Past Events

The Singapore government has the stated goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the coming decades and becoming carbon neutral in the next century. This goal is supported by various policy measures, such as the introduction of a carbon tax and the increasing import of renewable electricity from various countries. The carbon tax is to rise to SGD 80 by 2030. This would have far-reaching consequences to the economic viability of the power plant fleet.​ In this workshop, we will show how such a development could make new technologies feasible, particularly retrofitting of existing gas-fired power plants with carbon capture technologies.​ Date: Friday 7th November 2025 Time: 10am – 2pm Location: CREATE Tower, Seminar room, Level 2 ​RSVP to the workshop here!

Date: Monday 10th November 2025 Time: 9am – 6pm  Location: Nexus @ Punggol Coast Mall (88 Punggol Way, Punggol Digital District)   The exclusive invite-only TFoodS Conference on food science, technology, and innovation will see international industry professionals, start-ups, professors, and researchers convene for discussions on their latest research results and cutting-edge technologies. Please email tfoods@tum-create.edu.sg if you are keen to attend. Read more about TFoodS and the exciting events here: TFOODS 2025

Ever wonder what could we be eating in the future? How can science tackle food security? Or how can you contribute to food resilience?  Mark your calendars for the TFoodS – Introducing Alternative Proteins exhibition, organised by TUMCREATE’s Proteins4Singapore research programme to find out!  Date: Sunday 9th November 2025 Time: 1pm – 6pm  Location: Nexus @ Punggol Coast Mall (88 Punggol Way, Punggol Digital District)     Highlights: Guest-of-honour: Mr Zaqy Mohamad, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment & Ministry of Defence Informative panels on food security and sustainability  Interactive demonstrations that bring science and food tech to life  Hands-on activities for families to explore science in fun, creative ways  Micro talks  Alternative protein tasting sessions  Register for free here to book your spot! Read more about TFoodS and the exciting events here: TFOODS 2025  

Join us to hear from physicians and engineers on the future of hematology. The programme includes a keynote by PD Dr. Martin Schlegel (Technical University of Munich) on sepsis diagnostics, insights into technology developed at CREATE, and a round-table on clinical unmet needs. Date: 28 Aug 2025 (Thursday) Time: 10am – 4pm Venue: CREATE Tower, Level 2 Theatrette. Singapore 138602 Kindly RSVP via this form or scan the QR code in the flyer below. This is an in-person event only. You are welcome to join us for the morning or afternoon session if you are not able to attend the whole session.  We look forward to an engaging day of discussions and meaningful connections.

TUMCREATE is celebrating a major milestone as we look back on fifteen years of amazing research, innovations, and collaborations. Join us as we honour our journey and look ahead to the future! You are warmly invited to our celebration on Wednesday and Thursday, 18th and 19th June 2025. Look forward to an exciting lineup of poster pitches, inspiring discussions, and the chance to connect with our researchers to learn about our work.   Dress code: Business casual Address: CREATE Tower. 1 Create Way, Singapore 138602 Please find the tentative programme below and kindly RSVP here by 4th June.   During registration, you’ll be asked to indicate which Poster and Showcase Session you would like to join. Please only select the sessions that fit your schedule. We look forward to celebrating with you and strengthening our vibrant, collaborative community together.   Wednesday 18th June Time Programme Venue 2.30pm – 3.15pm Poster Pitches CREATE Theatrette, Level 2 3.15pm – 4.00pm Tea and Coffee   4.00pm – 5.00pm Poster and Showcase Session 1   CREATE Gallery and Seminar Room, Level 2 5.00pm – 6.00pm Poster and Showcase Session 2   Thursday 19th June Time Programme Venue 9.00am – 10.00am   Poster and Showcase Session 3   CREATE Gallery and Seminar Room, Level 2 10.00am – 11.00am Panel Discussion – “Driving Innovation Through Research: Bridging Academia and Industry Across Borders” CREATE Theatrette, Level 2 until 1.00pm Open networking & refreshments  

