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Malaysian Reserve
3 days ago
- Health
- Malaysian Reserve
Duke-NUS celebrates 20 years of medical innovation with largest ever graduating class
Duke-NUS Medical School's Class of 2025 graduates 121 medical and doctoral students, including MDs, MD-PhDs, PhDs, and masters' degrees Landmark first batch of Masters in Patient Safety and Healthcare Quality graduates, unique to Southeast Asia Inaugural graduates from conditional admissions pathways with NUS and SUTD 41% of MD and MD-PhD graduates made bold mid-career shifts from fields such as law, PR, accounting and mental health support SINGAPORE, May 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Celebrating 20 years of transformative medical education, Duke-NUS Medical School graduated its largest cohort yet today, the Class of 2025, in a vibrant ceremony at the Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium in Academia attended by guest-of-honour Mr Ong Ye Kung, Minister for Health. Marking a strategic milestone for Duke-NUS, the graduating class included 72 Doctor of Medicine (MD) graduates—five of whom are also earning PhDs—and 27 PhD candidates from the Integrated Biology and Medicine, Quantitative Biology and Medicine and Clinical and Translational Sciences programmes. Among the MD graduates was the first group of individuals emerging from the Duke-NUS conditional admissions pathways with the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). These pathways are designed to attract talent from engineering, information technology and other undergraduate programmes. Dean Professor Thomas Coffman said: 'Collaborating with seven partner universities, including Duke University and NUS, these pathways are designed to allow students to earn a first degree in diverse academic majors while providing an opportunity to seamlessly transition into medicine. It's a powerful model for developing doctors who are outstanding clinicians but also bring valuable multi-disciplinary skills into our healthcare system.' This cohort also includes the inaugural batch of graduates of the Master's in Patient Safety and Healthcare Quality (MPSHQ) programme, the first of its kind in Southeast Asia. The MPSHQ is focused on building highly reliable healthcare systems that are of consistent quality and safety. The Class of 2025 represents Duke-NUS' commitment to broadening the skillset and experience of our students, with 41 per cent of MD and MD-PhD graduates having transitioned mid-career from professions that include law, public relations, accounting and mental health peer support. Additionally, 58 per cent of the Class of 2025's graduates are women, underscoring the School's dedication to fostering diversity in the learning environment. Said Dr Faith Wong Pih Yng, previously a modelmaking student and senior peer support specialist at Singapore's Institute of Mental Health, now MD graduate, 'Among the many hospital postings, what stood out most vividly was assisting in and witnessing childbirth—the intense anticipation and joy of welcoming a new life into the world was simply unmatched. Ultimately, however, the memories I cherish most are the countless hours spent with my classmates, supporting one another and peer-teaching.' Duke-NUS MD graduates received their degrees, awarded jointly by Duke University and the National University of Singapore, in front of friends and family, as well as notable guests, including Duke University School of Medicine Dean Professor Mary Klotman, SingHealth Group CEO Professor Ng Wai Hoe, and keynote speaker, Dr Amy Abernethy, member of Duke University's board of trustees and co-founder of Highlander Health. Caring and compassion underlines the Class of 2025's accomplishments, especially beyond academia. Partaking in a wealth of community service projects, some of their cohort, such as Dr Dana Chow Wai Shin, MD, started the Healthy to Thrive initiative, the first Duke-NUS-led public health screening event dedicated to migrant workers. The cohort was also recognised for their outstanding achievements, which were given out the night before. Awards such as the Singapore Medical Association-Lee Foundation Prizes and Teamsmanship Awards presented to graduates who demonstrated excellence in academics, community service, and leadership. In the aspect of research and scholarship, the Class of 2025 did not flag, publishing an exceptional 253 papers and publications in their time at Duke-NUS, several as first authors in prominent journals such as Nature Medicine, Immunity and EMBO Molecular Medicine. MD-PhD graduate Dr Katherine Nay Yaung, first author on a paper published in Lancet Rheumatology, wrote about artificial intelligence and high-dimensional technologies to diagnose and treat autoimmune diseases, and PhD graduate Dr Aishwarya Prakash, named first author and published in American Heart Association Journal, who found a type of peptide to have protective qualities for the heart after sustaining damage. 'The conversations I've had with patients emphasise a shift towards continuity of care and empowering individuals to make their own health choices. In moments where I feel overwhelmed, I remind myself that being a small part of each patient's journey has been a privilege,' said Dr Pang Wui Ming Jeremy, recipient of the SingHealth Prize in Family Medicine, Singapore Medical Association-Lee Foundation Teamsmanship Award for exemplary team values in medicine and Duke-NUS Achievement Prize. As Duke-NUS enters its third decade, the School continues to redefine medical education and research, nurturing the next generation of healthcare leaders who are not just exceptional doctors but visionary innovators ready to make an impact in Singapore and beyond. About Duke-NUS Medical School Duke-NUS is Singapore's flagship graduate-entry medical school, established in 2005 with a strategic, government-led partnership between two world-class institutions: Duke University School of Medicine and the National University of Singapore (NUS). Through an innovative curriculum, students at Duke-NUS are nurtured to become multi-faceted 'Clinicians Plus' poised to steer the healthcare and biomedical ecosystem in Singapore and beyond. A leader in ground-breaking research and translational innovation, Duke-NUS has gained international renown through its five Signature Research Programmes and ten Centres. The enduring impact of its discoveries is amplified by its successful Academic Medicine partnership with Singapore Health Services (SingHealth), Singapore's largest healthcare group. This strategic alliance has led to the creation of 15 Academic Clinical Programmes, which harness multi-disciplinary research and education to transform medicine and improve lives. For more information, please visit
