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23 Sep 2014
Asia Research News
Premier technology-matching event catalyses technology and business collaborations.
19 Sep 2014
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
Pact paves way for A*STAR’s technologies to be incorporated into the operations of one of the largest mining companies in the world.
18 Sep 2014
University of Malaya
The latest QS World University Rankings was released on 16th September 2014 which showed that Univesity of Malaya has moved up 16 positions from 167 in 2013 to 151 in 2014. This is the best UM has achieved since QS first published a ranking of the world’s universities.
03 Sep 2014
Asia Research News
3 Sept – These IID champions will develop and share teaching and learning packages featuring innovative and inclusive approaches to pressing social concerns such as sustainable livelihoods, food security, climate change, water and sanitation, and special education, among others.
26 Aug 2014
University of Malaya
The University of Malaya High Impact Research (UM HIR) is indeed honoured to have the The Honorable Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Tan Sri Dato’ Hj. Muhyiddin Hj. Mohd Yassin officially launched the HIR Book “Touching Lives, Impacting Society” on 21st August 2014.
26 Aug 2014
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
A*STAR’s Experimental Power Grid Centre (EPGC), together with Hitachi Ltd and Building and Construction Authority (BCA), have commissioned an advanced Combined Heat and Power (CHP) pilot plant, furthering research in powering cities sustainably
20 Aug 2014
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
Partnership will enable SMBC customers to tap on A*STAR’s R&D infrastructure and expertise, as Japanese companies turn to Singapore to build capabilities for globalisation
19 Aug 2014
University of Malaya
Since 2003, ARWU has been presenting the world Top 500 universities annually based on transparent methodology and reliable data. It has been recognized as the precursor of global university rankings and the most trustworthy one. University of Malaya is ranked at 377 this year and has improved from its position of 401 to 500 in 2011, 2012 and 2013.
08 Aug 2014
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
According to a research study published in the Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities, the government needs to manage street vendors by legalizing street vending, providing safe and suitable locations away from busy roads and IT training for them to operate their businesses.
07 Aug 2014
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
This technology can simultaneously remove impurities and produce clean gas for heat and power generation from waste biomass
31 Jul 2014
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) released a report on the PolyU Tourist Satisfaction Index (PolyU TSI) and the Tourism Service Quality Index (PolyU TSQI) on 29 July 2014, presenting the PolyU TSI for Hong Kong from 2009 to 2013 and the PolyU TSQI from 2012 to 2013.
30 Jul 2014
Asia Research News
Frost & Sullivan’s report, ‘World’s Top Global Mega Trends To 2025 and Implications to Business, Society and Cultures’ identifies 12 of these trends that will drive growth and innovation in the world.
30 Jul 2014
Asia Research News
Massive technology-led disruption across all industries globally, driven by the rapid proliferation of connected devices and services is moving everyone and everything towards a state of ‘connected everything’.
30 Jul 2014
Asia Research News
Frost & Sullivan’s Senior Growth Consultants will join New Zealand’s business leaders and visionaries at GIL 2014 New Zealand to address the challenges to growth and innovation.
23 Jul 2014
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
23 July, Singapore—Four joint laboratories, representing a commitment of S$200m between private and public sectors, were launched today between A*STAR’s Institute of Microelectronics (IME), and its 10 industry partners.
22 Jul 2014
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Sludge obtained from water treatment plants were studied as suitable materials to be used in the pottery industry to make suitable pottery products.
18 Jul 2014
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
The integration of work into the school curricula of developing countries could enhance enrolment, reduce drop-out rates and equip students with the generic competencies they need to participate in the labour market, suggests a paper published in the Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities.
19 Jun 2014
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
Adding lime is a cost-effective means of increasing rice production on marginal acidic soils, according to a study published in the Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science. The study examined the effects of applying lime from various sources on an acid sulphate soil in Merbok, Malaysia.
13 Jun 2014
Asia Research News
13 June, 2014: Are you working on innovations to address poverty? Are you engaging grassroots communities, involved in social innovation, community engagement, social change management or institutional innovation? If yes, then share your knowledge as learning packages, and reach a wider network of social innovators and grassroots communities.
