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2024 - 12 - 4

NTU's Heartfelt Tragedy: A New AI Professorship Amidst a Sudden Loss

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A monumental S$6M donation for AI research at NTU contrasts with the unfortunate passing of a young student. Let's dive in!

In a recent twist of fate, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) has announced a significant new development in its academic landscape—a professorship dedicated to artificial intelligence. This development comes on the heels of a generous S$6 million donation from the Chen Yidan Foundation, established by Dr. Charles Chen Yidan, a visionary who co-founded Tencent, one of the largest internet companies in Asia. The endowment aims to bolster research and understanding of AI, showcasing NTU's commitment to keeping pace with technological advancements and nurturing the next generation of innovative thinkers.

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New Professorship in AI established with S$6 million gift from Chen ... (Nanyang Technological University)

The Chen Yidan Foundation, started by Dr Charles Chen Yidan, a Core Founder of Tencent, one of Asia's largest internet companies, has pledged a gift of SGD6 ...

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21-year-old man found dead at NTU hostel (AsiaOne)

A man was found dead at Tanjong Hall, a hostel at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU). The police told AsiaOne that they received a call for ...

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NTU student, 21, found dead at resident hall (Mothership.sg)

Warning: This article contains content that some may find disturbing. Audience discretion is advised. A 21-year-old Nanyang Technological University (NTU) ...

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21-year-old student found dead in NTU dormitory, police do not ... (Must Share News)

An engineering student was found dead in a Nanyang Technological University (NTU) dormitory. The police do not suspect foul play.

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21YO NTU Student Found Dead in NTU's Tanjong Hall on 3 Dec (Goody Feed)

On Tuesday (3 December), the Singapore Police Force (SPF) received a call for assistance at 64 Nanyang Crescent at around 7:45 am. Image: Google ...

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21-year-old NTU student found dead in campus residence (The Online Citizen SG)

A 21-year-old male student at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) was found dead in his campus dormitory on 3 December 2024. The incident occurred at the ...

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21-year-old man found dead at NTU's Tanjong Hall, no foul play ... (STOMP)

The police received a call for assistance at 64 Nanyang Crescent on Dec 3, at about 7.45am. The man was found lying motionless and was pronounced dead by a ...

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