Singapore Biographical Database (SBDB)
Overview
The Singapore Biographical Database (SBDB) is a comprehensive biographical database developed by the National University of Singapore, focusing on notable figures in Singapore’s history and development.
Institution
National University of Singapore (NUS)
Key Features
- Biographical data for significant Singapore historical figures
- Academic and scholarly focus
- Free access to database resources
- Maintained by Singapore’s premier university
Access
- URL: https://sbdb.nus.edu.sg/
- Access Type: Free
- Language: Likely English and local languages
Research Applications
- Prosopographical studies of Singapore
- Historical research on Singapore figures
- Colonial and postcolonial studies
- Network analysis of Singapore personalities
- Southeast Asian studies
Technical Details
- Web-based database interface
- Search and browse functionality
- Academic resource for Singapore and Southeast Asian studies
Significance
Important resource for understanding Singapore’s historical development through biographical data of key figures who shaped the nation’s political, social, and cultural landscape.