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Dr. Kim Jeong Won is a Senior Research Fellow at the Energy Studies Institute (ESI), National University of Singapore, where she has been since March 2019. She holds a PhD in Energy and Environmental Policy from Korea University's Green School, an MPA from Korea University, and a MPP from the Harris School of Public Policy Studies, University of Chicago. Her research focuses on renewable energy and climate change policy, policy diffusion among governments, and quantitative policy evaluation methods. Dr. Kim has extensive experience in policy analysis and project management, including roles at the Korea Environment Institute (KEI), UNWTO ST-EP Foundation, and Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI). Her work emphasizes vertical and horizontal policy diffusion mechanisms, particularly in energy and climate sectors. She specializes in analyzing policy instrument combinations and designing evaluation frameworks for development projects. Her publications explore urban climate adaptation strategies in South Korea, renewable energy investment requirements for developing countries, and comparative analyses of energy storage systems competitiveness. She has contributed to policy reports for South Korean governments and international organizations, focusing on sustainable energy transitions and green growth frameworks. Dr. Kim's research bridges academic rigor with practical policy implementation, emphasizing quantitative methodologies to assess policy effectiveness. She actively participates in international development projects and contributes to global discussions on climate finance and energy policy design.

• Renewable Energy Policy
• Climate Change Policy
• Policy Diffusion Among Governments
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Assoc Prof Ng Teng Yong is an Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (NTU), specializing in numerical modeling and simulation. With a background as Research Manager at A*STAR Institute of High Performance Computing, his work spans materials science, nanotechnology, and aerospace engineering. Current focus on graphene-based desalination membranes Expertise in molecular dynamics simulations Investigates nanoscale fluid mechanics and structural dynamics Recent publications highlight advancements in energy-efficient electrodialysis, smart robotics, and nonlinear vibration analysis. His interdisciplinary approach integrates computational methods with experimental validation in additive manufacturing and soft material mechanics.

• Numerical Modeling
• Computational Simulation
• Materials Science
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Roles and Affiliations: Tien Foo Sing is the Provost's Chair Professor in the Department of Real Estate at the NUS Business School, National University of Singapore. He serves on the Management Board of the Institute of Real Estate and Urban Studies (IREUS) and was its former Director (2017–2022). He has held leadership roles including Head of the Department of Real Estate (2020–2022) and past President of the Asian Real Estate Society (AsRES). He is a CLC Fellow (2024–2026), Fellow of AsRES, and a Fellow of the Weimer School of Advanced Studies. He edits the International Real Estate Review and serves on editorial boards of journals like Real Estate Economics and Journal of Real Estate Finance and Economics. Education: PhD (Land Economy) and MPhil (Land Economy) from the University of Cambridge, UK; BSc (Estate Management) from NUS. Research Interests: Focuses on urban planning, real estate economics, housing markets, climate finance, transport economics, and environmental policy. His work bridges theory and policy, addressing issues like urban resilience, intergenerational mobility, and environmental externalities. Recent studies include impacts of sea level rise on housing prices, ESG-REIT linkages, and PropTech adoption. Awards: Recognized with the Outstanding Referee Award (2017) for Real Estate Economics, Fellowships from AsRES and the Weimer School, and book awards for his 'Kiasunomics' series. Professional Activities: Serves on government boards (e.g., Valuation Review Board, Singapore Chapter of APREA) and advises organizations like the PropTech Association of Singapore. His work influences policy on housing, transportation, and sustainable development. Labs/Teams: Leads research initiatives through IREUS and collaborates with institutions like the Sustainable & Green Finance Institute (SGFIN). His projects often involve large-scale data analysis (e.g., smart card transit data, housing transactions).

