China illustrated the need for greater social integration.
Lianhe Zaobao, 4 October 2009 , Section 1, p18  

Revamping how English is taught 

Dr Wu Siew Mei, Centre for English Language Communication, commented on the evolution of the English language.
The Sunday Times, 4 October 2009 , Home, p12 & 13  

Airbus parent, EDB to fund aviation studies  

The European Aeronautic Defence and Space, and Singapore Economic Development Board inked an agreement to co-sponsor up to four years of aviation studies at PhD level for six students from NUS and NTU.
The Straits Times, 5 October 2009 , Home, pB2  

Co-ops show resilience with rising turnover 

The NUS Co-op had remained profitable in the current recession despite its mission to sell books, sundries and computers to students at subsidised rates.
The Business Times, 5 October 2009 , p9  

NUS Museum showcases Dr. Ivan Polunin 

NUS Museum held an exhibition titled, “I Polunin”, which showcased the photographs, slides and film footage of Singapore's history from the personal archives of Dr. Ivan Polunin.
Lianhe Zaobao, 5 October 2009 , Section 3, p1  

NUS maintains position in world varsity ranking 

NUS maintained its 30th spot in this year’s Times Higher Education-Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings. NUS President Tan Chorh Chuan said that NUS would continue to build strong ties with its partners from around the world and leverage on its insights and expertise in Asia.
The Straits Times, 8 October 2009 , Home, pB8  

NUS 4th in Asia in ranking of world's top 200 universities 

NUS President Tan Chorh Chuan said that the University was pleased that it had once again been recognised as one of the top universities in Asia and the world.
Lianhe Zaobao, 9 October 2009 , Section 1, p9  

Anti-cancer gene cracked 

Assoc Prof Ren Ee Chee, NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, is a member of a team of Singapore scientists who had shed light on the role of the gene p53 in suppressing the development of cancers.
The Straits Times, 10 October 2009 , Home, pB9  

S'pore could help shape a climate deal 

Assoc Prof Simon Tay, NUS Faculty of Law, spoke on the threats of climate change to Singapore and the region and how Singapore could use its position on the global stage to bring together US, India, China and the South-east Asian countries for negotiations.
The Straits Times, 10 October 2009 , Science, pD11  

Med about openness 

The Khoo Teck Puat Building, which housed the Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, comprised an 11-storey administrative tower and a nine-storey laboratory building containing six laboratories and teaching facilities.
The Straits Times, 10 October 2009 , Life!, pE8  

United by disaster 

Assoc Prof Simon Tay, NUS Faculty of Law, highlighted that working at different levels and different sectors could progress in the recurring problem of haze.
WeekendTODAY, 10 October 2009 , p40  

Powering a city for less money 

A team of NUS undergraduates, named "Team Valglobe", won the Chevron Case Challenge with a plan that reduced reliance on finite energy resources without significant increases in cost.
The New Paper, 10 October 2009 , p12  

Here's the Wikipedia of English 

Assoc Prof Anindya Datta and his students from the NUS School of Computing developed a website "Wordster", an online resource with functions such as giving the definitions of words in context. The website would be would be commercialised through a start-up company and the free online resource would be made available to the public.
The Sunday Times, 11 October 2009 , Home, p6  

Seeing human cells through engineers' eyes 

Prof Paul Matsudaira, Dept of Biological Sciences and Division of Bioengineering at NUS, highlighted interesting developments in the field of biology in Singapore.
The Sunday Times, 11 October 2009 , Think, p28  

Keep death penalty but allow leeway 

According to Prof Michael Hor, fixing the lower age at 18 did accord with the international practice among nations which still had death penalty. But these nations have varying degrees of discretion in the use of the capital option.
The Sunday Times, 11 October 2009 , Think, p29  

Academics: Economic recovery should not be taken for granted; countries need to promote economic and social reforms 

Institute of Policy Studies at NUS co-organised a conference to promote the discussion of ways to strengthen economic reforms and boost liberalisation of trade in the Asia Pacific.
Lianhe Zaobao, 11 October 2009 , Section 1, p12  

Integration 101: here's how to build ties 

Dr Leong Chan Hoon, Institute of Policy Studies, and Associate Prof Paulin Straughan, NUS Dept of Sociology, highlighted that competition for education opportunities and jobs would rise as youths grew older.
The Straits Times, 12 October 2009 , Youthink, pB3  

