National University of Singapore facts for kids
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Former names
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Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School (1905–1921) King Edward VII College of Medicine (1921–1949) University of Malaya, Singapore campus (1949–1962) University of Singapore (1962–1980) Nanyang University (1956–1980) |
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| Type | Autonomous university |
| Established | 1905 (King Edward VII College of Medicine) 6 August 1980 (National University of Singapore) |
| Endowment | S$4.39 billion (2019) ≈ US$ 3.15 billion |
| Chancellor | Halimah Yacob |
| Location |
1°17′44″N 103°46′36″E / 1.29556°N 103.77667°E |
| Campus | Urban 150 ha (0.58 sq mi) |
| Colours | Orange and blue |
| Affiliations | IARU, Washington University in St. Louis McDonnell International Scholars Academy, etc. |
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is a national research university in Singapore. It is known as one of the best universities in Asia.
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Notable organizations
- Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy - Named after Lee Kuan Yew
- Liberal arts - Yale NUS College (Operated with Yale University)
- Music - Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music
Scientific areas
| NUS High School of Mathematics and Science 新加坡国立大学附属数理中学 Sekolah Tinggi NUS bagi Matematik dan Sains |
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Experiment. Explore. Excel.
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| 20 Clementi Avenue 1 Singapore 129957 |
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| Type | Specialized Independent |
| Established | 1 January 2005 |
| Session | Single session |
| Gender | Co-ed |
| Age range | 13-18 |
| Enrollment | ≈ 1000 |
| Student to teacher ratio | 10:1 |
| Classrooms | 54 |
| Houses | Fleming, Nobel, Fibonacci, Faraday |
| Colour(s) | Pantone 3272 Pantone 432 White |
| Affiliation | National University of Singapore |
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杜克—国大医学研究生院 (Chinese)
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| Type | Medical school |
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| Established | April 2005 |
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Parent institution
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Duke University and NUS |
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NUS High School is a scientific high school affiliated to the NUS. The university also include schools for computing, dentistry, engineering, medicine and many other areas.
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| Cancer Science Institute of Singapore | Since 15 October 2008, Cancer Science Institute (CSI) of Singapore is dedicated to investigating cancer. |
| Centre for Advanced 2D Materials | Established in 2014, the Centre for Advanced 2D Materials is dedicated to the study of two-dimensional (2D) materials such as graphene. |
| Centre of Healthcare Innovation and Medical Engineering | The Centre for Innovation in Healthcare (CIH) aims to develop and implement new models of health care. |
| Centre for Quantum Technologies | Since December 2007, the Centre for Quantum Technologies conducts research on quantum mechanics. |
| Centre For Remote Imaging, Sensing And Processing (CRISP) | This institute was established with funding from the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR) of Singapore. CRISP aims research in optical and microwave remote sensing technology and applications. |
| Energy Studies Institute | The Energy Studies Institute conducts research on energy policies. |
| Institute for Mathematical Sciences | This institute was established on 1 July 2000 with startup funding from the Ministry of Education and NUS. It fosters various mathematical research. |
| Interactive And Digital Media Institute | The Institute explores commercially creative interactive media research. |
| Life Sciences Institute | The Life Sciences Institute (LSI) conducts research on biological approaches in human health and diseases. |
| Mechanobiology Institute (MBI) | MBI's scientific research is focused on the dynamical and mechanical aspects of biological functions. |
| Singapore Nuclear Research And Safety Initiative | The Singapore Nuclear Research and Safety Initiative (SNRSI) was made to concentrate expertise and knowledge in nuclear technology and safety. |
| Singapore Synchrotron Light Source (SSLS) | SSLS conducts research involving the use of synchrotron radiation. This includes micro/nanofabrication. |
| Solar Energy Research Institute Of Singapore (SERIS) | Since 2008, SERIS conducts research and development on solar energy technologies. |
| Temasek Laboratories | This laboratory was launched on 6 September 2000. They conduct research in selected areas of science and technology critical to Singapore's requirements. Their interests include aeronautics, electromagnetism and information security. |
| Tropical Marine Science Institute (TMSI) | TMSI undertakes research and development in tropical marine science as well as environmental science. |
Health care
- Duke-NUS Medical School - Medical school operated with Duke University
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
- Public health - Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health
Campus
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NUS School of Computing
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Faculty of Engineering
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Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
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Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music
In addition, NUS also has several academic libraries and an University Town (or UTown).
Alumni
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Alumnus Goh Chok Tong, Singapore's second Prime Minister
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Alumnus Tony Tan Keng Yam, Singapore's seventh President
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Alumnus S. R. Nathan, Singapore's sixth and longest-serving President
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Alumnus Mahathir Mohamad, 4th and 7th Prime Minister of Malaysia
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Images for kids
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University Hall
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Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
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Mochtar Riady Building
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Faculty of Dentistry
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Faculty of Science
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NUS High School of Mathematics and Science Campus
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University Town, where four Residential Colleges and UTown Residences are located
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Kent Ridge Hall
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Ridge View Residential College
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Alumna Margaret Chan, Director-General of the World Health Organization
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Alumnus Kishore Mahbubani, Former President of the United Nations Security Council
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Alumna Puan Yang Terutama Halimah Yacob, Singapore's eighth President (current)
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Alumnus Dr. Ng Eng Hen, Singapore's Defence Minister (current)
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