Singapore's Top Chemist Lu Yixin Joins EIT
Lu Yixin, a fellow of the Singapore National Academy of Science, will leave his role at the National University of Singapore to take a full-time position at the Chinese university in January 2027
Singapore's top chemist, Lu Yixin, has confirmed that he will join Chinese university EIT in a full-time role in January 2027. Lu Yixin is currently a professor with the National University of Singapore (NUS) and holds various prestigious titles, including fellow of the Singapore National Academy of Science and president of the Singapore National Institute of Chemistry.
Lu Yixin is also the NUS Provost’s Chair Professor, a position that reflects his academic excellence. Despite his upcoming move to EIT, Lu Yixin has stated that he will remain committed to his current duties at NUS for the coming months.
EIT, a privately-funded research institute, has attracted several prominent academics in recent times. Lu Yixin's decision to join the institute is seen as a significant development in the academic community.
The move is expected to take place in January 2027, when Lu Yixin will take up his full-time role at EIT. As one of the leading chemists in Singapore, Lu Yixin's departure from NUS is likely to have an impact on the academic landscape in the region.
## Why it matters The departure of Lu Yixin from NUS to EIT highlights the growing trend of prominent academics moving to privately-funded research institutes. This shift can have significant implications for the academic community, as well as the development of research and innovation in the region. As a fellow of the Singapore National Academy of Science and president of the Singapore National Institute of Chemistry, Lu Yixin's move to EIT is likely to be closely watched by his peers and the academic community at large.
