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Prof Sun Dong (right), Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong SAR Government, visits Lingnan University’s exhibition booth and sees how Face Fortress, an AI-powered facial verification system developed by Prof Sam Kwong Tak-wu (left) , Associate Vice-President (Strategic Research), Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, and J.K. Lee Chair Professor of Computational Intelligence at Lingnan University, uses AI to screen facial images and detect deepfakes.
24 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
Lingnan University is showing five innovative interdisciplinary projects powered by artificial intelligence (AI) at InnoCarnival 2026, the annual flagship innovation and technology event organised by the Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC). Among the exhibits is Face Fortress: Adaptive All-In-One AI for Digital ID Safety, the AI-powered facial verification system developed by Prof Sam Kwong Tak-wu, Associate Vice-President (Strategic Research), Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, and J.K. Lee Chair Professor of Computational Intelligence. The system is now being used by Lingnan as a way to screen for fake academic qualifications. Prof Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong SAR Government, visited Lingnan’s exhibition booth today, 24 October, to learn firsthand how the system uses AI to screen facial images and detect deepfakes.
Lingnan University co-hosts the 2026 Summit on AI Ethics and Governance with Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen.
23 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
The rapid progress of artificial intelligence (AI) has given rise to challenges ranging from algorithmic bias and system security to energy consumption. Jointly hosted by Lingnan University and the Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen, and co-organised by the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Fund Town, the 2026 Summit on AI Ethics and Governance was held today (23 October) in Qianhai, Shenzhen. Themed "Shaping Responsible AI", the Summit brought together over 200 key experts, including Chinese and international academicians, university presidents from China, and renowned AI scholars from APEC member economies, such as Australia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and the US. Participants discussed how countries can advance AI innovation while balancing safety, social responsibility and sustainable development.
Students at Hiroshima University
22 Oct 2026
Hiroshima University
A study by Professor Miki Shibata at Hiroshima University, published in the International Journal of Multilingualism, examines how multilingual international students in English-taught programs in Japan navigate language use and develop a sense of belonging in the academic community. The findings offer insights into the challenges of multilingual communication and the development of more inclusive learning environments.
22 Oct 2026
Ateneo de Manila University
Ateneo psychologist highlights research linking spanking to child anxiety and aggression, underscoring the value of warm, nonviolent parenting.
Lingnan University announces the renaming of its Department of Translation to the Department of Language Industry and Technology (LIT) starting in the 2027/28 academic year.
22 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
Lingnan University announces the renaming of its Department of Translation to the Department of Language Industry and Technology (LIT) starting in the 2027/28 academic year. Related undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes will adopt new names in the same academic year, reflecting the Department’s strategic development direction in the digital era.
UNU Hub at Lingnan University wins five awards at the European Product Design Award.
20 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
Humanitarian innovation and invention projects developed by the United Nations University Hub on Humanitarian Innovation and Technology at Lingnan University (UNU Hub at Lingnan University) have won five awards at the 2026 edition of the European Product Design Award (EPDA). “Incuvia - Modular Foldable Baby Incubator” received three, including the “Design for Humanity” Special Award, which selects only 10 winners a year, and the “Top Design” Special Award in the Industrial / Healthcare: Medical Products Category, the highest honour in the category. “PureAura - Portable Mini Energy-saving Air Purifier” also received two awards. Lingnan University is the only one of the Hong Kong SAR’s eight UGC-funded universities selected as one of the 10 main winners of the year, bringing honour to the Hong Kong SAR.
Lingnan University holds the “Kick-off Ceremony of the Samuel C.C. Ting Elite Class cum High Table Dinner” for the inaugural cohort of the CCT Class, featuring the 14 students from eight countries and regions selected for the programme.
16 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
Lingnan University has announced the admission of 14 outstanding students to its inaugural Samuel C.C. Ting Elite Class (CCT Class). Selected from high-achieving undergraduates awarded University Entrance Scholarships, the students come from eight countries and regions, namely the Hong Kong SAR, the Chinese Mainland, Ethiopia, Kyrgyzstan, Nepal, the Philippines, Russia, and the UK. They will receive four-year full-tuition scholarships, a guaranteed hostel place with fees covered for four years, dedicated one-to-one mentorship, artificial intelligence (AI) training provided by leading multinationals, precedence in frontier research projects, opportunities to meet Nobel laureates and leading scholars, and priority for admission to postgraduate programmes.
