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Sam Yam is a Professor and Head of the Management & Organisation Department at the National University of Singapore's (NUS) Business School. He holds the Jardine Cycle & Carriage Professorship and serves as Associate Dean. His research spans strategy, organisational behaviour, applied psychology, ethics, and human-technology interaction. Yam has contributed to over 125 publications, focusing on AI ethics, workplace dynamics, and cross-cultural management. He explores topics like robot replacement effects, abusive supervision, and financial anxiety's intergenerational impacts. His work bridges psychology, ethics, and organisational theory, addressing contemporary challenges in automation, leadership, and human-AI collaboration. Appointments: Head of Management & Organisation (2022–present), Joint Appointment in Arts & Social Sciences (2023–present). Key Research Themes: Future of work, human-technology interaction, ethical leadership, and Machiavellian dynamics. Notable Contributions: Multimodal ADHD diagnostics, leader biases toward robot-using employees, and cultural impacts on team performance. Yam’s interdisciplinary approach integrates psychology, technology, and management, addressing societal issues like AI ethics and workplace automation. His research frequently appears in top journals like the Journal of Management and Annual Review of Organizational Psychology .

• Strategy
• Management
• Organisational Behaviour
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Associate Professor Quek Su Ying is affiliated with the Department of Physics at the National University of Singapore (NUS) and serves as Assistant Dean (Special Duties). Her research focuses on theoretical and computational approaches to understanding the electronic, vibrational, and transport properties of emerging materials, particularly 2D and organic systems. Affiliations : Institute of High Performance Computing, Centre for Advanced 2D Materials, NUS Research Interests : First principles calculations (mean field and many-electron perturbation theory), interface science, electronic energy level alignment, and transport in emerging materials. Her work includes studies of exciton condensation, quantum emitters, and valleytronic control via magnetic fields. Article Trends : Recent publications highlight investigations into 2D materials, organic-inorganic interfaces, and quantum phenomena. Topics include exciton dynamics, defect engineering, charge density waves, and spin-dependent transport, employing advanced ab initio methods like GW theory. Scientific Awards : Singapore NRF Fellowship Advising & Collaborations : Her group develops state-of-the-art computational methods and collaborates with experimental teams. Notable affiliations include Google Scholar Profile and partnerships with institutions like the Institute of High Performance Computing. Labs & Teams : Associated with the Centre for Advanced 2D Materials at NUS, which supports interdisciplinary research on graphene and related 2D systems. Her work bridges theoretical modeling and experimental validation.

• Materials Science
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Theoretical Physics
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Dr Francis Maravillas is a Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader of the BA (Hons) Art Histories and Curatorial Practices: Asia and the World at LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore. His academic work bridges art historical research, curatorial practice, and interdisciplinary teaching with a focus on contemporary Asian art contexts. His educational background includes a PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences from the University of Technology Sydney and a First Class Honours BA in Politics from Macquarie University, Australia. Maravillas' research centers on modern and contemporary Asian art, with particular expertise in curatorial practices, exhibition histories, and socially engaged/performatory art forms. His current projects investigate the aesthetics and politics of food in contemporary Asian art, examining how food functions in performance, installation, and community-based practices within post-colonial and global contexts. This research explores intersections between alimentary practices, political economies of survival, and post-colonial histories across Asia. His publication record reveals consistent engagement with Southeast Asian contemporary art worlds, food-art practices, and diasporic visual cultures. Key projects include the co-edited World Art special issue on Southeast Asian art publics (2020) and the forthcoming Routledge anthology 'Tastes of Justice' (2025), which examines food, art, and justice politics in Asian-Australian contexts. Maravillas has secured significant research funding including a SGD 20,000 LASALLE College of the Arts grant for 'Tastes of Justice' (2024) and an AUD 49,526 Creative Australia grant for related art, performance, and symposia activities in Sydney and Singapore (2024). He actively collaborates internationally through co-curated exhibitions like 'Bruised Food: A Living Laboratory' (2019) and the symposium 'Shifting Grounds, New Horizons' (2022), demonstrating commitment to building transnational networks in contemporary Southeast Asian art.