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Notre Dame will host top Illinois QB recruit Jameson Purcell at Irish Invasion camp June 6
One of the top quarterbacks in Illinois is set to visit South Bend for Notre Dame football's Irish Invasion prospect camp June 6. Maine South (Park Ridge, IL) three-star recruit Jameson Purcell announced Thursday his plans to return to campus for the showcase event. The 6-foot-2, 181-pounder is also set to perform in camps at Clemson, Florida, Auburn, Florida State and Ohio State this summer. Advertisement The Class of 2027 recruit is the No. 21 quarterback and No. 293 overall recruit nationally according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. His visit to South Bend will be his third. The Irish have not yet offered a quarterback recruit for the 2027 class. Noah Grubbs is currently in the fold for 2026. Blake Hebert was brought in during this year's cycle. The Irish Invasion prospect camp has been an important recruiting tool for Marcus Freeman and his staff during his tenure as they will look to find players who fit the Notre Dame mold once again. This article originally appeared on Fighting Irish Wire: Jameson Purcell, a top Illinois quarterback recruit, is set to visit Notre Dame
IOL News
23-05-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Mamelodi Sundowns aim to clinch CAF Champions League for captain fantastic Themba Zwane
Themba Zwane Sundowns captain Themba Zwane, seen here receiving the Premiership trophy, will hope to lift the Champions League cup too. Photo: BackpagePix Image: BackpagePix Themba Zwane has engraved his name in continental football, endearing himself to the football fraternity due to his humble personality and footballing depth. So much so that as a rare opportunity looms large for him to hoist his second continental crown, the masses are rooting for him to go all the way. The Mamelodi Sundowns captain will lead his teammates when they face Pyramids FC in tomorrow's CAF Champions League final at Loftus Versfeld (3pm kick-off) in the first of a two-legged tie. And that would be the first real chance for the team to grab the continental crown for the first time in nine years, their best finish since 2016 having been the semi-finals. The shortcomings over the years have stung for the club as they've invested a lot of resources into the team, trying to ensure that they finally get over the finish line. It must have also been painful for Zwane, as he felt that he couldn't do enough to guide the team into the showdown, having been in the squad that triumphed in 2016. But the football gods and hard work might finally repay Sundowns and Zwane as they are now two matches away from winning a record-extending second continental title. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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'It's been eluding them for so many years, and but there's an opportunity to change that this time around,' said Modise, who was part of the Pitso Mosimane's Class of 2016. 'They have better players than we did in 2016, so I believe that they can win it. 'Pyramids might be playing in the final for the first time, but that doesn't mean they'll be a walkover. 'It's going to be tough come Saturday, but personally I want to see Mamelodi Sundowns win it, especially for Mshishi.' Modise is right – Mshishi, as Zwane is affectionately known, is befitting of winning the African crown. He has been the cornerstone of the Brazilians for years. Zwane led from the front when Sundowns won the last seven Premiership titles, and when he got injured this season, it sent the football masses into panic mode. However, his teammates were able to hold their own and steer the team to a record-extending eighth consecutive title via the Premiership last Sunday. Zwane's ability to recover just in time for their title coronation and the two-legged final at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday and in Cairo on June 1 gives Modise comfort. 'Mshishi has never had (serious) injuries, but this season, he had a career-threatening injury that we didn't know how soon he'd be able to recover from,' Modise said. 'He's back and playing in the team. His influence on the team, on the pitch, is something that we need for this type of final. 'He was there in 2016 – alongside Denis Onyango – so he knows the feeling. 'You need such players to inspire the one that has never been in this position before.' Zwane is not only respected and adored by his former teammates such as Modise, but the current troops as well. As such, after the Brazilians' No 1 Ronwen Williams saw the new trophy for the first time yesterday, he made a selfless revelation. 'It looks amazing, and it's obviously much bigger than the previous one. It looks good, and the design is amazing. It feels real, and it's now settling in – it's showtime,' he said. 'I am happy that they didn't allow me to touch it. I wouldn't want to touch it before my captain Mshishi does. 'He deserves that honour to lift it in the next 10 days or so (in Cairo). 'But, yeah, we can't wait to (win) get our hands on it.' Williams and Co know that it won't be easy to win the title, given that Pyramids are also gunning for the crown after punching above their weight this season. But such are the heartbreaks that the Brazilians have endured in the past in competition, Williams insists that this final could make the wait worth it. 'That's why we come to Mamelodi Sundowns, because they are part and parcel of the big tournaments,' Williams added. 'There's nothing that's bigger than the CAF Champions League, especially in Africa. 'So yeah, it's amazing for us. 'This is years and years of hard-work and sacrifice, we have been pushing and kept grinding. 'We knew that one day, we'll knock the door down and get to the final. 'It's been eluding us for a long time. 'So, big credit and kudos to the players. They showed character and kept going after losing (in the semis). So, it's a perfect moment for us!'
