NUS Alumni

09/09/2026

Some places never really feel like the past. 🥹💙

One walk through hall, and suddenly you’re remembering the late nights, supper runs, random conversations and friendships that made those years in NUS unforgettable.

What’s the first hall memory that comes to mind? Tell us in the comments!✨

07/09/2026

Wonderful to see our alumni continuing to contribute to NUS in so many ways. 💙

From sharing your expertise and experiences, to supporting research and scholarships, our alumni continue to make a meaningful difference to the NUS community.

Thank you for staying connected and being part of the journey. ✨

04/09/2026

🏆 Celebrating outstanding educators, researchers and professionals who have been recognised at the NUS University Awards 2026! From advancing research and inspiring students to shaping education and serving the wider community, we’re elated to celebrate members of our alumni community who were among those who were recognised at this year’s NUS University Awards. 💙

Congratulations to:
🏆 Outstanding Service Award
- Mr Seah Moon Ming (Engineering ‘81), Chairman, Board of Governors of NUS High School and SMRT
- Prof Bernard Tan (Computing ‘89, MSc ‘91, Science PhD ‘95), NUS Senior Vice Provost (Undergraduate Education)

🏆University Research Recognition Award
- Prof Abhik Roychoudhury, NUS Computing
- Prof Ashok Venkitaraman, NUS Medicine and CSI Singapore

🏆Young Researcher Award
- Assoc Prof Chen Huijun Cynthia (Science ‘09, MSc Stat ‘11, PhD ‘15), NUS Public Health
- Asst Prof Liu Boxiang, NUS Faculty of Science

🏆 Outstanding Graduate Mentor Award
- Prof Liu Xiaogang, NUS Faculty of Science

🏆 Outstanding Educator Award
- Assoc Prof Robin Loon Seong Yun (Arts & Social Sciences ‘93, MSc ‘97), NUS Arts & Social Sciences
- Assoc Prof Tay En Rong Stephen, NUS CDE

Congratulations to all award recipients! We’re proud to see the National University of SG community continuing to make a difference in Singapore and around the world. 💙

Read more about the NUS University Awards 2026 and the recipients via the link in our bio or here: https://nus.edu/3UST10U


In the photo: First row (from left to right): NUS President Prof Tan Eng Chye (Science '85); NUS Pro-Chancellor Dr Noeleen Heyzer (Arts & Social Sciences '71, MSc Soc Sci '73); NUS Pro-Chancellor Mr Po’ad Mattar (Business '71); NUS Pro-Chancellor Mrs Theresa Foo; NUS Chairman Mr Hsieh Fu Hua (Business '74); and NUS Deputy President (Academic Affairs) and Provost Prof Aaron Thean.

Back row (from left to right): Assoc Prof Cynthia Chen (Science '09, MSc Stat '11, PhD '15); Assoc Prof Robin Loon (Arts & Social Sciences '93, MSc '97); Prof Ashok Venkitaraman; Prof Bernard Tan (Computing '89, MSc '91, Science PhD '95); Mr Seah Moon Ming (Engineering '81); Prof Abhik Roychoudhury; Prof Liu Xiaogang; Assoc Prof Stephen Tay; and Asst Prof Liu Boxiang.

04/09/2026

⛳️🏆 Celebrating our NUS golfers! Last night, the spirit of camaraderie was in full swing at the NUS Golfers Appreciation Dinner, as our National University of SG, NUSS The Graduate Club and NUS Golf golfing community came together to celebrate friendship, sportsmanship and another memorable tournament.

And once again, congratulations to Team NUS on bringing home the Tunku Chancellor Cup! 🏆👏

A big thank-you to everyone who took part, and to Ms Angelia Tay, our NUS Golf Captain, for bringing the team together.

Here’s to the friendships made, and we look forward to continuing this tradition at the next tournament! ⛳️💙

03/09/2026

Earlier today, we had the pleasure of hosting a lunch with alumni from the NUS Graduate School. 💙

The gathering brought together alumni across research, industry, entrepreneurship and technology, creating an opportunity to reconnect, exchange perspectives and reflect on the different paths that can follow a graduate journey at National University of Singapore.

