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INTERVIEW: Inside Singapore's biomedical R&D strategy

 
• By Ian Haydock

As a former military man, Dr Benjamin Seet is crystal clear on the task facing the biomedical research council (BMRC) of Singapore's Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR).

As a former military man, Dr Benjamin Seet is crystal clear on the task facing the biomedical research council (BMRC) of Singapore's Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR).

"Our focus is mission-oriented research with economic outcomes, and to grow the capabilities and reputation of Singapore as a hub...

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