15 Oct 2026
Saint Francis University
Nine students from Saint Francis University (SFU) took part in the GYEI Oxford-Cambridge Academic Program 2026, organised by the Global Youth Empowerment Initiative (GYEI), in August this year. The 12-day academic and cultural exchange at the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge allowed students to experience the academic atmosphere of world-leading institutions firsthand and broaden their global horizons.
Dr. Maria Mercedes "Didith" T. Rodrigo
15 Oct 2026
Ateneo de Manila University
Dr. Didith Rodrigo is the first Asian woman elected IAIED president, bringing Philippine expertise to equitable AI in education worldwide.
A study conducted by the Asia-Pacific Institute of Ageing Studies at Lingnan University finds that working compound carers face the dilemma of balancing professional and family duties. The photo shows Prof Dickson Chan Chak-kwan, Research Professor and Director of APIAS.
13 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
The Hong Kong Council of Social Service estimates that the number of carers across the territory reaches as high as 1.12 million. Some employed people are forced to juggle the demands of work alongside caring for parents, spouses, or children, taking on the arduous role of “compound carers”. The Asia-Pacific Institute of Ageing Studies (APIAS) at Lingnan University conducted in-depth interviews with over 40 multiple carers who care for at least two family members, one of whom has a disability or a chronic illness. The study found that these working compound carers face heavy pressure in balancing professional and family duties. Nearly half of those interviewed keep their caregiving responsibilities hidden at work for fear of being branded “troublesome employees”. Consequently, several had to give up promotions or switch to part-time work due to caregiving demands. Researchers note that current support networks remain fragmented, leaving compound carers to search for, evaluate, and arrange various services entirely on their own — adding substantial friction to an already overwhelming load. The research team recommends introducing dedicated Case Managers who will integrate healthcare, rehabilitation, and social welfare services.
Lingnan University officially opens applications for its undergraduate programmes for the 2027/28 academic year.
13 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
Lingnan University has officially opened applications for its undergraduate programmes for the 2027/28 academic year. Starting from today, both Chinese Mainland Gaokao candidates and students holding international qualifications may submit their applications through the University's online system.
Representatives of Lingnan University and Shandong Normal University sign the MoU and co-organise a psychology seminar.
09 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
The Wofoo Joseph Lee Consulting and Counselling Psychology Research Centre at Lingnan University and the Interdisciplinary Research Center for Applied Psychology at Shandong Normal University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Lingnan on 8 October 2026. The two centres also co-organised a psychology seminar on impulsive decision-making and the influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on moral decisions.
54 distinguished Lingnan scholars are among Stanford University’s World’s Top 2% Scientists.
09 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
Lingnan University has achieved remarkable results in the 2026 edition of the World’s Top 2% Scientists list published by Stanford University. The 54 Lingnan scholars named represent an increase of about 25 per cent over last year’s 43. Among them, 21 are ranked in the world's top 100, and six are ranked first either in China or the Hong Kong SAR in their respective disciplines, underscoring international recognition of Lingnan’s academic influence as it transforms into a research-oriented liberal arts university comprehensive in arts and sciences in the digital era.
09 Oct 2026
Ateneo de Manila University
Filipino teen parents use photographs to show the challenges of growing up while raising children, helping Ateneo researchers shape parenting support.
The Short-legged Horned Toad, an endangered species in Hong Kong, is a small frog measuring around 40 mm in length. It is characterised by short hind limbs, small horn-like projections above the eyes, and skin coloration and patterns that closely resemble dead leaves.  (The photo shows the Short-legged Horned Toad population on Lantau Island.)
06 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
The Short-legged Horned Toad (Boulenophrys brachykolos), listed as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species, is the only known small frog species in Hong Kong belonging to the genus Boulenophrys of the family Megophryidae. A study led by the Division of Science at Lingnan University has found that the Lantau Island population of the Short-legged Horned Toad shows clear genetic divergence from other local populations, along with several notable differences in the mating calls of males. The research team suggests that the Lantau population represents an early stage of speciation. Geographical isolation of Lantau Island from other landmasses likely contributed to these unique evolutionary traits. The team recommends treating the Lantau population as a separate conservation unit in future.
