Monday, February 2, 2026

SST is featured in Straits Times on 2 Feb 2026

 School of Science and Technology, Singapore (SST) and National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT)

The two academic institutions intend to expand their partnership to groom the next generation of space and science talent in Singapore. Initiatives include participation in teacher and student training in astronomy, access to NARIT’s robotic telescope for student research, and study visits by SST students to NARIT to build up regional talent in space-related knowledge.

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/space-tech-specialisation-at-ngee-ann-poly-among-announcements-at-space-summit

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZbw7YoAZyE 


Thursday, January 1, 2026

Space Data Series Success 2025

Organized by Space Faculty and supported by OSTIn, the recent Space Data Series empowered 32 young innovators (ages 13–19) to tackle climate challenges using real satellite imagery.

The program kicked off from 3–5 November with intensive workshops and gamified missions. On 11 November, students gained exclusive industry insights during a visit to the NTU Satellite Research Centre. The series culminated in a competitive finale on 28 November, where participants showcased their data-driven solutions. Congratulations to all the students for unlocking the power of space data!














Astro Outreach at Bukit Batok East (8 Mar 2025)

On Saturday, 8 March 2025, twelve students from the SST Astronomy Club hosted a vibrant Sidewalk Astronomyoutreach event in collaboration with Bukit Batok East. Held at Canossian Missions (100 Jalan Merbok) from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm, the session provided the local community with a hands-on introduction to stargazing. Our student volunteers facilitated telescope viewings and shared their astronomical knowledge, making the wonders of the night sky accessible to the public and fostering a deeper appreciation for space science within the neighborhood. 




Astro Outreach at Bukit Panjang (6 July 2025)

On 6 July 2025, twelve dedicated members of the SST Astronomy Club conducted an engaging public outreach programme at Bukit Panjang. Running from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, the event invited the local community to explore the wonders of the night sky. Through telescope demonstrations and expert sharing, our students successfully shared their passion for space science and provided the public with a unique opportunity for stargazing and celestial discovery.





 

AstroChallenge 2025

 Jointly organized by the Astronomical Societies of the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), AstroChallenge is a premier annual competition for Secondary School, Junior College, and Polytechnic students.

The competition aims to deepen astronomical knowledge and ignite a passion for the cosmos while fostering inter-school camaraderie. Participants are tested through a comprehensive syllabus that spans both theoretical concepts and practical observational astronomy.

The 21st Annual Singapore Astronomy Competition took place on June 4th, 6th, and 11th, 2025. The SST Astronomy Club was well-represented by five dedicated teams:

TEAMNAMESClass
1CHEOK YING RUIS2-01
1CHUAH PIN JINGS2-01
1YEO ZHI XIN , PIPERS2-01
1AURELIUS LI               S2-01
2ZANDER CHOY KIT YU (CAI JIEYU)S2-08
2TEO YU JIE JORDANS2-09
2TOH TECK MINGS2-09
2VEGUS LIM ZEN KNGS2-09
3LEE XUAN QIANGS2-03
3YAN MOOK YONG BRIDGETS2-10
3YE TING ESTHERS2-10
3CHIEW LEUNG YINS2-01
4SANGHAVI AYAN BOBBYS3-01
4EDRIC KOH YING ZES3-06
5JAYDEN JAMESS3-08
5TOH HONG RUI, TREVOR (ZHUO HONGRUI)S3-04
5ALLEN JOEL GAN WEI ENS3-07
5CHONG EU BIN LUCASS3-08
5TOH HONG RUI, TREVOR (ZHUO HONGRUI)S3-04

Three of our students—Aurelius Li (S2-01)Chiew Leung Yin (S2-01), and Toh Hong Rui, Trevor (S3-04)—delivered an impressive performance, securing 5th position in the Team Round during the Grand Finals.








Astrigue 2025

On Saturday, 12 April 2025, the Raffles Institution Astronomy Club hosted Astrigue 2025 at the Raffles Institution campus. Astrigue is a premier competition designed to foster a lifelong love for the cosmos. By blending rigorous academic challenges with interactive activities, the event provides a unique platform for students to showcase their expertise and connect with fellow astronomy enthusiasts.

The competition featured three distinct segments: a Project Round (submitted pre-event) and a comprehensive MCQ Round, both of which determined eligibility for the high-stakes Finals. Additionally, students participated in an Amazing Race—a non-weighted segment designed to expose participants to diverse astronomical disciplines through immersive games.

Representing SST, Team 8 (ORION) delivered an outstanding performance, securing 2nd Place. The team comprised Gavriel Chia Kai Ze (S4-05), Teh Tian Cheng (S4-02), Lim Kai Jun (S4-04), and Javier Wee Jia Wei (S2-03).







Cosmobash 2025

Cosmobash 2025 (21 Dec 2025) is a first-of-its-kind astronomy carnival in Singapore, designed to bridge the gap in local recreational stargazing. A collaborative effort between the Cosmobash team, SAYES, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, and Singapore Polytechnic, the event brings space science to life through telescope access, expert interactions, and booths.

Targeting students, families, and enthusiasts, the festival aims to promote STEM interest through activities like the flagship Astrophotography Competition. This landmark event seeks to establish a sustainable annual tradition of public astronomy, fostering a vibrant community of space explorers and young scientists across the nation.

SST participates in this event with a booth to promote Astronomy Interest.