Go green on bills and save the trees 

With supported from NUS Enterprise, incubatee company GreenBills built a common platform called GreenPost, which would aggregate bills from different companies and allow users to view their bills through a single online portal.
The Business Times, 12 October 2009 , p12  

It'll be hard to cry foul 

According to it Mr Manu Bhaskaran, Institute of Policy Studies, the Jobs Credit scheme is imperfect and also slowed down the necessary adjustments that needed to occur in a market economy.
TODAY, 12 October 2009 , p3  

Undergraduates Produce CD to Help Children with Cleft 

A group of NUS students participated in an initiative to produce a compilation of 15 Malay songs to raise funds for children suffering from cleft, and also to promote the use of the Malay culture and language.
Berita Harian, 12 October 2009 , p3  

Virtual games made physical 

The $20 million Keio-NUS CUTE Centre, officially opened by President S R Nathan, aimed to develop interactive technology, collaborate with government agencies and companies, and also to spin-off its own start-up firms.
The Straits Times, 13 October 2009 , Home, pB5  

NUS, Keio University open $20m research centre here 

The joint research centre between NUS and Japan's Keio University aimed to connect millions of children and families through the radical use of interactive media and technologies.
The Business Times, 13 October 2009 , p12  

Singapore and Japan cooperate to develop social physical game to promote interactions between elderly and grandchildren 

The Keio-NUS Connective Ubiquitous Technology for Embodiments (CUTE) Centre unveiled the Age Invader, a novel social physical game, at its official opening.
Lianhe Zaobao, 13 October 2009 , Section 1, p9  

Ethics no longer just 'icing on a cake' for medical education 

According to Professor John Wong, Dean of NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, bigger ethical issues will have to be confronted as Singapore's biomedical expertise developed.
The Straits Times, 13 October 2009 , Home, pB5  

Soon, long-distance hugs will become a possibility 

The newly opened Keio-NUS Connective Ubiquitous Technology for Embodiments Centre unveiled several interesting inventions. The Huggy Pajama, for example, could simulate the "hugging" of its wearer and bridge the physical communication gap over long distances.
My Paper, 13 October 2009 , pA6  

Merit in a small loan programme in S'pore 

Mr Lee Yoong Yoong, Institute of Policy Studies at NUS, suggested that mircofinancing, or financial services for the poor, could be a tool that would pave the way to social independence for the poor.
The Straits Times, 13 October 2009 , Home, pB4  

Next: Remaking economy 

Assoc Prof Shandre Thangavelu, NUS Dept of Economics, said the Government could further subsidise the cost of adopting new technology, especially for smaller companies, to boost their competitiveness.
The Straits Times, 13 October 2009 , pA1 & A6  

Cheers for June end to Jobs Credit 

Assoc Prof Shandre Thangavelu, NUS Dept of Economics, commented that an extension of the Job Credit scheme would cause employers to drag their feet over productivity improvements that are sorely needed to keep up with international competition.
The Straits Times, 13 October 2009 , pA6  

Changing to remain relevant 

NUS Business School students discussed how rice and sugar trading firm Wee Tiong Pte Ltd continually reinvented its business model to remain relevant to customer needs.
The Business Times, 13 October 2009 , p13  

Drive and ambition 

NUS Business School students reviewed the factors that had contributed to the success of Star Controls Engineering Co, one of the winners of the Enterprise 50 award.
The Business Times, 13 October 2009 , p14  

There is no such thing as an Asian model of governance 

Assoc Prof Mak Yuen Teen, NUS Business School, highlighted that Singapore was similar to developed markets like the US and Australia, and the practices that worked in these countries would probably work here.
The Business Times, 13 October 2009 , p25  

What kind of "East Asian community" does China need? 

Prof Zheng Yongnian, Director of the NUS East Asian Institute, examined the benefits that the establishment of an "East Asian community" could bring to China.
Lianhe Zaobao, 13 October 2009 , Section1, p10  

Travelling on Aidilfitri 

NUS student Siti Hazirah Binte Mohamed, a Malay Studies major, shared her experience traveling in India during the Muslim celebration of Hari Raya Aidilfitri. She was on a student exchange programme in Lady Shri Ram College in New Delhi.
Berita Harian, 13 October 2009 , p10  

NUS offers top Master's course  

The NUS Business School was the first in Asia to offer the prestigious Master's degree programme in International Management under the Community of European Management Schools (CEMS) network.
The Straits Times, 14 October 2009 , Home, pB3  