• Contemporary Asian Art
• Curatorial Practices
• Exhibition Histories
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Dr. Wang Ruobing is a Lecturer in Fine Arts at LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore. She is also an accomplished artist, educator, and independent curator. As co-founder of Comma Space (逗号空间), an artist-run experimental platform, she creates 'thinking spaces between commas.' Previously, she worked as a curator at the National Gallery Singapore before joining LASALLE. Dr. Wang holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Fine Art from Oxford University, UK; a Master of Arts from School of Oriental and African Studies and King's College London, University of London, UK; a Bachelor of Arts from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia; and a Diploma of Arts from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore. Dr. Wang is deeply committed to exploring new ways of seeing and methods of knowledge production through her interdisciplinary artistic practice. Her work spans drawing, photography, sculpture, kinetic art, and installation, addressing critical environmental issues and engaging with transcultural discourses on identity and hybridity. With a particular focus on contemporary art in China and Southeast Asia, her research examines how artistic practices navigate cultural boundaries and create new forms of expression that reflect the complexities of our globalized world. She has presented her work at prestigious venues including National Gallery Singapore (2023), Yuan Contemporary Art Museum in Chongqing, China (2019), and Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay in Singapore (multiple exhibitions from 2004-2021). Dr. Wang's artistic trajectory shows a consistent evolution from individual identity explorations to broader environmental concerns. Recent works like 'Over the Horizon,' 'Beneath Tide, Running Water,' and 'Rainforest of the Sea' use marine debris to create kinetic sculptures that comment on ecological issues while maintaining aesthetic integrity. Her publications in Journal of Contemporary Chinese Art and Yishu demonstrate scholarly engagement with regional cultural development and cross-cultural artistic exchange. Dr. Wang has curated numerous significant exhibitions including 'Sites and Nature: A Collection of Remembering' (2023), 'Artist Conference' (2023), and 'Inbetween' (2021-2022). Her scholarly writings have appeared in respected publications such as the Journal of Contemporary Chinese Art (JCCA) and Yishu: Journal of Contemporary Chinese Art. Dr. Wang co-founded Comma Space (逗号空间), an artist-run experimental platform that serves as a laboratory for artistic experimentation and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Through this initiative and her teaching at LASALLE, she has created opportunities for emerging artists to develop their practices while engaging with critical social and environmental issues across Singapore and the broader Southeast Asian region.

• Contemporary Art
• Environmental Art
• Transcultural Discourses
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Dr. Adelyn Lim serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the National University of Singapore's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. She also holds the position of Research Associate at the Centre for Family and Population Research and serves on the editorial board of Women's Studies International Forum. Recent appointments include Assistant Dean (since July 2023) and Deputy Head of Sociology and Anthropology (effective January 2025). Her educational background includes a PhD in Anthropology from the Australian National University (2010) and a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Hong Kong's School of Modern Languages and Cultures (2011-2012). Dr. Lim is an anthropologist and ethnographer specializing in gender and sexuality, with particular focus on cultures of fatherhood, reproductive health, and intersectional and transnational feminisms. Her research examines how gender dynamics intersect with state policies, cultural traditions, and social movements in Asian contexts, particularly Singapore and Hong Kong. She employs critical feminist frameworks to analyze how patriarchal structures persist despite apparent advances in gender equality. Her publication record shows a clear trajectory examining gender relations in Asian societies, with increasing focus on Confucian masculinity and state policies affecting gender roles. Recent work analyzes Singaporean parenting advice to fathers, police work gender dynamics, and 'Asian values' in gender politics, demonstrating how gender essentialism and heteronormativity persist despite progressive rhetoric. Earlier research focused on transnational feminist organizing in Hong Kong, particularly around domestic workers' and sex workers' rights. Dr. Lim teaches courses on Singapore Society, Gender Studies, Sexuality in Comparative Perspective, Social Movements and Collective Action, and co-teaches an interdisciplinary course on Nature and Nurture: Rethinking Sex and Gender with Professor Antonia Monteiro from the Department of Biological Sciences. Her teaching reflects her research interests in gender, sexuality, and social movements, with particular attention to Asian contexts.

• Gender studies
• Sociology
• Anthropology
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Lohsnah Jeevanandam is a Senior Lecturer at the National University of Singapore, serving as Director of the Clinical Programme and Graduate Clinical Admissions Coordinator. Education: Doctor of Clinical Psychology (D.Clin.Psych) from the University of Queensland Bachelor of Arts with Honors (BA Hons) from the University of Sydney Her research specializes in developmental disabilities, dual diagnosis, behavioral modification, and parenting programmes. She has published on Singapore-specific applications including sexuality development in intellectual disability contexts, ethical frameworks for psychological practice, and PERMA model applications in organizational settings. Her 2021 publications demonstrate interdisciplinary integration of clinical psychology with positive psychology and ethics, emphasizing culturally relevant approaches in Singaporean contexts and human resources applications.