• Urban and Regional Planning
• Real Estate Economics
• Housing Markets and Policy
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Dr. Araz Taeihagh is an Assistant Professor at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore (NUS), where he also serves as Principal Investigator at the Centre for Trusted Internet and Community (CTIC) and NUS Cities. He previously chaired the PhD Programme in Public Policy (2020-2023). Taeihagh holds a DPhil from the University of Oxford and has over two decades of consulting experience in energy, environment, transportation, and technology domains. His research focuses on policy design and governance of emerging technologies , with expertise spanning autonomous systems, AI governance, sharing economies, and smart cities. Key research areas include: Decision support systems and complexity approaches to public policy Infrastructure and sustainable development (energy/environment/transport) Socio-technical systems and technology governance Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on AI governance frameworks , autonomous systems regulation , and smart city development , particularly examining policy innovation in Singapore and comparative Asian contexts. Research frequently addresses tensions between technological innovation and regulatory oversight. Major recognitions include: Ranked Top 2% Scientist worldwide for energy (2023) and citation impact (2020-2022) Best Paper Award from Transport Reviews (2020) Research Excellence Awards (2019-2022) Faculty Research Fellowships from LKYSPP and NUS Humanities & Social Sciences He serves on editorial boards of Technological Forecasting and Social Change , Policy and Society , and other leading journals, and co-chairs scientific committees for AI Singapore's governance initiatives.

• Policy Design
• Technology Governance
• Socio-Technical Systems
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Filip Biljecki is an Assistant Professor jointly appointed at the Department of Architecture within the College of Design and Engineering and the Department of Real Estate at the NUS Business School, National University of Singapore. He is the founder and principal investigator of the NUS Urban Analytics Lab and was awarded the prestigious NUS Presidential Young Professorship in 2020. With over 150 peer-reviewed publications, his research bridges geomatic engineering, geospatial technologies, and urban data science to advance digital twins and data-driven urban planning. Dr. Biljecki's educational background includes: PhD in 3D GIS (cum laude), Delft University of Technology, Netherlands (2017) MSc in Geomatics, Delft University of Technology, Netherlands (2010) BSc in Geodesy and Geoinformatics, University of Zagreb, Croatia (2008) His research interests focus on emerging urban data sources, particularly urban imagery, and their application in 3D city modeling, digital twins, and GeoAI. He explores how crowdsourcing and open science can inform cutting-edge techniques for urban sensing and analytics at city-scale. His work significantly contributes to establishing smart cities through innovative methods that integrate recent advancements in computer science, geomatics, and urban data science. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on street view imagery applications for urban analytics, digital twin development, and geospatial AI. His research spans multiple domains including urban morphology, environmental assessment, public health applications, and urban comfort analysis. The interdisciplinary nature of his work is evident in collaborations with researchers from diverse fields, producing impactful studies that address complex urban challenges through innovative methodological approaches. His notable scientific achievements include: Annual Teaching Excellence Award (ATEA), 2025 College Educator Award AY2023/2024, 2025 Urban Informatics Paper of the Year Award, 2023 Top 2% scientists worldwide (Stanford University), 2021 Presidential Young Professorship (NUS), 2020 As an educator, Dr. Biljecki has supervised dozens of students leading to publications in leading journals and placements at top universities and organizations. He has delivered talks at over 120 universities and organizations worldwide including MIT, Stanford, Harvard, and ETH Zurich. His research is supported through various grants and affiliations including his role as Principal Investigator at the Future Cities Lab Global at the Singapore-ETH Centre. The NUS Urban Analytics Lab, which he established, brings together scholars from diverse disciplines to drive research on making cities smarter and more data-driven. The lab has developed innovative tools like ZenSVI for street view imagery analysis and has produced influential research on urban digital twins, urban morphology, and GeoAI applications. Through his leadership, the lab continues to pioneer methods that advance data-driven urban planning and smart city development.

• Geomatic engineering
• Geospatial technologies
• Urban data science
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Maria Monica Wihardja serves as a Visiting Fellow and Co-coordinator of the Media, Technology and Society Programme at ISEAS–Yusof Ishak Institute while holding an Adjunct Assistant Professor position at the National University of Singapore. Her career bridges academic research and high-impact policy engagement, including former roles as World Bank Economist in the Poverty and Equity Global Practice and senior advisor to Indonesia's Presidential Executive Office on strategic economic reforms. Her educational background features: PhD in Regional Science, Cornell University MPhil in Economics, Cambridge University BA in Applied Mathematics-Economics, Brown University Wihardja's research integrates economic analysis with sociotechnical systems, focusing on digital transformation's impact on labor markets, food security, and democratic processes. She examines how technological disruption creates both opportunities for inclusion and risks of inequality, particularly through studies of platform economies, electoral disinformation, and sustainable agro-food systems. Her methodology combines quantitative econometrics with policy-oriented field research, often leveraging large-scale datasets from government and private sector partnerships. Analysis of her recent publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Digital economy effects on labor market polarization and inclusion, (2) Food system resilience through agricultural modernization, and (3) Geopolitical dimensions of supply chain reconfiguration. These intersect with her policy engagement in ASEAN economic integration frameworks and Indonesia's G20 presidency initiatives. Her scientific recognition includes: Nikkei Asian Scholar 2023 award Wihardja actively shapes regional discourse through editorial roles at East Asia Forum and Center for Indonesian Policy Studies. Her grant-funded work frequently involves World Bank partnerships and Indonesian government collaborations, particularly on stunting prevention and food policy reforms. Current projects examine deepfake impacts on electoral integrity and sustainable financing mechanisms for green transitions. She leads the Media, Technology and Society Programme at ISEAS, coordinating interdisciplinary research on digital governance and Southeast Asian technology policy. The programme partners with regional think tanks, government agencies, and private sector stakeholders to develop evidence-based policy responses to technological disruption.