USA Today
13-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Tight end prospect receives offer from Notre Dame
Tight end prospect receives offer from Notre Dame The Fighting Irish could use another tall tight end like Titus Hawk Notre Dame has an offer out to tight end Titus Hawk. Hawk, a Class of 2027 prospect out of Choctaw, Oklahoma, rates four out of five stars from He's tall at 6'7" and weighs 210 pounds. He's also a baseball and basketball player. If the Fighting Irish can get him to commit, he could follow in the footsteps of Mitchell Evans, Michael Mayer, Cole Kmet and others at a position that has seen Notre Dame be referred to as "Tight End University". Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on X (Formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes, and opinions. Follow Tim on X: @tehealey
New York Times
05-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Jared Curtis, top quarterback in Class of 2026, commits to Georgia over Oregon
Jared Curtis, the nation's No. 2 overall prospect and the top quarterback in the Class of 2026 in the 247Sports Composite, committed to Georgia on Monday afternoon at a ceremony at his high school in Nashville, Tenn. The 6-foot-3 1/2 , 225-pound Curtis, who plays at Nashville Christian School, chose Georgia over Oregon. Advertisement He originally committed to Georgia in March 2024 but backed off that pledge in October. At the time, he wanted to explore other options guilt-free, said Jeff Brothers, the coach at NCS. 'He got to a point where he felt like, 'Yes, this is something I want to do,' ' Brothers said earlier this year. 'It was, 'I don't want to be committed to one school and have a genuine desire to visit another school. That just feels greasy to me. And I don't want to be that guy. So I think I need to decommit.' 'It was for all the right reasons, and I think when he did it, it just kind of released the burden of, 'I don't want to be that guy. I genuinely want to see these places.' So it was helpful.' Curtis is coming off a big junior season, having completed 70.2 percent of passes for 2,830 yards with 40 touchdowns and just three interceptions. He's also shifty with his legs, finishing the 2024 season with 88 carries for 637 yards and 18 scores on the ground. He ran for 100-plus yards twice this past season. Now it'll be Georgia's job to get his signature to the finish line. That Curtis took his time after first decommitting from Georgia and made it clear how seriously he was taking the process indicates that he likely has his mind made up. But there is plenty of precedent for top quarterbacks flipping at the last second. Less than six months ago, Bryce Underwood flipped from LSU to Michigan after being committed to the Tigers for nearly a year. In the Class of 2024, Dylan Raiola flipped from Georgia to Nebraska two days before signing day. And in the Class of 2023, Dante Moore, who is now with the Ducks, flipped from Oregon to UCLA two days before signing day. 'He's enjoyed it and he's taken the process (as it comes),' Brothers said of Curtis' recruitment. 'He's matured a lot while he's been in high school. He's been able to live through a lot of different scenarios — being committed, decommitting, watching players move around, watching coaches move around. Advertisement 'The ups and downs of all of it have given him a maturity (that) I think is rare because he's now three years into this process. … I think this year is just relaxing for him more so than stressful.' Georgia coach Kirby Smart has reeled in his share of consensus five-star quarterbacks, but they've either transferred (Jacob Eason, Justin Fields, Brock Vandagriff) or flipped a week before signing day (Raiola). So, assuming this one sticks, it's another chance for Smart to build a team, or at least an offense, around a quarterback. Smart has proven his teams can excel without a five-star quarterback, winning two national championships with former walk-on Stetson Bennett and winning lots of games with solid four-star players (Jake Fromm, Carson Beck and it hopes Gunner Stockton). Still, Smart knows that a star quarterback, if that's what Curtis turns out to be, offers some margin for error on the rest of the roster, and it's been harder in the transfer portal era for Georgia to stack its roster, especially depth-wise. This is also a big win for offensive coordinator Mike Bobo, under fire for the play calling last year, but also reminding people why he's known as a strong recruiter. It was Bobo who recruited Matt Stafford, and landing Curtis would be a nice bookend. — Emerson
