Over the past decade, researchers have discovered highly unusual physics in twisted bilayer graphene, a two-dimensional composite material of two stacked graphene sheets, one rotated slightly with respect to the other. At certain "magic angles", some electrons in such...
The Global Connect Fellowship (GCF) at NTU’s School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (SPMS) is more than just a research opportunity, it’s an experience that shapes perspectives, sparks collaboration, and builds lifelong connections. Over the course of two to...
In July 2025, students from NTU’s School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (SPMS) embarked on a study trip to Switzerland, visiting some of the world’s most renowned scientific institutions: ETH Zurich, EPFL, and CERN. Over four days, they explored cutting-edge...
Congratulations on receiving the Shell Eastern Petroleum Gold Medal cum Cash Award! What was your first reaction upon hearing the news, and what does this award mean to you at this point in your journey? I was initially surprised to hear about it, as I wasn’t even...
1. Congratulations on receiving the KK Phua Gold Medal! What does this recognition mean to you at this stage of your academic journey? A: Receiving the KK Phua Gold Medal holds both personal and professional significance for me. In early 2023, I had the honour of...
From her first steps into SPMS as a freshman to leading the student body as SPMS Club President, Kang Qi’s journey has been shaped by curiosity, connection and a drive to give back. Drawn to the versatility of mathematics and inspired by the warmth of the SPMS...
Meet Luan Rong, Class of 2025—a passionate mathematics student whose SPMS journey has been shaped by curiosity, community, and resilience. From switching fields to finding her research niche, Luan Rong has embraced every opportunity to grow, both as a scholar and a...
Class of 2024 graduate Lo Hsuan reflects on a meaningful undergraduate journey at SPMS, NTU, and how the experiences shaped his path toward graduate studies at MIT. From representing Singapore in international competitions to uncovering the collaborative nature of...
Letian Yu (PhD, Physics and Applied Physics) investigates how Dirac quasiparticles behave in systems where energy is not conserved—an unconventional but increasingly relevant direction in modern physics. Through a combination of theoretical modelling and...
Chan Long Shan has designed a microwave diagnostic system for a next-generation fusion energy device for this final year project. This diagnostic will be used to characterise turbulence in burning plasma, a key phenomenon in achieving scientific breakeven. By...