Why ChBE
Chemical Engineering plays a crucial role in addressing complex contemporary challenges. With the urgency to find solutions for pressing global issues, chemical engineers are the pivotal force in the innovation of modern solutions – be it vaccine development for COVID-19, climate change, sustainability, water scarcity, or novel energy sources.
Events & News
CDE Alumni Awards 2025
Congratulations to Ms Sum Kun Shan and Dr Lim Kang Hui for receiving the Outstanding Young Alumni Award and Alumni Rising Star Award, respectively, during the CDE Alumni Awards 2025. The CDE Alumni Awards recognise CDE graduates who have made outstanding contributions to their professions, society, and the CDE community. Beyond celebrating the achievements of
NUS ChBE 50th Anniversary Celebration
We are thrilled to share the success of our NUS Chemical Engineering 50th Anniversary Dinner, a memorable evening filled with warmth, reflection, and inspiration. Prof Saif A. Khan, Head of Department, NUS ChBE, opened the event with a heartwarming and inspirational speech, highlighting our department’s growth and development throughout the years, commemorating the generations of
Assistant Professor Yi Hou & Professor Yan Ning Awarded During NUS University Awards 2025
At this year’s NUS University Awards, two faculty members from our department were recognised for what truly defines leadership in research, mentorship, and in shaping future talent. Assistant Professor Yi Hou received the Young Researcher Award for pioneering advances in perovskite solar cell technology, pushing the boundaries of efficiency and translating lab innovation into real-world
Dr Loh Tzu Yang Promoted to Associate Professor
Congratulations Dr. Loh Tzu Yang, on your promotion to Associate Professor (Practice).
Dr Lim Chia Wei Promoted to Lecturer
Congratulations Dr. Lim Chia Wei, on your appointment as Lecturer. Dr. Lim Chia Wei has joined ChBE as an Instructor in July 2023 and was earlier recognised with the Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award in AY2021/2022 for his contributions to undergraduate teaching.
Dr Sachin V. Jangam Promoted to Associate Professor
Congratulations Dr Sachin V. Jangam on your promotion to Associate professor on the Educator Track effective 1st January 2025.
Professor Xie Jianping Presented Provost’s Chair Award
Congratulations to Professor Xie Jian Ping on receiving the Provost Chair Award at the CDE Awards and Recognition ceremony 2025.
Asst Prof Wu Zhe Presented with Outstanding Early Career Award 2025
Asst Prof Wu Zhe was presented with the Outstanding Early Career Award (OECA) at the CDE Awards and Recognition ceremony on 21.4.2025 Dr. Wu’s group at the National University of Singapore develops cutting-edge machine-learning-based modeling, control and optimization algorithms to solve problems of important industrial considerations, including production profitability, process operational safety, and cybersecurity. He
Prof Liu Bin earns well-deserved spot in the Singapore Women’s Hall of Fame
Professor Liu Bin, NUS Deputy President (Research and Technology), has been inducted into the prestigious Singapore Women’s Hall of Fame, in honour of her outstanding contributions as a scientist, engineer, innovator, and academic leader. The Induction Ceremony was held on 21 March 2025, during the Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations’ (SCWO) 45th Anniversary Gala Dinner.