You’re warmly invited to TUMCREATE’s Energy Seminar. Join us for an enlightening guest lecture by the esteemed Prof. Dr. Thomas Hamacher on Thursday, 27th March on ‘The Solar Revolution or Greenhouse Gas Emissions Might Reduce Faster Than Expected’. Date: 27 March 2025 (Thursday) Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Venue: Pinnacle L16, CREATE Tower Type: In-Person Talk, ensuing Q&A, networking with refreshments Please register here!    Prof Hamacher’s Bio: Prof Hamacher conducts research on energy and systems analysis, focusing on urban energy systems, the integration of renewable energy into the power grid, and innovative nuclear systems (including fusion). Other focuses of his work are the methods and fundamentals of energy models. He has been working as PI in various projects in TUMCREATE since 2011. After studying physics in Bonn, Aachen and Columbia University (New York), Prof Hamacher received a doctorate from the University of Hamburg for his work on baryonic beta decay. He has been with the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics since 1996, and most recently as head of the Energy and System Studies Group. From 2010 to 2013, he served as acting head of the Chair of Energy Management and Application Technology. In 2013, he was appointed Full Professor for Renewable and Sustainable Energy Systems. Furthermore, he is the Director at the Munich Institute of Integrated Materials, Energy and Process Engineering (MEP). Prof Hamacher also is a member of the Environmental Science Centre (WZU) of the University of Augsburg.

Join TUMCREATE research associate, Kerem Delikoyun working on the CellFACE project at the Biology@CREATE Seminar Series. He will speak about AI-enhanced Imaging Flow Cytometry for Hidden Haematology Biomarkers. Date: Friday 28th February Time: 11am-12pm Venue: CREATE Tower Level 2 Theatrette, 1 Create Way, Singapore 138602

Are you passionate about the future of food in Singapore? Be part of this Food@CREATE seminar hosted by CREATE Research Programmes in Food  Illinois Advanced Research Center at Singapore: Centre for Precision Fermentation and Sustainability (PreFerS) Singapore-HUJ Alliance for Research and Enterprise (SHARE): Bioengineering Tools for Next-Generation Cellular Agriculture (CellAg) Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART): Disruptive & Sustainable Technologies for Agricultural Precision (DiSTAP) TUMCREATE: Proteins4Singapore (P4SG) Wageningen University & Research: SingFarms Date: 13 March 2025, Thursday Time: 9am – 1pm  Venue: CREATE Tower, Seminar Room @ Level 2, 1 Create Way, Singapore 138602 Register: here   What’s in Store? Insights from Leading Principal Investigators – Discover cutting-edge projects revolutionising food sustainability Technical Talks by Research Fellows – Dive into breakthrough research with in-depth discussions Dynamic Panel Discussion – Engage with experts on the future of food research in Singapore Poster Pitches & Networking Lunch – Connect with fellow researchers, explore ideas, and collaborations   Time Agenda 09:00 AM Welcome & Introduction 09:05 AM Project Showcases by Lead PIs 09:30 AM Research Talks & Q&A 10:45 AM Coffee & Conversations 11:00 AM Expert Panel Discussion (TBC) 11:45 AM Rapid-Fire Poster Pitches 12:00 PM Networking Lunch & Poster Session

TFoodS is the annual conference on food science, technology, and innovation organised by TUMCREATE. Global experts of food texturisation, agriculture, nutrition, food chemistry, health, and the circular economy will converge in Singapore to discuss their latest findings, present new insights, and engage in dynamic panel discussions. We bridge academia, industry, and public agencies to shape the future of food with you! Discover cutting-edge novelties at our Food Sci & Tech Innovation Fair. TFoodS showcases revolutionary alternative protein products and innovative technologies from both young and leading companies in Singapore and across the globe. Witness groundbreaking ideas come to life at our exciting International Pitch Competition, where visionary creators present new food products for a new era of food production. Experience the excitement of food science with TFoodS 2024 and explore the pioneering research of TUMCREATE’s ‘Proteins4Singapore’ programme, supported by the National Research Foundation under the Prime Minister’s Office, Singapore, as part of the CREATE initiative. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the food revolution. Dive into the future of food with us at TFoodS 2024! Check out the programme here!

Submit your abstract on the topic of Alternative Proteins for a chance to shine on stage and contribute to the future of food science now. This is a unique opportunity for researchers, innovators, and thought leaders to showcase their work to an audience comprising of industry experts, academic professionals, and R&D leaders.   Extended Abstract Submission Deadline: 16 October 2024 Notification of Posters Acceptance: 21 October 2024 Notification of Pitching on Stage: 21 October 2024 Submission of Artwork: 26 October 2024 Live Pitch Session: 5 November 2024 at the TFoodS Conference Click here for more details about TFoodS