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National Research Foundation, Singapore (NRF)

NRF Investigatorship

Discover how the NRF Investigatorship supports top scientists in Singapore to pursue bold, high-risk research and drive ground-breaking discoveries.

Last updated 18 March 2026
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NRF aims to develop a strong science research and manpower base in Singapore. It runs initiatives to attract and retain top scientists, support competitive funding of research, establish world-leading research centres and engage eminent science and technology leaders.

The NRF Investigatorship provides opportunities for scientists and researchers to pursue ground-breaking, high-risk research. It is designed to support a small number of excellent Principal Investigators who have a track record of research achievements that identify them as leaders in their respective field(s) of research.

View list of awarded NRF Investigators.