• developmental disabilities
• dual diagnosis
• behavioral modification
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Dr. Gan Sheuo Hui serves as Lecturer in Animation at LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore, with extensive international engagement through visiting positions at National University of Singapore (NUS), Kyoto Seika University, and the Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures. Her academic profile bridges Japanese animation scholarship with Southeast Asian cultural contexts through fieldwork-driven research. Her educational qualifications include: PhD in Human and Environmental Studies from Kyoto University, Japan Master of Communication (Screen Studies) from University of Science Malaysia Bachelor of Communication (Film Studies) from University of Science Malaysia Dr. Gan's research examines Japanese anime, manga, and popular culture through lenses of authorship, censorship, and cultural hybridity, with particular focus on transnational adaptations in Southeast Asia. She integrates theoretical frameworks with empirical fieldwork involving creators, curators, and fans across Asia and the West, emphasizing practical production aspects alongside critical analysis. Her interdisciplinary approach connects film studies, media theory, and cultural anthropology. Her scholarly trajectory reveals consistent exploration of animation aesthetics (especially limited/selective animation), historical evolution of Japanese animation, and hybrid cultural forms in Southeast Asia. Key thematic threads include re-evaluating animation techniques beyond Western paradigms, analyzing global anime circulation, and documenting local adaptations of manga in Malaysia. This body of work demonstrates strong methodological integration of archival research, industry analysis, and ethnographic observation. Scientific recognition includes: Two-year Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Grant for postdoctoral research on Japanese anime history Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures Fellowship Dr. Gan has secured competitive research funding including the JSPS grant, and maintains active international collaboration through invited lectures at institutions like Sorbonne, Tokyo University, and Keio University across 20+ countries. Her teaching innovations include NUS modules incorporating Japan-based field studies, reflecting her commitment to experiential learning in Japanese visual culture. While specific student advising isn't detailed, her pedagogy emphasizes creator-fan industry ecosystems. Her research network spans the Archive Center for Anime Studies (Niigata University), Kyoto Seika University's Manga Department, and global symposia, facilitating cross-institutional knowledge exchange on animation history and contemporary media practices.

• Japanese Anime
• Manga Studies
• Animation Aesthetics
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Yi-Chen Wang is an Associate Professor and Vice-Dean in the Department of Geography at the National University of Singapore, with a visiting position at Taipei Medical University. She holds a PhD in Geography from the University at Buffalo and researches spatial health, neglected tropical diseases, and land use change. Research integrates geospatial technologies to examine relationships between environmental factors and infectious diseases. Current projects investigate liver fluke transmission dynamics in Thailand's Mekong Region and COVID-19 vulnerability in urban Singapore. Work emphasizes human-environment interactions, landscape ecology, and socio-ecological determinants of disease risk. Publications focus on spatial epidemiology, urban health vulnerabilities, and cultural-environmental interactions. Research employs network analysis, GIS mapping, and field surveys to address public health challenges in Southeast Asia. Teaches courses in cartography, geovisualization, environmental modeling, and research methods. Developed GIS minor and master's programs at NUS. Conducts workshops on health GIS applications internationally.

• Spatial Health
• Neglected Tropical Diseases
• Landscape Ecology
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Dr. Margaret Tan is a Senior Lecturer and Director of Programmes at Tembusu College, National University of Singapore. She oversees major initiatives including the Tembusu Forum, Master’s Tea, Formal Dinners, and interdisciplinary workshops. As Co-director of the NUS Art/Science Residency Programme, she bridges creative and scientific inquiry. Her research focuses on the societal impacts of technology, particularly pervasive computing and Singapore's 'Intelligent Nation 2015' initiative. Education: PhD (Communications & New Media, NUS), MA (Interactive Media & Critical Theory, Goldsmiths, University of London), BFA (RMIT/Lasalle College of the Arts). Research Interests: Interdisciplinary studies at the intersection of art, science, technology, and culture. Explores feminist perspectives on digital media, urban spaces, and educational innovation. Advocates for transformative pedagogies encouraging critical thinking and multiple viewpoints. Awards: AY16/17 Residential Colleges Teaching Excellence Award (Tembusu College) Program Leadership: Designs innovative educational programs both within and beyond traditional classrooms. Co-leads arts-science collaborations and oversees college-wide cultural initiatives. Labs/Teams: NUS Art/Science Residency Programme, Tembusu College Events Committee.

