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05 Aug 2007
Very few sustained efforts to develop scenarios for the future of higher education have been undertaken. Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is a bit of a trend-setter in this respect, and this book is to be welcomed by those interested in exploring the future of universities.
01 Aug 2007
Universiti Science Malaysia (USM) became the first public institution of higher learning in the country to offer the Harvard Book Prize to outstanding students.
29 Jul 2007
Most of the cross-arms of the 275 kV and 123 kV electricity transmission lines in Malaysia and other countries are made of hard wood. Due to natural weathering the wood decays over time. For safety and maintenance, it is useful to have a simple, accurate non-destructive decay detection system.
24 Jul 2007
Researchers in Universiti Teknologi Mara are working on pre-nanoemulsion gel from coconut oil which can help repair skin damage and chewable vitamin C tablets and herbal tea made from hibiscus.
22 Jul 2007
Universiti Putra Malaysia's researchers have produced MBSofax, an array of newly synthesized ‘fine organics’ originated from palm oil and its fractions. It is suitable for use in the cosmetics, food, drugs, pharmaceuticals and other chemical industries.
22 Jul 2007
Researchers from Universiti Teknologi Mara are working on a non toxic, nature dye for optoelectronic devices, a new source of energy that is environmentally friendly and particleboards from oil palm for the furniture industry.
20 Jul 2007
This new journal will address peripheral issues related to biotechnology that are that are of paramount importance to the development of biotechnology industries in OIC countries.
18 Jul 2007
UPM Serdang, Malaysia - A scientific journal published by UPM is indexed by Scopus.
18 Jul 2007
Serdang, Malaysia - The objective of the memorandum of understanding is to discuss on the partnership prospect between both institutions and to build a strong collaboration in research projects and agricultural development that are related to the nation's agricultural development.
18 Jul 2007
Selangor, Malaysia - In conjunction with this collaboration, BGBSB would set up a BGBSB – UiTM Research & Development Centre to provide facilities for UiTM researchers to improve and enhance the quality of research products especially products which are biotechnologically related.
01 Jul 2007
UPM scientists are researching the possibility of using "tapai ubi", or fermented tapioca, as a prevention against cancer. Preliminary tests indicated that seven types of cancer, including cervical, ovarian, breast and leukaemia, could be prevented by eating tapai ubi.
01 Jul 2007
Slope instability is a serious problem in many rapidly developing countries. The first technology incorporate slope monitoring and early warning system using geosynthetic material with the real time forecasting on the rainfall impact to the slope while the other is a new system developed for real time prediction of slope instability.
22 Jun 2007
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) researchers prove their capability when grabs 3 Gold medals, 2 Silver medals and 1 Bronze medal in Invention & New Products Exposition 2007 (INPEX) exhibition. Known as America’s largest invention tradeshow, the event was held from 6th to 10th June 2007 at Expomart Hall, Pittsburgh, USA.
22 Jun 2007
Pertanika is an international peer-reviewed leading journal in Malaysia which began publication in 1978. The journal publishes in three different areas- Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science (JTAS); Pertanika Journal of Science and Technology (JST); and Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (JSSH).
21 Jun 2007
Researchers at Universiti Putra Malaysia have developed a molecular carrier for immunogenic peptides which can be used for the development of multicomponent vaccines, diagnostic reagents and the delivery of novel therapeutics or drugs
19 Jun 2007
Researchers in UiTM has found an innovative solution to the increasing amount of plastic waste, they turn it into a piece of art. Meanwhile another group of researchers have come up with a low cost method to manufacture the expensive but very useful ceramic membrane by using solid waste from the sanitary industry.
13 Jun 2007
Japanese learners of English have suffered from an inability to become competent communicators despite their large vocabulary and good grammar. This paper details an approach used to overcome this. The 2nd paper is on a project which puts into practice the principles underlying vocabulary learning.
08 Jun 2007
Sarawak, Malaysia - Unimas (University Malaysia Sarawak) will collaborate with European and South-East Asian Partners to develop the Computerized Automative Technology Reconfiguration System for Mass Customization (CATER).
