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Dr Sun Changqing was bestowed the First KIA Laureate of the 25th Khwarizmi International Award for his“Original Contributions to the Coordination bond-band Theory”. With the presence of the Ambassadors of the KIA Laureates’ country, eminent scientists, the Jury, international organization representatives, etc., A/Prof Sun received personally the award from Iran’s President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Feb 5th.

Named after the 9th Century Persian mathematician, astronomer and geographer Khwarizmi, the annual KIA, recognizes dedication, excellence and outstanding efforts in improving the effectiveness of Science and Technology. The selection criteria for the KIA are scientific significance, technical innovation, and economic and social impact of the project. The prize is comprised of a certificate, a trophy, and up to US$5,000 cash. KIA is sponsored by 15 international organizations including UNESCO, UNDP, WIPO, TWAS, UNIDO, WAITRO, etc.and organized by the Iranian Research Organization for Science and Technology.

There were 162 candidates from 46 foreign countries running for the 25th KIA. Seven winners were defined from Basic Science and Applied Research. CQ is the only one who was honored the foreign First Laureate.

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21 July, 2009

SNIC is saddened at the loss of Emeritus Professor Kiang Ai Kim, who passed away peacefully on 18 July 2009.

Professor Kiang was always interested in the activities and initiatives organized by the Department of Chemistry and the National University of Singapore in general, lending his utmost support whenever possible.

In spite of the heavy duties as administrator, teacher and research scholar, he was very active in public and social services. He was a founding member of a number of clubs and associations, such as the Singapore National Institute of Chemistry (SNIC), the Gan Eng Seng School Old Students' Association (GESSOSA), the Singapore Institute of Food Science and Technology (SIFST).

By dint of hard work and determination, and endowed with more than a fair share of brilliance, Emeritus Professor Kiang Ai Kim has made his mark in Singapore and in the scientific world. His very person and extensive contributions will continue to inspire and help many generations of future scholars and leaders of Singapore.

For those planning to pay their last respects, please note that Professor Kiang’s wake is held at Singapore Casket, Regency Room. ( Service is at 8pm on 20-21st July 2009)

Cortege leaves on Wednesday, 22 July 2009 at 1.00 pm for Service at St Andrew’s Cathedral and thereafter at 1.30pm to Mandai Crematorium Hall 4 for cremation at 3.45 pm.

SNIC would like to congratulate Prof Lee Hian Kee for his excellent work and research in analytical chemistry.

The Executive Committee (EXCO) of the Federation of Asian Chemical Societies (FACS), at its 55th EXCO Meeting held in Bohol, The Philippines on April 13, 2009, has decided to award Prof Lee the FACS Foundation Lectureship 2009. The EXCO is of the opinion that he truly deserve the highest award of FACS.

We are very proud of Prof Lee’s achievement and wishes him continued success.

SNIC is represented by Professor Andy Hor, President of SNIC at the annual management meeting of Asian Chemical Editorial Societies (ACES). This year, the meeting is conducted in Seoul, Korea. SNIC co-owns the ASIAN journal. These are some pictures taken during the meeting.

The rise of molecular research and interaction among the sciences inject new life into the discipline
BY Prof. Andy Hor. Click here to read the article. Click here to see the article as it appeared in the Straits Times of 27th October 2007.

The National University of Singapore, Department of Pharmacy is launching a master programme titled "Master of Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology)". This course aims to provide specialized trainings to professionals who are involved or interested in the Pharmaceutical Industry, especially in the area of process technology, formulation science, regulatory compliance and quality assurance.

The course will commence on January 2008 and it can be completed on either a full-time or a part-time basis. For more information, please click here.

The President of SNIC, Prof Andy Hor, hosted a working dinner on 14 February 2007 with the ex-President of RSC whereby the two parties signed an MOU for partnership. Under this international cooperation agreement, members of both societies can share many benefits and privileges offered by both societies. The dinner was attended by the Acting British High Commissioner, and representatives from British High Commission (Singapore), SNIC Council and selected senior members. Click here to read more

Dear Members,

We are pleased to inform that travel grant for 12 ACC will be awarded to the following applicants:

1. Teo Peili
2. Neo Kian Eang
3. Sim Siang Tze Victor
4. Yen Swee Kuan
5. Han Xiaoyan
6. Li Jingqiu

The 12th Asian Chemical Congress (12ACC), organised by the Federation of Asian Chemical Societies (FACS), will be held in the Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from August 23 - 25, 2007.

With the theme of 'Chemistry for Development, Environment and Sustainability in Asia', 12ACC will focus on chemistry for knowledge creation, economic development, environmental management and sustainability. It is expected to be the biggest gathering (in the ACC series) with more than 1,000 scientists from all over the world.

SNIC believes in inculcating a learning mindset in our members, and conferences like 12ACC are conducive for exchange of professional views and interest. We are pleased to inform that SNIC has secured a sponsorship from Lee Foundation to support our members to attend the 12ACC.

The Council has decided to award a limited number of 'Travel Grants' to our student members who are attending this conference. Each grant will carry a cheque of $350 contributing to your travel expenses.

The grant is awarded on a competitive basis. Those who meet the following criteria will meet the basic qualifications:

1. Bona fide SNIC member who is a full-time (undergraduate or graduate) student in a tertiary institute (university or polytechnic) in Singapore;
2. Registering for and presenting a paper (oral or poster) at 12ACC.

Chemistry — An Asian Journal is published monthly as a sister publication to Chemistry—A European Journal and Angewandte Chemie.

Chemistry — An Asian Journal is intended to become an international high-impact journal for chemistry in its broadest sense. The journal covers all aspects of chemistry from biochemistry through organic and inorganic chemistry to physical chemistry, including interdisciplinary topics. The journal publishes Full Papers and Focus Reviews.

A professional editorial team headed by Dr. Peter Gölitz (also Editor of Angewandte Chemie) and an Editorial Board headed by Professor Ryoji Noyori (Nobel Laureate) ensures the highest quality of the peer-review process, the contents and the production of the journal. Click here to access editorials.

Chemistry — An Asian Journal is co-owned by the Chinese Chemical Society, the Chemical Research Society of India, the Chemical Society of Japan, the Korean Chemical Society, the Singapore National Institute of Chemistry, and the Chemical Society Located in Taipei, China, which form the Asian Chemical Editorial Society (ACES).

Please submit your next excellent manuscript to Chemistry - An Asian Journal (for submission, please go to the journal homepage at www.chemasianj.org).

We are delighted to inform that Dr. Toh Chee Seng, Honorary Treasurer for SNIC, has been selected by SNAS to represent Singapore at the “Global Scientific Challenges: Perspectives from Young Scientists” conference organised by the International Council for Science (ICSU).

ICSU is a non-governmental organization representing a global membership that includes 111 national scientific bodies and 29 international scientific unions.

Through its extensive international network, ICSU often provides a forum for discussion of issues relevant to policy for international science and the importance of international science for policy issues.

In conjunction with its 75th anniversary celebration, the ICSU will organise a conference for young scientists to discuss and address some of today’s important scientific challenges in a multidisciplinary and international environment. The conference, entitled “Global Scientific Challenges: Perspectives from Young Scientists”, will be held in Lindau, Germany from 4th to 6th April 2007.

More information about the conference may be found at http://www.icsu.org/10_icsu75/75ANNIV_Young.html