Double-dip recession unlikely: MTI 

NUS students Han Yi and Zhuang Kai Quan received the Ministry of Trade Best Thesis Prize and Book Prize respectively.
The Straits Times, 14 October 2009 , Money, pB19  

6 Economics students receive MTI awards 

The Ministry of Trade (MTI) has given six Economist Service Awards to outstanding economics students from the NUS, NTU and SMU.
The Business Times, 14 October 2009 , p9  

Migration good, says Mahbubani 

Speaking at the launch of the United Nations Human Development Report (HDR) 2009, Prof Kishore Mahbubani, Dean of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, highlighted that a new global social contract on migration was needed, one that stressed migrant responsibilities and those of their home countries.
TODAY, 14 October 2009 , p14  

Efforts needed to accelerate maritime cooperation in East Asia 

Dr Yang Mu examined ways to boost maritime cooperation in East Asia in order to ensure the stable and sustainable development of the region's economy.
Lianhe Zaobao, 14 October 2009 , Section 1, p16  

Would canopies provide better safety? 

Assoc Prof Chin Hoong Chor, NUS Department of Civil Engineering, gave expert views on measures to enhance the safety of workers who are ferried on the back of pick-up trucks and lorries.
The New Paper, 14 October 2009 , p12  

'Pyjamas' helps to keep close with loved ones overseas 

President S R Nathan officially opened the Keio-NUS CUTE Centre, a $20 million facility tie-up between Japan’s Keio University and NUS.
Tamil Murasu, 14 October 2009 , p2  

S. Mohdir's Contribution Appreciated 

Well-known artist Haji Mohamed Haji Abdul donated his painting to the NUS Dept of Malay Studies.
Berita Harian, 14 October 2009 , p1  

Chairman's pay should reflect value, responsibilities, time 

According to Assoc Prof Mak Yuen Teen, NUS Corporate Governance and Financial Reporting Centre, companies should reflect on whether their chairman should be spending more time and be compensated accordingly for increased time commitment.
The Business Times, 15 October 2009 , p19  

PM's speech is a 'preview' to Budget 2010 

Assoc Prof Shandre Thagavelu, NUS Dept of Economics, believed that there were signs that the upcoming budget will target SMEs.
The Business Times, 15 October 2009 , p2  

NUS team makes cloning breakthrough 

NUS scientists had become the first to 'semi-clone' an animal by fertilising an egg with an embryonic stem cell that mimicked sperm. The world's first semi-cloned fish Holly was a four centimetre-long medaka fish.
The Straits Times, 16 October 2009 , Home, pA3 & C1  

A fish called holly 

A research team led by Assoc Professor Hong Yunhan, NUS Dept of Biological Sciences, created the world's first semi-cloned fish, Holly. This meant researchers could possibly use semi-cloning as a method to treat infertile couples.
TODAY, 16 October 2009 , pA1 & A4  

World's 1st semi-cloned fish; NUS team creates sperm-like fish cells that could treat male infertility 

NUS scientists developed a way to create sperm-like stem cells from fish, which they used to fertilise a fish egg to produce a healthy offspring. Holly, a 15-month-old medaka fish.
My Paper, 16 October 2009 , pA4  

Singapore achieves breakthrough in cloning technology in creating semi-clone fish 

A three-member research team led by Assoc Prof Hong Yunhan, Dept of Biological Sciences, created the world's first semi-cloned fish, Holly.
Lianhe Zaobao, 16 October 2009 , Section 1, p7  

NUS succeeds in producing "semi-clone" fish Holly 

Holly, the world’s first semi-cloned fish, was created by researchers from NUS Dept of Biological Sciences.
My Paper, 16 October 2009 , pB4  

Formula for S'pore to be global player in Science 

NUS Prof V.V. Krishna and Prof Seeram Ramakrishna, highlighted that Singapore had shot ahead of its Asean neighbours in science production, and it had also built up an enviable national science and technology system with world-class universities.
The Straits Times, 16 October 2009 , Review, pA23  

World's top 100 MBA programmes: Better faculty, career prospects 

NUS Business School retained its 89th spot in this year's global MBA ranking by The Economist magazine. The School was among the only four Asian institutions that had made it to the top 100.
TODAY, 16 October 2009 , p12  

7 days in the life of an undergrad on campus 

NUS Communications and New Media student Lim Sim Yee, who is also an avid video blogger, shared on her blog about how she juggled her studies, social life and her love affair with dance.
My Paper, 16 October 2009 , pA21  

Singapore may have "semi-clone" babies in the future 

A group of researchers from NUS recently succeeded in producing the world's first semi-cloned fish named Holly. The findings had important implications for reproductive medicine and technology like for treatment of male infertility.
Shin Min Daily News, 16 October 2009 , p8  

The making of Holly, a semi-cloned fish 

Created by NUS scientists using two haploid reproductive cells – one an egg cell, the other an embryonic stem cell manipulated to mimic sperm – Holly could hold promise for infertile couples much further down the road if scientists learnt how to obtain stable human haploid cells.
The Straits Times, 17 October 2009 , Science, pD10  

Is $8,000 income ceiling too low? 

