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Science Talks
Attend our talks to know about our CHS curriculum and programmes at Faculty of Science!
11.30 am - 11.50 am
Lecture Theatre 28
Meet our Dean!
Learn about NUS Science!
Join us as our Dean brings you through the Faculty’s milestone developments and accomplishments over the years. He will also touch on some recent initiatives, including the launch of the College of Humanities and Sciences, the first in NUS to offer interdisciplinary education at scale and what it means for our undergraduates.
Join our Masterclasses which showcase excellent teaching.
From 12.00 pm to 3.30 pm!
Student Leadership
Lecture Theatre 29
Close up with CHS students
Curious about the various aspects of university life? Come hear your seniors share more about their experiences, from internships to research, studying abroad, residential college living and more!
Food Science & Technology
MSL Collaboration Space 2
Healthy diets for healthy hearts
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally and lifestyle modification is key in CVD prevention. The adoption of a healthy diet is one of the most important strategies. In particular, a diet that emphasises the consumption of fruits and vegetables is promoted for its beneficial effects on CVD risk reduction. This may be attributed to carotenoids, one of the nutrients found in fruits and vegetables. Carotenoids must be obtained through the diet as humans cannot synthesise them endogenously. As the absorption of carotenoids is generally low, the bioavailability of carotenoids should be considered when evaluating the roles of carotenoids in CVD protection.
Mathematics
MSL Training Room
Linear algebra: The secret behind Google’s search engine
We will introduce linear systems and how to express them as matrix equations using matrix multiplication. Solutions of linear systems can be expressed as vectors. This gives the coefficient matrices the interpretation of linear transformations. We will be introducing eigenvalues and eigenvectors and how they are used in a search engine, namely the Google PageRank Algorithm.
Experiential Learning & Career Development
Lecture Theatre 29
Levelling up during your CHS journey
Discover how you can enhance your CHS education, beyond the classroom. While the formal part of the CHS curriculum is defined by a series of courses that culminate in a degree, there is so much more to a university education. By capitalising on various opportunities to apply critical thinking, exercise leadership and develop interpersonal skills, you will become a better version of yourself and be well prepared to take on the challenges of the real world.
This session will introduce student life, global opportunities, residential programmes and skills / career development programmes available at CHS.
Chemistry
MSL Collaboration Space 2
How the tiger got its stripes
Ever wondered how the tiger got its stripes? It is a question that has found answers in the folklores of people around the world. The key to unlocking this mystery was discovered in the laboratories of the Ministry of Health (Soviet Union) in the 1950s but was considered so preposterous that the talented chemist who discovered it could not get his work published and disillusioned, quit science altogether. This work ultimately led to the field of modern nonlinear chemical dynamics.
In this talk, we will delve into the science that was thought to be impossible and find out how this relates to the dynamics of natural populations of predators and prey, as well as the cyclical behaviour of unemployment and wages.
Quantitative Finance
MSL Collaboration Space 3
Growing your savings: The power of compounding
This talk will cover the basic interest theory from financial mathematics. We will explain compound interest and the accumulation function and apply them in cash flows. We will also discuss how compound interest is used to accumulate wealth and plan expenditure, as well as apply compound interest in the context of retirement planning.
Student Leadership
Lecture Theatre 29
Personal growth in student leadership
Stepping into the realm of student leadership can be daunting, as one has to navigate the intricacies of leading a team while also pursuing academic excellence. Meet the Presidents of the NUS Students’ Science Club, the Life Sciences Society and the Physics Society as they share how they have discovered fulfilment and purpose in serving their roles and making important contributions towards enriching student life.
Cross-Disciplinary Programme in Environmental Studies
MSL Collaboration Space 2
Shorelines of the future
Coastal urbanisation and climate change are driving the global proliferation of artificial coastal defences. These structures have significant effects on the ecology of marine habitats, leading to the loss of biodiversity and associated ecosystem services. Ecological engineering - the integration of ecological principles and engineering for the benefit of both humans and nature - is a form of nature-based solution that is increasingly adopted to alleviate the negative impacts associated with coastal defences, by improving their ecological functioning.
One of the more successful eco-engineering strategies is to add tiles with complex topographies, microhabitats and water-retaining features. These can increase the richness and abundance of species reminiscent of native communities. Moving forward, how can we incorporate habitat complexity and green elements into new coastal defence designs and what additional benefits can they provide?
Cross-Disciplinary Programme in Data Science & Economics
MSL Collaboration Space 2
Insights at the intersection: When data science meets economics
Data science and economics are two of the most exciting and rapidly growing fields. In recent years, the increasing volume of data and the development of analytical tools have created a new era of understanding at the intersection between the two fields.
This class introduces learning theory and explores a number of ways in which data science and economics complement each other. We will look at how data science is being used to address important economic and business challenges, using real-world examples.
