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Singapore's top chemist Lu Yixin to join China's EIT in 2027

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Distinguished Singaporean chemist Lu Yixin will transition from his professorship at the National University of Singapore to a full-time role at the Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) in Ningbo, China. Lu, a prominent figure in Singapore's scientific community, is expected to join the private research institute in early 2027. His move highlights the growing trend of international academics joining Chinese research institutions. AI

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Singapore's top chemist Lu Yixin to join China's EIT in 2027

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Shi Huang ·

    Top Singaporean chemist Lu Yixin to join Chinese university EIT next year

    Singapore’s most decorated chemist has confirmed he will leave his present position to join the fledgling Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, eastern China. Lu Yixin, a professor with the National University of Singapore (NUS), said he planned to m…

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