• Digital Economy
• Labour Market
• Poverty and Inequality
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Dr. Le Chencheng is a Lecturer and Assistant Chair (Student Life) at the Asian School of the Environment (ASE) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU). He specializes in interdisciplinary sustainability education, leading the university-wide module Sustainability – Society, Economy and Environment , which engages over 6,000 students annually. Previously, he served as a Research Fellow at NTU’s Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI), focusing on Singapore’s water and environmental priorities. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (NTU, valedictorian) and Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Chemistry (National University of Singapore). Research interests span sustainability, circular economy, renewable energy, and interdisciplinary learning. He collaborates with NGOs and science-related businesses to advance sustainability goals. Active in techno-economic analysis, life-cycle analysis, and resource recovery strategies. No scientific awards explicitly listed. His work emphasizes bridging academic research with real-world applications through teaching and industry partnerships.

• Education and Pedagogy
• Artificial and Augmented Intelligence
• Science of Learning
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Thorsten Koch serves as Head of the Department of Applied Algorithmic Intelligence Methods within the Division of Mathematical Algorithmic Intelligence at Zuse Institute Berlin (ZIB). His research spans mathematical optimization, energy systems modeling, quantum computing applications, and scientometrics. Koch leads significant research projects including FAN (focusing on AI in scholarly communication), UNSEEN (energy scenarios), HPO-NAVI (research software visibility), and Multi-Energy Models for European Energy System Planning. Koch's research interests center on developing advanced optimization algorithms for complex systems, particularly in energy networks and scientific data analysis. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical applications in gas network optimization, wind farm design, portfolio management, and quantum computing. He has pioneered methods for large-scale mixed-integer programming, scenario generation, and the integration of machine learning with traditional optimization techniques. His recent publications demonstrate growing emphasis on quantum optimization, scientometrics, and the application of AI to scientific communication infrastructure. His publication trends reveal a strategic expansion from traditional mathematical optimization into quantum computing applications and scientific data infrastructure. Recent work shows increasing collaboration across disciplines - connecting energy systems analysis with financial modeling, integrating machine learning with optimization solvers, and applying computational methods to scientometrics. The 15 most recent articles highlight three major thrusts: quantum optimization (33%), energy systems modeling (27%), and scientific data infrastructure (40%), reflecting his leadership in both theoretical algorithm development and practical implementation for societal challenges. Koch actively contributes to research infrastructure through leadership roles in projects like KOBV (Berlin-Brandenburg Cooperative Library Network), HDC (Humanities Data Centre), and CIB (future library networks). His work on the DeepGreen initiative focuses on establishing legally secure workflows for implementing open-access components in scientific publication licensing agreements, demonstrating his commitment to open science principles and research data management.

• Mathematical Optimization
• Algorithmic Intelligence
• Energy Systems Modeling
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Assoc Prof Haoming Liu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at National University of Singapore. His research focuses on applied economics, econometrics, and labor economics, with a particular emphasis on labor and demographic economics, health, education, and welfare, as well as economic development and technological change. His work often examines the intersections between environmental factors (e.g., heat, pollution) and economic outcomes, such as labor productivity, crime rates, and educational attainment. He has also contributed to studies on minimum wage policies, housing markets, and fertility-education trade-offs in developing economies. Education: PhD in Economics from the University of Western Ontario, Canada. Research highlights include analyzing the impact of heat on economic activity in tropical cities like Singapore, the effects of air pollution on labor productivity in China, and the role of discount rates in long-term housing market decisions. His teaching interests span labor economics, income distribution, and applied econometrics. Key contributions include demonstrating how heat influences workplace attendance and student performance in air-conditioned versus non-air-conditioned environments, and how minimum wage increases reduce urban crime disparities between low- and high-income communities. His articles frequently employ innovative econometric methods to address policy-relevant questions, such as optimal contest design, microgrid energy trading mechanisms, and urban density pricing in housing markets.

