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13 Jan 2016
Singapore Management University
By better understanding the performance appraisal process, organisations can develop more effective performance appraisal systems, according to research done by Singapore Management University.
22 Dec 2015
Singapore Management University
Assistant Professor Kim Seonghoon looks at early-life health shocks and their impact on the economy at large by taking a leaf out of history books.
21 Dec 2015
Singapore Management University
The SMU School of Law has published the most up-to-date picture of Singapore’s fast evolving legal system.
21 Dec 2015
Singapore Management University
SMU Associate Professor Kelvin Low’s research shows that the legal rights of people who own some intangible assets are sometimes remarkably ill-defined and poorly studied.
21 Dec 2015
Singapore Management University
Research by SMU Associate Professor Roy Chua is uncovering cultural obstacles to creativity and globally successful innovation.
14 Dec 2015
Asia Research News
The extreme weather patterns and environmental occurrences experienced across the Asia Pacific region have brought to the forefront the urgent need for countries to work together...
14 Dec 2015
Asia Research News
Oracle Continues to Drive Excellence in Customer Experience through Big Data
08 Dec 2015
Asia Research News
PARIS, FRANCE – Economic losses from the impacts of climate change in Southeast Asia could be 60% higher than previously estimated, reducing the region’s gross domestic product (GDP) by up to 11% by 2100, according to a new Asian Development Bank (ADB) study.
07 Dec 2015
Asia Research News
This year is particularly special as it marks the 10th year that Frost & Sullivan is hosting the excellence awards in Australia recognising and celebrating exemplary practices and best-in-class companies in the country.
02 Dec 2015
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
The Index was launched on 1 December following the announcement of the index results in a ceremony held at Hotel ICON in Hong Kong.
26 Nov 2015
University of Malaya
On 12 October 2015, results of the Eduniversal annual ranking for the best 1000 business schools in 154 countries were announced and Faculty of Business & Accountancy (FBA), University of Malaya has again made its mark as the only business school in Malaysia being awarded 4 Palmes of Excellence.
26 Nov 2015
Asia Research News
~Technology will be ubiquitous in every aspect of business and everyday living~
23 Nov 2015
Asia Research News
Insights on Industrial Sector Convergence, The Development of Smart Manufacturing and Mining Operations will be presented at the 2015 GIL Australia Congress to be held at the Hilton Hotel Sydney, Australia on 3rd December 2015
18 Nov 2015
Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University
Nagoya, Japan – RaQualia Pharma Inc. and the Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (ITbM) of Nagoya University have announced a joint research agreement for the discovery of small molecules to control the circadian rhythms of mammals.
17 Nov 2015
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is proud to have invited Professor Lars Peter Hansen, Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences 2013, to give a public lecture on “Confronting Uncertainty in a Changing Environment” on 19 November 2015.
16 Nov 2015
Singapore Management University
A team of researchers at Singapore Management University investigates the complex relationships between economy, geography, real estate and health to unravel important policy implications.
16 Nov 2015
Singapore Management University
A researcher at Singapore Management University delves deep into the complex world of international corporations to understand how they and their investors make decisions about money.
16 Nov 2015
Singapore Management University
The Singapore Management University Centre for Marketing Excellence is partnering with Asia’s luxury sector to navigate trends that are changing the face of retail.
12 Nov 2015
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University have announced the findings of a study on “Enhancing Hong Kong’s Competitiveness as a Regional Cruise Hub from a Policy Perspective”.
11 Nov 2015
Asia Research News
Intelligent Mobility to reduce traffic congestion, carbon emissions and accidents, while increasing travel speed.
26 Oct 2015
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
A common evergreen seed is capable of providing almost 150,000 person-days of employment during a single collection season in the Kumaun Himalayas region of northern India, according to a recent study in the Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities.
08 Oct 2015
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
New programme allows local firms to acquire productivity know-how in order to be manpower-lean and drive business growth.
