MedTech Sprintathon 2025

Brought to you by NUS MedTech, NUS Bitscraps, NUS Enterprise, and the James Dyson Foundation, this pilot Sprintathon is your chance to tackle pressing challenges in the area of Chronic Healthcare!

👥 Form a team of 3-5 with students from at least 2 different faculties or sign up individually to be matched with a team. Learn from experts through engaging workshops, explore real-world problem statements, and pitch your groundbreaking ideas for a chance to win from a $1000 prize pool and incubation opportunities at the Hangar by NUS Enterprise! 🎉

📍 Block 71 on 3 February, 5 February and 7 February 2025

📢 Sign up now!
🔗 Register here OR use the QR code above!
📆 Registration Deadline: 20 January 2025

💡 Key Requirements:
✅ University undergraduates only
✅ At least half the team to be from NUS
✅ Members from at least 2 different faculties
✅ Commitment to all workshop dates

Join us for this exciting interdisciplinary journey and make your mark on the future of healthcare! 🚀

Considering options for your FYP? Apply to be a D-HIP Fellow!

The Duke-NUS Health Innovator Programme (D-HIP) offers Biomedical Engineering FYP students the chance to work in multidisciplinary teams and gain experience in clinical immersion, commercial discovery, and rapid prototyping, with mentorship from industry experts in medicine, business, and technology.

📢 Join our online info session!
📅 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 | 🕔 5–6 PM

Hear from NUS & Duke-NUS faculty and DHIP Fellows about how DHIP can help shape your future in health innovation.

🔗 Register now: https://nus-sg.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qd-mrqDwqGNYkeT0be78HAuN-Sys65mdR#/registration
🌐 Find out more: https://www.duke-nus.edu.sg/innovation/for-aspiring-innovators/dhip
📧 Questions? healthinnovator@duke-nus.edu.sg

🌟 Kickstart your career with GSK internships! 🌟

Looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and make an impact? GSK offers internships across various fields at our Singapore sites, providing valuable exposure to the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry.

📢 Open to undergraduates from all disciplines!
Scan the QR codes to apply or visit: https://gsk.to/3ZOWBb6

💡 Don’t miss this chance to shape your future with GSK!

🎉 Get Ready for CDE Day 2025 - Dreamland Carnival! 🎠
Join NUS MedTech this 22nd January at our interactive and fun-filled booth! We're blending excitement with education in a carnival theme you won't want to miss!

🌟 Featuring our Highlight Event: MedTech Jeopardy Pong! 🌟
Dive into the fun with our unique game that mixes the thrill of beer pong with the intellectual challenge of Jeopardy. Perfect for anyone who loves a good challenge and has a keen interest in medical technology and healthcare!

🎯 Game Details:

Time: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue: E4 Level 4
Gameplay: Throw ping pong balls into cups to score points and answer challenging questions from categories like Medical Technology, Diseases & Conditions, Famous Medical Innovations, Career Pathways, and Medical Terminologies.
🏆 Each cup scores differently (100 to 500 points), with harder questions for higher points. Aim to accumulate 1000 points for a special prize!

Save the date and join us for a day of knowledge, fun, and games. See you there!🎢

🚀 Explore AI in Surgery: Transforming Surgical Precision & Patient Care!

Join us for an exciting panel discussion on how AI-driven imaging is revolutionising surgical precision and enhancing patient outcomes. Gain insights from industry leaders and clinicians on the latest advancements in intelligent imaging and digitalisation in healthcare.

📅 Date: Thursday, 23 January 2025
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: A.L.I.C.E @ SGH Campus (10 Hospital Boulevard Level 2, SingHealth Tower, S168582)

🔗 Register now: https://form.gov.sg/6732ef61b1b71b4d9f4d9887
📧 Questions? Contact us at OIE@duke-nus.edu.sg

This event is open to all – don’t miss this opportunity to dive into the future of AI in Surgery!

It’s CDE Day! Drop by our booth located on level 4 for exciting games and prizes! 🔥 🏆

On behalf of NUS ISE Club: Business Analytics Case Competition 2025


🚀 Micron NUS-ISE Business Analytics Case Competition (BACC) 2025 is here! 🚀

💡 Showcase your skills, solve real-world problems, and compete to be the best in Business Analytics! 💡

🗓 Event Details:
Day 1: Opening Day + Question Release
📅 Date: 22nd February 2025 (Saturday)
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Venue: Online (Zoom)

Day 2: Final Day + Presentation by Finalists
📅 Date: 1st March 2025 (Saturday)
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Venue: On-site at NUS
🛑 Registration Deadline: 20th February 2025

👥 Eligibility:
- Open to all NUS undergraduate students.
- Form teams of 4 or 5 and get ready to compete!

📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates: @nus_ise & @nusisebacc.
🚀 Sign up now at NUSISEBACC2025.com
📧 For inquiries, contact us at nus.isecasecomp@gmail.com.

🌟 Don’t miss this incredible opportunity—register today! 🌟

🌟 Join Us for an Exciting Healthcare and Innovation Panel! 🌟

🌐 Interact with leaders in Healthcare and Innovation and discover career pathways just for you!

The Healthcare and Entrepreneurship Clubs and Duke-NUS Health Innovator Program present:
"Partnering Industry to Drive Healthcare Innovations: From Idea to Impact."

What’s in it for you?
✅ Ask questions and engage in meaningful discussions
✅ Learn about potential career opportunities in the healthcare sector
✅ Network with the speakers after the panel to gain insights and advice

📅 Date: 12th February, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Venue: HSS 04-07, 1 Hon Sui Sen Dr, Singapore 117588

👉 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/NjCbdWdAet
⏳ Hurry, slots are limited! Don’t miss this chance to advance your career!

Considering options for your FYP? Apply to be a D-HIP Fellow!

The deadline for application submission is on 11th Feb 2025: https://forms.office.com/r/AHhu6S6TX3

The Duke-NUS Health Innovator Programme (D-HIP) offers Biomedical Engineering FYP students the chance to work in multidisciplinary teams and gain experience in clinical immersion, commercial discovery, and rapid prototyping, with mentorship from industry experts in medicine, business, and technology.

🌐 Find out more: https://www.duke-nus.edu.sg/innovation/for-aspiring-innovators/dhip

📢 Calling All NUS Students: Volunteer for BES18SM 2025!

Are you passionate about biomedical science and engineering? Looking for a meaningful way to get involved in Singapore’s leading biomedical event? Join us as a volunteer at BES18SM 2025!

💡 Why Volunteer?
• Network with top professionals and like-minded students in the biomedical field
• Gain exclusive insights into event planning and execution
• Enjoy free meals and complimentary entry to the conference

To help you prepare, we’re hosting a hybrid Leadership Camp where we’ll go over event details and provide training.

📅 Date: 5 April 2025 (Saturday)
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Zoom

🎤 Special Guest Session!
We’re excited to welcome a speaker from MedTech Actuator to share insights on their Origin Program, an incredible opportunity for students interested in MedTech startups!

Sign up here (https://forms.office.com/r/AmtiT4k4H9)

📢 Open to the first 20 students will secure a spot. Registration closes SOON!!

🚀 Exclusive MSD Company Visit 🚀

Step into the world of pharmaceutical innovation with an exclusive visit to MSD, a global leader in healthcare. This is your chance to experience a day in the life at MSD, interact with professionals across various departments, and explore potential career paths in the pharmaceutical industry. 🌟

🗓 Date: 21st April 2025
⏰ Time: 10am - 12pm

📍 Location: MSD Singapore, 9 Battery Road, #17-01 MYP Centre, Singapore 049910

What to Expect:

Interactive Sessions: Engage with experts from research, manufacturing, and commercial teams to gain insights into their daily roles.

Facility Tour: Explore MSD's state-of-the-art facilities and witness cutting-edge pharmaceutical technologies in action.

Career Insights: Learn about various career opportunities and pathways within MSD.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of pharmaceuticals and envision your future with MSD. 🚀

🔗 Limited to 20 PAX! Sign up today: https://forms.office.com/r/KQz0s1eKXf

Friday Hacks #273

🗓 Date: Friday, 21 Mar, 7pm
📍 Venue: COM3-01-21 SR12
🍕🧋will be served!

Sign up here!
NUS
Non NUS

Project Sa'Bai Computing: Integrating Technology with Healthcare Services in Cambodia (David, Peng Xuan, Isaac🎙)
Project Sa'Bai, an OCIP by NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, has improved Cambodian village healthcare since 2006 through annual screenings. In 2024, NUS Computing students collaborated with medical students to develop an EMR, serving 1,500+ patients in 7 days. This talk shares insights from leading Project Sa'Bai Computing, showcasing technology's role in frontline healthcare.

Knowledge Sharing Session on Post-Quantum Security (Teik Guan🎙)
Teik Guan will introduce quantum computing and the threats it poses. He will discuss global and local updates in post-quantum security, including ongoing pilot projects in Singapore, and he will conduct some demos of post-quantum technologies. Come prepared with questions to make the session interactive and insightful!

See you there! 👋

🚀 Join NES Startup Membership & Attend NES Startup Nexus! 🚀

Hey Founders! 👋

Want exclusive access to NES Startup Nexus on April 4th, 7:00 PM? This members-only event connects you with over 10 expert mentors—C-suite executives, directors, and VCs—to help scale your startup!

