Singapore AI Research Week

Presentation of CNRS@CREATE

Demo 1: DesCartes Augmented 3D-Printed Marina Bay Twin Model

This mixed-reality demo, featuring a scaled-down 3D-printed model of the Marina Bay Sands district, allows participants to experience the adaptive trajectory of a drone in downtown Singapore in real time, under varying conditions such as wind, temperature, and pollution.

Demo 2: DesCartes Hybrid Digital Twins

Using an interactive table specifically designed for decision-making, along with Hololenses, participants can interact with the digital twin of Marina Bay district. In real time, they can understand and visualize how different conditions (wind, temperature, pollution, no-fly zones, etc.) impact these neighbourhoods.

Demo 3: Boid Corner Interactive Installation

Drawing on both the Singaporean tradition of Birds Corners and the pioneering artificial life/swarm AI programs (‘Boid’ as bird-like object), this interactive, thought-provoking installation tracks visitors’ hand poses and turns them into virtual wings/birds, while visualising and extrapolating data. By experimenting with playful interactions and data visualizations, the aim is to make the visitors of the installation reflect on some of the critical issues at stake when it comes to AI, data collection, biometric identifiers, human digital twins and the use of technology in public spaces.

14:05 - 14:35: M3S Presentation

Mens, Manus, and Machina (M3S) is an interdisciplinary research group established in July 2023 under MIT’s SMART program in Singapore. Drawing inspiration from MIT’s motto, “mens et manus” (mind and hand), M3S is dedicated to the practical application of AI and machine learning. The initiative explores key challenges in technology design, human skill development, and societal adaptation within the evolving landscape of AI, automation, and robotics.

The visit will feature an overview presentation on M3S by the Scientific Director, followed by poster presentations from Postdoctoral Associates showcasing ongoing research.

14:35 - 15:05: Guided Tour of M3S Lab

The visit will conclude with a guided lab tour, led by the Program Manager, where researchers will demonstrate prototypes in development and discuss their practical applications, highlighting M3S’s role in bridging AI research and real-world impact.

16:15 - 16:25: Cambridge CARES Presentation

16:25 - 16:45: AI-Driven Discovery of Metal-Organic Polyhedra for Sustainable Applications

We present an integrated computational framework for the exploration, design, and synthesis of Metal-Organic Polyhedra (MOPs). Using the OntoMOPs ontology and assembly models (AMs), we rationally designed 1,418 novel MOP structures from 151 known examples, streamlining the selection of lab-ready candidates. We developed an automated structural modelling tool that generates atomic-scale MOP models using geometric data and predefined motifs, validated against experimental data and integrated into The World Avatar for high-throughput screening. Additionally, we introduced “Marie”, a semantic AI agent powered by GPT-4o-mini, which interprets natural language queries and provides access to existing and newly designed MOPs, along with their measured or predicted geometric properties.  We have also developed a separate large language model-based agent that extracts synthesis information from literature and adds it to MOP instances in the knowledge graph, enabling the generation of structured synthesis protocols or trends in parameters. This framework bridges theoretical design and experimental practice, advancing autonomous material discovery pipelines for applications of choice.

14:45 - 17:05: Digital Lab Framework powered by The World Avatar

We introduce a unified framework for automating laboratory management and enabling distributed self-driving laboratories (SDLs) via The World Avatar. By integrating ontologies, RFID/QR technologies, mobile applications, and autonomous agents, the Digital Laboratory Framework (DLF) addresses lab management challenges such as hazardous chemical tracking and asset management while facilitating collaborative closed-loop optimisation across geographically dispersed labs. Demonstrated applications include an automated explosive chemical tracking system and a mobile asset management app, alongside real-time, multi-objective reaction optimisation by robots in Cambridge and Singapore. This approach enhances productivity, reduces human error, ensures FAIR data practices, and lays the foundation for a globally interconnected network of SDLs, advancing scalable, modular lab automation. 

SUTD AI Research Day brings together academic and industry researchers to showcase state-of-the-art advancements, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations in artificial intelligence research.

The event will feature discussions on state-of-the-art machine learning techniques, AI-driven solutions to real-world challenges—including multimodal AI, energy-efficient models, and human-AI collaboration—as well as innovative applications of AI in healthcare, robotics, security, and design.

SUTD AI Research Day offers an excellent platform for faculty, students, and professionals to gain international exposure, engage with leading experts, and explore the future of AI research.

This AI introductory course will also provide students with the opportunity to complete the online course on their own to earn an industry-recognized IBM SkillsBuild digital badge / credential. IBM SkillsBuild badge earners can showcase their skills and achievements to schools & employers with industry-recognized certifications.

Students who have earned their AI Foundations digital badge / credential are invited to learn more about the fascinating world of the Tech industry at IBM Singapore. IBM professionals will conduct hands-on Master classes and share their career experiences.

This AI introductory course will also provide students with the opportunity to complete the online course on their own to earn an industry-recognized IBM SkillsBuild digital badge / credential. IBM SkillsBuild badge earners can showcase their skills and achievements to schools & employers with industry-recognized certifications.

Students who have earned their AI Foundations digital badge / credential are invited to learn more about the fascinating world of the Tech industry at IBM Singapore. IBM professionals will conduct hands-on Master classes and share their career experiences.

The National Olympiad in AI (NOAI) is Singapore’s premier AI competition, aimed at discovering, inspiring, and developing the next generation of AI creators. Organised by AI Singapore in collaboration with Nanyang Technological University (NTU), this inaugural edition of NOAI serves as both a learning platform and a gateway for students to represent Singapore at the prestigious International Olympiad in AI (IOAI).

The SIT x NVIDIA AI Centre (SNAIC) is a premier hub for advancing translational AI technologies, co-founded by the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and NVIDIA. Our mission is to empower industry partners with cutting-edge AI solutions that drive innovation, enhance efficiency, and accelerate business growth.

Join us for an engaging half-day event where we showcase innovative AI projects in Large Language Models (LLMs), Multimodal AI, and Generative AI. Gain valuable insights into how these technologies are being adapted to solve real-world industry challenges and create new opportunities across sectors.

Stay tuned for more details as the date approaches—we look forward to seeing you there!