05 Oct 2015
Singapore Management University
A study from the Singapore Management University looks into the laws that govern mergers and acquisitions in Asia’s fast-changing landscape. Among other things, it found that independent financial advisers opinions, that were issued on takeover offers on the Singapore stock exchange, were not based on independently verified information.
05 Oct 2015
Singapore Management University
A researcher at the Singapore Management University is developing econometric models that can provide us with a clearer picture of global markets such as the inter-continental relationships and daily shifts of stock markets, currency exchanges and interest rates.
05 Oct 2015
Singapore Management University
The SMU Centre for Cross-Border Commercial Law in Asia (CEBCLA) is facilitating Singapore’s development as a major commercial law centre by conducting rigorous research on the practice of commercial law in Asia’s increasingly complex business environment.
05 Oct 2015
Asia Research News
Focusing on the themes of Innovation, Digital Disruption and Convergence, this one-day Congress will see leading private and public sector participants share new ideas and fresh perspectives leveraging innovation as a resource to address global challenges.
28 Sep 2015
Singapore Management University
Research into cash-rich companies is revealing insights into corporate governance and shareholder value according to studies done at the Singapore Management University.
28 Sep 2015
Singapore Management University
A researcher from the Singapore Management University is developing new techniques in econometrics to provide a more realistic understanding of the economy.
22 Sep 2015
Singapore Management University
How do company managers make decisions on voluntary disclosures? Findings from the Singapore Management University (SMU) show the extent to which voluntary disclosures are also based on finely calculated decisions.
22 Sep 2015
Singapore Management University
A study at the Singapore Management University (SMU) is revealing the progress of a new breed of audit regulators by examining the financial statements of companies whose auditors had undergone inspections.
Events
27 Feb 2008
Jakarta, Indonesia - Be informed of the latest regulatory updates, economic trends and project developments that will enable strategy realization and optimization for your business.
30 Jan 2008
Tech Park 2008 is specially designed for global organizations intending and planning establishment of New centers. It will also showcase upcoming IT / Biotech Parks, IT specific SEZs and IT complexes in India.
28 Feb 2008
Chengdu, China - The event is a great way to connect with China's developer community and build relationships with decision-makers. Participate in the event's exhibition and conference to answer questions, introduce new products and open communication channels in this rapidly expanding market for embedded systems design.
23 Sep 2008
Shanghai, China - The exhibition offers an effective business and networking platform for Chinese and international professionals in the environmental sector and is accompanied by a first-class technical-scientific conference program.
27 Apr 2008
Shanghai, China - WSDWTF is one of the most famous international water shows with the largest scale in China. It has not only attracted many domestic water industry exhibitors and visitors, but has also attracted many participants from North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.
15 Jan 2008
Dubai - This event explores the latest trends and what are the developments that lie ahead, among others - in the polymers and processing markets.
13 Oct 2008
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - The forum will bring together the global community of airline fleet, network and schedule planners, airframe and engine manufacturers, finance and leasing companies, technical and support suppliers.
14 Oct 2008
KL, Malaysia - ACED is a series of industry case studies exploring the positive contribution that international gateway airport cities make to regional development and economic growth. The airport city is a major new business and employment generator but even more importantly acts as a catalyst for economic growth and prosperity.
28 Jan 2008
Singapore - You will hear from the decision makers themselves on their perspective of the this hot energy play.
13 Dec 2007
2007 will be particularly sensitive for cross-strait relations. 2008 will see a new Taiwanese President, a referendum on UN membership for the island under the name Taiwan, and the Beijing Olympics; the potential for an escalation in hostilities remains of considerable concern.
16 Oct 2008
Singapore - Franchising & Licensing Asia (FLAsia) is an international trade event dedicated to igniting the spirit of entrepreneurship and globalisation through franchising and licensing.
31 Aug 2008
Guangzhou, China - This exhibition covering the A-Z of power, expects to attract 300 exhibitors and 30,000 international visitors.
25 Jun 2008
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam - The event aims to introduce new machinery & equipment, products and services, new technologies and new company initiatives, making it the most promising and indispensable event of the year.