Physics
MSL Training Room
Exploring the quantum world with electrical circuits
From Heisenberg uncertainty relations to quantum entanglement of particles, the world of quantum physics has many fascinating concepts that challenge our intuitions constantly. Thanks to scientific developments over the past century, we have become increasingly well-versed not only in understanding quantum physics, but also in manipulating and building tangible technologies out of it.
This talk will share how we use carefully-designed electrical circuits, cooled to very low temperatures, to explore and interact with the quantum world. With these devices, we bring concepts such as superposition and entanglement to life in the laboratory and harness these unique quantum features to perform computational tasks.
CHS Curriculum
Lecture Theatre 28
The CHS curriculum#
Discover how CHS’ specially curated Common Curriculum offers you unprecedented freedom of choice in pursuing breadth and depth across academic disciplines, as well as diverse learning opportunities and student life experiences. Chart out your own pathway to suit your interests and aspirations!
#For prospective students who have not attended this talk
Data Science & Analytics
Lecture Theatre 29
Data analytics in sports
Most people have heard about Moneyball - a book that revolutionised how baseball was analysed. It triggered similar practices in other sports as well. In this class, we will discuss how statistics and data science techniques are being used in other sports: primarily basketball and football. We will also touch on how the techniques have shaped the evolution of the sports themselves - in terms of playing styles and the management of teams.
Student Leadership
MSL Collaboration Space 2
Close up with CHS students
Curious about the various aspects of university life? Come hear your seniors share more about their experiences, from internships to research, studying abroad, residential college living and more!
Life Sciences
Lecture Theatre 29
Nailing criminals: Real life CSI
Do you aspire to be a modern-day Sherlock Holmes? Are you a fan of crime-based television shows like CSI, NCIS, Bones, Criminal Minds, Law & Order and Forensic Heroes? Do you think you know everything about forensic science by watching every CSI episode? Join us as we whet your appetite for forensic science and showcase a very popular programme in NUS.
Experiential Learning & Career Development
MSL Collaboration Space 3
Levelling up during your CHS journey
Discover how you can enhance your CHS education, beyond the classroom. While the formal part of the CHS curriculum is defined by a series of courses that culminate in a degree, there is so much more to a university education. By capitalising on various opportunities to apply critical thinking, exercise leadership and develop interpersonal skills, you will become a better version of yourself and be well prepared to take on the challenges of the real world.
This session will introduce student life, global opportunities, residential programmes and skills / career development programmes available at CHS.
CHS Curriculum
MSL Training 1
The CHS curriculum
Discover how CHS’ specially curated Common Curriculum offers you unprecedented freedom of choice in pursuing breadth and depth across academic disciplines, as well as diverse learning opportunities and student life experiences. Chart out your own pathway to suit your interests and aspirations!
#For prospective students who have not attended this talk
Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science Talks
Pharmacy
Lecture Theatre 31
Welcome Address by Head of Department
Student Leadership
Lecture Theatre 31
Student Life Sharing by NUS Pharmaceutical Society (NUSPS)
The NUSPS which comprises NUSPS External and Internal Committees, Special Projects and the Five Houses, serves to enrich the student life of NUS Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science students. NUSPS offers opportunities for both Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science students to develop professionally and contribute to student vibrancy within this Pharmily. Learn more about the exciting activities organised by NUSPS, such as the Pharmacy Orientation Programme, as well as RxAG and RxFlag!
Pharmacist: So much more than you imagined
Pharmacy Lecture Theatre 31
While Singapore is embracing precision medicine in routine clinical practice, pharmacogenomics has been identified as a low-hanging fruit that impacts patient health. Pharmacists, with their understanding of pharmacological and pharmacokinetic principles in the clinical setting, play a unique and essential role in the implementation of pharmacogenomics.
In this talk, Dr Lo will share the joy and tears in the journey of implementing novel initiatives within the healthcare system.
Join Ms Chua as she unveils the dynamic world of pharmacy beyond the counter. From implementing healthcare solutions to shaping data strategies and policies, she will delve into her journey in clinical informatics and data standardisation.
Discover how pharmacists are catalysts in shaping national healthcare technologies and how the pharmacy degree was foundational in her career trajectory.
Team-based active learning is the signature of the BPharm (Hons) programme. What does that mean and how can it prepare you to be leaders like Dr Elaine Lo and Ms Priscilla Chua?
Prof Gallagher provides an overview of this programme and explains why the learning journey in NUS is not only rewarding but also enjoyable!
Q & A
Your pharmaceutical science adventure and beyond
Pharmaceutical Science S16-03-07
The NUS Pharmaceutical Science programme, which is focused on training pharmaceutical scientists, equips students with a broad range of technical knowledge and skills across the pharmaceutical sciences. In addition to the foundations gained in classroom learning, there are many exciting experiential learning opportunities (including internships, undergraduate research programmes, overseas exchanges) for students to choose from and enrich their education. Collectively, these experiences prepare our graduates for careers in the pharmaceutical, biomedical and consumer healthcare sectors and beyond. Join us to find out about the programme curriculum and to hear from our young alumni on how to make your Pharmaceutical Science learning journey an adventure and beyond!
Alumni Sharing
