Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh.
Dear YBhg. Dato'/Prof./Dr./Sir/Mdm./Br./
You are invited to
MTE 2023: Advanced Healthcare and Life Sciences International Innovation Awards & Expo!
We are thrilled to invite you to an exciting event that promises to be a pinnacle of knowledge, innovation,
and collaboration in the fields of healthcare and life sciences. Join us for an enlightening event where
renowned experts will present the latest advancements in healthcare and life sciences.
Date: 9th-11th August 2023
Venue: Virtual
Free Registration: https://mte.
This is a unique opportunity for medical professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts to gain valuable insights
into cutting-edge research and breakthrough treatments. By attending, you will have the chance to broaden your knowledge and contribute to the advancement of healthcare and life sciences.
Secure your spot today by registering for these transformative knowledge-sharing sessions on Day 1.
We look forward to your presence at this remarkable event as we work together to advance healthcare, improve lives, and make a lasting impact in the field of medicine.
TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER OFFICE
السَّلاَمُ عَلَيْكُمْ وَرَحْمَةُ اللهِ وَبَرَكَاتُهُ
May this email reach you in the best of health and Iman by the grace of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala.
Dear YBhg. Tan Sri/ Dato’/ Prof./ Dr./Sir./ Mdm.
KHAZANAH IMPACT INNOVATION CHALLENGE
Khazanah Impact Innovation Challenge (“KIIC”) 2023, themed “Tackling the Climate Challenge for Malaysia’s Food Security” is looking for Malaysian-based business entities with innovative and commercialised solutions which are economically viable and investible. We seek innovations both from a climate mitigation and adaptation perspective that address the adverse impacts of climate change to safeguard Malaysia’s food security and enable sustainable and resilient agrifood systems.
For more information, please visit https://www.khazanah.
TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER OFFICE (TTO)
السَّلاَمُ عَلَيْكُمْ وَرَحْمَةُ اللهِ وَبَرَكَاتُهُ
May this email reach you in the best of health and Iman by the grace of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala.
The Technology Transfer Office (TTO), Research Management Centre would like to congratulate the following researchers for winning Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE SDG) 2023 - Sustainable Development Goals International Innovation Awards and Expo
1) Prof. Ts. Dr. Hazleen Anuar from Kulliyyah of Engineering for winning MTE SDG 2023 - Gold Award
السَّلاَمُ عَلَيْكُمْ وَرَحْمَةُ اللهِ وَبَرَكَاتُهُ
May this email reach you in the best of health and Iman by the grace of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala.
Dear YBhg. Tan Sri/ Dato’/ Prof./ Dr./Sir./ Mdm.
PhDPreneur Program – Empowering PhD Graduates with Entrepreneurial Skill
We are excited to announce the launch of the PhDPreneur Program, an initiative designed to equip PhD graduates and final-year PhD candidates with essential skills in research commercialization and entrepreneurship. This program aims to enhance the commercialization rate of local research and development outputs by supporting participants in establishing technology-based startup companies.
Program Objectives:
- Increase the number of entrepreneurs among PhD graduates with commercialization skills and capabilities.
- Increase the number of technology-based startup companies.
- Empower PhD graduates to commercialize potential research outcomes.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Malaysian citizens aged 40 and below as of January 1, 2024.
- PhD graduates or final-year PhD candidates from local public or private universities.
- PhD graduates must be within two years of graduation. Those exceeding this period must provide proof of the continued relevance and high commercialization potential of their PhD projects.
- Not employed full-time during the program implementation.
- Have not previously received funding with similar scope or objectives.
- Projects must be at TRL 4-8.
- Projects or products must demonstrate good technological and market potential (evaluated by MTDC analysts).
- Must possess entrepreneurial attributes, potential, and interest.
- Must commit fully to the program (signing an offer letter with mandatory terms and conditions).
Program Phases:
- Phase I – Screening and Selection: Online applications followed by pitching sessions to a selection panel.
- Phase II – Commercialization Bootcamp: Intensive 5-day training on technology commercialization for the selected 25 participants.
- Phase III – Development of Value Proposition Canvas (VPC) and Business Model Canvas (BMC): Two-month period for developing VPC and BMC, with mentorship and coaching.
- Phase IV – Demo Day: Participants will pitch to a panel of investors and industry representatives. Ten participants will advance to the next phase.
- Phase V – Startup Company Formation: Guidance provided for establishing startup companies.
- Phase VI – Scale Up and Collaboration: Participants will engage in technology scaling and industry collaboration over a 12-month period.
If you submit an application for this program, please inform the Technology Transfer Office (TTO) at:
- Br. Ami Nordin Ismail: amiluq@iium.edu.my
- Sr. Nur Ain Syahirah binti Shamsol Bahrin: ainsyahirah@iium.edu.my
For any additional inquiries, please contact:
- Cek Norlia Mohd Shah: 03-8939 0619; norlia@mtdc.com.my
- Mohd Shafiq Mohd Nor: 03-8939 0620; mshafiq@mtdc.com.my
We look forward to your participation and are excited to support you in transforming your research into successful commercial ventures.
Best regards,
TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER OFFICE (TTO)
RESEARCH MANAGEMENT CENTRE