Lingnan University’s flag-raising ceremony celebrates the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
02 Oct 2026
Lingnan University
Lingnan University held a flag-raising ceremony to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China on the University campus on 1 October. Honoured guests included the Hon Andrew Yao Cho-fai, Council Chairman of Lingnan University; Dr Patrick Wong Chi-kwong, Chairman of the Court; Ms Carrie Leung Ka-lai, Treasurer of the Council; Mr Sammy Leung Chung-sing, Council Member; Prof William Shum Wai-lam, Council Member; Mr David Kwok Sek-chi, Member of the Court; Prof S. Joe Qin, President and Wai Kee Kau Chair Professor of Data Science; Prof Raymond Chan Hon-fu, Vice-President (Academics) cum Provost and Lam Man Tsan Chair Professor of Scientific Computing; Prof Xin Yao, Vice-President (Research and Innovation) and Tong Tin Sun Chair Professor of Machine Learning; and Mr Ernest Chan Chi-man, Vice-President (Administration), and Lingnan senior management, staff, and students.
30 Sep 2026
Ateneo de Manila University
The university is in the 1001–1200 bracket among 2,297 institutions across 118 countries and territories.
Lingnan University rises nearly 100 places to 257th in the THE World University Rankings 2027, the greatest improvement in the Hong Kong SAR’s eight UGC-funded universities.
30 Sep 2026
Lingnan University
Lingnan University has achieved outstanding results in the newly released Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027. Among 2,297 institutions across 118 countries and regions, Lingnan made a remarkable leap from the 301–350 band to 257th, climbing nearly 100 places to show the highest improvement among the Hong Kong SAR’s eight UGC-funded universities. This demonstrates widespread international recognition of the University’s excellence in quality education, industry-academic-research collaboration, internationalisation, and the nurturing of research-oriented liberal arts talent in the digital era.
Prof Helen Geng Hongyan, Assistant Professor of Teaching of the Division of Science at Lingnan University.
30 Sep 2026
Lingnan University
The University Grants Committee (UGC) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region presented the 2026 UGC Teaching Award to Prof Helen Geng Hongyan, Assistant Professor of Teaching of the Division of Science at Lingnan University. She received the award in the General Faculty Members category. The award recognises her student-centred, innovative teaching approach, which breaks through traditional boundaries between the arts and sciences, incorporates artificial intelligence (AI) and Service-Learning in science education, stimulates students’ interest in interdisciplinary learning, and demonstrates excellence in teaching.
Lingnan University and the Civil Service Bureau of the HKSAR Government jointly organise the first Government Career Fair.
29 Sep 2026
Lingnan University
Lingnan University and the Civil Service Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government jointly organised the first Government Career Fair on the Lingnan campus today (29 September), with 20 exhibition booths, bringing together over 15 government bureaux and departments — including the Digital Policy Office, the Education Bureau, disciplined services and the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, totalling over 30 civil service grades. Recruitment activities were held alongside career talks, on-site interviews, and written examinations, helping students gain a deeper understanding of the career development opportunities available across different government grades.
Prof Meng Bingchun is formally appointed a Senior Lingnan Scholar at LUIAS.
24 Sep 2026
Lingnan University
The Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS) held a ceremony on campus yesterday, 23 September, to confer the title of Senior Lingnan Scholar on Prof Meng Bingchun, a renowned scholar in media and communications, and Professor in the Department of Media and Communications at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), in recognition of her important academic contributions in the fields of media studies, communication governance, and digital culture. Her distinguished lecture, titled “The politics and poetics of AI: From great power competition to imaginaries of good life”, offered an in-depth analysis of the divergent artificial intelligence (AI) policies and development models of China and the US, explaining that this competition is not only a rivalry over “hard power” in data and computing capabilities, but also a contest between the two sides’ visions of good life.
The research team creates a dedicated investment-education website and sets up a separate webpage for each stock in the study, providing basic concepts of “reported earnings” and “actual cash flows”, as well as methods for calculating and analysing the relevant data.
22 Sep 2026
Lingnan University
Why are individual investors, commonly known as “retail investors”, prone to losing money in the stock market? A Lingnan University joint study of more than 4,600 Chinese and US stocks finds that investors are less likely to buy stocks blindly when they understand the difference between a company’s “reported earnings” and its “actual cash flows”. The research team used social media to explain the difference between the two, and to teach investors how to analyse relevant company data. The results show that for companies whose earnings contain a larger accrual component, the buying behaviour of retail investors who received the relevant education declined significantly. Investment losses arising from stock prices rising and then falling after an earnings announcement were also reduced.