According to a study conducted by Assoc Prof Fu Yuming and Assoc Prof Lum Sau Kim, NUS Dept of Real Estate, the $8,000 income ceiling distorted households' buying decisions, while buying distortion did not exist among the lower- income groups.
The Straits Times, 17 October 2009 , Review, pA35 & A36  

Are leftover flats really 'undesirable'? 

Assoc Prof Lum Sau Kim, NUS Dept of Real Estate, commented that the so-called undesirable flats should be priced at a level that would clear the market, and that price might be quite different from the suggested asking price.
The Straits Times, 17 October 2009 , pA36  

Gas water heaters can help save as much as 76% on utilities bills compared to electric heaters 

A survey conducted by Assoc Prof Lee Siew Eang, NUS School of Design and Environment, showed that gas water heaters could help households save up to 76% on utilities bills, compared to electric heaters.
Lianhe Zaobao, 17 October 2009 , Section 1, p7  

Migration does a world of good 

Prof Kishore Mabubhani, Dean of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy warned of a political and social backlash, especially towards legal migration. The danger then was that illegal migration would increase, which would lead to greater human trafficking and exploitation.
The Sunday Times, 18 October 2009 , Think, p32  

UN report: Foreign immigrants can help to create wealth for both host and home countries 

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) recently partnered the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies (ISEAS) and United Nations Association of Singapore to release the Human Development Report 2009 in Singapore.
Lianhe Zaobao, 18 October 2009 , Section 1, p10  

Flash mob: The latest publicity tool in town 

Assoc Prof Tim Bunnell, NUS Department of Geography, used flash mobs as a cultural geography class assignment. His student Shaun Lim took the theoretical exercise a step further by acting out the flash mob with his classmates and friends.
The Sunday Times, 18 October 2009 , Home, p14  

Korean Culture Festival staged at NUS centre 

Held at the University Cultural Centre, the 'Korean Culture Festival in Asean with Singapore' featured performers from both Korea and Singapore.
The Sunday Times, 18 October 2009 , Home, p12  

Should bloggers reveal ties when endorsing products? 

Asst Prof Denisa Kera, NUS Communications and New Media Programme, gave expert views on the ethics of blogging.
Lianhe Zaobao, 18 October 2009 , Section 1, p6  

Islam's growing role in Malaysian politics 

Dr Maznah Mohamad, Asia Research Institute at NUS, discussed the role of Islam in Malaysian politics.
The Straits Times, 19 October 2009 , Review, pA14  

Malaysia goes Islamic 

Dr Maznah Mohamad, Asia Research Institute at NUS, examined the role of Islam in Malaysian politics.
Lianhe Zaobao, 19 October 2009 , Section 1, p11  

NUS Business School ranked 9th in Asia 

According to the latest survey by The Economist, NUS Business School was ranked 89 globally and 9th in Asia.
The Straits Times, 19 October 2009 , Money, pB15  

NUS Business School ranked No. 89 globally 

NUS Business School retained its 89th place worldwide ranking from last year, according to The Economist magazine’s annual global full-time MBA rankings.
The Business Times, 19 October 2009 , p9  

Instant Messaging part of Singaporeans' lives 

According to Asst Prof Denisa Kera, NUS Communications and New Media Programme, Instant Messaging was becoming accepted as a tool of communication in everyday life.
My Paper, 19 October 2009 , pA2  

The Lees, the butler and a ball 

Speaking at the Kent Ridge Ministerial Forum, organised by the NUS Students' Political Association, Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew said that Singaporean youths should have the same values and attitudes that their father and grandfather had.
The Straits Times, 20 October 2009 , pA1 & A8  

IP rights, rule of law our competitive edge: MM Lee 

During the Kent Ridge Ministerial Forum, Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew said that Singapore's protection of intellectual property and rule of law would keep it ahead of China for the time being.
The Business Times, 20 October 2009 , p2  

