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It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the official website of the Institute of Human Centered Engineering (iHumEn), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM).

At iHumEn, we are committed to advance human-centered engineering and technology through impactful research, innovation, academic excellence, and strategic collaboration. Guided by our vision to become a premier global institution in human-centered engineering, we continuously strive to develop solutions that enhance human well-being, empower communities, and contribute meaningfully to sustainable development.

This website serves as a gateway to our diverse ecosystem of academic programs, multidisciplinary research initiatives, consultancy and professional training services, as well our extensive industry and international collaborations. Through strong engagement with academia, government, industry, communities, and global partners, iHumEn embraces the quintuple helix approach in driving innovation and societal impact.

Our institute brings together experts from a wide range of disciplines including biomedical engineering, artificial intelligence, computing, robotics, electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, sports technology, medical devices, digital media, and emerging technologies. The strength of iHumEn is further reinforced by our four distinguished Research Centres: IJN-UTM Cardiovascular Engineering Centre, Media and Game Innovation Centre of Excellence (MaGICX), Medical Devices and Technology Centre (MEDiTEC), and Sports Innovation and Technology Centre (SITC).

Together, these centres play a pivotal role in addressing real-world challenges and supporting the nation’s and global aspirations towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), digital transformation, healthcare advancement, and Industry 4.0 and beyond. As technologies continue to evolve rapidly, iHumEn remains dedicated to nurture future-ready talents, fostering interdisciplinary research excellence, and creating innovative solutions that place humanity at the center of technological progress.

We warmly invite you to explore our website and discover many opportunities, programs, research activities, and collaborations offered by iHumEn. We look forward to build meaningful connections and working together towards a future driven by innovation, sustainability, and human-centered solutions.

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