National Chemistry Week

Organiser & Partners

The National Chemistry Week is organsied by:
	Singapore National Institute of Chemistry The Singapore National Institute of Chemistry (SNIC) was established in March 1970 as a national body for the chemical profession in Singapore. The aim of the institute is to promote the advancement of Chemistry in Singapore, to safeguard standards of training and conduct within the profession of Chemistry and to inform the public of the ways in which Chemistry serves the community.

In partnership with:
	National University of Singapore, Dept of Chemistry and Food Science and Technology Programme, Faculty of Science The National University of Singapore, Faculty of Science offers value-added education that prepares individual to take up the challenges of the future. The Faculty's constant efforts to excel in research include recruiting scientists of the highest calibres from all over the world, collaborating with top universities, and investing in cutting-edge research facilities. In 2009 Faculty of Science and the Department of Chemistry will be celebrating their 80th anniversary. On the other hand, the Food Science and Technology Programme will be celebrating its 10th Anniversary in 2009. http://www.science.nus.edu.sg http://www.chemistry.nus.edu.sg http://www.fst.nus.edu.sg

	Ministry Of Education The Ministry of Education (MOE) directs the formulation and implementation of education policies. MOE aims to help our students to discover their own talents, to make the best of these talents and realise their full potential, and to develop a passion for learning that lasts through life. http://www.moe.gov.sg

	Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences (ICES) Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences (ICES) is a member of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). Established in 2002, its mission is to carry out world class scientific research, to develop novel technology and to nurture creative scientists and engineers to support economic growth in Singapore and to make a positive difference to society. The research area covers chemistry and chemical engineering science, combined with advanced analytical characterisation and measurement to develop state of the art technology for the petrochemical, general chemical, fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries. http://www.ices.a-star.edu.sg

	Science Centre Singapore Science Centres is a non-formal educational institution dedicated to the promotion of science and technology among students and members of the public. As a leading Science Centre in the region, it has twelve exhibition galleries with more than 1,000 exhibits, and another 18,000 sq metres of outdoor space showcasing the exhibits of the Waterworks, Ecogarden and the Kinetic Garden. The Centre also houses the Omni-Theatre – Singapore’s only IMAX dome-shaped theatre with a capacity of 276 seats. The 40-minute educational IMAX movies provide an immersive, cinematic experience for all in the family. Science Centre receives more than 900,000 visitors annually. http://www.science.edu.sg

	East Zone S&T Centre at Victoria Junior College The East Zone S&T Centre @ Victoria Junior College is a zonal centre set up jointly by the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (ASTAR) and Victoria Junior College in support of research activities and to enthuse students in science and technology beyond the formal curriculum. The centre’s mission is to serve as an incubator of future scientists and technopreneurs by providing a conducive environment for students and teachers to explore, experiment and share their knowledge in science and technology. The centre is managed by Victoria Junior College which organizes activities such as ASTAR Science Fair, DSTA-DSO Robotics Challenge, Amazing Forensic Science Race and workshops on emerging areas of science to keep students and teachers in touch with current scientific developments. http://www.vjc.moe.edu.sg/

	St Andrew's Junior College St Andrew's Junior College is an aided mission college run by the Anglican, Lutheran and Presbyterian Churches. We have our origins in St Andrew's School, which was founded in 1862 by the Anglican Diocese. Pre-university classes which were a precursor to the College started up in the school after World War II. The College as a separate extension of the school was started in 1978. At St Andrew's Junior College we have a great Mission: "Empowering Saints to Learn, to Lead and to Serve." The education we provide at St Andrew's is one that ignites the passion for learning in our students as well as opens the doors of many opportunities for them to succeed in life. We aim to equip our students with a strong foundation in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes they will need to take on the future challenges of the rapidly changing world we live in. http://www.standrewsjc.moe.edu.sg/

	NUS High School The National University of Singapore High School of Mathematics and Science (NUS High School) is a 6-year high school that emphasises critical thinking, independent learning, problem solving, writing, research and excellence in science and technology within a broad-based curriculum using innovative teaching methods and technologically rich classrooms. NUS High School will nurture dynamic and well-rounded individuals who will pursue the highest standards in Mathematics and Science. They will have a keen sense of responsibility towards the local and global community, and will be poised to make distinguished contributions in all walks of life.