Kent Ridge Ministerial Forum: The challenges ahead 

Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew spent an hour at the Kent Ridge Ministerial Forum organised by the NUS Political Association, where he addressed questions about Singapore's future - ranging from issues of identity to conserving the environment.
TODAY, 20 October 2009 , p2  

MM Lee: Environmental consciousness linked to level of society; Singapore environmental efforts unlikely to surpass Japan 

Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew addressed various questions at a forum organised by the NUS Students' Political Association, including the high costs of instilling environmental awareness in Singapore.
Lianhe Zaobao, 20 October 2009 , Section 1, p3  

MM Lee: Singapore needs Strong and Competent Citizens 

Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew addressed various issues ranging from global warming to the Singaporean identity at a forum organised by the NUS Political Science Student Society.
Berita Harian, 20 October 2009 , p1  

MM Lee decided not to stay at Sri Temasek after watching butler picking up ball for children 50 years ago 

Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew revealed at a forum organised by the NUS Students' Political Association that he and his wife decided not to stay at Sri Temasek fifty years ago in order for his children to learn to be self-reliant.
Lianhe Wanbao, 20 October 2009 , p8  

MM Lee: Family decided not to stay at Istana to prevent children from becoming too pampered 

Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew revealed at the Kent Ridge Ministerial Forum that he and his wife decided not to stay at the Istana fifty years ago to prevent their children from becoming too dependent on others.
Shin Min Daily News, 20 October 2009 , p6  

Executive compensation: Busting those myths 

Prof Richard D. Arvey, NUS Business School, examined the various arguments that were put forward to justify the scale of executive pay.
The Straits Times, 20 October 2009 , Review, pA17  

NUS' EMBA ranked 11th worldwide 

NUS Business School’s Asia-Pacific Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) programme moved up nine places from 20th last year. This was the highest global ranking a Singapore MBA programme had achieved.
The Business Times, 20 October 2009 , p10  

NUS EMBA ranked 11th in Financial Times ranking 

According to the Financial Times (FT) Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) 2009 rankings, the NUS Business School's Asia-Pacific EMBA programme had the best performance amongst Asian universities.
Lianhe Zaobao, 20 October 2009 , Section 1, p6  

NUS EMBA alumni paid more 

The average salary of NUS EMBA alumni three years after graduation increased to almost US$200,000 ($278,400) and the average salary increase after graduation also rose up to 73 per cent.
TODAY, 20 October 2009 , p8  

Challenges of diversification for SMEs 

Prof Kulwant Singh and Assoc Prof Ishtiaq Pasha Mahmood, NUS Business School, highlighted that SMEs should focus on what they did best and excel at their business instead of diversifying.
The Business Times, 20 October 2009 , p13  

How Kenyon keeps going from strength to strength 

NUS Business School students examined the reasons behind the growth and success of Kenyon Engineering, a four-time winner of the Enterprise 50 Award.
The Business Times, 20 October 2009 , p14  

Give them the tools and they'll finish the job 

NUS Business School students traced how vertical integration and astute investment in R&D gave Taipei Industries a leg up the value chain and a crucial advantage over competitors.
The Business Times, 20 October 2009 , p14  

Go online to search for nearest automated external defibrillator 

A total of 41 automated external defibrillators (AEDs) were found in various locations in NUS, including faculties, hostels and libraries, with some of these locations having more than one AED.
Lianhe Zaobao, 20 October 2009 , Section 1, p6  

China's democratisation timetable 

Dr Bo Zhiyue, East Asia Institute at NUS, looked at the pace of China's democratisation process.
Lianhe Zaobao, 20 October 2009 , Section 2, p16  

Taking a new look at Hatoyama and the East Asian community 

Dr Yang Lijun, East Asia Institute at NUS, gave expert views about the East Asian Community concept proposed by Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama.
Lianhe Zaobao, 20 October 2009 , Section 2, p17  

Time to update governance practices 

According to Assoc Prof Mak Yuen Teen, NUS Business School, corporate governance failures were the result of failures in various gatekeepers, with one of them being independent directors.
The Business Times, 20 October 2009 , p8  

The gap between communities cannot be ignored: Minister Mentor Lee 

Speaking at the Kent Ridge Ministerial Forum, Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew highlighted that for Singapore to prosper, youths should have the same values and attitudes that their forefathers possessed.
Tamil Murasu, 21 October 2009 , p3  

High-tech intimacy 

A device invented by the Keio-NUS Connective Ubiquitous Technology for Embodiments (CUTE) Centre would let people give virtual hugs, helped bring people closer virtually.
The Straits Times, 21 October 2009 , Digital Life, p2  

Where are the "boundaries" for China's state-own companies? 