• Science, Technology and Society (STS)
• Art and Science Interdisciplinary Studies
• Educational Innovation
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Veronica Ranner is an Assistant Professor at the School of Art, Design and Media at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. She holds a German Diplom in Industrial Design from Pforzheim University and an MA in Design Interactions from the Royal College of Art (RCA), where she is currently pursuing an AHRC-funded PhD. Her research focuses on bio-design, bio-fabrication, and transdisciplinary approaches at the intersection of design, science, and society. Education: German Diplom in Industrial Design, Pforzheim University MA Design Interactions, Royal College of Art PhD Candidate, Royal College of Art (AHRC-funded) Her work explores critical bio-design and emerging technologies through platforms like Polyphonic Futures (est. 2014) and Design — Research — Making (est. 2017). These initiatives foster collaboration between experts, publics, and institutions. Her research has been exhibited globally, including at the Victoria and Albert Museum, Design Museum Gent, and the Futurium in Berlin. Recent articles and projects highlight themes such as bio-fabrication, speculative design, and the societal impacts of biotechnologies. She has contributed to grants like the Teaching with Material Objects initiative and joined the NTU Singapore Centre for 3D Printing (SC3DP) as an associated faculty in 2023. Her work emphasizes ethical and participatory approaches to design science, addressing topics like organ crafting, biomaterials, and the futures of human-technology interactions.

• Bio-design
• Bio-fabrication
• Emerging Technologies
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Dr. Venka Purushothaman is a distinguished academic, art writer, and cultural leader currently serving as Deputy President & Provost at LASALLE College of the Arts. His work focuses on practice-led arts education, cultural policy, and cross-cultural design, with a strong emphasis on Southeast Asian contexts. He earned a PhD in Cultural Policy & Asian Cultural Studies from the University of Melbourne, an MA in Shakespeare & Postcolonial Studies from York University, Toronto, and a BA Hons in English Literature & Mass Communication from York University. Research Interests: Cultural policy, contemporary art in South/Southeast Asia, festival cultures, arts higher education reform, and transnational cultural networks. Publications: Authored award-winning monographs on cultural policy and art, including The Art of Sukumar Bose (2013) and Making Visible the Invisible (2007). Scientific Awards & Fellowships: Friend of MCCY Award (2013) ICAS Best Art Book Accolade (2015) University Fellow, Musashino Art University (2017–present) McNally Fellow, LASALLE/Ireland Fund (2017–2019) Fellow, Royal Society of the Arts (2010–present)

• Cultural Policy
• Arts Leadership
• Contemporary Art in South and Southeast Asia
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Dr Pow Jun Kai serves as Lecturer in Arts Management at LASALLE College of the Arts, bringing expertise from his PhD in Historical Musicology and MA in Critical Methodologies (both from King's College London), alongside a BA in Music from the University of Birmingham. His educational background includes: PhD in Historical Musicology, King's College, London MA (Distinction) in Critical Methodologies, King’s College, London BA (Hons) Music, University of Birmingham Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Human Capital Management, Singapore Human Resources Institute Dr Pow's research centers on digital humanities and cultural history, with particular emphasis on gender dynamics, media representations, and sustainability within modern Malayan and Indonesian cultures—including diaspora communities across Europe and the Caribbean. His interdisciplinary work bridges literary, visual, and performing arts with human resource management perspectives to examine cultural preservation. His scholarly contributions include editing the special issue "Rethinking Schoenberg" for the European Journal of Musicology and co-editing "Queer Singapore" (Hong Kong University Press) and "Singapore Soundscape" (National Library Board), with additional publications appearing in South East Asia Research, Trans Asia Photography, and TSQ: Transgender Studies Quarterly. Research recognition includes: Research Fellowship from Uppsala University Research Fellowship from Leiden University Research Fellowship from National Heritage Board Research Fellowship from National Library Board Prior to LASALLE, Dr Pow held lectureships at Singapore Institute of Technology, Singapore Institute of Management, Glasgow School of the Arts, and University of Liverpool. His professional practice extends to arts management through initiatives like Ceramics Conversations and Composer of the Month, where he leverages digital tools to enhance creative engagement across music, dance, and visual arts collaborations.

