FAS AIMST

25/06/2026

AIMST Biotech Team Shines with Double Gold Medals Victory at International Innovation Exhibition IVIX 2026 🎖️🎖️🤹‍♀️🤹‍♂️

Congratulations to our Faculty of Applied Sciences students Lee Yuan Hao and Kishanteeni Maran for securing Gold Medals at IVIX 2026 under the supervision of Dr. Tew Hui Xian.
 Microbial Production of Natural Butter Flavour Concentrate from Butter Fat by Solid-State Fermentation Using Lactic Acid Bacteria
 MyChol™: Prototype, Dual-use, Live, Cold-chain Free, Oral Vaccine for Cholera & ETEC Travellers' Diarrhoea
This remarkable achievement showcases the teams' dedication to innovation and excellence in biotechnology research.
Congratulations to the students and supervisor on this outstanding international recognition!

25/06/2026

Silver Medal Achievement – International Innovation and Design EXPO (IIDEX) 2026
Congratulations to Ts. Dr. Sumitha Samuggam, Lecturer from Faculty of Applied Sciences, AIMST University and team members for winning the Silver Medal at the International Innovation and Design Expo 2026 (IIDEX 2026) with their innovation “Portable Multiplex Biosensor for Rapid Detection of Gram-Negative Bacteria in Clinical Diagnostics”. This achievement reflects the dedication to advancing innovative diagnostic solutions for improved healthcare outcomes. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

25/06/2026

ESG in Action: AIMST Environmental Day 2026

In conjunction with the United Nations World Environment Day on 5 June 2026, the Faculty of Applied Sciences successfully organised the AIMST Environment Day 2026. The event featured insightful talks by PERHILITAN, Global Environment Centre (GEC), Prof. Chm. Ts. Dr. Gaanty Pragas (UMPSA), Malaysian Nature Society (MNS), and WWF-Malaysia, alongside student competitions and hands-on activities such as the EcoRush Challenge, composting, and mudball workshops.
The programme also marked the soft launch of the AIMST Flora & Fauna (2nd Edition), highlighting the university’s ongoing commitment to documenting and preserving campus biodiversity. Aligned with ESG principles, particularly environmental stewardship and community engagement, AIMST continues to champion sustainable practices through education, research, and collaborative initiatives that support its broader ESG agenda. This initiative reinforces the importance of sustainability and collective responsibility in safeguarding our natural ecosystem for future generations.

05/06/2026

The Faculty of Applied Sciences (FAS), AIMST University, was privileged to host a seminar featuring two distinguished researchers from Mahidol University, Thailand: Assoc. Prof. Benchaporn Lertanantawong, Ph.D., Deputy Dean for Research and Academic Services and Leader of the Biosensors Laboratory, and Dr. Pinunta Nittayacharn, Ph.D.

The speakers shared their expertise on biosensors, electrochemical diagnostics, ultrasound imaging, and nanobubble-based theranostics, providing valuable insights into emerging biomedical technologies and healthcare innovations.

We sincerely thank both speakers for their inspiring presentations and contributions to academic exchange.

25/05/2026

Strengthening Sino‑Malaysia Academic Collaboration: AIMST–NSMC Partnership 🤝

On 19 May 2026, a delegation from North Sichuan Medical College (NSMC), China, led by Chancellor Professor Dai Rongyang, visited AIMST University, Malaysia, and was welcomed by Vice-Chancellor Professor Kathiresan Sathasivam and the university’s management team, marking a significant step forward in Sino–Malaysia academic cooperation. The visit builds upon a cooperation agreement signed earlier this year to enhance bilateral ties through joint doctoral and master’s training programmes, student and staff exchanges, and collaborative scientific research, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing medical education, promoting knowledge exchange, and strengthening cross-border research excellence between China and Malaysia.

25/05/2026

Empowering Students: Building Mental Wellness for Success 🧠

On 19 May 2026, the Faculty of Applied Sciences organized an engaging “Mental and Emotional Health” talk for undergraduate students, promoting self-care, resilience, and mutual support. Esteemed speaker Kapten Bersekutu (PA) Yusri bin Mohd Yusof, KPBA, Head of the Counseling Psychology Unit at Klinik Kesihatan Bandar Baru Sungai Petani, Ministry of Health, delivered an impactful session that equipped students with valuable insights into recognizing early signs of mental distress and seeking appropriate support with confidence.

19/05/2026

“Kampus Selamat, Mahasiswa Bertanggungjawab” Poster Competition 🎉

🥇 Alicia Cheam Zi Xuan
🥈 Lee Yuan Hao
🥉 Felicia Cheam Zi Lin

13/05/2026

RAISING AWARENESS TO BUILD A SAFE CAMPUS

On 12 May 2026, the Faculty of Applied Sciences hosted a talk by the PDRM Kuala Muda with the theme “Kampus Selamat, Mahasiswa Bertanggungjawab” to raise awareness on crime prevention, personal safety, and social responsibility. Through engaging activities like a poster competition, quiz session, and police exhibition, students experienced hands-on and impactful learning. Together, we are nurturing responsible, informed, and future-ready graduates committed to building a safer campus.

13/05/2026

08/05/2026

From Lab to Gold: AIMST PhD Student Shines with TNBC Biosensor Innovation 🎊🎉

Congratulations to our PhD Biotechnology student, Mr Dilip Kumar Matheven and his team for winning the Gold Medal at the EKSPO REKACIPTA UniMAP (EREKA), 28 April 2026 at the Dewan Kecemerlangan, Kampus UniMAP, Perlis. The invention “Molybdenum Telluride FET Biosensor for TNBC Detection” can potentially help doctors to detect triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), a fast-growing and hard-to-treat type of breast cancer, earlier and more accurately.