Prof S. Joe Qin, President and Wai Kee Kau Chair Professor of Data Science at Lingnan University.
16 Sep 2026
Lingnan University
Prof S. Joe Qin, President and Wai Kee Kau Chair Professor of Data Science at Lingnan University, welcomes the release of Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan and the 2026 Policy Address delivered by Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR Government, Mr John Lee, and responds as follows:
15 Sep 2026
Ateneo de Manila University
Thousands flocked to Ateneo’s MIBF 2026 booth for celebrity signings, diverse books and journals, and a lively celebration of reading.
Eight subjects at Lingnan University are in the 2026 ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects. Five subjects, including Computer Science and Engineering, and Electrical and Electronic Engineering, made the list for the first time, while Artificial Intelligence entered the 76th to 100th band.
15 Sep 2026
Lingnan University
Lingnan University has achieved outstanding results in the newly released 2026 ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS), with eight subjects on the list, nearly three times as many as last year. Five subjects, including Computer Science and Engineering, and Electrical and Electronic Engineering, made the list for the first time, and Artificial Intelligence, which made its debut on the list last year, saw a significant leap in its ranking, breaking into the global top 100 for the first time in the 76th to 100th band. This achievement underscores Lingnan’s dedication to advancing interdisciplinary research in artificial intelligence and data science, and demonstrates widespread recognition from the international academic community.
Asia Research News Editors Choice
15 Sep 2026
Asia Research News
AI-powered cyborg cockroaches, Undiagnosed kidney disease, Plants as genetic engineers, AI and mental workload, Carnivorous plants confirm Darwin prediction, Moisture conveyor belt and Forever chemicals in furry friends. Read all in the latest Editor's Choice.
Lingnan hosts the Research & KT Excellence Awards Presentation Ceremony 2026.
14 Sep 2026
Lingnan University
Lingnan University recently hosted the Research and Knowledge Transfer Excellence Awards Presentation Ceremony 2026. At the “Excellence Beyond Achievement Where Technology Meets Humanity” ceremony, 53 Lingnan scholars were presented with the Outstanding Researcher Award, the Early Career Researcher Award, and the Research & Knowledge Transfer Fund Award for their exceptional contributions to academic research and knowledge transfer that advance societal development. The University’s overall innovation and technology performance reached new heights in the 2025/26 academic year, with the number of granted patents for research projects increasing sixfold year-on-year to set a new record.
Prof Sam Kwong Tak-wu, Associate Vice-President (Strategic Research), Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, and J.K. Lee Chair Professor of Computational Intelligence at Lingnan University, has been elected as a 2026 Fellow of the Academy of Science of the Royal Society of Canada.
11 Sep 2026
Lingnan University
Prof Sam Kwong Tak-wu, Associate Vice-President (Strategic Research), Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, and J.K. Lee Chair Professor of Computational Intelligence at Lingnan University, was recently elected to the Class of 2026 Fellows of the Academy of Science of the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) in recognition of his outstanding academic achievements and remarkable contributions in the field of science. Fellowship of the RSC is one of the highest honours Canada bestows upon scholars and scientists. This year, 105 people worldwide were elected as new Fellows, and Prof Kwong is one of the three scholars in Hong Kong SAR to receive this prestigious recognition. He will attend the induction ceremony in Ottawa in November.
09 Sep 2026
Ateneo de Manila University
Dr. Filomeno Aguilar spotlighted the shared history, culture, and scholarship between Mexico and the Philippines.
Lingnan University
08 Sep 2026
Lingnan University
As Hong Kong’s population ages at one of the fastest rates in the world, the demand for family eldercare increases daily. To understand the responsibilities and roles assumed by grandchildren in caring for their grandparents, the Asia-Pacific Institute of Ageing Studies (APIAS) at Lingnan University conducted an in-depth interview study, which shows that having been looked after by grandparents in childhood is a major reason why grandchildren are willing to take on these same responsibilities for their own grandparents; another key motivation is the desire to alleviate their parents’ burden. However, the study highlights a common dilemma faced by grandchildren acting as carers: a lack of nursing knowledge and skills. Also, as more families employ foreign domestic helpers for childcare, this shift in caregiving models may weaken the traditional role of grandparents, which could in turn affect the long-term intergenerational eldercare support network.

Events

04 Nov 2026
Explore a future of human-centred education powered by AI and technology. Discover innovative tools and platforms in a free-to-attend exhibition featuring over 200+ education technology providers.