• Applied Economics
• Econometrics
• Labour Economics
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Professor Ding Jun is a faculty member in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the National University of Singapore's College of Engineering. His research spans additive manufacturing and nanomaterials with applications in energy, environment, and healthcare. Contact details include office location E2-03-17 and phone 65164317. His primary research interests include: Additive Manufacturing for multi-material and multi-functional devices Nanomaterials fabrication for energy harvesting/storage, water purification, and sensor development 3D printing of metals, ceramics, and graphene-based structures Analysis of his 10 most recent publications reveals strong focus on practical applications of 3D printing across energy storage (Li-O 2 batteries, water splitting), environmental remediation (air filters, water purification), and advanced manufacturing techniques (robocasting, metallization). Key technological themes include hierarchical porous structures, multi-material integration, and performance optimization at high current densities. No scientific awards were mentioned in the source material. Professor Ding teaches core materials engineering courses including MLE3203 Engineering Materials, MLE3111 Materials Properties & Processing Laboratory, MLE4212 Advanced Structural Materials, and MLE5301 Advanced Metallic and Ceramic Materials in Additive Manufacturing. No information on research grants or student supervision was provided. His work demonstrates strong integration between novel 3D printing methodologies and real-world environmental/energy applications, with particular emphasis on creating functional architectures for electrochemical systems and pollution control.

• Additive Manufacturing
• Nanomaterials
• Energy Applications
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Qing Wang is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS). He earned his PhD in Physics from the Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, in 2002, and held postdoctoral positions at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). His research explores charge transport in mesoscopic electrochemical systems, with a focus on redox-targeting reactions for advanced energy conversion and storage technologies. His team develops novel redox flow X-batteries targeting large-scale energy storage, along with applications in on-demand hydrogen production, metal-air power generation, battery recycling, and chemical synthesis. Recent work includes innovations in aqueous redox flow batteries and integrated power-cooling systems for electronics. 2014: NUS Engineering Young Researcher Award 2018: NRF Investigatorship 2021: NUS Dean’s Chair Associate Professor Publications demonstrate expertise in Zn-based flow batteries , Fe-Air fuel cells , and redox-mediated recycling , with a consistent emphasis on sustainable technologies. The lab actively collaborates on translational studies to bridge fundamental research with practical deployment.

• Charge Transport in Mesoscopic Electrochemical Systems
• Advanced Energy Conversion and Storage
• Redox Targeting Reactions
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Martin Henz is an Associate Professor at the National University of Singapore , affiliated with the School of Computing and its Department of Computer Science . His academic journey includes an M.Sc. in Computer Science from Stony Brook University (1993) and a Dr.rer.nat. in Computer Science from Saarland University (1997). He has also worked as a Research Scientist at the German Research Centre for Artificial Intelligence. Research Focus : Scalable Experiential Learning, Systems for Teaching/Learning, AI in Education, Programming Languages, Algorithms, and Constraint Programming. Key Projects : Source Academy (immersive programming environment), Deep Teaching (LMS enhancements), and NUS Seafarers (maritime experiential learning). Publications span education technology, programming languages, and sustainable engineering, with recent works focusing on JavaScript-based pedagogy, automated question generation, and electric vehicle conversions. He supervised Rahul Singhal 's PhD, leading to the educational startup Cerebry, and co-founded Workforce Optimizer Pte Ltd with Alan Sevugan. Awards : NUS Annual Digital Education Award (2021) NUS Annual Teaching Excellence Award (2016/17) Fulbright Scholarship (1990) Startup @ Singapore Champion (2001)

