{"id":17419,"date":"2024-11-26T21:27:36","date_gmt":"2024-11-26T13:27:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cde.nus.edu.sg\/nuscities\/?page_id=17419"},"modified":"2024-11-29T12:39:13","modified_gmt":"2024-11-29T04:39:13","slug":"symposium","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cde.nus.edu.sg\/nuscities\/symposium\/","title":{"rendered":"NUS Cities Symposium"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t\t\t\t\"nuscitiessymposiumlogo\"\n\t

NUS CITIES SYMPOSIUM<\/p>\n

A key event of NUS Sustainability CONNECT 2024<\/a><\/p>\n

The NUS Cities Symposium is our annual key event that brings together researchers, policymakers, industry experts, community leaders, and students annually to share knowledge on liveable, sustainable, and resilient cities.<\/p>\n\tThank you to all 700+ participants, speakers and sponsors for joining us at our NUS Cities Symposium 2024!
\nWe look forward to seeing you again next year!\n\t

2024. <\/h2>\n

Liveable Cities in Uncertain Times<\/h2>\n

18 September 2024, Wednesday<\/p>\n

UCC Ho Bee Auditorium, National University of Singapore<\/p>\n

This year’s theme, “Liveable Cities in Uncertain Times” addresses the critical question: How can cities remain or become more liveable amidst uncertainty, including rapid change, ageing populations, and emerging health threats like Disease X?<\/p>\n

A partner event of International Built Environment Week (IBEW)<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tRead more about our highlights here!\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\t

Keynote Speakers<\/p>\n

Distinguished Keynote Speakers:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Prof. Brian Collins<\/strong>, Emeritus Professor of Engineering Policy, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering, UCL; Vice Chair, National Preparedness Commission<\/p>\n

Prof. Lily Kong<\/strong>, President of SMU<\/p>\n

Mr. Lam Wee Shann<\/strong>, Deputy Chief Executive (Technology) \/ Chief Technology Officer, LTA<\/p>\n

Closing Keynotes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Prof. Tony Wong,\u00a0<\/strong>Professor, Sustainable Development, Monash Sustainable Development Institute<\/p>\n

Prof. Lui Pao Chuen,\u00a0<\/strong>Temasek Defense Professor, Temasek Defense Systems Institute; Former Chief Defense Scientist<\/p>\n\t

Plenary Sessions<\/p>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Opening Plenary<\/h2>

Creating Liveable Cities in Uncertain Times<\/p>\n

This session explored the challenges, opportunities, and strategies essential for fostering liveable cities in an era characterized by increasing uncertainties.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Plenary 2<\/h2>

How can our cities be adapted for climate change?<\/p>\n

This plenary session brought together a panel of experts across academia, government agencies and practice seeking to address the critical need for cities to adapt to climate change through advanced climate adaptation measures and regenerative design principles.\u00a0<\/p>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Plenary 3<\/h2>

Liveable cities which are healthy and age friendly: dream or reality?<\/p>\n

This plenary session delved into innovative solutions and strategies in health and ageing, with a focus on creating inclusive spaces, infrastructure, and policies that effectively support and enhance the lives of ageing populations.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Plenary 4<\/h2>

The 20-minute Town<\/p>\n

This plenary examined Singapore’s vision of a 20-minute town and the accompanying challenges and progress. The expert panel explored how technology is leveraged to enable greater connectivity through data-informed planning, asset management, and innovations.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Young Leaders Panel<\/h2>

Unlocking the Power for Next Gen Leaders<\/p>\n

This panel explored how emerging leaders can navigate and shape an uncertain future by leveraging innovative tools, strategies, and insights from diverse fields such as technology integration, science communication, and sustainable business practices.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\tAward Ceremony:
\nCDE2501 Liveable CitiesBest Project Competition (AY23\/24 Semester 2)\n

Sponsored by: DP Architects & Urban Land Institute (ULI)<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind out more here!\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

2023. <\/h2>\n

The Science of Cities<\/h2>\n

31 August, Thursday – 1 September, Friday<\/p>\nDay 1: University Town, National University of Singapore
\nDay 2: Virtual Session\n

This inaugural symposium seeks to allow for the exchange of ideas surrounding the rising need for science-based approaches to making cities more sustainable, resilient, and liveable. <\/p>\n

Graced by the Second Minister for National Development, Ms. Indranee Rajah and opened by our NUS President Prof. Tan Eng Chye, the Symposium features a slate of experts on various exciting topics such as affordability and inclusivity, technology in sustainability, climate resilience and the science and art of cities.\u00a0<\/p>\n\t

Keynote Speakers<\/p>\n

Mr. Koh Yan Leng<\/strong>, Vice President, Campus Infrastructure, NUS<\/p>\n

Mr. Teo Eng Dih<\/strong>, CEO, Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore<\/p>\n

Mr. Tan Meng Dui<\/strong>, CEO, Housing and Development Board<\/p>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\t

Day 1<\/p>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Panel Discussion 1<\/h2>Universities as Sustainability Incubators
\nhow ideas are conceived and nurtured<\/em>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Panel Discussion 2<\/h2>Affordability and Inclusivity
\nmore than a roof over your head<\/em>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Concurrent Session 1<\/h2>

Conservation and Decarbonisation<\/p>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Concurrent Session 2<\/h2>

Building Community Resilience<\/p>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Student Panel<\/h2>

Sustainability: Next Generation’s Views<\/p>\n\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Panel Discussion 3<\/h2>

Will technology help or hinder sustainability?<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n<\/a>\n\t

Day 2 (Virtual Sessions)<\/p>\n\t

Cities in Nature: What does it take?<\/b><\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

Singapore has a vision to be a City in Nature. How do we actually realise it, given our high density and the multiple competing demands on space in the country?<\/p>\n\t

The Science and Art of Cities<\/b><\/p>\n

A joint session with the Singapore Management University (SMU), delve into the intricate balance between the science and the art of planning, developing, and managing cities.<\/p>\n\t

Cities as Complex Adaptive Systems<\/b><\/p>\n

Cities are complex adaptive systems. Can there be a science of cities that help us understand cities holistically, much like ecology to biology?<\/p>\n\tYoung Leaders’ Panel Discussion<\/b>
\nHow can Science help create Liveable and Sustainable Cities?<\/b>\n

Some of our younger faculty and faculty from other IHLs share their pioneering research that could transform cities.<\/p>\n\tConcurrent Session 1:<\/strong>
\nClimate Resilient Cities<\/b>\n

Singapore is vulnerable to rising sea levels and worsening urban heat island effect amongst other impacts. How can we adapt to and be resilient in the face of climate change?<\/p>\n\tConcurrent Session 2:<\/strong>
\nCircular Cities<\/b>\n

Sustainability is about using, reusing, and conserving resources for future generations, and achieving a circular economy or city is the ultimate goal. Can Singapore be the world’s first circular city, by doing for other resources what we have been able to do for water?<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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