National Higher Education Research Institute - IPPTN

19/08/2026

19/08/2026

📌 DESIGNING DYNAMIC POLICY: A PRACTICAL WORKSHOP 📝

Sustaining organizational relevance in a volatile world requires policies developed for flexibility, not merely rigid compliance. We recently wrapped up "Designing Dynamic Policy: A Practical Workshop". Facilitated by Dr. Jamshed Khalid as the resource person, the workshop successfully trained participants to draft flexible policies that adapt to modern challenges while ensuring a sustainable future. This shift from reactive rule-making to proactive, dynamic governance is exactly what creates lasting institutional impact.

19/08/2026

PCHELM 2026: UNLOCK, ADAPT, LEAD

The sessions for Module 2: Funding and Financing, part of the Professional Certificate in Higher Education Leadership and Management (PCHELM 2026), were successfully conducted from 28 July - 5 August, 2026.

Speakers:

1. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Anwar Pitchay
Programme Chairperson (Finance & Islamic Finance),
School of Management
Universiti Sains Malaysia

2. Mr. Hj. Mohamad Najib Mohamed
Chairperson
Majlis Bendahari Universiti Awam (MBUA)

3. YBhg. Emeritus Professor Datuk Ts Ir Dr Siti Hamisah Binti Tapsir, FASc
President and Vice-Chancellor
UCSI University

29/07/2026

Congratulations on Successfully Completing the PhD Viva
Heartiest congratulations to Song Tian Xiao on the successful completion of the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Viva Voce Examination.

This remarkable achievement reflects dedication, perseverance, and academic excellence throughout the research journey. May this success open new opportunities and inspire continued contributions to academia, research, and society.

Wishing Dr. Song Tian Xiao continued success and all the best in future endeavours.

29/07/2026

PCHELM 2026: UNLOCK, ADAPT, LEAD

The sessions for Module 1: Higher Education and Development, part of the Professional Certificate in Higher Education Leadership and Management (PCHELM 2026), were successfully conducted from July 18 to 26, 2026.

Module 1 Instructors:
1. Professor Dr. Hamdan Said
Professor in Higher Education
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

2. Associate Professor Dr. Thien Lei Mee
Director
National Higher Education Research Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia

3. YBhg. Emeritus Professor Dato’ Dr. Morshidi Sirat
National Higher Education Research Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia

4. Professor Dr. Tatiana Fumasoli
Professor of Higher Education Studies
University College London, United Kingdom

5. Dr. Choltis Dhirathiti
Director
SEAMEO Regional Centre for Higher Education and Development (SEAMEO RIHED)

6. Professor Dr. Christopher Ziguras
Director and Professor in Higher Education
Centre for the Study of Higher Education, University of Melbourne

7. Professor Dr. Jisung Jung
Faculty of Education, University of Hong Kong

23/07/2026

✨ Research Framing Sharing Session: A Successful Knowledge Exchange

Thank you to Professor Christopher Ziguras for sharing his expertise on "Standing on the Shoulders of Human and Mechanical Giants: Using Diverse Literatures and Generative Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education Research."

IPPTN, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), successfully conducted a research sharing session entitled "Standing on the Shoulders of Human and Mechanical Giants: Using Diverse Literatures and Generative Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education Research," featuring Professor Christopher Ziguras, Director of the Centre for the Study of Higher Education, Faculty of Education.

The session brought together postgraduate students and researchers to explore how Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) can be meaningfully integrated into the research process while preserving the essential role of human scholarship. Participants gained practical insights into developing strong research framing by combining traditional academic literature with AI-assisted tools in a critical, ethical, and responsible manner.

Professor Ziguras highlighted the importance of viewing AI as a complementary research assistant rather than a replacement for scholarly thinking. The discussion emphasised that high-quality research continues to depend on researchers' ability to critically evaluate evidence, synthesise diverse perspectives, identify knowledge gaps, and develop original arguments. The session also explored strategies for effectively using GenAI in literature searching, research conceptualisation, academic writing, and idea generation, while recognising its limitations and the need to maintain academic integrity.

IPPTN extends its sincere appreciation to Professor Christopher Ziguras for sharing his expertise and valuable perspectives. Appreciation is also extended to Dr. Devisakti, who moderated the session and facilitated an engaging exchange of ideas, as well as to all postgraduate students and researchers whose active participation contributed to the success of the programme.

This sharing session reflects IPPTN's ongoing commitment to strengthening research capacity and preparing postgraduate researchers with the knowledge and skills needed to conduct rigorous, ethical, and impactful research in the era of artificial intelligence.

20/07/2026

Congratulations on Successfully Completing the PhD Viva

Heartiest congratulations to Xuan Lu on the successful completion of the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Viva Voce Examination.

This remarkable achievement reflects dedication, perseverance, and academic excellence throughout the research journey. May this success open new opportunities and inspire continued contributions to academia, research, and society.

Wishing Dr. Xuan Lu continued success and all the best in future endeavours.

09/07/2026

🌟 Small Ideas, Big Impact: Inspiring Innovation at IPPTN 🌟

On 9 July 2026, IPPTN had the pleasure of welcoming Ms. Schumy Cheow Sze Huay from the School of Languages, Literacies & Translation for an inspiring innovation sharing session with IPPTN staff.

Titled “Small Ideas, Big Impact”, the session highlighted how innovation does not always begin with big breakthroughs. Instead, meaningful transformation often starts with simple ideas, creative thinking, and the willingness to improve everyday practices.

Through her sharing on innovation competitions and practical approaches to developing impactful ideas, Ms. Schumy inspired IPPTN staff to look beyond conventional ways of working, identify opportunities for improvement, and transform challenges into possibilities.

The session served as a valuable reminder that every idea has the potential to create positive change when nurtured with curiosity, collaboration, and the courage to innovate.

May this sharing ignite more innovative thinking and encourage a culture of continuous improvement among IPPTN staff. Together, small ideas can create big impacts. 💡✨

07/07/2026

Setinggi-tinggi tahniah di ucapkan kepada Prof. Madya. Dr. Thien Lei Mee, pengarah IPPTN atas penerimaan Anugerah Pencapaian Cemerlang (APC) 2025

06/07/2026

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievement of Ts. Dr. Teoh Kok Ban Derick Teoh and the teams for winning the Gold Medal at the INVENTX Invention Competition 2026, organized by Multimedia University (MMU).

🥇 Category: AI, Computing & Intelligent Systems
💡 Award-Winning Project:
GOT-WISE: A Predictive Wellbeing and Research Intelligence System for Graduate-on-Time Success in Higher Education

This remarkable recognition reflects the team's dedication to advancing innovation in artificial intelligence and higher education, developing intelligent solutions that empower student success and enhance institutional excellence.

Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement. May this success inspire even greater innovations in the future!