Assalamualaikum and warm greetings,

YBhg. Dato'/Prof./Assoc. Prof./Dr.,

We hope this message finds you well. We are writing to bring to your attention an important matter.

2. As you may already be aware, the Ministry of Higher Education (KPT) has introduced the Malaysia Laboratories for Academia-Business Collaboration (MyLAB) program. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry in the commercialization of research products by providing pre-commercialization funds. The program aligns with the growing demands for local technological advancement, innovation, and knowledge transfer. It is expected to accelerate the commercialization of research products and technologies, particularly in cutting-edge fields.
3. We would like to inform you that the MyLAB 1/2025 grant application opens on 17 October 2025, with the closing date set for 31 December 2025. The MyLAB Grant Guidelines (2025 Amendment) and MyLAB Grant Application Form (1/2025) are attached for your reference.
4. For your kind information, Technology Transfer Office (TTO) will conduct an initial screening and recommend a maximum of three (3) potential full project proposals to be submitted to the MyLAB Secretariat. Interested researchers are kindly requested to submit their full proposal and related documents to the TTO by Friday, 28 November 2025 for internal evaluation.

Submissions should be made via email to tto@iium.edu.my
For any inquiries, please contact Br. Ami Nordin Bin Ismail at amiluq@iium.edu.my or 03-6421 5007 / 019-273 6483.

5. As per the MyLAB requirements, applicants whose proposals are shortlisted must also prepare five (5) hardcopies of the completed MyLAB Grant Application Form, properly bound, along with a pendrive containing the softcopy of the application and other related documents. These will be submitted through the TTO/Research Management Centre (RMC) to the MyLAB Secretariat at the following address:

MyLAB Secretariat
Division of IPT Research Excellence (BKPI)
Department of Higher Education
Ministry of Higher Education
Level 7, No. 2, Tower 2, Jalan P5/6, Precinct 5
62200 WP PUTRAJAYA

6. Your attention and cooperation in this matter are highly appreciated, and I extend my sincere thanks in advance for your efforts.

Thank you.

Regards,
Technology Transfer Office
Research Management Centre

HARUN M. HASHIM RESEARCH GRANT (HAREG) 2025

11 OCT 2025 – 1 NOV 2025

Assalamu'alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to announce the opening of the Harun M. Hashim Research Grant (HAREG) 2025.  Below are specific terms for HAREG 2025 over and above the guidelines and procedures provided for HAREG.

OBJECTIVE

The objectives of the grant are as follows:
i)to intensify research on key areas of law;
ii)to advance the legacy of Harun M. Hashim in ensuring justice, integrity and fair play in conflict resolution and community relations at the national and international level;
iii)to support HMHLC and AIKOL in conducting research and impactful publication;
iv)to intensify the process of harmonisation of Shariah and law;
v)to produce quality programmes, modules and products for HMHLC;
vi)to provide aid to students indirectly through research grant.

CRITERIA

i)          Harmonisation of Shariah and Law/Tawhidic Epistemology (TE)

ii)         IT and AI Law

iii)        Comparative Law

iv)        Law, Integrity and Ethics

v)         Conflict resolution

vi)        Governance

vii)       Constitutional Law

viii)      Human Rights

ix)        Other areas of law

ELIGIBILITY

This fund is to provide opportunity for AIKOL researchers to obtain grants and to embark on research activities. With that in mind, the preference under this grant is to award the grant to young researchers, particularly those who have yet to obtain a research grant.

Other eligibilities:

1.      One principal researcher & a minimum of one (1) co-researcher

2.      Open to all AIKOL academic staff

3.      The applicant is not on study leave

DURATION OF THE GRANT

Research projects shall be completed within twelve (12) months from the approval date by the HAREG Committee.

BUDGET

Considering the limited amount of funds available under the Harun M. Hashim Research Fund, in general, the amount of the grant that could be approved is RM5,000; and the funding scope of the Grant is limited to publication costs (RM 3000), Research Assistant (RM 2000), and approved limited travel for the collection of data.

REQUIRED OUTPUT OF RESEARCH

1. Researchers are required to publish (complete with evidence) a minimum of 1 article in an indexed journal (or its equivalent)/a book/ chapter in book/conference proceeding with ISBN no. The HAREG Committee may prescribe other outputs (in addition or in lieu) consistent with the objective of the Grant.
2. 
   2. Researchers shall expressly acknowledge HAREG, all fellow research collaborators and all sources of funding in any publication or publicity. 

GRANT APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1.  Interested researchers are kindly invited to apply for this grant by completing the application in the RMC online application system (RMSV2).

2.  All decisions by the relevant bodies are final.

For inquiries, please email Assoc. Prof. Dr. Noriah Bt Ramli (noriahr@iium.edu.my) /Sis. Edah Baharom (edah@iium.edu.my).

We look forward to receiving your applications, and we wish you all the best!

Thank you. Wassalam.

RESEARCH MANAGEMENT CENTRE

السَّلاَمُ عَلَيْكُمْ وَرَحْمَةُ اللهِ وَبَرَكَاتُهُ 

السَّلاَمُ عَلَيْكُمْ وَرَحْمَةُ اللهِ وَبَرَكَاتُهُ 

Dear Prof./Assoc. Prof./ Dr./Mr./Ms.,

1. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is pleased to invite all eligible researchers to submit a research proposal(s) under the Digital Society Research Grant (DSRG) and Digital Society Research Grant for Industry (DSRGX) programme. The Call for Proposals (CFP) is now open from Friday, 22 August 2025 until 5:00 pm on Monday, 22 September 2025.

2. This cycle focuses exclusively on 21 guided research titles developed by MCMC and our industry partners to reflect key national and sectoral priorities. We warmly encourage researchers to explore these themes and submit proposals that align with them. Only proposals based on these titles will be considered for funding.

3. A virtual information session is scheduled at 10:00 am on Friday, 29 August 2025. Attendance for this session is voluntary but highly encouraged as the session will include important advice and reminders on proposal submissions. You may register for the information session by completing this form at [https://mcmc-gov-my.zoom.us/meeting/register/Jckcoy0ZQjiGpf_hfTjaxg].

4. For further information, please visit the following link: [https://mcmc.gov.my/en/grants/2025-dsrg-cycle-2].

5. For enquiries, please contact the secretariat: Mr. Zachary Malik at 03-8688 8263 / Ms. Atiqah Nabilah Mohd Salleh at 03-8688 7854 / Ms. Kasthuri Sri Tharan at 03-8688 8497 / Ms. Nor Aina Osman at 03-8688 8006 / Ms. Ainul Yasmin Mohd Yusoff at 03-8688 8116 or by email with the subject “DSRG/DSRGX 2025 QUERY” to dsrg@mcmc.gov.my cc grantapplication@iium.edu.my.

Thank you.

RESEARCH MANAGEMENT CENTRE

Deadline Extended until 12.00noon, Monday, 25 August 2025

السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته

Dear YBhg. Datuk / Dato’ / Prof. / Assoc. Prof. / Dr. / Br. / Sr.,

 

May this email find you in the best state of iman and health, by the grace of Allah SWT.

The Research Management Centre (RMC) is committed to continuously improving the quality of our services. As part of this ongoing effort, we are conducting the RMC Customer Satisfaction Survey 2025 to better understand your experiences, expectations, and suggestions.

We would be sincerely grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete the survey via the link or QR code below. Your feedback is vital and will play an important role in guiding our future improvements.

 

Survey Link: https://forms.gle/64nyvpi7qf6zD5Rr5

Or scan the QR code below:

 

Thank you for your time and valuable support.

 

والسلام

 

 

Research Management Centre