

National GRIP Deep Tech Mixer
Exclusive invitation to National GRIP Deep Tech Networking Mixer | Registration starts 5.30pm (NUS IQ)
Are you a working professional or industry expert keen to meet some of the greatest minds in deep tech innovation? Curious about how you can be part of their commercialisation journey - And make an impact?
Asia Startup Network is pleased to support National GRIP, a platform to enable science entrepreneurs with deep tech commercialisation access.
We’re bringing together a curated group of experienced commercial and tech-commercial professionals to meet 40+ deep tech teams emerging from NUS, NTU, SIT, SUSS, SMU, SUTD and A*STAR over networking and dinner.
If you’re open to exploring roles as a
cofounder
fractional CXO
mentor
advisor or
investor-operator
We warmly invite you to this informal, exploratory session focused on conversations around possibilities. Join us in-person to meet the teams, and network with our community.
📍 3 Feb 2026 (Tue)
⏰ 6.00pm – 9.00pm
📌 NUS i³ / IQ Building
Please note: profiles are curated and registrations will be approved in batches, we thank you for your patience.
About National GRIP
The National GRIP (Graduate Research Innovation Programme) is Singapore’s national initiative transforming cutting-edge research from Autonomous Universities and Research Institutes into market-ready deep tech startups. Launched by the National Research Foundation (NRF) and executed with leading academic institutions including the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), National GRIP bridges scientific discovery and commercial application.
For more info, visit www.nationalgrip.sg
About Asia Startup Network
Since 2020, Asia Startup Network (ASN) has been catalysing startups for success across Southeast Asia and beyond. With a network of 4,000+ entrepreneurs, investors, universities, mentors, and partners spanning Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, and India, ASN focuses on building strong founder communities, venture building, organising impactful mentorship programs and masterclasses and knowledge-based events that support early-stage entrepreneurs. ASN was founded by Elise Tan and Andrew Tan, both veterans of the Southeast Asia startup ecosystem with deep experience in venture building, mentorship, and community development. For more information, visit www.asiastartupnetwork.com.
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