Singapore`s nanotechnology strategy was initiated by the National Research Foundation (NRF), an agency of the Office of the Prime Minister of Singapore and led by the Economic Development Board (EDB) in coordination with other sister funding agencies such as the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and universities, spearheaded by the National University of Singapore (NUS).

The National Research Foundation (NRF), an agency of the Office of the Prime Minister of Singapore, sets the national direction for R&D within Singapore by developing policies, plans and strategies for research, and by coordinating innovation and entrepreneurial efforts. The NRF funds strategic initiatives and develops R&D capabilities and capacity by nurturing talent from within Singapore and abroad. It coordinates the research agenda of various government agencies with the aim of further transforming Singapore into an innovative, entrepreneurial and knowledge-based economy. For more information on the NRF, please visit www.nrf.gov.sg.

NUS is a globally-oriented university, in the distinguished league of the world’s leading universities. It offers a global approach to education and research, with a focus on Asian perspectives and expertise. The NUS mission comprises three mutually reinforcing thrusts:

• Transformative education that nurtures thinking individuals, who are alive to opportunities to make a difference, are valued members and leaders of society, and global citizens effective in diverse settings.
• High-impact research that advances the boundaries of knowledge and contributes to the betterment of society
• Dedicated service, as a national university, that adds to social, economic and national development.

For more information on the NUS, please visit: www.nus.edu.sg

The Economic Development Board (EDB) is the lead government agency that plans and executes economic strategies to enhance Singapore’s position as a global hub for business, investment and talent. Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) is the key driver for the nanotechnology strategy in Singapore.

“Nanostart AG plays a crucial role in EDB’s nanotechnology strategy by bringing innovations into the market through financing early-stage technologies borne out of Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and Research Institutes (RIs). It also supports these start-ups by providing them with the entrepreneurial expertise and management know-how needed in order to expedite the commercialisation process.”

Jonathan Kua – Director of New Businesses, EDB, Singapore

For more information on the EDB, please visit: www.edb.gov.sg.

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore’s lead government agency dedicated to fostering world-class scientific research and talent for a vibrant knowledge-based economy.

A*STAR actively nurtures public sector research and development in Biomedical Sciences, and Physical Sciences & Engineering, and spurs growth in Singapore's key economic clusters by providing human, intellectual and industrial capital to our partners in industry and the healthcare sector.

A*STAR currently oversees 14 research institutes and seven consortia & centre located in Biopolis and Fusionopolis and their vicinity, and supports extramural research with the universities, hospital research centres, and other local and international partners.

For more information on A*Start, please visit: www.a-star.edu.sg