08 Jun 2007
Serdang, Malaysia - Australia's University of Newcastle and UPM explore cooperation avenues.
08 Jun 2007
Serdang, Malaysia - The main aim of the MOU includes promoting staff exchange programme, industry training for students, research collaboration, external examiner exchange and others.
06 Jun 2007
Penang, Malaysia - Muslim countries have been urged to increase cooperation and research links, particularly in improving the management quality of hajj.
06 Jun 2007
Minangkabau, West Indonesia - UiTM (University Technology MARA, Malaysia) and Universitas Andalas, Padang, West Sumatera, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that outlines plans for cooperation on a various areas.
05 Jun 2007
Sarawak, Malaysia - UNIMAS and University of South Florida (UNIMAS-USF) education and research partnership was forged through a Memorandum of Understanding.
05 Jun 2007
Sarawak, Malaysia - One of the most important output of ICREPE activities to date has been published “Wise Use of Tropical Peatlands: Focus on Southeast Asia”.
01 Jun 2007
The latest breakthrough from UPM is a Recombinant Vaccine for Mannheimiosis, a vaccine that provides a broad protection against pneumonia in goats and sheep caused by Mannheimia haemolytica.
01 Jun 2007
Asia Pacific Conference on Plant Tissue Culture and Agribiotechnology (APaCPA) 2007 - "Biotechnology for Better Food, Health and Quality Living" 17 - 21 June 2007, PWTC, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
30 May 2007
The winning inventions include Violet Biothread, Dairy Probiotic, Biofiltration for Wastewater Treatment, Industrial Sludge Reduction Using Biomass Extract, Corporate Governance Screencard, Malaysian Café, Biodegradable Natural Colour Pencils, Drug Delivery System for Herbal Extracts and Semi-Purification Process of Bioactive Herbal Fractions
27 May 2007
The ‘localization’ of the English language has caused fear among educators and professionals especially the native speakers that English has turned into a corrupt language. This paper highlights the nature of local variations in Malaysian English
25 May 2007
UiTM also received four international awards namely; the ARCA Award (Croatia), British Inventors Society Award (BIS) and INPEX Award (USA). The GENEVA Award (Switzerland) was also won by UiTM for receiving the highest gold medals.
24 May 2007
Innovating Towards Sustainability - The best innovative ideas will be awarded grants in collaboration with Malaysian researchers. The abstracts should be submitted by 15 June 2007.

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Giants in history

Malaysia’s first astrophysicist, Mazlan binti Othman (born 11 December 1951) was instrumental in launching the country’s first microsatellite, and in sending Malaysia’s first astronaut, Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor, into space.
Lim Boo Liat (21 August 1926 – 11 July 2020), a leading authority in the conservation of Malaysia’s biological diversity, had his initial interest in the outdoors piqued by nature lessons in school. Lim, who helped found the National Zoo of Malaysia and re-establish the Malaysian Nature Society, had a particular interest in researching zoonotic diseases associated with small animals.
Known as Mr. Natural Rubber, chemist and researcher B. C. Shekhar (17 November 1929 – 6 September 2006) introduced a number of technical innovations that helped put Malaysia’s natural rubber industry on the world map.
Wu Lien-teh (10 March 1879 – 21 January 1960) was a Malaysian-born doctor who invented a mask that effectively suppressed disease transmission. Winning the prestigious Queen’s Scholarship enabled Wu to become the first Chinese student to study medicine at the University of Cambridge.
Ali
Little is known about Ali, a teenager from Sarawak, Malaysia, who was chief assistant to the famous naturalist Alfred Wallace. Most of what is known comes from Wallace’s writings. Ali accompanied Wallace on expeditions throughout the Malay Archipelago from December 1855 to February 1862.
Susan Lim (14 February 1952 – 2 August 2014) was a Malaysian parasitologist who specialized in studying a class of flatworms, the Monogeans, which are parasites of fishes.