The Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN) began its Youth Research Program (YRP) in October 2003 with the objective of exposing young Singaporeans to cutting-edge scientific research in bioengineering and nano-technology. The Program, chaired by IBN Director Noreena AbuBakar, aims to give students a first-hand experience in research, so as to instill in them an appreciation of the impact of biomedical research in their daily lives and to nurture their interest in scientific pursuit.
In addition, the YRP reaches out to teachers to help them incorporate the latest advances in science in their school curriculum. It also targets parents, who are also responsible for nurturing their children’s interests and career aspirations.
The YRP activities include:
• Open Houses
• Visits
• Workshops
• School Talks
• Career Fairs
• Research Attachments for Students and Teachers
YRP Committee
Chair:
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Noreena AbuBakar (IBN Director) |
| Co-Chair: |
Nidyah Sani (Head, Corporate Communications) |
| Advisor: |
Prof. Jackie Y. Ying (IBN Executive Director) |
| Committee Members: |
Dr. Edwin Chow (Team Leader and Principal Research Scientist),
Dr. Motoichi Kurisawa (Team Leader and Principal Research Scientist) and
Dr. Andrew Wan (Team Leader and Principal Research Scientist)
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| Outreach Coordinators: |
Joy Ng,
Wanying Chen
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YRP Event Calendar
Email yrp@ibn.a-star.edu.sg for more details about the program or if you would like to organize an activity for your school. |