Here’s what’s in it for you:
✅ Get matched with a mentor from your specifc industry— whether it's Tech, AI, Medtech, Consulting, Marketing, E-commerce, Investments, and more!
✅ Gain expert insights from top industry leaders who have been where you want to go!
✅ Build powerful connections with mentors & founders who can take your startup to the next level!

📅 Date: Friday, April 4, 2025
⏰ Time: 07:00 - 09:30 PM
📍 Venue: Within NUS (TBC)

🔗 Don’t miss out! Join NES Startup Membership now to secure your invite!

For any questions, reach out to @josek0909 or @tetww3. See you there!

Looking for Volunteers: Join us for a groundbreaking Women’s Health Event organised by the Femtech Startup SpringOfLife!

📅 9AM - 5PM, April 26 (Sat)
📍 NTUC Centre, Room 701, 1 Marina Blvd, Singapore, 018989

If you can’t stay the whole duration, that’s completely fine. Just let us know your availability, and we’ll find a time for you to contribute!

❤️ Are you passionate about health and wellness, or femtech and women’s businesses? Join us in expert-led discussions, interactive sessions, and networking.

As a volunteer, you’ll receive:
1) An opportunity to network with ~40 leading experts in the healthcare industry (listed in the brochure attached).
2) Insights on the latest trends in women’s healthcare.
3) Breakfast and lunch.
4) A complimentary event ticket (valued at $116).

Responsibilities include:
- Check-in and registration
- Taking photos and videos during the conference
etc.

If you’re interested to volunteer, please contact Yi Xin at @doobyeous. Find out more at this event website.

FH #275

🗓 Date: Friday, 11 Apr, 7pm
📍 Venue: COM3-01-23 SR14
🍕🧋will be served!

Sign up here!
NUS
Non NUS

DNA, Data & Debugging: Building Tools for Genomics (Tim Stuart🎙)
Genomics is a fast-evolving, data-rich field. This talk explores how changing data types impact software design and highlights the importance of documentation for non-programmers. I’ll also share my journey from wet-lab scientist to computational researcher, and the challenges of building software in academia.

From Interface to Impact: Understanding HCI's Contribution to Modern Health Practices (Dr. Foong🎙)
Explore how Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) drives innovation in health. This talk defines HCI and Health in today’s context, emphasizing user-centered design in solving healthcare challenges. Through two case studies, we’ll show how understanding users and iterative design lead to effective health technologies. Ideal for computing students, this session builds a foundation for HCI’s role in shaping modern healthcare.

See you! 👋

20 Days Left to Disrupt Healthcare — Are You In?
Are you ready to make a real impact in biomedical engineering? 🚀 The IFMBE Toh Siew Lok BME Student Design Award invites passionate students like you to design affordable, practical, and innovative healthcare solutions for underserved communities. This prestigious competition, jointly organized by NUS MedTech, the Biomedical Engineering Society (Singapore), and IFMBE, honors the legacy of Professor Toh Siew Lok, a champion of student-driven innovation.

Why Participate?
✅ Compete on an international stage and showcase your innovation
✅ Be one of five finalists presenting at WC2025 in Adelaide, Australia
✅ Win cash prizes, certificates, and IFMBE registration fee reimbursement

Key Dates
📅 Submissions Open: 1st March 2025
📅 Deadline: 30th April 2025 23 59 GST
📅 Finalists Announced: 23rd June 2025
📅 Finals at WC2025 (Adelaide, Australia): 29th September – 4th October

For any questions, feel free to reach out:
📧 IFMBE.TSLStudentDesignAward.2025@gmail.com

🌍 Let’s Create Sustainable Events Together! 🌱
The Office of Student Affairs is collaborating with NUSSU and Community Impact Scholarship holders to develop a guide and checklist that will support students in creating fun and sustainable student life events.

This survey (https://nus.edu/greenpoll) is your chance to share what’s working, what’s not, and how we can make student events more eco-friendly. Your feedback will help shape the tools and resources that will empower you to host events that are both memorable and kind to the planet! Kindly complete by 17 Apr.

🚀 Building a HealthTech Startup? Ready to Go Beyond the Pilot?
Success in HealthTech is tough — it’s about navigating complex systems, building credibility, and scaling smart. Join leading founders and mentors for a no-fluff panel discussion — hear real stories, hard lessons, and practical advice to turn early wins into lasting growth!

🔥 What you’ll learn:
• How to carve out your HealthTech niche
• What happens after the pilot — and how to prepare
• Moving from pilots to commercial success
• Unique challenges and opportunities in HealthTech
and more!

📅 Date: 14 May 2025
🕓 Time: 4PM–6PM
📍 Venue: BLOCK71 Singapore
🎟 Register now: https://lu.ma/kq37r7dz
Brought to you by NUS Medicine’s Digital Health Accelerator, supported by BLOCK71 Singapore.