03 Nov 2026
Andragogy for Impact (AnfI) 2026 is a biennial international conference series dedicated to reimagining adult learning as a catalyst for transformation across individuals, work, and societies. It connects educators, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to co-create new models of learning that are ethical, inclusive, and future-ready.
21 Jan 2026
From January 21–23, 2026, join the global education community at COEX Hall A & B in Seoul for Education Korea 2026, a premier event exploring the future of education and EdTech.
06 May 2026
Education Vietnam 2026 is the largest international education and EdTech exhibition in Vietnam, bringing together schools, educators, policymakers, startups, and global education technology providers.
international conference
23 Aug 2025
We are pleased to announce the 7th edition of the International Conference on Biospheric Harmony (ICOBAR), hosted by BINUS University in collaboration with the Ikatan Ilmuwan Indonesia Internasional (I4) under the auspices of the Indonesian Diaspora Scientific Forum (FIDI).
01 Oct 2025
Bett Asia returns to Malaysia! Bett Asia is one of the region’s most influential education technology Leadership Summit and Expo, uniting over 2,000 senior education leaders, policymakers, and pioneering EdTech providers under one roof. As part of the global Bett community, it leverages nearly 40 years of experience to shape the future of learning across Southeast Asia and beyond.
05 Nov 2025
Explore innovative solutions from 250 of the world’s top education technology providers, alongside 60 cutting-edge EdTech start-ups, all showcasing their latest advancements in a free-to-attend exhibition.
29 May 2025
For over 35 years, ITEX has been the premier event in Asia for inventors and investors to connect and collaborate. Held at the KL Convention Centre in Malaysia, ITEX offers a unique opportunity to showcase your inventions to a global audience and propel your ideas forward.
28 Nov 2024
“The Artist as Public Intellectual…” explores the concept of "Rememory," as defined by Toni Morrison (1987), where revisiting and reimagining the past helps heal, dream, and innovate. It also draws on the Ghanaian concept of Sankofa, which encourages looking to the past to guide progress toward the future. Using these ideas, the event looks beyond academic spaces to engage the Global South’s artistic and cultural knowledge. It will examine how histories, cultural heritages, filmmaking, and indigenous knowledge systems—related to media, identity, gender, and textiles—can inspire ethical and innovative approaches to transnational media research, practice, and teaching.
16 Oct 2024
The Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE) 2024: Sustainable Development Goals International Innovation Awards & Expo (SDG IIAE) stands at the forefront of global efforts to foster innovative solutions that advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As we navigate the critical decade of action towards 2030, this prestigious event serves as a beacon of inspiration, showcasing groundbreaking innovations and facilitating meaningful dialogue among the brightest minds across the globe.
02 Oct 2024
Join us in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 2-3 October 2024 for Bett Asia 2024. Our Leadership Summit and Expo provides a unique platform for ministers, senior leaders and changemakers to connect meaningfully and engage deeply in impactful conversations, set against an intimate and innovative backdrop.
30 May 2024
The two-day online seminar “Exploring Ethics in Transnational Media Collaboration” will take place on May 30th and 31st. Speakers from Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, the UK, the USA, Canada, Germany, Africa, and Nigeria will discuss important topics such as storytelling, decolonizing feminism, and the challenges of transnational media research.
27 May 2024
The 4th International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4), co-chaired by New Zealand and the Maldives, will take place from 27 to 30 May 2024 in Antigua and Barbuda under the theme “Charting the Course Towards Resilient Prosperity”.
06 Nov 2024
Back for its 9th edition, EDUtech Asia is once again bringing together the leading minds across Asia to reimagine the future of education with the power of tech.
Scholars at Risk
25 Jun 2024
The Scholars at Risk Global Congress seeks to explore and capture the experience of current and prior generations of academic communities forced into exile by political unrest, repression, disaster and conflict.
07 Aug 2024
The MTE 2024: Advanced Healthcare and Life Sciences International Innovation Awards & Expo (AHLS IIAE) is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating groundbreaking innovations in the healthcare industry.
16 May 2024
Dive into the future of technology at ITEX 2024, where "Generative AI" takes centre stage, revolutionising how we approach Artificial Intelligence (AI). This groundbreaking theme shifts away from the ordinary, showcasing AI's power to create entirely new content and solutions.
01 Mar 2024
Featuring innovations from diverse fields and streams, VIC 2024 provides an opportunity for educators, students, and the public to participate and showcase their innovations and designs through a digital platform.
