Reimagining Mental Wellbeing in the Digital Age
MAELab’s latest curation explores the future of mental health through technology, creativity and science
On 11 July 2025, the Yeo Boon Khim Mind Science Centre unveiled the fourth exhibition of its kind at the newly renamed D.S. Lee Foundation Mind Art Experiential Lab (MAELab). Titled “Exploring the Digital Frontier of Mental Health”, the showcase invites visitors to experience how digital tools can support mental wellbeing across the full spectrum—from everyday emotional regulation to therapeutic interventions.
Made possible through a generous $3 million endowment from the D.S. Lee Foundation, this contribution not only supports MAELab’s future growth but also marks a new chapter of deeper innovation and community outreach. In honour of this milestone, the Lab now proudly bears the Foundation’s name.
Pictured from left to right are Associate Professor John Wong (Centre Director, Yeo Boon Khim Mind Science Centre), Professor Yeoh Khay Guan (Chief Executive, National University Health System), Dr Della Suantio Lee (Founder and Chairman, D.S. Lee Foundation), Associate Professor Tan Tin Wee (Della Suantio Lee Associate Professor in Mental Health and Digital), and Emeritus Professor Leo Tan (Chairman, Art Science Council), unveiling the exhibition sign for “Exploring the Digital Frontier of Mental Health”—MAELab’s fourth curation—and the commemorative plaque for the D.S. Lee Foundation.
Pictured from left to right are Professor Yeoh Khay Guan (Chief Executive, National University Health System) and Associate Professor John Wong (Centre Director, Yeo Boon Khim Mind Science Centre) unveiling the exhibition sign for “Exploring the Digital Frontier of Mental Health”—MAELab’s fourth curation.
Not Just a Launch—A Continued Evolution
Professor Yeoh Khay Guan (Chief Executive, National University Health System)
Speaking at the event, Professor Yeoh Khay Guan, Chief Executive, National University Health System (NUHS), reflected on how technology is reshaping every aspect of life—including how care is extended, accessed and personalised. “Digital innovation,” he said, “opens new opportunities to deepen our understanding of the human mind and connect support to those who need it most.”
Dr Della Suantio Lee (Founder and Chairman, D.S. Lee Foundation)
Dr Della Suantio Lee, founder and chairman of the D.S. Lee Foundation, shared her vision behind the Foundation’s support, highlighting the importance of fusing art and science. “Mental wellbeing,” she noted, “should not be confined to clinics. When research meets creativity, it empowers individuals to take ownership of their emotional and cognitive health in daily life.”
Associate Professor John Wong announces the appointment of Associate Professor Tan Tin Wee as the inaugural Della Suantio Lee Associate Professorship in Mental Health and Digital Science.
Associate Professor John Wong, centre director of the Mind Science Centre, expressed hope that MAELab’s new direction would spark curiosity and conversation. “We want visitors to walk away not only with practical tips and digital discernment, but also with a sense of confidence. Technology can be part of your mental health journey, if used intentionally and wisely.”
In a heartwarming close to the event, guests also celebrated Dr Della’s birthday, which coincided with the launch—a joyful moment made all the more meaningful in light of her tremendous support and vision.
Why Digital Mental Health Matters
With one in three Singaporeans facing mental health challenges, there is an urgent need to broaden how support is understood and accessed. This exhibition introduces the public to a growing ecosystem of digital tools—from AI-powered apps to smart wearables and neurocognitive games—offering practical, research-backed pathways for early support, emotional regulation and resilience-building.
Visitors explore mindline.sg, Singapore’s digital first-stop for mental health. They try out an AI-powered training simulation by selecting a help-seeking persona, and discover features such as self-assessment tools, service wayfinding and live chat support.
Many of these tools are typically only available in clinical or research environments or come at a cost. MAELab now provides a space for visitors to experience them firsthand in a free and immersive setting. While not every tool may be a perfect fit for everyone, visitors are invited to explore what might support their own wellbeing journeys or gain a better understanding of what digital mental health entails.
Curator See Yee Thien introduces Neeuro, a Singapore-based company that specialises in non-invasive Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) technology to improve cognitive performance. Guests try out EEG-enabled games and dual-task training on a stationary bike using an iPad and EEG headset.
This curation also proudly features digital and multimedia artworks by students from Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore (CPAS) and the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA)—a meaningful reminder that creativity and expression are essential aspects of healing and self-discovery.
Digital artworks created by students from Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore (CPAS), offering their creative expression on themes of resilience and mental health.
Students from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) explain their multimedia work Through the Stillness, which explores emotional introspection and the experience of calm in the digital age.
Visitors can also engage with educational content about the ethical and legal considerations surrounding digital mental health. More importantly, they are reminded that mental wellbeing is not just a response to crisis—it is a lifelong practice.
Looking Ahead: What This Means for the Community
At the Yeo Boon Khim Mind Science Centre, we believe that real change begins with meaningful engagement. Through MAELab’s interactive installations and immersive exhibitions, we aim to:
- Equip individuals with digital resilience
- Promote mental health as a lifelong, non-drug journey
- Dismantle stigma by normalising open conversations in creative public spaces
We thank all who made this possible:
Students from Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore (CPAS) present their digital artworks to Dr Della Suantio Lee and Professor Robert Morris, Chief Technology Strategist at the Ministry of Health Office for Healthcare Transformation (MOHT), offering insights into youth perspectives on mental health.
- D.S. Lee Foundation and Dr Della Lee, for their generous and visionary philanthropy
- Alexandra Hospital and NUHS, for enabling MAELab to connect meaningfully with the public
- Our partners and supporters, including the MOH Office for Healthcare Transformation (MOHT), Wonder Technology, Wysa, Neeuro, MOXO, Neurowyzr, Gheorg, Rejoyn and Nostos
Visit the Exhibition
Come experience Exploring the Digital Frontier of Mental Health and discover how technology, art and science are coming together to support wellbeing in new and personal ways.
📍 Location: D.S. Lee Foundation MAELab, Alexandra Hospital, Block 29, Level 2 (above cafeteria), 378 Alexandra Road, Singapore 159964
🕒 Opening Hours: Mon–Fri, 10am–5pm (closed 12–1pm, last entry at 4pm)
🚶♂️ Walk-ins: 15 Jul–14 Aug
📅 From 15 Aug: Walk-ins only on Fridays
📝 Booking: For other days, please book at for.sg/maelabbooking at least two working days in advance