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Universiti Malaysia Sabah Hosts Second University-Industry Research Consortium (UIRC) Roadshow
29 July 2024
The Faculty of Science and Natural Resources at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) recently hosted the second University-Industry Research Consortium (UIRC) Roadshow, aimed at strengthening academic-industry collaboration and promoting research in the limestone karst field. The event saw active participation from geology students and lecturers.
Led by Professor Emeritus Dato' Dr Ibrahim Komoo, UIRC Director, the roadshow introduced the scholarship opportunities available under the UIRC and the Young Researchers Industrial Grant, offering a platform for aspiring researchers to catalyse their research. The roadshow also aimed to raise awareness about geoarchaeology in Sabah, a field with immense potential for uncovering the region's geological and archaeological heritage.
A highlight of the event was a lecture titled 'Geoarchaeology in Sabah,' delivered by Professor Dato' Dr. Mokhtar Saidin, an archaeology expert, Chairperson of the National Geopark Executive Committee, and one of the three subject matter experts in the UIRC Scientific Committee. The lecture provided UMS students with valuable insights into the opportunities in geoarchaeology studies in Sabah.
The event at UMS follows the first UIRC roadshow held at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan last month. Launched by YTL Cement and the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) in October 2023, the UIRC is a landmark partnership between universities and industries. The UIRC was established to study tropical limestone karst landscapes in the country, contributing to Malaysia's pursuit of sustainable development.
For further information on UIRC and upcoming events, visit uirc.my.
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Extending its presence beyond domestic borders, YTL Cement now has operations in Southeast Asia, meeting the building material needs of neighbouring nations.
Recently, the Group launched its ECO Product Range, providing a diverse selection of low-carbon alternatives to conventional offerings. This eco-friendly range includes ECOCem, a selection of low-carbon cements; ECO Concrete, offering concrete with significantly reduced embodied carbon; ECOSand, a perfect substitute for natural sand; and ECODrymix, an eco-friendly pre-mix range. This initiative is part of its commitment to support the industry’s transition to sustainable construction.
Extending its presence beyond domestic borders, YTL Cement now has operations in Southeast Asia, meeting the building material needs of neighbouring nations.
Recently, the Group launched its ECO Product Range, providing a diverse selection of low-carbon alternatives to conventional offerings. This eco-friendly range includes ECOCem, a selection of low-carbon cements; ECO Concrete, offering concrete with significantly reduced embodied carbon; ECOSand, a perfect substitute for natural sand; and ECODrymix, an eco-friendly pre-mix range. This initiative is part of its commitment to support the industry’s transition to sustainable construction.
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