School of Energy and Chemical Engineering
Prof. Ir. Dr. Yong Wai Fen and Chemical Engineering Master’s Student Publish in Journal of Membrane Science
The Research and Postgraduate Centre congratulates Gok Xie Yuen and Prof. Ir. Dr. Yong Wai Fen (corresponding author) from the School of Energy and Chemical Engineering on their recent research article published in Journal of Membrane Science, an SCI Q1 journal with the latest impact factor of 8.4.
School of Traditional Chinese Medicine
New Cohort Embarks on Their TCM Journey at February Orientation
On 13 February 2025, the School of Traditional Chinese Medicine (STCM) welcomed 13 new students from the 2025/02 intake in a dedicated orientation event.The event commenced with opening remarks from Prof. Chen Shaodong, Dean of STCM, and Dr. Lim Chee Hoong, STCM Student Union Advisor, who extended their heartfelt welcome and encouragement. Dr. Chep Lee Lu Siang, Head of Programme, introduced the faculty and key academic guidelines, ensuring that new students have a clear understanding of their curriculum.
School of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
Dr. Hakim Abdulrab: Decoding Life's Challenges with an Optimistic Algorithm
"Everything in life is doable" - this simple yet powerful phrase reflects Dr. Hakim Abdulrab's approach to life. Raised in Taiz, Yemen, a bustling city famous for its Mocha coffee production, Hakim Abdulrab developed a strong sense of perseverance and self-motivation, which have guided him throughout his academic journey. "I have always been self-motivated, earning scholarships throughout my academic journey," he recalls.
Department of Physics
Dr. Song Kok Wee: Breaking Boundaries in Physics and Teaching
In Southeast Asia, there's a Malay saying: Bagai katak di bawah tempurung - like a frog under a coconut shell, believing its small world is all there is.Song Kok Wee Kok Wee, Associate Professor of Physics at Xiamen University Malaysia, has spent his career looking beyond those limits. Over 20 years ago, he left Malaysia to study and work in Taiwan, the U.S., and the U.K. Now, in his forties, he has returned home to take on a new role in academia.
School of Traditional Chinese Medicine
White Coat Ceremony Marks New Chapter for TCM Students
On 18 January 2025, the School of Traditional Chinese Medicine (STCM), Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) successfully hosted the 7th White Coat Ceremony, a solemn and meaningful event dedicated to the Class of 2102 and 2104 (15th and 16th Cohorts) TCM students who are set to embark on their clinical internships at Xiamen University’s affiliated hospitals.
General
1st Malaysia-China Youth Chinese Orchestra Exchange Camp Concludes at XMUM
The inaugural China-Malaysia Youth Chinese Orchestra Exchange Camp was successfully held at Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) from 12 to 15 February, attracting over 80 performers from XMUM, Tsinghua University, UTAR and the University of Malaya to share their passion for traditional Chinese music.
