Imagine a classroom where every student receives a customized learning experience, perfectly tailored to their individual needs and learning style. This is the promise of personalized learning (PL), and artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to make it a reality,...
What if, a surgeon performing a delicate, life-saving operation, their focus unwavering despite the pressures of time, noise, and physical strain. Now imagine a future where technology can assess the surgeon's cognitive load and stress levels in real-time, providing...
Imagine biting into a perfectly ripe tomato, bursting with flavor, weeks after you bought it. Food waste is a massive global problem, with tons of produce spoiling before it even reaches our plates. Now, researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) have found a...
Imagine a world where waste isn't just something to be discarded, but a valuable resource for clean energy and water treatment. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are turning this vision into reality by transforming waste from anaerobic...
Imagine electronics that stay cooler, longer, and use less energy. Or perhaps buildings that regulate temperature more efficiently, reducing heating and cooling costs. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are making these possibilities closer to reality...
Imagine trying to plan a city from scratch, anticipating where businesses will thrive, where people will choose to live, and how the urban landscape will evolve over time. This is the challenge facing urban planners in China's Xiongan New Area, a massive undertaking...
Imagine a world where we can manipulate the movement of ions in a liquid with incredible precision. This seemingly abstract idea holds the key to revolutionary advancements in diagnostics, energy storage, and beyond. At Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), researchers...
In today's digital world, we interact with countless applications and systems. But have you ever considered how the language you choose for the user interface affects your work performance? This is the question explored by researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia...
Imagine hailing a ride or finding a freelancer online with a few taps on your smartphone. These conveniences, powered by digital platforms, have reshaped how work is found and completed. But beneath the surface of this on-demand economy lies a critical question: are...
Imagine a Malaysia powered entirely by clean energy, where bustling cities breathe freely and industries operate in harmony with nature. This vision of a carbon-neutral future isn't just a dream; it's a tangible goal, and new research from Universiti Teknologi...
Imagine living near a river, knowing that with each passing year, the threat of devastating floods looms larger. This isn't just a hypothetical scenario; it's a growing reality for many communities as climate change intensifies. Recognizing this escalating risk,...
Imagine a world where medication precisely targets diseased cells, minimizing side effects and maximizing effectiveness. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are one step closer to making this a reality with their innovative approach to drug delivery...
Imagine a world where the plastics we use every day don't contribute to overflowing landfills and environmental pollution. This is the promise of bioplastics – materials made from renewable resources and designed to break down naturally. However, bioplastics currently...
Imagine a future where broken bones heal seamlessly with implants that simply dissolve away once their job is done, eliminating the need for a second surgery. Bioabsorbable magnesium (Mg) alloys hold immense promise for this application, but their corrosion rate...
Imagine facing a serious health challenge like head and neck cancer. Beyond the physical treatments, the emotional and mental toll can be overwhelming. Many patients struggle with feelings of hopelessness and anxiety, impacting their overall well-being and recovery....
Are young gig workers being treated fairly in the digital age? The rise of digital labor platforms has transformed how we work, offering flexibility and opportunities. However, beneath the surface, a concerning trend has emerged: young workers often face unfair...
Imagine a virtual world so precise it can predict the movements of a real boat. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) have brought this concept to life by developing a 'Digital Twin' (DT) for Autonomous Surface Vehicles (ASVs). These robotic boats are...
Imagine a world where materials could repair themselves, extending their lifespan and reducing waste. This is the promise of self-healing membranes, thin films capable of automatically mending damage. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are delving into...
Imagine a world powered entirely by clean, renewable energy. While the sun and wind offer limitless potential, their inherent variability poses a significant challenge. Like trying to fill a water tank with a hose that sometimes gushes and sometimes trickles,...
Imagine a future where medicine is delivered with pinpoint accuracy, and heat therapies are incredibly efficient. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are exploring this possibility by investigating the use of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) within blood to...
Imagine a world where unwanted, rapidly spreading plants are not just a nuisance, but a valuable resource. Invasive plant species are a growing problem worldwide, choking out native ecosystems and causing economic damage. But what if we could transform these botanical...
Imagine a world where our waterways are free from the pollution of microplastics and oil, safeguarding ecosystems and human health. This vision is becoming increasingly attainable thanks to innovative research at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) focused on advanced...
Imagine a future where a computer can assist doctors in diagnosing complex diseases with greater speed and accuracy. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are one step closer to making this a reality, thanks to their work using deep learning (DL) to...
The 'king of fruits,' durian, is a beloved and economically important crop in Southeast Asia. While durian aficionados know that weather affects the harvest, researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) have now pinpointed a specific culprit behind inconsistent...
Imagine a local power grid, a microgrid, efficiently supplying electricity to homes and businesses. Now, picture it doing so with minimal energy waste and optimized costs. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are making this vision a reality with a novel...
Imagine teaching a computer to 'see' and understand the world around it in three dimensions. That's the challenge of RGB-D semantic segmentation, where computers analyze images to identify and label different objects in a scene, like walls, furniture, and people....
Imagine an Android app that flawlessly anticipates your every move, delivering a smooth and bug-free experience. This is the promise of cutting-edge research at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), where scientists are harnessing the power of artificial intelligence...
Imagine a world where readily available natural compounds could offer a new line of defense against viral pandemics. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are exploring this possibility, turning to the hidden chemical arsenal of fungi to combat COVID-19....
Can electrifying our homes truly combat climate change? A new study from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) dives deep into this question, examining how the shift to electricity for heating, cooling, and other household needs is impacting carbon emissions worldwide....
Imagine a world with more durable, eco-friendly packaging, coatings, and flexible electronics. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are making this vision a reality by developing a novel method to enhance the properties of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) films...
Imagine a world where communication and imaging technologies are significantly faster and more precise. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are bringing this vision closer to reality with a new breakthrough in metasurface design, paving the way for...
Imagine a world where clean, fresh water is accessible to everyone, even in regions facing severe water scarcity. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are bringing this vision closer to reality with a groundbreaking innovation in passive solar...
Imagine a world where water purification is more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly. Researchers at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) are exploring how naturally derived molecules can help solve a major hurdle in membrane technology: biofouling....