T-UP Excellence Awards

The Technology for Enterprise Capability Upgrading (T-Up) programme reflects Singapore's commitment to fostering innovation and strengthening research and development (R&D) capabilities within local enterprises.

At the heart of this initiative are A*STAR Research Scientists and Engineers (RSEs), who are seconded to these enterprises to drive innovation, support capability building and help translate technical expertise into business impact.

The annual T-Up Excellence Awards recognise the outstanding contributions of RSEs who have been seconded to local enterprises under the T-Up scheme.

Through their dedication, technical expertise and innovative solutions, these RSEs have helped local enterprises strengthen their R&D capabilities, develop marketable products and achieve tangible business outcomes. Their contributions continue to support business growth and competitiveness across Singapore's enterprise ecosystem.

A*STAR invites nominations for the T-Up Excellence Awards 2026, recognising outstanding collaborations that have delivered meaningful impact through the T-Up programme.

These awards spotlight projects that have:

• Strengthened enterprise capabilities
• Delivered tangible business or innovation outcomes
• Demonstrated strong research-to-industry translation

Nomination deadline: Friday, 05 June 2026

Selected nominees may be invited for a judging presentation.

If you are unable to access the form link, please request a copy of the nomination form from A-STAR_GET-Up@a-star.edu.sg.

Hear from our winners as they share how their T-Up collaborations with A*STAR scientists have accelerated R&D, sparked innovation and created real business impact.

T-Up Excellence Award winners

T-Up Emerging Talent Award winners

T-Up Eagles Award winners