Singapore Internet Research Centre

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The goal of the Singapore Internet Research Centre is:



To be a premier Asian research institute on the Internet, and bring Asian experiences and perspectives to the global discussion about the development, impact, and potential of the Internet, and to conduct and promote broad-based high-quality multidisciplinary research in Internet development, e-services, new media use and social impact, and policy for the benefit and advancement of individuals, organizations, nation and society. The Centre focuses research attention on the experiences of Asian nations with the Internet.

The objectives of the Centre are:

1. To initiate and promote high quality analytical research on a variety of issues associated with the Internet in the Asian context.

2. To develop international networks with researchers and research for research collaboration, analysis, and technological development, as well as with industrial, research and educational organizations in Singapore and overseas.

3. To provide umbrella for multiple large and small scale research projects, and generate external research funding and collaborative relationships.

4. To disseminate research findings through grant reports, journal articles, book projects, and conferences.