The Biomedical Science programme, in collaboration with the Industry Partnerships and Engagement (IPE) Unit, successfully hosted the 3^rd Industry Advisory Board (IAB) Meeting for the Biomedical Science Programme on 1 October 2025 at IMU University. The meeting formed a key platform in strengthening meaningful linkages between academia and industry, ensuring that the curriculum remains responsive to current trends and future workforce demands in the biomedical sciences sector.

A key highlight of the event was the student–industry engagement forum entitled “Voices of Industry: Shaping Careers for the Next Generation of Biomedical Scientists”, which brought together distinguished industry professionals who shared valuable insights into real-world applications, emerging trends, and career pathways in the field.

Invited Speakers

• Ms Rusheni Munisvaradass (Eppendorf)
• Mr Goh Mun Hon (National Heart Institute)
• Dr Rebecca Tay (Beacon Precision Diagnostics)
• Ms Sindy Song Hor Yean (Sunfert International Fertility Centre)

Through their talks, students gained first-hand exposure to the evolving landscape of diagnostics, laboratory research, clinical applications, and reproductive medicine, as well as practical advice on skill development, professional readiness, and career planning. The forum was highly interactive, with students actively engaging in Q&A sessions and discussions on industrial expectations, employability skills, and future job opportunities. The session was attended by approximately 100 Biomedical Science students and academic staff, reflecting strong interest in industry engagement initiatives.

Following the forum, the formal IAB meeting was conducted with the presence of Dr Rose Ismet (Neoscience), along with other invited industry representatives and academic leaders from the School of Health Sciences. The meeting provided a valuable opportunity for members to share expert feedback on curriculum content, emerging technologies, laboratory competencies, internship preparedness, and graduate employability.

The IAB members offered constructive recommendations to further enhance the programme, including the integration of more industry-driven case studies, exposure to advanced instrumentation, strengthened soft skills training, and expanded opportunities for industrial attachment and collaborative projects. These insights will play an essential role in the ongoing curriculum review and improvement process, ensuring that graduates of the Biomedical Science Programme are well-equipped with industry-relevant knowledge, skills, and professional competencies.

The successful execution of the 3^rd IAB Meeting reflects IMU’s continuous commitment to bridging the gap between academia and industry, fostering partnerships that support innovation, enhance student employability, and strengthen the future biomedical workforce.