Prof Zheng Yongnian, Director of the East Asian Institute at NUS, stressed the importance of establishing a regulatory framework for China's state-owned companies so as to limit their impact on the market.
Lianhe Zaobao, 21 October 2009 , Section 1, p17  

Furniture manufacturers see the light 

Mr Patrick Chia, Design Incubation Centre at NUS, believed Singapore could be the next Milan but it would have to create something special first.
The Business Times, 21 October 2009 , p23  

Volunteer tells of woman blinded by her partner 

Asst Prof Sudha Nair, NUS Dept of Social Work, was one of the five recipients of the Family Violence Dialogue Group Appreciation Award. Dr Nair had, over a span of nearly 10 years, helped a woman put behind an abusive relationship.
The Straits Times, 22 October 2009 , pA3  

Dutch PM here on three-day visit 

Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dr Jan Peter Balkenende would be visiting the Centre for Aquatic Science Research during his three-day official visit to Singapore.
The Straits Times, 22 October 2009 , Home, pB2  

Dutch PM to be in Singapore for visit today 

Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dr Jan Peter Balkenende, would visit the site of the Centre for Aquatic Science Research. This facility is jointly funded by the Environment and Water Industry Development Council, NUS and PUB.
Lianhe Zaobao, 22 October 2009 , Section 1, p18  

NUS team develops mini ECG device 

A team of five NUS researchers from the Dept of Electrical and Computer Engineering had developed an electrocardiogram chip that could be embedded into a T-shirt to monitor patients who had recently undergone heart surgery and patients with irregular heartbeats.
The Straits Times, 22 October 2009 , Home, pB8  

Sailing the corporate seas 

NUS Business School students concluded that Viking Airtech had become a leader in the Asian HVACR market by focusing on customers and providing a holistic suite of products.
The Business Times, 22 October 2009 , p10  

Temasek research fellowship 

The Ministry of Defence signed a Memorandum of Understanding with NUS to establish the Temasek Research Fellowship, which provided outstanding researchers the opportunity to undertake defence technology research at NUS.
The Straits Times (Online), 22 October 2009  

Report Book on Asian Universities 

NUS had remained at 30th spot in the World University Rankings and 4th in Asia.
Berita Harian, 22 October 2009 , p8  

Need leaders with a long term vision - Minister Mentor 

Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew responded to nine questions from students during the Kent Ridge Ministerial Forum organised by NUS students. He emphasised that for Singapore to prosper in the next 50 years, the country would need leaders with a long term vision.
Tamil Murasu, 22 October 2009 , p4  

Singapore conserving biodiversity well: Expert 

According to Prof Peter Ng, Raffles Museum for Biodiversity Research at NUS, areas for further exploration included improving existing ecosystems, whether Singapore should re-introduce locally extinct species and how to further promote biodiversity conservation in schools.
My Paper, 22 October 2009 , pA7  

Road to be named after Winsemius 

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced that the Albert Winsemius Lane, named in honour of the contributions of the late Dutch economist, would lead to the Centre for Aquatic Science Research. The facility was a tie-up between NUS, PUB and Deltares.
The Straits Times, 23 October 2009 , pA8  

Singapore –Holland collaboration on water research 

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced that a road leading to the Centre for Aquatic Science Research near Sungei Ulu Pandan would be named after the late Dutch economist, Dr Albert Winsemius.
Tamil Murasu, 23 October 2009 , p2  

Upsurge in firms using Newater 

According to Prof Seetharam Kallidaikurichi, Director of the Institute of Water Policy at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, the perception of Newater and its value to society had evolved and it would become a firm component of the business cycle here.
The Straits Times, 23 October 2009 , pA14  

SGX boss' idea not too well-received 

Assoc Prof Mak Yuen Teen, NUS Business School, commented that dual-class shares, an idea proposed by Singapore Exchange Chief Executive Mr Hsieh Fu Hua, was generally considered bad corporate governance.
The Business Times, 23 October 2009 , pB1  

Human rights struggle 

Mr Ong Keng Yong, Director of the Institute of Policy Studies at NUS, gave expert views on the aims and activities of the Asean Inter-governmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR).
The Straits Times, 23 October 2009 , Review, pA36  

