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- Industrial Symposium I: Nanoimprint Lithography Industrial Symposium
- Industrial Symposium II: Microwave Processing of Materials
- Symposium A: Advanced Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine (In Conjunction with 2nd Asian Biomaterials Congress)
- Symposium B: Nanomaterials for Bioimaging and Biosensing
- Symposium C: Advanced Delivery of Therapeutics: New Challenges for Materials
- Symposium D: Functional Ceramic Materials, Oxide Thin Films and Heterostructures
- Symposium E: Nanostructured Magnetic Materials and Their Applications
- Symposium F: Nanostructured Materials for Electrochemical Energy Systems: Lithium Batteries, Supercapacitors and Fuel Cells
- Symposium G: Plasmonics and Applications
- Symposium H: Carbon Nanotubes: Synthesis, Characterisation and Applications
- Symposium I: Carbon Rich Materials (CRMs) and Applications
- Symposium J: Nanodevices and Nanofabrication
- Symposium K: Nano Patterning & Surface Characterization
- Symposium L: NEMS/MEMS Technology and Devices
- Symposium M: DNA Nanoscience and Physics
- Symposium N: Plastic Electronics
- Symposium O: Compound Semiconductor Photonics: Materials, Devices and Integration
- Symposium P: Optical Fiber Devices and Applications
- Symposium Q: Computational Materials Design at All Scales: From Theory to Application
- Symposium R: Single Crystals: Growth and Applications for Research and Industry
- Symposium S: Novel Routes of Solution Processing
- Symposium T: Advanced Component Manufacture from Light Materials
- Symposium U: Mechanical Behavior of Micro- and Nano-Scale Systems
- Symposium V: Materials Education: New Tools and Resources
- Symposium W: GEM4/SMART Symposium On Infectious Diseases
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About Singapore
Unique is the word that best captures Singapore, a dynamic city rich in contrast and color where you’ll find a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture. Singapore has grown into a thriving centre of commerce and industry. Located in the heart of fascinating Southeast Asia, Singapore is the busiest port in the world with over 600 shipping lines. Brimming with unbridled energy and bursting with exciting events, the city offers countless unique, memorable experiences waiting to be discovered.
Singapore’s location on the major sea route between India and China. The strategic position has made it grow into an excellent harbor for trade and tourism. Its geographical location is 136.8 km north of the equator, between latitudes 103°38’E and 104°06’E.
Singapore’s Central Business District actually spreads across both the central and southern parts of the island (you’ll know when you’re there - it boasts striking high-rise structures). You can get a good visual orientation to the city as you cross the Benjamin Sheares Bridge on the East Coast Parkway, which links the airport to the city center.
Climate
Tropical climate with temperatures ranging from a low of 24°C to a high of around 31°C. Rainfall usually takes the form of sudden showers and storms. June-August is considered to be the best time to visit.
People
The population is just over 4 million, and around 77.2% are Chinese, 14.1% Malay and 7.4% Indian. The remaining 1.3% comprises of people from all over the world who have chosen to make Singapore their home.
Language
English is the common language spoken by all. Signs in Singapore are also written in English.
Cuisine
Singapore is consequently a cosmopolitan place where people from all over the world sit down to enjoy each other’s cooking. Each culture has brought with it unique cooking styles including Malay, Chinese, Indonesian, Peranakan, Indian, Thai, Japanese and Korean. There is a vast array of hawker stalls and restaurants, ranging from global franchises to gourmet delis to fancy six-star settings.
Shopping
Orchard Road, would be the most popular and most commonly heard names if anyone should mention about shopping. This place is the central hub, also known as the ‘city’ of Singapore, and it is well known among tourists. Orchard Road offers major departmental stores, supermarkets, movie theatres, restaurants. famous hotels and other entertainment outlets. Some of the well known hotels are - The Boulevard, Hilton International, Mandarin Hotel, Hyatt Regency, Goodwood Park, Orchard Parade, Le Meridien and Orchard Hotel.
For more information on Singapore, please visit: Uniquely Singapore Website
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