	Yishun Junior College YJC offers flexible subject combination in order to cater to the needs and interests of students. Students are given the option to study subjects of their choice if they meet subjects' prerequisites. In terms of CCA, YJC also offers a wide range of activities for students to choose from such as archery, sailing, fencing etc. YJC clinched the Sustained Achievement Award Academic Value-added (SAA Value-added), SAA (Aesthetics) and SAA (Physical Fitness) in 2008. In the same year, the College has also garnered the CHERISH Award (Silver) and Character Development (Merit. Secondary school students with good academic results who choose the college as their first choice for their JC education are eligible to apply for the Yishun Junior College Academic Scholarship Awards http://www.yishunjc.moe.edu.sg

	BASF BASF is the world’s leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from oil and gas to chemicals, plastics, performance products, agricultural products and fine chemicals. As a reliable partner BASF helps its customers in virtually all industries to be more successful. With its high-value products and intelligent solutions, BASF plays an important role in finding answers to global challenges such as climate protection, energy efficiency, nutrition and mobility. BASF has more than 95,000 employees and posted sales of almost €58 billion in 2007. Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at As the world’s leading chemical company, BASF plays a decisive role in shaping the future. Sustainable actions as well as the ongoing quest for innovation drive our business activities. They enable us to find answers to global challenges. We not only set ourselves high energy efficiency goals, but with our innovative products we help our customers to save resources and energy, protect the climate and environment and in this way grow sustainably. This is our key to long-term growth. We combine economic success with social responsibility and environmental protection. Our economic success depends on social acceptance and on the confidence that those around us have in our actions. For BASF, having a future-oriented corporate policy means taking on social responsibility. This applies especially in the communities and regions in which our sites are located. Education is the focal point of our social commitment. http:// www.basf.com

	Nanyang Polytechnic Nanyang Polytechnic offers quality diploma education in engineering, design, interactive & digital media, IT, business management, health sciences, chemical & life sciences. NYP collaborates closely with industry on cutting-edge technology projects and initiatives, to keep its staff and students abreast of the latest developments and demands of the industry. It also provides manpower development programmes for companies and working professionals in support of continuing education and lifelong learning. http://www.nyp.edu.sg

	Ngee Ann Polytechnic Ngee Ann Polytechnic is one of Singapore’s institutions of higher learning. Its eight academic schools offer a total of 39 full-time diploma courses and a good range of part-time diploma courses. The Polytechnic offers students a holistic learning experience through the Ngee Ann Learning Model (NLM), which emphasizes balanced and broad-based education. http://www.np.edu.sg

	Republic Polytechnic Republic Polytechnic, the fifth polytechnic in Singapore, was born out of the conviction that the education landscape would benefit from diversity - both in the way the campus is built to enable learning, and the delivery of its curriculum which is geared towards technical education for the young in a vibrant city state with its attendant demands on citizens being entrepreneurial, innovative problem solvers. http://www.rp.sg

	Temasek Polytechnic Temasek Polytechnic is a significant contributor to the field of para-professional education in Singapore. It offers 43 full-time diploma courses and over 40 part-time courses to about 13,000 students a year. Since 1997, it has been a champion of the Problem-based Learning approach which promotes independent study, self-reflection and creative thinking - qualities that will give their graduates a distinct advantage over others in an ever-changing economic landscape http://www.tp.edu.sg

	Nanyang Technological University NTU is an internationally reputed research-intensive tertiary institution. Our broad-based education covers science and technology, business and the arts, entrepreneurial and leadership skills to prepare students for the global working world. http://www.ntu.edu.sg

	Temasek Junior College Temasek Excellence is about holistic excellence - it is about developing greatness in intellect, character and leadership. In 2008, Temasek Junior College was one of three schools that received the prestigious School Excellence Award (SEA) from MOE. The SEA is the highest and most prestigious award in the MoA framework and serves as a mark of distinction for schools that have achieved sustained achievements in a wide spectrum of student development processes. TJC also achieved the Best Practice Awards for Student All-Round Development, Teaching & Learning, as well as Staff Well-Being. TJC is the Centre of Excellence for Action Research and hosts Research@EastZone. Opportunities for intellectual development include Olympiads and attachment programmes, while opportunities for character and leadership include PDP leadership, OBS courses, leadership camps, Overseas Outreach, Student Interest Groups and Special Project Groups. In addition, selected students will be invited to apply for and be placed on the Mazarin Programme, which is TJC’s flagship talent development programme, where Mazarinites are mentored by the College Admin, HODs, DyHODs and specialist tutors, attend a variety of workshops and are heavily involved in College Development Programmes.

	Institute of Technical Education The Institute of Technical Education (ITE) provides secondary school leavers and adult learners with a Hands-on, Minds-on and Hearts-oneducation that equips students with skills, knowledge and values to open up their opportunities and prepare them for careers and further learning. ITE offers a wide range of over 70 market-relevant courses in the Applied & Health Sciences, Business & Services, Design & Media, Electronics & Info-Comm Technology and Engineering fields. Singapore's largest single provider of mainstream education, ITE is the only education institution in Singapore to have won the prestigious Singapore Quality Award, in 2005. ITE also won the inaugural Harvard-IBM Innovations Award in Transforming Government, in 2007, a global award administered by Ash Institute for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government.