Event Details

About NUS120:

The National University of Singapore celebrates its 120th anniversary in 2025, commemorating a legacy, forged over generations, of excellence, innovation and service.

As Singapore’s first higher education institution and its flagship university, NUS has been instrumental in nurturing generations of leaders and visionaries who have shaped the nation and beyond. Our 120th anniversary offers a singular milestone to look back on this storied history, while re-affirming our continuing mission to shape the future.

In our line-up of programmes and events for NUS120, we hope to celebrate the legacy and contributions of an institution uniquely established by the community for the community, since our founding in 1905.

About the NUS120 Distinguished Lecture Series:

The NUS120 Distinguished Lecture Series aims to engage compelling, renowned and influential speakers who will share their unique perspectives on the pressing issues of the future that impact our country, region, and the world. This series explores the overarching theme of “Shaping the Future”, fostering thought-provoking ideas and conversations that inspire meaningful debate and discourse. The lecture brings together students, staff, and alumni of NUS, as well as the industry, government, academia and research community, creating a vibrant forum for invigorating exchange and engagement.

About the Speaker:

Johan Rockström is Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, Professor in Earth System Science at the University of Potsdam and Professor in Water Systems and Global Sustainability at the Stockholm University. He is an internationally recognised scientist on global sustainability issues and led the development of the Planetary Boundaries framework for human development in the current era of rapid global change. Professor Rockström is a leading scientist on global water resources, with more than 25 years experience in applied water research in tropical regions, and more than 150 research publications in fields ranging from applied land and water management to global sustainability. He is, among other commitments, Chair of the Earth Commission and the Earth League, Chief Scientist of Conservation International, and an elected member of the German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina and the Royal Swedish Academy of Science.

Terms & Conditions

1. Registration for the event will be on a first-come, first-serve basis.
2. The organiser reserves the right to make changes to the event programme - including but not limited to speakers, schedule, and content - without prior notice.
3. The organiser reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event of unforeseen circumstances beyond the organiser's control. Registered participants will be notified via email or other means of communication provided during registration.
4. By participating in the event, participants agree to indemnify the organiser from claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of their participation.
5. Participants acknowledge that photographs, videos, or audio recordings may be taken during the event, and agree to grant the organiser the right to use such media for promotional or documentation purposes