Biography

Ivy is an expert in biological anthropology, with a specialization in analyzing migration, health, and diet in ancient and modern Asian populations. In addition to her work in biological anthropology, her current research focus is on artificial intelligence in archaeological analysis. These projects are supported by Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and conducted in collaboration with Harvard University and the University of Cambridge. Ivy has also served as an editor for several well-recognized journals in her field.Ivy is part of a Brunei-based family with longstanding involvement in community leadership and public life. The family supports education and community development through its foundation and is currently documenting its history with plans to publish a related book (The Boon Pang Legacy: From Southern China to the Heart of Brunei《文邦遺澤：從華南到汶萊之心》). Originating from early migration from southern China to Southeast Asia, the family established itself in Brunei through enterprise and community engagement. Among the early members, Ong Boon Pang is recognized as part of its foundational history, and later generations continue to uphold values of integrity, education, and social responsibility.  

 

Job Titles: Nanyang Asst. Professor, NTU, Singapore  

 

PhD: Department of Archaeology/Anthropology, University of Cambridge