• Programming Languages
• Software Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence
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Iris Yu is an Assistant Professor in the Civil and Environmental Engineering department at the National University of Singapore (NUS) . Her research focuses on green chemistry and biomass conversion , particularly utilizing microwave-assisted processing and green solvents to transform food and biomass waste into sustainable chemicals and materials. She actively contributes to teaching courses like Green Catalysis and Circular Economy , while leading a team of researchers in biorefinery and waste valorization projects. Her scientific awards include the L'Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Singapore Award 2024 MIT Technology Review Innovator Under 35 (TR35) Asia Pacific 2023 Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (2023–Present) Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (Cross-Field) 2022–2023 World's Top 2% Scientist by Stanford University 2023 Yu’s research interests span biomass upcycling microwave technology bioresource utilization catalysis fundamentals green and sustainable chemistry platform chemical production . Her publications frequently address microwave-assisted biorefineries , catalytic hydrogenation mechanisms , and sustainable solvent impacts on biomass conversion. She serves on editorial boards for journals like Science of the Total Environment and ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering , and mentors students in the IRIS@NUS internship program. Her lab’s work has been recognized in awards such as the Best Student Poster at SIWW2024, highlighting innovative approaches like microalgae-based food waste valorization .

• Green Chemistry
• Biomass Conversion
• Sustainable Materials
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Christopher H. T. Lee is an Associate Professor at the School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), with a courtesy appointment at the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine. He was promoted to Associate Professor with Tenure in March 2024 after joining NTU as an Assistant Professor in October 2018. Dr. Lee holds the prestigious Singapore NRF Fellowship (Class 2020) and was previously awarded the Nanyang Assistant Professorship, recognizing him as a top 1% faculty member at NTU. Dr. Lee's research focuses on electric motors and drives, renewable energies, and electromechanical propulsion systems. His specific interests include: Energy Engineering and Power Technology Smart Cities applications Advanced Control Theory for motor systems Smart Grids integration Smart Energy Conversion Systems Advanced Magnetics for motor design Dr. Lee's extensive publication record shows a strong focus on motor control algorithms, innovative motor designs, and energy efficiency optimization. His recent work demonstrates expertise in predictive control systems, flux-modulated machines, and fault diagnosis techniques for electric motor systems. The research spans both theoretical advancements and practical applications in industrial settings. Dr. Lee has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to the field: Nagamori Award (first recipient under 40) IEEE Myron Zucker Award (first recipient outside USA and Canada) NRF Fellowship (Singapore's most prestigious entry award for young researchers) MDPI Energies Young Investigator Award IET Fellow First Place Best Paper Award from IEEE TEC Top Cited Article from IET RPG As a dedicated educator and researcher, Dr. Lee has successfully supervised numerous students and secured significant research funding. He serves as Principal Investigator for grants totaling over SGD 13.5 million (approximately USD 10 million). His innovative ideas have been adopted by major corporations including Panasonic, Rolls-Royce, Magna International, Schaeffler Group, and Jingsu Xinri E-Vehicle Co. Ltd. Notably, he directs the NTU-Panasonic Joint Lab, which has received SGD 5 million investment to support over eight concurrent projects focusing on new motor concepts and 3D-printing technology. Dr. Lee leads the NTU Motor Lab, an interdisciplinary team researching the science and technology of electric motors and drives, renewable energies, and electromechanical systems. The lab explores new materials, motor topologies, and control strategies dedicated to intelligent and efficient generation and conversion of electrical energy.

• Electric motors and drives
• Renewable energies
• Electromechanical propulsion systems
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Seeram Ramakrishna is a Professor of Materials Engineering at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS), affiliated with the College of Design and Engineering. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and a TGMP from Harvard University. His research focuses on circular economy, nanotechnology, and sustainable materials engineering, with notable contributions to electrospinning, biomaterials, and energy storage systems. Key educational background includes: PhD in Materials Science (University of Cambridge) TGMP in Advanced Manufacturing (Harvard University) Research interests span cross-disciplinary areas such as: Development of eco-friendly nanocomposites Electrospun nanofiber applications in healthcare and energy Circular economy frameworks for sustainable materials Advanced manufacturing techniques for biomedical devices His publications highlight innovations in: High-efficiency solar steam generation via core-shell fibers Flexible wearable sensors for health monitoring Green synthesis of supercapacitor materials Plastic waste circularity through informatics-driven approaches Notable projects include books on circular economy fundamentals and biomaterials. His work bridges material science with environmental sustainability, addressing global challenges in energy, healthcare, and pollution control.

• Circular Economy
• Nanotechnology
• Materials Engineering
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