Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Intelligent Materials and Systems Laboratory

Pioneering emerging non-volatile memory & sensory technology, intelligent computing architectures, and micro/nano-electromechanical magnetic sensing for bio-applications.

Spintronics Non-Volatile Memory Intelligent Materials Magnetic Sensing
Laboratory Overview

Laboratory Highlights

  • Advanced Micro- and Nano-Fabrication Facilities
  • Device & Circuit Level Simulations for Intelligent Systems
  • State-of-the-art Film Deposition and Characterisation
  • Industry & Academic Research Collaborations

Our Vision

To pioneer next-generation spintronic and intelligent memory technologies that power energy-efficient computing architectures and advanced biomedical sensing systems worldwide.

Our Mission

Bridging fundamental physics with industrial innovation through micro- and nano-fabrication, advanced device modeling, and interdisciplinary collaboration to deliver transformative technologies.

About The Laboratory

The Laboratory of Intelligent Materials and Systems (IMS Lab) at Nanyang Technological University pioneers cutting-edge research in emerging non-volatile memory, spintronics, and advanced sensory hardware. Our primary objective is to accelerate the development of energy-efficient intelligent technologies.

Our multidisciplinary team conducts comprehensive simulations for multi-scale device and circuit designs, accompanied by hands-on fabrication using advanced micro- and nano-engineering techniques. The laboratory hosts state-of-the-art facilities for thin-film deposition, lithography, and precision magnetic/electronic characterization.

Extending beyond computing hardware, our research encompasses micro- and nano-electromechanical systems (NEMS/MEMS) engineered for precision magnetic sensing in biological and diagnostic applications. We actively work with global industry leaders for technology translational solutions while driving fundamental discoveries alongside top international research institutions.

About NTU Laboratory
100+
Journal Papers
15+
Patents & IP
S$5M+
Research Grants
10+
Advanced Lab Tools

Core Research Areas

Non-Volatile Memory Spintronics

Non-Volatile Memory

Development and characterisation of next-generation spin-based non-volatile memory devices for energy-efficient computing architectures.

Intelligent Systems AI Hardware

Intelligent Systems

Integrating emerging memory devices into novel hardware for neuromorphic computing and intelligent sensor processing.

Biomedical Sensing Bio-MEMS

Biomedical Sensing

Micro- and nano-electromechanical magnetic sensing systems engineered for biological diagnostic and biomedical applications.

Interested in Collaborating or Joining Our Research Team?

We are constantly looking for passionate PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and industrial partners to join our mission in pushing the boundaries of spintronics and intelligent systems.