03 Jun 2014
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
Singapore, 3 June – A*STAR has inked a Master Research Collaboration Agreement (MRCA) with Japan’s IHI Corporation, which will allow the development of efficient and innovative solutions to benefit the chemical, infocomm and media, manufacturing and biomedical industries in Singapore and across Asia.
26 May 2014
Tokyo Institute of Technology
(Tokyo, 27 May 2014) Tokyo Tech scientists and colleagues in Switzerland develop an innovative new model to aid the analysis of financial markets uses the laws of molecular fluid dynamics to describe order-book transactions.
26 May 2014
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) organised the Global Tourism & Hospitality Conference and Asia Tourism Forum on 18-20 May in Hong Kong. The conference culminated in a gala dinner on 20 May, which was also held in celebration of the SHTM’s 35th anniversary.
26 May 2014
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL) and Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management of the University of Houston (CNHC) collaborated to establish a tripartite master’s degree in global hospitality business to nurture talents of the future.
22 May 2014
University of Malaya
Lee Chang Boong, a first year accounting student from University of Malaya came out tops in the P&G ASEAN Business Challenge 2014 which ended on 25th of April 2014.
21 May 2014
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
LION Corporation, one of Japan’s largest multinational companies will be working with A*STAR’s Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) to develop safer, anti-odour and anti-bacteria household products that eliminate the use of harmful biocides.
28 Apr 2014
The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
A brand new Centre for Islamic Business and Finance Research (CIBFR) has been established at the University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus.
24 Apr 2014
The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
The new unit will provide research and consultancy services to organisations worldwide. It takes an integrated approach, dealing with both finance and with a range of other Syariah compatible products and services worth USD 2 billion (RM6.52 billion) annually to a market of over 1 billion people globally.
08 Apr 2014
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
NMC also announced an RCA with Mogas Flow Lab (MFL) to establish a R&D lab to develop bunker fuel-based Primary Liquid Flow Standard and a Heavy Hydrocarbon Calibration Rig (HHCR).
02 Apr 2014
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
Singapore, 2 April 2014: The Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech) has inked three collaboration agreements that will play a part in speeding up the growth and development of the microfluidics industry.
20 Mar 2014
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
The paper, which was named the best article in the Journal of Consumer Psychology in 2011, has just been awarded the C.W. Park Prize by the Society for Consumer Psychology.
Events
15 May 2007
Hong Kong - Growing environmental awareness and regulatory pressures are driving companies to look at alternative materials. Bioplastics could be one of the solution to address the problem.
14 May 2007
Shenzhen, China - Hear from the industry’s key players about the latest developments in the petrochemical industry.
14 May 2007
KL, Malaysia - You will gain valuable insights on the latest from production to demand of natural gas, as well as what to look forward in Asia in the next 5 years.
18 Oct 2007
Mumbai, India -- A 2 days Conference will feature world-class business leaders who will analyse latest global transportation and logistics issues in the Southern Asia region and the impact on global shipping.
27 Sep 2007
Bangkok, Thailand -- This year's event will be a gathering of 350 senior executive decision makers from Asia's leading shippers.
12 Jun 2007
Johor, Malaysia -- This is the largest annual Container Ports, Shipping, and Transport Logistics Exhibition and Conference in the ASEAN region and one of the largest throughout Asia.
19 Jun 2007
Singapore - As the Asia Pacific region continues to be one of the fastest growing market opportunity with a huge untapped potential for IT services and solutions, the event has grown to become a notable enabler, critical to the success of both Asia Pacific-grown and International IT services providers aspiring for expansion throughout the region.
24 Apr 2007
KL, Malaysia - Achieving a holistic approach by optimising drilling, completion and production to mitigate risks and reduce operating costs.
11 Jun 2007
Tokyo, Japan - This excellent conference brings together a group of world experts. Not only does it provides business opportunity, it also gives you a greater understanding of how to tackle the Japanese market.
06 Nov 2007
Hong Kong - This event brings together experts for an in-depth analysis of the most important and practical issues facing the industry
21 Aug 2007
BEIJING - This event brings together top experts and regulators to give you more information that will help you to plan the best waste management program to give you the competitive edge that you need!
10 May 2007
Singapore - The event will bring together over 250 of the region's leading buy-side dealers, hedge fund managers, brokers, traders, exchange representatives, regulators and solution providers.
