The Agency for Science, Technology and Research has launched a S$150 million [1] study to track the health and development of 5,000 adolescents [2].

This longitudinal research aims to identify how the specific environment of growing up in Singapore affects youth development. The resulting data will be used to shape future youth policies and clinical guidelines for healthcare providers.

The initiative is a partnership between A*STAR, Singapore's Ministry of Education, and various other research and public sector partners [1]. Researchers will follow 5,000 participants [2] who range in age from 10 to 24 years old [3].

The study is designed to span five years [4]. By monitoring this cohort, the research team intends to examine the intersection of health, general development, and digital habits among the youth population.

Funding for the project totals S$150 million [1]. This investment allows the partnership to maintain a consistent tracking mechanism for the participants as they navigate the transition from childhood to young adulthood.

Because the study tracks a wide age range, from 10 to 24 years old [3], it captures critical developmental milestones across a decade of growth. The collaboration between the Ministry of Education and A*STAR ensures that the data reflects both academic and biological growth patterns.

“S$150 million study to track 5,000 adolescents”

This study represents a significant state investment in preventative healthcare and sociology. By creating a longitudinal dataset specifically for the Singaporean context, the government can move away from generic global health models and implement data-driven policies tailored to the unique digital and social pressures facing its youth.