School of Communication
Prof. Dr. Wang Changsong Publishes Review on Chinese Popular Cinema
The Research and Postgraduate Centre congratulates Prof. Dr. Wang Changsong from the School of Communication on the publication of his latest article in Asian Studies Review, an SSCI Q1 journal.
General
Xiamen University Malaysia Ranked Among World's Top 1% in Six ESI Fields
Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) has been ranked among the world's top 1% in six fields, according to the Essential Science Indicators (ESI) rankings released in May 2026.The recognised fields are Clinical Medicine, Neuroscience & Behaviour, Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, and Social Sciences (General). Notably, this marks the first time the University's Materials Science field has entered the ESI global top 1%.
School of Energy and Chemical Engineering
XMUM Researchers Awarded PPRN Grant for Biomass-Based Fruit Preservation Coating
The Research and Postgraduate Centre congratulates Assistant Professor Dr. Chong Su Sin (Principal Investigator), teamed with Assistant Professor Dr. Wong Ka Lun (co-researcher) from the School of Energy and Chemical Engineering for securing a grant under the Public-Private Research Network (PPRN) 2.0 Phase 1/2026 by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.
School of Energy and Chemical Engineering
XMUM Collaborates with TNB Research on Carbon Capture Project
The Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Technologies for Agricultural Advancement and a Zero-Waste Economy (STARGAZE) at Xiamen University Malaysia has been appointed by TNB Research as the consultancy team for a Biogenic Carbon Capture and Utilisation (Bio-CCU) project, which officially commenced with a kick-off meeting held on 17 April 2026.
Global Engagement
XMUM Hosts delegate from Washington University in St. Louis for Lecture and Collaboration Talks
On 6 May 2026, Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) welcomed Dr. Grace Johnson, Associate Director of Graduate Studies for the Master’s Program in Economics from Washington University in St. Louis (WashU), for an academic lecture and institutional meeting aimed at exploring potential future collaboration.
School of Computing and Data Science
SCDS Students Gain Industry Exposure Through Company Visit to Western Digital
Students from the School of Computing and Data Science (SCDS), Xiamen University Malaysia, recently had the opportunity to participate in a company visit to Western Digital on the 5 May 2026. The visit was organised with the objective of providing students with greater exposure to real-world industry practices, emerging technologies, and potential career opportunities within the technology sector.
