M3S, launched in 2023 as part of MIT's SMART program in Singapore, applies AI and machine learning practically, addressing technology design, human skill development, and societal adaptation to AI, automation, and robotics, with the goal of creating inclusive, resilient solutions with global impact.
Mens, Manus, and Machina (M3S)
Adoption of autonomous vehicles is one race Singapore is not keen on winning
Happy to share that CNA TODAY has published a feature story on the adoption of autonomous vehicles (AVs) in Singapore, including insights from Prof Jinhua Zhao alongside other industry experts.
The article highlights Prof Jinhua’s perspectives on:
-The challenges of scaling AV deployment
-High-impact and efficient AV applications in Singapore
-Broader implications for current transportation issues
-The vital roles of researchers, institutions, and the public in driving AV adoption
MIT-SMU Resilient Workforces Symposium: Shaping the Future of Learning & Work in the age of AI
M3S, in collaboration with Singapore Management University (SMU), is proud to host the upcoming MIT-SMU AI Symposium on both July 30, 2025 & July 31, 2025.
Stay tuned for more updates on the event schedule, speakers, and registration details.
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New Chief Executive of NRP visit, Jun 2025
On 3 June, M3S had the honour of hosting the newly appointed Chief Executive of the National Robotics Programme (CE A*STAR Mr Beh Kian Teik) during a special workshop visit.
As part of our ongoing efforts to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange with the wider community and industry partners, M3S regularly engages with distinguished guests and external stakeholders.
During the visit, our team had the opportunity to showcase their latest research through a vibrant poster presentation, highlighting key projects. Guests also experienced live demonstrations of innovative prototypes and emerging technologies currently under development at M3S.
ICLR, Apr 2025
Several M3S researchers actively contributed to the ICLR 2025 Conference and its associated workshops, showcasing cutting-edge advancements in machine learning and artificial intelligence. The strong engagement at ICLR underscores M3S’s growing presence on the global AI research stage and its commitment to advancing responsible, high-impact AI innovation.
We will study specific relationships between humans, machines and institutions
Physical and digital
interfaces and
AI foundations
AI for human capital
development and
economic growth
Human-machine dynamics
in task design and
resource allocation
This critical research area aims to establish Singapore as a global leader in AI-enabled teamwork, fostering talent attraction, local skill development, and infrastructure investment allocation.
The Singapore National Research Foundation supports this multi-million, multi-year project convening MIT, National University of Singapore, and Singapore Management Univerity investigators and talented researchers from engineering, computer science, management and social science backgrounds.
