Digital Transformation

With the surge of big data, innovation and entrepreneurship are increasingly necessary to ensure economically viable ways of doing things. SMU researchers apply technology that emphasises methods and systems for advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and their applications to create meaningful impact on business, government and society. 

Research Highlights

Pervasive Computing

Computing has moved beyond the domain of bulky desktops and can now be found embedded all around us. Professor Archan Misra talks about battery-less wearables and fine grained monitoring of weight stack based exercises.

Social Analytics

Over 3 billion users of Online Social Networks (OSNs) engage in a plethora of social interactions. Professor Lim Ee Peng shares how he develops models and algorithms that can help us better understand user behaviour, and their application opportunities.

Financial Econometrics

Professor Yu Jun shares about the application of econometric methods that he designed and how he uses it to characterise financial data, and to estimate and test selected models of modern finance theory.

Relevant Institutes, Centres and Labs 

The institutes, centres, and labs dedicated to digital transformation research at our university play a pivotal role in shaping the future of technology and society. These entities foster interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together experts from various fields to explore innovative solutions to complex challenges. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, they aim to enhance digital literacy, drive sustainable practices, and promote economic growth. Their research initiatives not only contribute to academic knowledge but also have a profound impact on industry practices and public policy, ensuring that digital transformation is inclusive and beneficial for all.