"Two-face" master's degree holder abuses wife at home 

Asst Prof Sudha Nair, NUS Department of Social Work, said the actions by adults could have emotional impact on the children even if they had not suffered any physical abuse.
Lianhe Wanbao, 23 October 2009 , p10  

Our "building" is built on a narrow and deep foundation 

Speaking at the Kent Ridge Ministerial Forum organised by NUS students, Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew likened Singapore to a 'building' that was built on a narrow and deep foundation, and it would not collapse easily under strong winds.
Lianhe Wanbao, 23 October 2009 , p16  

Group donates money and skills 

Dr Gillian Koh, Institute of Policy Studies at NUS, and nine other prominent individuals formed the Social Venture Partners Singapore to help charities and social enterprises improve their capabilities by providing funds, expertise and contacts.
The Straits Times, 24 October 2009 , Home, pB9  

Clean water venture 

The Centre for Aquatic Science Research is the first research centre for the Singapore-Delft Water Alliance, which was set up in 2007 by NUS, PUB and Dutch water research company Deltares.
The Straits Times, 24 October 2009 , Science, pD10  

Cities can be the death of plants: Study 

Prof Richard Corlett, NUS Dept of Biological Sciences, was a member of an international team of botanists that carried out the first large-scale analysis of how cities could drive plants to extinction.
The Straits Times, 24 October 2009 , Science, pD11  

Enhancing mobility for the blind 

Maimunah Nokman, a first-year NUS undergraduate majoring in Japanese Studies, won an award at the Lien i3 Challenge for developing a smart cane called the 'Intelligent Walking Aid' for the blind.
The Straits Times, 24 October 2009 , Special Report, D4  

Pooling small donations to help needy kids 

Jens Theng, final-year economics student at NUS, co-founded Mira – a portal where individuals can log on to make donations to an online scholarship fund for needy children – with two other partners. Mira was one of the winners of the Lien i3 Challenge.
The Straits Times, 24 October 2009 , Special Report, pD5  

Book launch 

NUS, National Parks Board and the Building and Construction Authority would be launching a book on vertical gardening titled, "Vertical Greening for the Tropics" which showcases successful examples of vertical gardens in Singapore.
The Straits Times, 24 October 2009 , Life!, pE10  

US pay surgery may lead to rethink here 

According to Prof Richard Arvey, NUS Business School, the move sent a powerful message to companies that huge financial packages are excessive and disrespectful.
The Business Times, 24 October 2009 , p4  

Uncovering mouth cancer 

Assistant Prof Victor Fan, NUS Faculty of Dentistry, explained that early detection of oral cancer could mean an 80 to 90 per cent chance of survival.
The Business Times, 24 October 2009 , pL15  

Seeing red over black 

Assoc Prof Vineeta Sinha, NUS Dept of Sociology, explained that black was associated with the goddess kali, but despite this association with divinity, the color was not viewed as an auspicious colour and was avoided on festive occasions.
The Sunday Times, 25 October 2009 , Hot, p5  

Science faculty adds to Singapore's success 

Speaking at the NUS Faculty of Science 80th Anniversary Dinner, Chairman of the National Research Foundation Dr Tony Tan, who was an NUS alumnus, noted that the Faculty was amongst the leading agencies preparing students to engage in research and development.
The Sunday Times, 25 October 2009 , Home, p11  

National Research Foundation Chairman Tony Tan: Singapore's science and mathematics education must keep up with the times 

Dr Tony Tan presented awards to 17 outstanding alumni of NUS Faculty of Science, who, through their careers and contributions to society, had brought prestige and pride to University.
Lianhe Zaobao, 25 October 2009 , Section 1, p10  

Tax list: S'pore has to be whiter than white 

Adjunct Assoc Prof Simon Poh, NUS Business School, noted that Singapore was poised to enter a tax "white" list, allowing it to implement an internationally agreed standard for the exchange of information on tax matters.
The Sunday Times, 25 October 2009 , Think, p32  

Mendaki award for student once 'abandoned' at the staircase 

Irmasusanti Togiman, a First-Class Honours graduate in Malay Studies from NUS, received the Mendaki Merit Award for her thesis on P. Ramlee's films.
Berita Harian, 25 October 2009 , p1  

Women who eat tofu everyday less likely to experience hip fractures 

A survey conducted by a team led by Associate Prof Koh Woon Puay, NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, had found that women who ate 50g of tofu everyday were less likely to experience hip fractures.
Shin Min Daily News, 25 October 2009 , p8  