• Gender Studies
• Media Culture
• Cultural Sustainability
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Dr. Alastair Gornall is an Associate Professor in History and Religion at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) and Associate Head of HASS (Research & Faculty Affairs). He is also a Research Associate in the Department of Languages and Cultures of South Asia at SOAS, University of London. His research focuses on the intellectual and cultural history of Buddhism in South and Southeast Asia, with a particular emphasis on Pali literature and monastic reform. Education: PhD in South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge (2013) MA in Study of Religions, SOAS, University of London (2009, Distinction) BA in Study of Religions, SOAS, University of London (2008, 1st Class Hons.) Research Interests: Intellectual and cultural history of Buddhism Medieval Pali literary theory Monastic reform movements in Sri Lanka South and Southeast Asian religious studies His work bridges historical analysis, textual criticism, and digital humanities. He co-leads SUTD’s digital humanities minor program, integrating computational methods into humanities education. Awards & Grants: Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Research Fellowship (2018) SUTD Pedagogy Research Grant (2014) Rapson Scholarship, University of Cambridge (2009–2012) Advising & Grants: Active in mentoring students in Buddhist studies and digital humanities Recipient of grants supporting research into Pali literature and monastic history Labs/Teams: Leads the digital humanities initiative at SUTD, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between computer scientists and humanities scholars.

• Intellectual History
• Cultural History
• Buddhism
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Dr. Ronald P.M.H. Lay is a Programme Leader for the MA Art Therapy programme at LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore. He holds a Doctor of Education from The University of Western Australia, an MA in Art Therapy from Concordia University, and dual BAs in Fine Arts (University of Guelph) and Psychology (Wilfred Laurier University). His career bridges clinical practice and academia, with a focus on forensic art therapy and postgraduate training in Asia. He has received prestigious awards, including the Sustained Superior Accomplishment Award from the California State Legislature, and is a board-certified, internationally recognized art therapist. Dr. Lay’s research emphasizes experiential learning in art therapy education and its application in Asian contexts. His work spans clinical supervision, professional development, and humanitarian projects, including community art collaborations in Southeast Asia and Africa. He actively contributes to academic journals, serves on editorial boards (e.g., International Journal of Art Therapy ), and delivers keynote addresses globally. Education: Doctor of Education, The University of Western Australia MA (Art Therapy), Concordia University BA (Fine Arts), University of Guelph BA (Psychology), Wilfred Laurier University Awards: Sustained Superior Accomplishment Award (2009, 2002) Goldsmiths-LASALLE Partnership Innovation Fund (2018) Inaugural Honorary Fellow, ATAS (2023–2027) His publications and presentations address art therapy’s role in mental health, ethics, and disaster response. He leads initiatives like the MA Art Therapy Summer Art, Culture & Mental Health Experience and the Bridge Arts & Medicine Community Project , fostering global connections in art therapy education and practice.

• Art Therapy
• Mental Health
• Forensic Therapy
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Geunyong Park is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Strategy and Policy at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Business School. His research focuses on technological change, labour economics, public economics, and applied microeconomics. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Rochester and prior degrees from Yonsei University. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Applied Statistics, Yonsei University (2010–2014) Master of Arts in Economics, Yonsei University (2016–2018) PhD in Economics, University of Rochester (2018–2023) Research Interests: Park investigates how technological advancements and public policies influence labour markets and societal outcomes. His work addresses topics such as opioid crisis impacts, high-tech industrial policies, and racial inequality. Publication Trends: His recent articles analyze opioid crisis effects on firms and work locations, high-tech clusters' inequality implications, and public service selection dynamics through school board elections. These studies highlight interdisciplinary approaches linking economics to policy and societal challenges. Awards/Grants: No awards explicitly mentioned, though his research aligns with competitive grant areas in economics and public policy. Labs/Teams: No specific lab affiliations mentioned, but collaborations with co-authors like Lisa B. Kahn and researchers from Yonsei University and University of Rochester are evident.

• Technological Change
• Labour Economics
• Public Economics
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