21 May 2007
Goa, India - This highly successful 2-day summit addresses issues that make a difference to market players’ growth objectives by bringing together the best minds under one roof.
16 May 2007
Tokyo, Japan - This Conference will bring together top business figures and government leaders from around the world to explore Asia’s economic future in the context of Japan’s resurgence and the next steps in globalization.
24 Apr 2007
Hong Kong - The demand for energy in Asia is spiraling and as countries in the region continue their rapid pace of development, Asia’s thirst for energy will be more difficult to satisfy. What the effects of the region’s rising energy needs? What is the impact on the environment and what are the policy implications for the region?
07 Jun 2007
Shanghai, China - Speakers from the international scene will share their vast knowledge and experience with fellow colleagues in Asia, making it an ideal platform for East-West connections.
14 May 2007
The purpose of the seminar will be to promote the development of life insurance in Asia, to study relevant issues together, to share information, and to create a dialogue with one another.
16 Apr 2007
Adelaide, Australia- At their second meeting for 2007, Senior Officials will discuss progress on the main tasks for the year and prepare for the Economic Leaders' Meeting in September.
27 May 2007
With the theme 'Responding to a World of Higher Oil Prices and Environmental Challenges: Energy Security through Efficiency and Diversity', the Meeting provides the opportunity to strengthen the APEC Energy Security Initiative.
28 May 2007
Next Generation Networks Asia 2007 will bring together leaders of today and tomorrow who want to be informed on the latest directions and innovation in NGN and how they impact business process reengineering and consumer services.
15 May 2007
This is a unique gathering of contact center executives concerned with strategic, tactical and implementation issues to meet business and operational challenges. The program is designed to illuminate on critical concerns and new developments, as well as showcase best practices, with a view to making contact centers true generators of value.
27 Apr 2007
This summit brings together experts and leaders from Indian and Global Life Sciences Industry to identify and debate the emerging opportunities in the Contract Services segment.
01 Jun 2007
The Conference is intended to bring together researchers engaged in Management, Economics and
related fields from Europe, Asia and other parts of the World.
25 Apr 2007
His Excellency, Mr Mikheil Saakashvili, the President of Georgia will deliver a lecture entitled “New Developments in the Caspian and South Caucasus: A View from Georgia”, at RUSI on 25 April 2007.
16 May 2007
POGEE Conference brings together one of the largest international gathering of energy professionals and industry leaders to explore business opportunities in this part of the world.
23 May 2007
The focus is "Moving Forward with Biofuels – From Feedstocks to Exports". The topics include Investing in Philippines, Comparison of biofuels feedstocks, Latest findings on Jatropha, How biofuels be blended with conventional fuels and Outlook of Biofuels offtakes in Europe, USA, Japan/Korea
16 May 2007
MTA Malaysia 2007 is reputed to be THE EVENT that gathers world’s leading metalworking and precision engineering solution providers and top buyers in the manufacturing industry.
29 May 2007
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Leading broadcasters in Asia-Pacific will meet at AMS 2007 to examine business models and strategies in addressing the industry’s many challenges - the explosion of new channels, new technologies, audience fragmentation, media globalization and changing consumer patterns.
24 Jul 2007
This conference is intended to encourage a wide range of participants to discuss the approaches in integrating biotechnology innovation with business opportunities in an attempt to nurture emerging enterprises and establish a thriving biotech industry.
03 Apr 2007
This is known as the premier exhibition in the petroleum and petrochemical industries in China and has 6 successful events in a row.
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Giants in history
U Hla Myint (1920 – 2017) was a celebrated economist from Myanmar. Considered a prodigy, he was admitted to Rangoon University to study economics when he was just 14 years old. He went on to earn a Ph.D. at the London School of Economics (LSE).
Rapee Sagarik (4 December 1922 – 17 February 2018) was Thailand’s renowned expert on orchids.
Bacharuddin Jusuf Habibie (25 June 1936 – 11 September 2019) was an Indonesian engineer who was President of Indonesia from 1998 to 1999.
Physicist Narinder Singh Kapany (31 October 1926 – 4 December 2020) pioneered the use of optical fibres to transmit images, and founded several optical technology companies. Born in Punjab, India, he worked at a local optical instruments factory before moving to London for PhD studies at Imperial College. There, he devised a flexible fibrescope to convey images along bundles of glass fibres.