ONG Choon Nam

ONG Choon Nam is a Professor at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore (NUS), and a Principal Investigator at the NUS Environmental Research Institute (NERI). With over 330 peer-reviewed publications and an h-index of 84, his work bridges Metabolomics, Biomarkers, and Environmental Health.

• B.Sc (1972), Nanyang University
• MSc (1974), University of London
• PhD (1977), University of Manchester

His research focuses on metabolomics for environmental health assessments, biomarker discovery, and toxicology. He has pioneered studies on nanoparticle toxicity, dietary metabolites, and water quality, with contributions to NEWater and soya waste valorization.

The 15 most recent articles highlight trends in toxicology, environmental health, and agricultural sustainability, with methods spanning mass spectrometry, metabolite profiling, and nanotoxicity studies. His work often integrates multi-omics and biomarker analysis across diverse species.

Scientific Awards:

• AstraZeneca International Award (2002)
• Public Service Medal (2004)
• Outstanding Mentor Award (2016)
• Research Excellence Award (2008)
• Public Administration Medal (2016)

ONG has served on international advisory panels for the WHO, CDC China, and the US National Research Council, while leading administrative roles at NUS, including Director of the Environmental Research Institute (2009–2018). His interdisciplinary collaborations span nano-toxicology, water quality, and dietary health effects.