From Dental Surgery to Regenerative Medicine: Prof Lakshmi’s Journey in Tissue Engineering Innovation and Medical Education

Article Summary Prof Lakshmi Selvaratnam, recently appointed Professor of Anatomy at IMU University, brings over three decades of experience spanning dental surgery, regenerative medicine, tissue engineering and medical education innovation....

01 Jul 2026

Malaysia Urged to Strengthen Travel Medicine Amid Rising Global Health Threats

KUALA LUMPUR, 20 June 2026 – IMU University, in partnership with the Malaysian Medical Association, Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council, Malaysian Pharmacists Society, Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA),...

24 Jun 2026

Why Clinicians Need to Do Research: IMU School of Medicine Workshop Inspires Research-Driven Healthcare

Article Summary The IMU School of Medicine (SOM), in collaboration with the Institute for Research, Development and Innovation (IRDI), organised a research workshop titled “Why Clinicians Need to Do Research”...

18 Jun 2026

IRDI Fosters Inclusive Research Growth Through Expert Collaboration and Ground-Level Engagement

Article Summary The Institute for Research, Development and Innovation (IRDI) is strengthening IMU University’s research ecosystem through strategic engagement with its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) and direct collaboration with researchers...

15 Jun 2026

From Dartmouth to IMU: Research Intern Asha Dees Explores Digital Health Research in Malaysia

Article Summary Asha Dees, a graduate from Dartmouth College, completed a 9-month research internship at IMU University under the Institute for Research, Development and Innovation (IRDI). Supported by the Dickey...

05 Jun 2026

IMU IRDI Professor Champions Synergism in Cancer Drug Design at PASAI 2026 India

Article Summary Prof Ts Dr Mai Chun Wai from IMU’s Institute for Research, Development and Innovation (IRDI) delivered a keynote address at PASAI 2026 India, highlighting the role of artificial...

28 May 2026

IMU University Research Explores New ‘Smart Dental Materials’ Could Make Fillings Last Longer and Prevent Tooth Decay

Article Summary A groundbreaking dental research project at IMU University is exploring the use of smart bioactive dental materials enhanced with carbon quantum dots to improve the treatment of tooth...

22 May 2026

Building Better Evidence: IMU’s IRDI Hosts IMU–Elsevier Programme on Systematic Reviews and Embase

Article Summary IMU IRDI and Elsevier hosted a training programme on systematic reviews and Embase, equipping researchers with essential skills in evidence synthesis and AI-supported literature search. Quick Glance Event:...

20 May 2026