Sanjaay
Babu
Freshman @ Duke University (Class of 2029), studying economics, politics, and philosophy.
Selected Work
2022–2025Select any role to view work outputs and highlights.
Research Assistant
Working on a research project to understand the effects of environmental trade policy on agriculture-driven deforestation
Strategic Foresight Intern
Qualitative research to support national-level scenario planning exercises.
Legislative Assistant
Supported legislative advocacy work for a Member of Parliament in Singapore.
Asia Analyst (Voluntary)
Analysed human rights data to understand trends in Central, Southeast, and East Asia.
Legal Intern
Two legal internships, across corporate and dispute resolution practices.
Soldier (Conscription)
Trained in military operations from the air, sea, and land.
Self-Initiated Projects
2022–2025Sustainability in the Singapore Army
Founded a project team aimed to mitigate incineration of used plastics in the Army.
Measuring Mental Well-Being in Singapore
Tested the psychometric properties of the Short Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (SWEMWBS) in a Singaporean context, to validate its use in initiatives to promote Singaporeans' well-being.
The Future of Migrant Worker Dormitories in 2040
Directed a foresight project to envision the future of migrant worker dormitories in Singapore, and proposed recommendations to key stakeholders.
Education
2017–2029Duke University
Intended Focus: Economics, Philosophy & Public Policy
Raffles Institution (Y5-6)
Focus: Humanities (GCE 'A' Levels)
Raffles Institution (Y1-4)
Focus: Raffles Integrated Program (Y1-4)
Let's Connect
Always interested in new opportunities, collaborations, and conversations about anything under the sun.