Aqueous phase synthesis and functionalization of semiconductor quantum dots for biomedical applications by Wang, Yucheng

“…In this thesis, efforts have been made to investigate and optimize the aqueous synthesis route in order to prepare high quality QDs. …”
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Real-time microscopic study and modeling of the disruption of bacterial swarming motion by Lu, Shengtao

“…Experimental studies on the collective motion of bacteria have so far been limited to understanding the swarming dynamics of healthy cells. …”
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Carbon aerogel for removal of oils and organic solvents spills by Chen, Geng

“…Nonetheless, the sorption capabilities of activated cotton had been proved effective in removal of organic solvent and oil which display a great potential in the field of water cleaning.…”
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A study on the impacts caused by developments in the arctic region by Yeo, Melisa Hui Mei

“…Over the years, there have been many changes in the Arctic and there are still plenty of on-going developments and potential ones on the way. …”
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Evaluation of structures for cracks due to dynamic loads by Zaw, Hein Lin

“…Most of the research has been focused on static load and little emphasis being reported on dynamic load. …”
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EN-14 evaluation of green mark rating on sustainable development and/or existing operation of office buildings by Ang, Ming Jun

“…This research focuses on the evaluation of the effectiveness in which BCA Green Mark has been implemented in Singapore through a case study example. …”
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Diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) using optical fiber sensor by Muhamad Nur Azhar Noordin

“…Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) has been a lingering problem for late adults, which contributes to loss of central vision thus reducing their ability to focus on an object. …”
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EEG-based stress evaluation in a ship's bridge simulator based assessment by Gnin, Yeow Dong

“…The maritime domain has been relatively slow in recognising the relevance of human factors studies, evident by the limited amount of detailed studies on the subject. …”
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A design framework for product families implemented with additive manufactured variable platforms by Yao, Xiling

“…During the development of the design framework, the following methodologies have been proposed: 1) a representative mathematical model to formulated the VP-based product family configuration; 2) a hybrid machine learning approach to select appropriate AM design features for addtive manufactured VP modules; 3) a fuzzy time-driven activity-based costing method to predict the AM production cost variation as a function of VP design adjustments, 4) a novel evaluation metric for VP-based product family designs, and 5) a multiobjective design optimization technique to identify the modular configuration and engineering design parameters of a product family. …”
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Importance of population support in counterinsurgency : a case of the Taiping rebellion by Ha, Yu Xin

“…The Taiping Rebellion was one of the most devastating insurgencies in China and the world in the nineteenth century, yet it has not been studied extensively in insurgency and counterinsurgency (COIN) research. …”
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Study of crack problems in water-main pipe lines by Boon, Kok Eng

“…In the early year, PUB, our Singapore National Water Agency has been providing an efficient, adequate and sustainable supply of water at affordable cost. …”
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Web application for community driven DIY augmented reality platform by Seah, Yunting

“…Users has been dependent on the world-wide web to find self-repair guide of a product, setup of a product or even on how to fold clothes in the fastest way. …”
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Big data analytics for smart transportation (2) by Chung, Maybelle Huishi

“…Gathering transport data has been made easier with the cutting-edge technologies as more GPS enabled devices are able to log travel data. …”
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Fault localization of a long power cable by Guo, Guoqiang

“…Documented in Singapore Energy Statistics 2016 by EMA, the demand for electricity consumption has been increasing over the years. In a span of one year, from 2014 to 2015, energy consumption raised by 2TWh. …”
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Condition monitoring of thermal comfort and energy efficiency for indoor environment of buildings by Chua, Andy Bing Zhong

“…Along with aspirations to be a ‘smart city’, energy demands have been on an upward trend and is projected to continue over the next decade. …”
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Small object recognition using machine learning techniques by Loy, Hui Juan

“…In recent years, there has been significant interest in deep machine learning, due to its flexibility of application for different fields. …”
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A study on integrating BIM with RFID to develop a PPVC logistic management and installation system by Wu, Heng

“…Based on two case study projects, the benefits, as well as limitations of PPVC Technology have been identified. Integration both BIM and RFID to develop a PPVC Logistic Management and Installation System is technologically feasible and efficient to improve construction productivity.…”
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Investigation of electrical and colorimetric sensing properties of polymer-nanomaterial composites by Tu, Meng-Che

“…Over the past few decades several biosensor and chemosensor technologies have been investigated for environmental monitoring and diagnostic applications. …”
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Sparse machine learning methods for financial signal processing by Pucha Srinivasa Sai Chakravarthy

“…Ever since then an extensive research has been carried on in the space of portfolio optimization in financial engineering. …”
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Data preparation and visualization of heavy vehicular movement for traffic prediction by Chong, Ji Shen

“…All of the data given is the raw GPS coordinates that has not been screened for error, hence error correction is also needed to prevent erroneous data from affecting the calculations of trips taken by the vehicles. …”
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