01 Dec 2023
The Knowledge for Democracy Myanmar (K4DM) initiative of the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) in partnership with Global Affairs Canada (GAC), is pleased to invite you to the KNOWLEDGE MARKETPLACE – Chiang Mai 2023: Exchanging Ideas for a Democratic Myanmar, which will be held on Friday, December 1st – Sunday, December 3rd, 2023, at Ang Kaew Villa & SPP, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai. Satellite events will be held in Bangkok on 29th November & 1st December and Vancouver on 22nd November.
27 Feb 2024
A transformative three-day conference uniting innovative minds in education to explore the limitless potential of AI. It is a call to action for those dedicated to reshaping education and empowering the next generation with vital skills for the digital era.
23 Oct 2023
Science Journalism Forum (SJF) is returning for its 4th edition from October 23rd to 26th, 2023! This year's theme is "Science Journalism: Seeking Best Practices," and we cordially invite all science journalism professionals to join us and contribute to this significant gathering.
18 Oct 2023
The Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE) 2023: Sustainable Development Goals International Innovation Awards & Expo (SDG IIAE) is the first in the region focused on recognizing innovations, initiatives, programmes and ideas which contribute to sustainability, eradicating poverty, improving well-being, protecting our planet, and building peace and prosperity.
24 Aug 2023
Using Data for Sustainability: An evening of Short Talks and Networking
04 Oct 2023
Innovators and government officials will gather together to share insights on improving learning outcomes across the region alongside an expo showcasing some of the world’s best EdTech solutions.
02 Aug 2023
EDUtech Indonesia 2023 brings together school leaders, educators, and policymakers to share and learn, make new connections, and generate ideas and collaborations that lead to better teaching and learning outcomes.
10 May 2023
EDUtech Malaysia 2023 Roadshow brings together school leaders, educators and policymakers to share and learn, make new connections, and generate ideas and collaborations that lead to better teaching and learning outcomes.

Researchers

Mhel Cedric D. Bendo, Filipino researcher and academic writer in digital learning, AI in education, educational psychology, educational assessment and fintech
Journal Editor | Founding Editor | Editorial Board Member | Technical Editor | Peer Reviewer | Student Researcher | Academic Writer | B.S. Entrepreneurship | Polytechnic University of the Philippines
I am a Ugandan female National, an educator and a researcher, experienced in teaching, research and mentorship. I hold a PhD in physics Education with a masters of science in Physics. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Z3CH99gAAAAJ&hl=en
Inv. Galvin Lee Kuan Sian 李冠贤
Galvin is a multidisciplinary academic, educator, and entrepreneur with a proven track record of excellence in business, education, and innovation.
Felix Christian Haas is a development consultant, advisor and researcher with interest in the interface of business and politics/policy in Southeast Asia (specifically Myanmar) and Europe. He is open to any collaboration, joint publications or to providing commentary on economic development related issues in Asia (e.g. trade, investment), on geopolitical and international relations as well as on issues related to Myanmar.
Mr. Wyrlo Dela Cruz is a faculty in University of Santo Tomas Legazpi. He is teaching research, philosophy subjects and social science subjects. He has published several researches in local and international journals. He used to be a researcher in National Commission on Indigenous Peoples-V and currently and a researcher coordinator in Univeristy of Santo Tomas Legazpi. His research interest is in continental philosophy, education, and research management. He is currently a member National Research Council of the Philippines.
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I am working as lecturer in Jenderal Soedirman University, Central Java, Indonesia. I focus on geology research, specifically in geochemistry for oil and gas. I really like observing geological phenomena, especially earthquakes and also do a lot of research related to geoparks.I have experience worked within the oil and gas sector for the better part of 15 years in technical and commercial environments.
Dr. Abu Syed, C4RE (Centre for Research on Environment and People)
Dr. Syed is accomplished environmental and climate scientists. He supervised PhD and Post-Doc researches on climate, environment, water, remote sensing (optical & RADAR, hyperspectral, LiDAR) atmospheric modeling.
