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Stories from Eye N’ Brain Research Group
2026
ENB Research Group at ISER 2026
Dr Murali represented ENB at ISER 2026 in Valencia, presenting his research on light exposure and myopia and proudly showcasing ENB’s work on the international stage.
SNEC 35th Anniversary International Meeting
James S. Howden presented his research on pupillometric features of functional loss in age-related macular degeneration at the SNEC 35th Anniversary International Meeting.
Eye N’ Brain at NUS Nursing Research Seminar
Dr Raymond Najjar from the Eye N’ Brain Research Group was invited to speak at the NUS Nursing Research Seminar 🎤 Sharing insights on how the eye serves as a gateway to brain and overall health, highlighting the role of light, cognition, and emerging eye-based biomarkers 👁️🧠✨
IBRO Exchange Fellowship Achievement Awardee – Daniella Mahfoud 🎉
Big congratulations to Daniella Mahfoud on being awarded the IBRO Exchange Fellowship 🎉 From NUS to Stanford, this opportunity marks an exciting step in advancing her work in vision and brain research. Proud moment for the Eye N’ Brain Research Group 👁️🧠✨
Our FYP Students Shine at the BME FYP Showcase 2026
The ENB Research Group proudly celebrates our FYP students and mentors at the BME Showcase 2026, where four students showcased their innovative research and Yeo Cheng Leng was recognised with the Best Poster Award, reflecting the group’s commitment to excellence in research and mentorship. 🎉🏆
Congratulations to Dr AR Muralidharan on Receiving a SingHealth Duke-NUS Academic Medicine – Talent Development Grant
The ENB Research Group celebrates two recent achievements—Dr AR Muralidharan’s receipt of the SingHealth Duke-NUS Academic Medicine – Talent Development Grant and Ms Janie’s recognition as a Peer Supporter in SERI/SNEC.
Eye N’ Brain Research Group at ARVO 2026
Proud to have our team representing Eye N’ Brain Research Group at ARVO 2026. Dr Raymond Najjar, Tan Ann Ting, and Daniella Mahfoud will be showcasing our latest work spanning light, vision, and cognition. Excited to share our research on the global stage. 🌍👁️🧠
LightSPAN Symposium 2026: Strengthening Collaborations Through Research
The Eye N’ Brain Research Group and TUMCREATE welcomed researchers and collaborators for the LightSPAN Symposium 2026, a day of scientific exchange on light, circadian biology, and health. The symposium fostered new collaborations and showcased ongoing work translating light research into real-world health applications. 👁️☀️🧠
🌍 Eye N’ Brain at SWITCH Vision Innovation Summit 2026
At the SWITCH: Vision Innovation Summit in Monaco, Dr Raymond Najjar delivered a keynote on “Translational Visual Neurosciences: From Lab to Real Life,” showcasing how visual neuroscience, light biology, and oculomics are transforming healthcare. The key message: it’s time to move from measuring light exposure to measuring its biological impact—through the eye. 👁️🧠💡
Celebrating Innovation and Research Excellence at NUHS Summit 2026
The Eye N’ Brain Research Group proudly showcased its latest research at #NUHSSummit2026. Congratulations to Dr Najiya S.K. Meethal for winning Best Oral Presentation 🥇 for her work on early glaucoma detection using bimodal machine learning, and to Daniella for her outstanding poster presentation on Machine Learning-guided Outdoor Time Research. We are incredibly proud of both of you! 👁️🧠💙
Eye N’ Brain PhD Students Win at the TEMPO-Initiative Hackathon 2026
Our PhD students—Daniella, Vrinda, and Jiaul—spent two days at the TEMPO-Initiative Hackathon 2026, turning ideas into innovative solutions for healthier ageing. Through collaboration, creativity, and thinking beyond the lab, they developed a winning pitch and emerged as hackathon champions! 🎉
Dr Najiya Shares Her Research Journey at Acchutha INSPIRE Series
Dr. Najiya S.K. Meethal delivers a keynote webinar as part of the Acchutha INSPIRE Series organised by Acchutha Eye Care & Institute of Optometry, Erode, India.
ENB Research Group Showcases Award-Winning and Innovative Research at APAO 2026
Award-winning presentations on AI, diagnostics, light exposure science, and myopia studies at Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology.
Guidance on Glaucoma Assessment in Primary Eye Care Settings: Successful Webinar by Dr Najiya S.K. Meethal
Managing glaucoma in primary eye care with expert guidance from Dr Najiya and clinical specialists.
PhD Student Daniella Mahfoud at Global Young Scientists Summit 2026
Selected to participate in prestigious GYSS 2026 with 409 young scientists from 57 countries worldwide.
Prof. Johannes van der Steen Visits Eye & Brain
Former Chair at Erasmus MC shares 40 years of visual neuroscience research and mentorship insights.
2025
Inspire & Connect 2025 – The role of research and industry in shaping the future of health
AI and quantum technology transforming healthcare through academia-industry collaboration in Singapore.
Keynote lecture at the Singapore Optometry Association Conference 2025
Dr. Najjar’s keynote on how the eye reveals brain and systemic health beyond vision alone.
🌟 PhD Student Vrinda Honoured with SINDA Excellence Award 2025 🌟
PhD student honored with SINDA Excellence Award plus NUS JTC Medal for innovation.
Prof. Claude Gronfier Visits Eye N’ Brain Research Lab
Circadian biology expert from Inserm Lyon discusses light’s effects on human physiology.
PhD Student Daniella Mahfoud Presents at World Sleep Congress 2025
Daniella presents research on light-based strategies for sleep and circadian health.
🎓 NUS BME Commencement 2025: A Proud Day for Eye N’ Brain
Celebrating Vrinda’s graduation and her continuation as a PhD student in our lab.
Celebrating Excellence: Eric Jin Takes Home Best Oral Award
International Myopia Society award for outstanding research on outdoor time and myopia.
Visual & Circadian Neuroscience Seminar
Dr. Najjar on tuning light exposure: from science to solutions for myopia prevention.
Showcasing Innovation at NUH Population Health Day
Showcasing Handheld Chromatic Pupillometer for brain and eye health innovation.
Highlights from ARVO 2025: Advancing Vision Science Together
Advancing vision science with presentations on light, myopia, and pupillometry research.
🎉 Congratulations to Our FYP Stars: Vrindha, Divya, and Ying Xuan!
Vrindha, Divya, and Ying Xuan win prestigious awards for innovation and excellence.
A Talk by Steve Paolini, President of Telelumen
Programming spectrum luminaires and measuring daylight for precision lighting solutions.
Keynote Lecture, Transitions Academy 2025, Orlando, FL, USA
Power of light modulation: from eyes to brain — keynote in Orlando, Florida.
Medicine NUS (Feb 2025)
Dr. Najjar shares journey from paleontology to translational myopia research.
2023
The launch of Project LightSPAN
NRF-funded research investigating optimal light exposure for health across the lifespan.
Media Appearances
2023
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