Faculty
![]() Ang Lay Kee, Ricky Associate Provost, International Relations, and Ng Teng Fong Chair Professor for SUTD-ZJU IDEA PhD, University of Michigan |
![]() Pey Kin Leong Associate Provost, Digital Learning PhD, National University of Singapore |
![]() Low Hong Yee Head of Pillar (EPD), Associate Professor (EPD), Co-Advisor of Dyson-SUTD Innovation Studio PhD, Case Western Reserve University |
![]() Yeo Kiat Seng Advisor for Global Partnerships PhD, Nanyang Technological University |
![]() Yang Hui Ying Programme Director (NEED), Professor |
![]() Ye Ai Associate Professor PhD, Old Dominion University |
![]() Cai Kui Associate Professor JointPhD, Technical University of Eindhoven, The Netherlands & National University of Singapore |
![]() Ngai-Man (Man) Cheung Associate Head of Pillar (Education, ISTD), Associate Professor PhD, University of Southern California |
![]() Mohan Rajesh Elara Associate Professor PhD, Nanyang Technological University |
![]() Foong Shaohui Associate Head of Pillar (EPD), Co-Director for Dyson-SUTD Innovation Studio, and Associate Professor PhD, Georgia Institute of Technology |
![]() Michinao Hashimoto Associate Professor PhD, Harvard University |
![]() Lu Wei Associate Head of Pillar (Research, ISTD), Associate Professor PhD, Singapore-MIT Alliance, National University of Singapore |
![]() Nagarajan Raghavan Associate Professor PhD, Nanyang Technological University |
![]() Tan U-Xuan Programme Director, SUTD Technology Enterprenuership Programme (STEP), Associate Professor PhD, Nanyang Technological University |
![]() Joel Yang Associate Professor PhD, Massachusetts Institute of Technology |
![]() Desmond Loke Assistant Professor PhD, National University of Singapore |
![]() Teo Tee Hui Senior Lecturer PhD, Nanyang Technological University |
![]() Shubhakar Kalya Senior Lecturer PhD, Nanyang Technological University |
Research Facilities
Under the NEED programme, students will have access to cutting-edge research facilities in SUTD such as the Electronic Design Laboratory (EDL), an electronic design and innovation hub which supports research and design activities in the broad areas of electronic circuits and systems.
The EDL houses a high-performance wire bonding machine, a wedge bonder, a probe station, an oscilloscope, a spectrum analyzer and several workstations with EDA software as well as test and measuring equipment.
What's next
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Frequently asked questions
I am not sure if my solution or research is eligible.
We are actively looking out for new solutions and research to be commercialised! Do share with us your idea at entrepreneurship@sutd.edu.sg and we can advise you further.
Are there any conditions to spending?
Yes, the grant is subject to funding guidelines set by the funding agencies to ensure that they are properly utilised. Please contact us at entrepreneurship@sutd.edu.sg to find out about what is fundable and what is not.
Does every member of a team applying for D2V Grant need to be from SUTD?
No, teams do not need to be composed entirely of SUTD members. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, including members from other Institutions of Higher Learning or the industry. However, the team must include at least one SUTD-affiliated founding member who holds a minimum shareholding of 30% in the company to be incorporated.
What kind of support can I receive?
We provide aspiring founders with a range of incubation support from mentors, industry experts, dedicated venture partners, networking opportunities and introductions to potential investors.
I have received prior grants. Am I eligible to apply?
We administer a range of grants which can also apply to teams that have received prior grants. Please contact us at entrepreneurship@sutd.edu.sg to find out if you are eligible.
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