Dr. Farman Ali is an accomplished researcher and academic specializing in UAV communications, free space optics, nonlinear optical systems, and AI-integrated communication technologies. He is currently serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, China, where he is engaged in cutting-edge research in UAV-to-ground/ship communication modeling, AI-driven optical systems, and channel modeling under urban and maritime conditions. Previously, Dr. Ali held the position of Associate Professor and ORIC In-charge at Qurtuba University of Science and IT, Pakistan, where he also convened the Occupational Safety and Health Committee within the Faculty of Engineering. With a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Iqra National University (2019), an M.S. from Sarhad University (2014), and a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (2011), his educational foundation underpins his prolific research output. Dr. Ali has authored over 70 peer-reviewed articles in leading journals including IEEE Transactions, Optics & Laser Technology, and Fiber and Integrated Optics, amassing over 645 citations, with an h-index of 15 and an i10-index of 24. His work has contributed to major projects funded by the Chinese National Key Research Program, European Union Horizon 2020, and multiple Middle Eastern and European academic grants. In addition to his research, he has also contributed to innovation through patents, notably in UAV-based maritime communication models. Dr. Ali’s interdisciplinary expertise bridges optical networks, machine learning, and wireless communications, making him a key contributor to the future of 5G+ and next-generation aerial communication systems.
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Abdul Basit
Dr. Muhammad Abdul Basit is an established academician who is concomitantly working in science and arts, accomplishing the publications of multiple books as well as more than 100 international research publications in the field of nanomaterials, thin-film techniques, and photoenergy applications. Dr. completed did his PhD & Post-Doc. from Hanyang University, south Korea and currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Institute of Space Technology, Pakistan where he is leading the Nanomaterials for Advanced Energy Applications research group and lab. Dr. Basit has won multiple intellectual capability awards from various agencies such as HEC Pakistan, PCK Korea and DAAD-Germany.
Universiti Brunei Darussalam
Afroz Shah is an earthquake scientist, educator, and National Geographic Explorer who specializes in structural geology and seismic hazards. He is a Senior Assistant Professor at the Department of Geosciences, Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD). His research focuses on earthquake-causing faults and the deformation of lithospheric plates, particularly in South and Southeast Asia. Afroz earned his Ph.D. in 2010 from James Cook University, Australia, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at the Earth Observatory of Singapore (2013). He began his academic career as a Senior Lecturer in Structural Geology at Curtin Sarawak, Malaysia, before joining UBD, where he leads geoscience education and outreach initiatives.
Shimi Chak is a climate advocate and Indigenous youth leader. Her interest lies in renewable energy, policy advocacy, and community-led solutions, helping refugees and Indigenous groups adapt to climate change and preserve traditions.
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
Mosaddika Mounin is a dedicated researcher in education policy, refugee education, and AI in education. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics with minors in Finance and Development Studies and a Master's in Education from the Asian University for Women (AUW). Mosaddika is actively engaged in the education sector, serving as a primary school mentor and a high school teacher. Her work aims to bridge the gap between policy and practice, ensuring quality education for marginalised communities.
Tahiya Tasnim is a distinguished academic researcher and educator driving research-driven interventions that bridge academia and communities. She specializes in education, planetary health, and sustainability, empowering marginalized communities through research, developing curricula, and advocacy.
Sadia Salim is an environmental and public health researcher working on climate change, planetary and environmental health, WASH, sustainability, education and empowerment, and grassroots community development and resilience in vulnerable regions.
Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka
Priyanka Jayawardena is a Research Economist at the Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS). Priyanka has over 20 years of experience in conducting economic policy related research on health, education, labour and fiscal distribution analysis. She is experienced in quantitative data analysis with applying econometric evaluation techniques -- distributional analysis, quasi-experimental methods, wealth index, equity in opportunity indices. She has conducted numerous research studies relating to the human resource development in Sri Lanka for a variety of development partners including World Bank, ADB and UNICEF and member of the Southern Voice network. Many of her recent research has been published in peer reviewed national and international journals and book chapters.
Monash University
Wan F. A. Jusoh is currently a Senior Lecturer in Biodiversity and Conservation and serves as the Honours Program Director (Malaysia) at the School of Science, Monash University Malaysia. Her research focuses on the intersection of biodiversity and the history of natural heritage, ranging from studying flashing fireflies to reconstructing timelines of how ecosystems have evolved.
stephenpoon
A dynamic force in social creative catalyst, navigates the global landscape with a unique perspective, work across disciplines in sustainability, creativity, human factors, entrepreneurship and innovation.
Nehaluddin Ahmad (born in 1952) is a public figure and prominent academician from India who served as a law professor at the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Faculty of Law, Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA) in Brunei Darussalam
Zheimie H. Zamri is a Bruneian Senior Research Assistant and Tutor, pursuing a Ph.D. in Law at UNISSA, with research interests in human rights and legal social issues.