The cool romantic 

Assoc Prof Paulin Tay-Straughan, NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and Nominated Member of Parliament, and her husband Dr Robert Straughan, shared their views on balancing family life with work responsibilities.
The Straits Times, 26 October 2009 , Life!, pC4  

A tough balancing act 

Assoc Prof Tan Ern Ser and Assoc Prof Paulin Straughan from the NUS Dept of Sociology gave expert views on challenges that working mothers faced.
TODAY, 26 October 2009 , p4  

Explore Lives of the Poor in China 

Students from the NUS Muslim Society participated in a Youth Expedition Project to China where they visited villages to teach children English, educate the locals on proper sanitation and carry out community service.
Berita Harian, 26 October 2009 , p10  

'Zero energy' building launched 

The Building and Construction Authority joined forces with NUS, the Solar Energy Research Institute of Singapore and private partners to convert an old three-storey workshop into Singapore's first building that could produce as much power as it used.
The Straits Times, 27 October 2009 , pA5 & B2  

Zero Energy Building a milestone in Singapore's architecture history 

The building was a flagship project under the the Building and Construction Authority in cooperation with NUS and the Ministry of Education.
Lianhe Zaobao, 27 October 2009 , Section 1, p4  

Towards 'Zero Energy'; retrofitted building shows how green technologies cut power usage 

The environmentally friendly structure was jointly developed by the Building and Construction Authority, NUS, Solar Energy Research Institute of Singapore and three private firms.
My Paper, 27 October 2009 , pA2  

No electricity bills for Zero Energy Building 

The $13-million project, jointly developed by the Building and Construction Authority, NUS and the Ministry of Education, featured green technologies that could increase energy efficiency by 40 to 50 per cent.
My Paper, 27 October 2009 , pB4  

Redesigning a new silver workplace 

Prof Michael Frese, NUS Business School, noted that job scopes should be redesigned to allow more flexibility for experienced workers to make decisions.
The Straits Times, 27 October 2009 , Review, pA15  

Lightning activity at its peak now 

Prof Liew Ah Choy, NUS Dept of Electrical and Computer Engineering, explained that the Met Services gathered data on lightning activity in two ways, both of which involved the use of radar. However, neither system was foolproof.
The Straits Times, 27 October 2009 , Home, pB4  

Club to review safety rules 

According to Prof Liew Ah Choy, NUS Dept of Electrical and Computer Engineering, the warning system that most golf clubs had put in place was sufficient.
The New Paper, 27 October 2009 , p12  

The people philosophy 

NUS Business School students concluded that the secret to the success of Teambuild Construction, a five-time winner of the Enterprise 50 Award, was in recruiting and retaining the right talent.
The Business Times, 27 October 2009 , p13  

Corporate governance and performance 

Assoc Prof Mak Yuen Teen, NUS Business School, noted that good corporate governance was about doing the right thing rather than doing things right solely for short-term financial gain.
The Business Times, 27 October 2009 , p23  

Uneasy riders 

According to Assoc Prof Anthony Chin, NUS Dept of Economics, a recent study conducted by his students had found that 35 per cent of drivers were willing to switch to public transport only if bus arrival were more reliable.
TODAY, 27 October 2009 , p1 & p4  

How China can deal with the rise of new international power blocs 

Prof Zheng Yongnian, Director of East Asian Institute at NUS, examined China's role in maintaining the "openness" of the global system.
Lianhe Zaobao, 27 October 2009 , Section 1, p9  

NUS to ramp up Asian focus 

NUS President Prof Tan Chorh Chuan outlined his vision for NUS to position itself as the premier centre for research and knowledge on Asia.
The Straits Times, 31 October 2009 , Home, pB4  

NUS unveils three-pronged strategy 

To position NUS as a significant player in a rising Asia, NUS President Prof Tan Chorh Chuan said that the university needed to intensify its research efforts, become more nimble and extend its global reach.
The Business Times, 31 October 2009 , p15  

NUS gears up to take on the world 

According to NUS President Prof Tan Chorh Chuan, the NUS Global-Asia Institute, which was set up in September, would be launching an initial $1 million grant call in November to get NUS researchers to submit proposals.
TODAY, 31 October 2009 , p10  

NUS to shape itself as a pre-eminent knowledge centre on Asia 

NUS President Prof Tan Chorh Chuan announced the setting up of a super-cluster comprising five research clusters, to encourage integrative research on issues relevant to Asia, such as sustainable urbanisation and ageing.
Lianhe Zaobao, 31 October 2009 , Section 1, p7  
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