Two leading clinician-scientists reflect on their journeys, their discoveries, and what it takes to inspire the next generation

This oncologist-turned-refomer is building a faster path to treatments

At a scientific symposium marking the School’s 20th anniversary, researchers traced the journeys of discovery that shaped their careers and transformed medicine

At its best, science communication is more than translation, and it is a moral act that connects discovery to humanity.

With the virus on the move, here’s how Duke-NUS researchers are trying to stop it in its tracks.

MEDICUS speaks with two medical educators about the impact of the pandemic on medical education and healthcare.

Professor Antonio Bertoletti and his team's findings that coronaviruses can induce long-lasting immunity impacted the management of the pandemic.

Computational methods, like EpiMOGRIFY, are giving developmental and stem cell biologists their own kind of magic. Learn more.

The heart expert from Canada talks to MEDICUS about his work on COVID and heart inflammation and his paradigm-shifting project to bring our brain and heart closer.

Discover the journeys of two eye specialists who are delving into AI to shape the future of healthcare.

Making sure that students don’t miss out in different modes of learning isn’t easy, but here’s how the Duke-NUS education team did it.

Our obsession with miracle cures and instant results makes us shun the long slog of patient maintenance as we grow older, but ageing successfully is an inside job, not a snake-oil potion.

Dive into the depths of public health innovation with Gertjan Medema as he shares his insights on wastewater-based epidemiology.

We talk to the global health reformer about what’s needed to bring health into all policies.

MEDICUS In Conversation With special guest host Professor Thomas Coffman speaks with the presidents of Duke and NUS about the future of higher education.

Sometimes the smallest things knock us sideways.

Simulations are key to nurturing patient-centred clinicians. Learn how Duke-NUS is integrating technology into learning experiences.

MEDICUS speaks with the Executive Director of Singapore's NCID about her reflections on the pandemic and the issues at stake.

Making innovations part of patient care takes more than time. It requires patience, grit and—perhaps—a dash of luck. But there is another secret to this recipe.

Duke-NUS overcame physical restrictions by going virtual recruitment and lessons in the cloud to enable students to flourish in the middle of COVID-19.

With an ageing population and chronic diseases on the rise, Duke-NUS researchers look beyond sick care to bring about a healthier Singapore.

A discovery opened an opportunity to develop a new approach to developing cancer immunotherapies designed to help a larger numbers of patients.

With advances in imaging, pathological investigations can potentially become more objective, precise and reproducible. Read more.

Health Minister Mr Ong Ye Kung talks about the latest initiative to keep Singaporeans healthy, his views on health and what is in store.

The mental toll of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic now affects one in three adults—particularly women, younger adults and those of lower socioeconomic status as a study by Tazeen Jafar’s team revealed.

Dr Yvonne Chia May Fen, alumna of Duke-NUS Medical School, went beyond her call of duty when caring for a patient fighting for his life with COVID-19.

Duke-NUS researchers are delving into our genes in the hopes of providing more effective care and groundbreaking advancements in tackling diseases.

Biodiversity and land use hold the key not only to pandemic preparedness but climate change mitigation, says the ecological pioneer.

Lifestyle medicine pioneer Beth Frates shares the six pillars essential for a healthy lifestyle.

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MEDICUS speaks to the Academic Medical Centre’s two research champions.

MEDICUS speaks to the Tsao Foundation Chairperson about successful ageing and what we can do to support and enable it.

Healthcare professionals at Singapore General Hospital worked together to adapt protocols and develop new training modules as the pandemic worsened.

Duke-NUS researchers dig deep to discover new uses for old drugs.

How mentorship shaped two Duke-NUS students’ relationships to work, their mentors, and life.

Jennifer Davis, Psychotherapist, Leadership Development Coach and Director of Duke-NUS, shares why it's important to build team resilience.

Father and son talk about the role of philanthropy today and how research-intensive institutions can resonate with philanthropists and communities.

What does a life in science look like? Seven women share a unique slice of their research life at Duke-NUS, shaped by where they stand in their careers.

NUS scientists find a molecular brake for liver cancer

Duke-NUS Dean Prof Thomas Coffman talks with his predecessor about the more memorable moments in the School’s history.

The visionary urban planner shares her strategies for creating liveable, sustainable cities amid global challenges.

We speak to Professor Thomas Coffman, Dean of Duke-NUS, and Professor Ivy Ng, Group CEO of SingHealth, about the Academic Medical Centre's success.

In this issue of MEDICUS, we look at what Enleofen’s recent deal means for Singapore’s life science start-up scene.

Scientists mine laminins’ healing power to fix broken hearts, treat eye disorders and severe burns.

Three medical students share their hopes, fears and dreams for an AI-enabled healthcare future.

MEDICUS speaks to former Duke-NUS Governing Board Member Professor Victor Dzau about lessons from the pandemic and creating a healthier future for everyone.

Duke-NUS experts distill vaccine know-how into three-day masterclass, part of the School’s commitment to lifelong learning.