Singapore Academic Network
Bringing Singaporean scholars together to build community, amplify impact, and deepen engagement.
The Singapore Academic Network (SAN) brings together Singaporean scholars to build meaningful connections and a supportive academic community. SAN strengthens mentorship, collaboration, and global engagement, complementing NUS’ broader faculty development efforts. By supporting the growth of Singaporean academic talent, SAN contributes to national research priorities and encourages wider international participation.
Our Core Priorities
SAN is guided by five strategic objectives
1
Nurture Academic Talent
Support the growth of Singaporean scholars through structured mentorship and professional development.
2
Enhance Visibility
Showcase the achievements and contributions of Singaporean academics within NUS and internationally.
3
Promote Collaboration
Drive cross-disciplinary research partnerships that address national priorities.
4
Expand Global Reach
Provide opportunities for international exposure through fellowships, attachments, and collaborations.
5
Ensure Sustainability
Establish a self-renewing network through rotational leadership, institutional support, and community-driven initiatives.
Our Core Priorities
SAN is guided by five strategic objectives
1
Nurture Academic Talent
Support Singaporean scholars through structured mentorship, peer exchange and professional development opportunities that strengthen academic progression.
2
Enhance
Visibility
Highlight the achievements and contributions of Singaporean academics at NUS and on the global stage.
3
Promote Collaboration
Encourage cross-disciplinary research partnerships that address national priorities and emerging challenges.
4
Expand Global
Reach
Provide opportunities for international exposure through fellowships and collaborative networks.
5
Ensure
Sustainability
Establish a self-renewing network through rotational leadership, institutional support, and community-driven initiatives.
Enablers of Success
Community Building
Connect senior and early-career scholars through dialogues, mentorship pairings, and workshops.
Visibility and Recognition
Elevate Singaporean academic talent through stories, showcases, and collaborative projects that highlight national contribution and global impact.
Development and Global Reach
Provide access to scholarships, fellowships and international attachment opportunities that broaden professional horizons.
Our Senior Champions
Senior Champions are distinguished Singaporean academics recognised for their leadership, significant contributions to their fields, and commitment to advancing excellence, innovation and mentorship within the NUS academic community.