As a researcher, Chiungfen Chen serves as an Analysis and Project Manager at the Office of International Affairs at National Taiwan University (NTU). For the past decade, she has engaged in international higher education and undertaken numerous international projects to facilitate faculty and student exchanges worldwide. In addition to participating in presentations with university partners at international higher education conferences such as Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) and Association of International Educators (NAFSA), she has contributed articles at international media outlets such as QS Global Education News and South China Morning Post in order to highlight issues of international higher education. Meanwhile, she delivered presentations related to international education across the globe including in Germany, Spain, India and Thailand and participated in Erasmus+ programs in Sweden and Turkey to facilitate staff mobility. She obtained her master's degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).
I'm currently an adjunct professor at the Asian Institute of Management in Manila. I crafted a course called Art-Science Thinking based on my dissertation on Culture as Transformative Innovation: Filipino Care in the Practice of Family Medicine. Since 2017, my consultancy & studio has been collaborating with the Dept. of Science & Technology in the Philippines.
Centre for Economic and Social Development (CESD)
Ph.D. candidate at the Faculty of Economics, Chaing Mai University with prior experience in public policy and research, especially in Myanmar's economic development.
UGANEESWARY SUPARMANIAM
ChM. Ts. Dr. Uganeeswary Suparmaniam, AMIChemE (UK) is a multiple award-winning young scientist, sustainability advocate, and climate activist attached to the HICoE-Centre for Biofuel and Biochemical Research, Institute of Self-Sustainable Building, PETRONAS University of Technology, Malaysia.
Nanyang Technological University
Sierin Lim is an Associate Professor of Bioengineering at the School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology and the Associate Dean (Global Partnerships) at the Graduate College of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU). Her research group focuses on the design and engineering of biological entities for applications in health and the environment. She is the co-founder of Women@NTU, Society of Women in Engineering (SWE@SG) and Promotion of Women in Engineering, Research and Science (POWERS) programme.
Dr. Chong Li Choo is an accomplished academic, Associate Professor at Taylor's University, expert in food technology, and innovative product design. Award-winning researcher, director for Food Security & Nutrition Impact Lab, and impactful leader in the field.
His personal aspiration is to teach English and linguistics, educate bilingual for ethnic students in Viet Nam, and do language research.
Universiti Malaysia Sabah
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka
Sunimalee Madurawala is a Research Economist at the Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) with over 15 years of research experience. Her expertise lies in the areas of gender, health economics, and population studies.
SpiderThailand
Biology of Spiders is my interest for research. Thai spiders are my focus group.

Giants in history

Chinese biochemist Chi Che Wang (1894 - 1979), one of the first Chinese women to study abroad, advanced to prominent research positions at American institutions including the University of Chicago and the Northwestern University Medical School.
Physicist and statistician Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis (29 June 1893– 28 June 1972), who founded the Indian Statistical Institute in 1931, is known for his pioneering application of statistics to practical problems.
Sálim Moizuddin Abdul Ali (12 November 1896 – 20 June 1987), commonly referred to as the Birdman of India, was the first person to conduct systematic surveys of birds from across India.
Iranian physician and bacteriologist Azar Andami (8 December 1926 – 19 August 1984) developed a cholera vaccine to combat an outbreak that swept through the Middle East, India, Southeast Asia, and Africa in 1937.
Haisako Koyama (1916 – 1997) was a Japanese solar observer whose dedication to recording sunspots – cooler parts of the sun’s surface that appear dark – produced a sunspot record of historic importance.
Through her iconic stories featuring fictional scenes from the history of the Philippines, language teacher and academic Genoveva Matute (3 January 1915 – 21 March 2009) helped strengthen the Filipino identity.
Chinese physicist Xie Xide (19 March 1921 – 4 March 2000) was an influential educator and one of China’s pioneer researchers of solid-state physics.
Palaeontologist Yichun Hao (1920 – 2001) co-authored the first Chinese textbooks on palaeontology and micropalaeontology. Her research on Foraminifera – amoeba-like organisms with shells – was vital for the exploration and utilisation of marine energy resources.
Esther Park (1877-1910), born Kim Jeom-dong, was the first female Korean physician to practise modern medicine in Korea and trained the first generation of Korean female doctors.