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MSU, UTM sign MoU on higher education, research, innovation

SHAH ALAM: Management and Science University (MSU) and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) as a strategic initiative to strengthen smart collaboration. The areas of focus are higher education, research, innovation, technology and talent development. The MoU was signed by MSU President and Founder Prof Tan Sri Dr. Mohd Shukri Ab Yajid, together with UTM Vice-Chancellor Prof Ts. Dr. Mohd Shafry Mohd Rahim. It marks a new chapter in the strategic partnership between two institutions committed to academic excellence, research advancement and human capital development. Through this strategic collaboration, both universities will focus on the development of artificial intelligence (AI), virtual hospitals, cybersecurity, as well as exploring opportunities to implement dual degree programmes. The collaboration will also include joint research and development (R&D) initiatives, co-publications in high impact journals, and exchanges involving students, academics, and researchers. The partnership will further create greater opportunities and platforms for research, talent development, and innovation that will benefit society, industry, and the nation. This collaborative network also reflects the ongoing commitment of MSU and UTM to strengthening the country’s higher education ecosystem. This is particularly in interdisciplinary research and innovation, while providing opportunities for students and researchers to participate in high-

o Both varsities will focus on development of AI, virtual hospitals, cybersecurity, as well as exploring opportunities on dual degree programmes impact projects. Also present at the MoU signing ceremony from MSU were Senior Vice President of Endowment and Communications Datuk Rosli Yusof; Senior Vice President of Industry Linkages and Entrepreneurship Prof Dr. Abdul Jalil Ghazali; Vice President of Academic Affairs Prof Datin Dr. Norhisham Mohamad; and Vice President of Research Prof Dr. Norfilza Mohd Mokhtar. Representing UTM were Dean of the Faculty of Artificial Intelligence Prof Ts. Dr. Mohd Naz’ri Mahrin; Director of the Corporate Communication Centre, Assoc Prof Dr Farhana Diana Deris; and Deputy Dean (Research Innovation and Development) Assoc Prof Dr Roslina Ibrahim.

Mohd Shukri (right) and Mohd Shafry with the signed MOU documents.

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