Overview
APAC-SCA (Student Chapter) proudly presents the 2nd edition of the Cellular Agriculture Talent Program me . Since April 2026, 7 mentees from local academic institutions have been working tirelessly with their mentors from the cellular agriculture industry to advance their scientific discovery and be nurtured as talents for this exciting new field.
On 15 October 2026, the mentees shall present their scientific findings to a panel of expert judges and audience, 2 winners shall emerge - 1 winner from your popular vote, and the other winner by the panel of expert judges. Winners of the APAC-SCA (Student Chapter) Talent Development Programme will be invited to attend a curated learning journey to the Singapore International Agrifood Week (SIAW) . SIAW is Singapore’s premier agri-food convention and flagship platform for advancing sustainable and resilient food systems in Asia.
Event is free of charge, with evening refreshments provided.
Agenda
5.45PM-6.10PM: Registration, Refreshments & Networking
6.10PM-6.20PM: Welcome: Introductions by APAC-SCA (Student Chapter), SGInnovate
6.20PM-6.40PM: "Career Pathways and Research Opportunities in the Field of Cellular Agriculture" Arin Naidu, Good Food Institute APAC
6.40PM-7PM: "SGInnovate Talent Growth Programmes" Wilma Heng, SGInnovate
7PM-8PM: Mentees Poster Presentation on Scientific Discovery
8PM-8.20pm: Poster Walkabout, Refreshments, & Networking: Vote for your favourite mentee poster
8.20PM-8.30PM: Winner Announcement & Photo Taking
8.30PM-8.40PM: Announcement of upcoming activities under APAC-SCA (Student Chapter)
Schedule
Date: 15 Oct 2026, Thursday
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM (GMT +8:00) Kuala Lumpur, Singapore
Location: 32 Carpenter Street, 059911
