NTU College of Engineering

Emerging Scholars Forum 2027 | 19-20 January 2027 | Singapore

The College of Engineering (CoE) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore invites outstanding senior graduate students and postdoctoral fellows from around the world to apply for the Emerging Scholars Forum 2027. This exclusive platform offers the chance to connect with leading academics, explore collaborative opportunities, and gain valuable insights into one of the world’s top engineering colleges.

This interdisciplinary forum will bring together exceptional early-career researchers in Engineering and Chemistry to discuss cutting-edge research, experience NTU's vibrant academic environment, and network with peers and potential mentors. Selected participants will have their travel and accommodation expenses fully covered by NTU.

Who Should Apply

We welcome outstanding senior graduate students and postdoctoral fellows with expertise in all areas of Engineering and Chemistry, including but not limited to:

Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB)

Biocatalysis, chemical biology, advanced spectroscopy, (bio)analytical & bioimaging technologies
Polymer science & engineering, process systems engineering & modelling, chemical reaction engineering, fluid dynamics & microfluidics
AI, machine learning & automation technologies for chemistry and chemical engineering
Nanotherapeutics, biomaterials, synthetic & systems biology, RNA/protein/vector engineering, regenerative medicine & tissue engineering
Medical devices & technology, translational ophthalmic engineering

Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE)

Coastal protection, geotechnical & structural engineering
Low-carbon materials, waste management, urban sustainability, environmental health
Digital construction, maritime studies & management

Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE)

Renewable energy, smart power grids & energy storage
Control & robotics, autonomous systems
Integrated circuit design, microelectronics & semiconductor devices, bioelectronics, quantum technologies
Signal & information processing, machine learning & AI
Next-gen wireless optical technologies, space-based communication systems, small satellite technologies

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE)

Aerospace materials & structures, hybrid propulsion & electrification
Space technology: rocket propulsion, spacecraft design, dynamics & attitude control
Smart airport & aviation management
Surface engineering, metrology, precision engineering, metamorphic & digital manufacturing systems
Robotics, industrial AI, biomechanics
Marine, geothermal & nuclear energy, hydrogen & alternative energy technologies, carbon management, intelligent energy systems & urban sustainability

Materials Science and Engineering (MSE)

Materials chemistry, inorganic materials, future electronics
Materials for extreme environments, sustainable applications & food applications
AI approaches for materials, modelling & simulation, materials discovery, automated materials synthesis
Quantum materials & photonics, biomaterials
Renewable energy & catalysis

Why Join the Forum

Engage directly with world-class faculty and research leaders from NTU.
Explore career opportunities at NTU College of Engineering.
Present your research and participate in insightful discussions with fellow academics and faculty members.
Network internationally with a diverse group of engineering scholars.
Experience Singapore, a global innovation hub in Southeast Asia, known for its multicultural vibrancy and lush green spaces.

Application Process

Please submit:

Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Two representative research papers

Email your application to CoE-FacultyRecruit@ntu.edu.sg

Application Deadline: 31 October 2026

Only selected participants will be notified.

About NTU College of Engineering

The NTU College of Engineering (CoE) is one of the largest engineering colleges in the world, comprising five schools: School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB); School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE); School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE); School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE); and School of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE). NTU is consistently ranked among the top universities globally and offers a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment.

Learn more about

NTU College of Engineering: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/engineering
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/

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