Cancer Science Institute (CSI) of Singapore

The Cancer Science Institute of Singapore (CSI Singapore) was officially launched on 15 October 2008. CSI Singapore aims to position Singapore as a global-leader in the field of Biomedical Sciences. It is dedicated to conducting a multifaceted and coordinated approach to cancer research, extending from basic cancer studies all the way to experimental therapeutics and in so doing improve cancer treatment.

CSI Singapore is a state-of-the-art university research institute affiliated with, and hosted at the National University of Singapore. In 2008, it was awarded a $172 million "Research Centre of Excellence" grant, one of only five in Singapore, by the National Research Foundation and the Ministry of Education.

Mission:
CSI Singapore mission is to better understand the causes of human cancer across Asia, and thereby improve its detection, treatment and prevention. Their outstanding researchers and exceptional facilities create an energetic environment for ground-breaking science and world-class training.