26 May 2008
KL, Malaysia - This unique platform will provide key strategic insights on the technologies and trends shaping future electric utilities.
21 Oct 2008
KL, Malaysia - The POWER-GEN Asia Conference is the regions most important conference dedicated to the power generation and transmission and distribution industries.
05 Mar 2008
Seoul, Korea - Network with key industry suppliers, OEMs, buyers and decision makers in Seoul, South Korea, home to the world’s largest high-quality base oil manufacturers, shipbuilders, construction equipment builders and the world’s fifth largest automotive producer.
12 Nov 2007
Singapore - This event aims to brief journalists on the key economic and political issues that will be discussed at the EU-ASEAN summit. There will also be practical information on covering the Summit.
06 May 2008
Singapore - Choose from up to five concurrent sessions offering you the opportunity to hear first hand from international speakers and business experts – along with global and regional HR leaders.
12 Dec 2007
India has one of the youngest population in the world. This event aims to explore how India can provide to the graying world what it most needs - a productive workforce.
17 Oct 2007
Shanghai, China - This event brings together the top airline and Chinese government officials, maintenance and safety experts from Asia, Asia-Pacific and around the globe.
27 Oct 2007
Bali, Indonesia - The conference will gather anti-corruption activists from all over the global TI network to exchange tools and strategies and move forward the anti-corruption agenda.
16 Oct 2007
Singapore - Ethanol & Biofuels Asia 2007 is Asia’s most successful conference that features the fundamentals of biomasses and biofuels from across the value chain.
23 Oct 2007
Hong Kong - Work-life balance in Hong Kong is a hot topic. Join this event to participate in a discussion forum with representatives from the corporate, government and non-profit sectors.
24 Oct 2007
Hong Kong - The conference scope spans the areas of middleware, databases, MIS, Web, and multimedia.
25 Oct 2007
Bangalore, India - This joint conference aims to bring together work on sources of entrepreneurship, the challenges in enabling and sustaining entrepreneurship and innovation, and issues in entrepreneurship culture. There shall also be special sessions on entrepreneurial situation in Europe and Asia.
08 Oct 2007
Cannes, France - An exclusive conference gathering the world’s leading industry players to debate on the issues affecting the TV industry today and tomorrow. MIPCOM 2007 will celebrate India as the Country of Honour scheduling an overview of the India market.
22 Oct 2007
Cairns, Australia - All-time high non-gold metal prices present opportunities for by- and co-products from gold operations to improve the feasibility of previously marginal operations.
15 Sep 2007
Guangdong, China - To carry out China's SME Promotion Law, set up a platform of display, trade, communication and cooperation for domestic and overseas SMEs, push forward exchanges and cooperation among SMEs from China and other countries, and promote SMEs to develop healthily.
18 Sep 2007
SOI Asia and Platform Design Laboratory,Keio Research Institute at SFC will hold an online international symposium on Entrepreneur on Tuesday, September 18th, 2007, from 16:00 to 19:00(Japan Time).
31 Oct 2007
Singapore - This dedicated event has firmly established itself as a market leader attracting security professionals and quality buyers who are specifically looking for cutting-edge products, equipment and solutions in this burgeoning industry.
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Giants in history
U Hla Myint (1920 – 2017) was a celebrated economist from Myanmar. Considered a prodigy, he was admitted to Rangoon University to study economics when he was just 14 years old. He went on to earn a Ph.D. at the London School of Economics (LSE).
Rapee Sagarik (4 December 1922 – 17 February 2018) was Thailand’s renowned expert on orchids.
Bacharuddin Jusuf Habibie (25 June 1936 – 11 September 2019) was an Indonesian engineer who was President of Indonesia from 1998 to 1999.
Physicist Narinder Singh Kapany (31 October 1926 – 4 December 2020) pioneered the use of optical fibres to transmit images, and founded several optical technology companies. Born in Punjab, India, he worked at a local optical instruments factory before moving to London for PhD studies at Imperial College. There, he devised a flexible fibrescope to convey images along bundles of glass fibres.