A key highlight was a sharing by Dr Andreea Radulescu (PhD–MBA ’22), Venture Partner (New Materials) at Entropia Capital, on “Lessons from Crossing the Lab-to-Market Divide.” Drawing on her journey from chemistry and nanotechnology research to entrepreneurship, technology commercialisation and deep-tech investment, she reflected on the challenges of making the leap from research to entrepreneurship, and the need to better equip students and researchers with the entrepreneurial mindset, commercial skills and practical exposure to translate ideas from the lab into real-world applications and consider entrepreneurship as a potential career pathway. The lunch also explored the growing role of AI in research, how researchers can continue to add value alongside AI, and the importance of balancing its opportunities with potential risks.

We had a wonderful time connecting with:
- Dr Ajinkya Bhat (PhD ’23)
- Dr Anthony Chua (Science ‘09, PhD ’15)
- Dr Feng Ling (Science ‘08, PhD ’13)
- Dr Barbara Poinard (PhD ’19)
- Dr Qiu Zixuan (PhD ’16)
- Dr Tan Jia Chi (PhD ’25)
- Dr Tan Mei Hui (Engineering ‘11, PhD ’17)

We were honoured to be joined by Tan Eng Chye Prof Tan Eng Chye (Science ‘85) together with Chief Alumni Officer Ms Ovidia Lim-Rajaram (Arts and Social Sciences ‘89) and Acting Dean of NUS Graduate School Prof Wong Lim Soon, who co-hosted the session.

A meaningful afternoon of reconnecting, sharing ideas and celebrating the many ways our alumni continue to make an impact. 💙

03/09/2026

⛳️ Different journeys, one NUS golf community.

Meet some of the NUS golfers who represented us on the greens, each bringing their own story, experience and love for the game. 💙

From juggling work to balancing their university activities with training, they’re part of a wider NUS golfing community that brings together alumni and students through sport, friendship and a shared connection to NUS.

Watch on to meet our golfers and get to know the people behind Team NUS! 🏌️‍♀️🏌️‍♂️

03/09/2026

🎁 Looking for a little something to thank a teacher this Teachers’ Day?

Whether it’s for your child’s favourite teacher, a former teacher who made a difference, or someone special in the family, here are some thoughtful gift ideas from NUS AlumPERKS businesses:

🍪 Sweet treats: Mdm Ling Bakery, Snack21.com, Yu Cookies
🎧 Tech accessories: ConnectIT
🌸 Fragrances: Scent by Six, Sixth Sense Aromatics

A small gesture can go a long way in showing our appreciation for the teachers who make a difference. 💙

Discover more AlumPERKS deals and offers via:
https://nus.edu/4gzGs3a

02/09/2026

31/08/2026

Why not chocolate? 🍫

For NUS alumni Abhimanyu Goel (MSc ISD ’16) and Aakanksha Jain (MSc ISD ’16), one simple question sparked an unexpected journey from architecture and urban planning to 3D-printed chocolate.

Today, their brand, Modesi Chocolates, creates edible designs inspired by Singapore’s architecture, cultural motifs and festive traditions—from Peranakan tiles to Hari Raya patterns.

What started as a pandemic hobby has grown into an award-winning business that shows how creativity can take shape in the most unexpected ways.

Read the story behind Modesi Chocolates here: https://nus.edu/3U0mYf4

National University of Singapore, NUS College of Design and Engineering, NUS Department of Architecture

27/08/2026

How can molecules work better for us while keeping their unwanted effects at bay?

Prof Giorgia Pastorin, Head of NUS Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Dept at National University of Singapore, takes us from her childhood in Venice to her work as a scientist , where she explores how molecules can be harnessed to tackle complex challenges in healthcare and beyond.

🧬 From developing safer approaches to cancer drug delivery - including a modified form of cisplatin that has shown promising results - to rethinking the science behind hair dyes and skin allergies, her work is united by one goal; understanding how molecules behave and finding ways to make them work better for us.

But behind every breakthrough lies a less visible side of research - from rejected grants, failed experiments, setbacks and countless iterations.

“One step forward, two steps back, but with better understanding.”

🔗 Read the full story to discover how her curiosity, innovation and persistence is shaping the future of science: https://nus.edu/4qCskt4

National University of Singapore, Faculty of Science