Graduate Research Week 2024

Welcome to Monash Graduate Research Week 2024!

1 to 4 July 2024 | Monash Univesity Malaysia

Under the overarching theme, "Empowering the Next Generation of Changemakers", Monash University Malaysia proudly presents the Graduate Research Week 2024. This event will delve into various dimensions of research readiness that cover the themes:

Intellectual Property (IP): Uncover the power of protecting ideas and innovations, laying the foundation for groundbreaking research.
Research Commercialisation: Explore the journey from research breakthroughs to real-world applications, driving innovation beyond the laboratory.
Research with Impact: Understand the significance of research that creates positive change, influencing societies and industries.

Why Attend?

Engage: Connect with experts and fellow graduate researchers from diverse disciplines.
Learn: Enhance your academic and research skills through immersive satellite workshops.
Showcase: Present your ongoing research to the broader community and potential employers.
Prepare for the Future: Evaluate your research readiness and gain valuable insights for your future career.

There will also be food fiesta, photo booths and other fun activities happening! You also stand a chance to submit one lucky draw entry if you attend the 1) Keynote Speech, 2) Plenary discussion and 3) at least 3 workshops throughout the GRS week! Five lucky GRS will win a pair of Aurum tickets!

So what are you waiting for? Join us in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and impact. Let's empower the next generation of changemakers together!

Eligibility

Abstract submission is open for Graduate Research Students enrolled in Monash University Malaysia campus only.
Registration for the event is open to Honours, Masters by Coursework and Graduate Research Students enrolled in Monash University Malaysia campus.

Event Programme

The schedule/ programme below is tentative and is subject to change.

Guest Speakers

Dr. Stefan Bächtold

Lecturer at the School of Arts and Social Sciences

Monash University Malaysia

Dr. Stefan Bächtold is a lecturer and researcher at Monash University Malaysia, and a theme lead at the Southeast Asia Research Centre for Digital Technologies and Society (SEADS). His research is interested in the effects of digital technologies in society; their interactions with civil society and government; and political and armed conflict. His profile blends critical academic research with substantial practical experience as an advisor, trainer, and evaluator in international development and peacebuilding for international organisations, governments, international NGOs, and local civil society in Southeast Asia, Northern Africa, Middle East, and Europe.

Dr. Faizal Hamid

Assistant Vice President, Industry Development Division (AgBiotech) & Head of Department, Bio-based Accelerator (BBA) – Bioeconomy Corporation

Monash PhD Alumni

Dr. Faizal completed his PhD in Biotechnology in 2012 at Monash University. He then joined the National Innovation Agency (AIM) in 2013, a government agency under the Prime Minister’s Department in Malaysia. In 2023, Dr. Faizal joined Bioeconomy Corporation, an agency under the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI). Bioeconomy Corporation is the lead agency in Malaysia to develop the biotechnology and bio-based sectors, in line with the National Biotechnology Policy 2.0 (NBP 2.0). The BBA initiative was specially created to assist SMEs and start-ups in the bio-based sector achieve commercialization success, via comprehensive and targeted facilitation.

Dr. Daniel Mahadzir

Director of Research and Development, Adeante Sdn Bhd

Research Fellow (Nutrition Intervention), National University of Singapore

Monash PhD Alumni

Dr. Daniel Mahadzir is a clinical nutritionist and scienpreneur actively working in the nexus of food systems, longevity medicine and planetary health. Prior to his appointment at NUS, Daniel held multiple research positions including United Nations University International Institute for Global Health, Nanyang Technological University and WHO Collaborating Center for Digital Health and Medical Education. Alongside his research career, Dr Daniel is the cofounder of Adeante Sdn Bhd, an investment holding company working on sustainable agriculture, agrotechnology and energy efficiency solutions where he spearhead multiple projects in Malaysia and around the ASEAN. Dr. Daniel is an active advocate for climate change and held a few leadership roles in Global Shapers Community, WEF, Youth UNESCO Climate Action Network, Climate Reality Project and U-Inspire Alliance.

Dr. Hikari Kan Fu Oh

Patent Agent at SLB (Schlumberger)

Monash PhD Alumni

Graduated with a Bachelor of Medical Bioscience and a Doctorate in Natural Products, Hikari is currently working as a Patent Agent at SLB, KL Legal Support Centre. His expertise involves day-to-day patent prosecution work such as advisory, patent search, patent drafting, and patent filing. He is also a registered Malaysian Patent Agent.

Dr. Raksha Pandya-Wood PhD, MA, BSc, FHEA

Monash Climate Change Communication Research Hub (MCCCRH) Malaysia Node, School of Arts and Social Sciences

Monash University Malaysia

Dr. Raksha is a social scientist in health research and a trained health and community development worker. Her expertise in research focuses on using co-production and implementation science to adopt policy and practice change.

Raksha moved to Malaysia in August 2020 from the UK. Before joining Monash, Raksha worked as a consultant for the United Nations University - International Institute for Global Health. Before this, for 12 years, Raksha worked at the National Institute for Health Research as their senior research methods adviser. Raksha led a programme of work to demystify health research with the public. At the MCCCRH, Raksha’s work involves leading several projects on climate change communication across Southeast Asia.

Dr. Juliana Angeline French

Senior Lecturer, Head of Marketing Department, School of Business

Monash University Malaysia

Dr. Juliana French is the Head of the Department of Marketing and a senior lecturer with Monash University Malaysia. Her research lies in the intersections of culture, politics and the marketplace reflected in consumption behaviour, with an emphasis on how socio-cultural-political forces inevitably marginalize communities within the Asian region. Her publications contribute to dialogues and conversations to build awareness and generate interest on issues of discrimination and inequality in the marketplace. She has published her work in peer-reviewed journals such as Journal of Macromarketing, Journal of Marketing Management, Business & Society, Annals of Tourism Research and Tourism Recreation Research.

Professor Visveswara Mohan Avvari

(Moderator)

Professor and Deputy Head (Engagement & Impact) at the School of Business

Monash University Malaysia.

Professor Avvari V. Mohan's teaching and research interests are broadly in strategy and Innovation with special interests in sustainability related / responsible business strategies. He focuses on innovations systems (inter-organisational linkages) that help organisations to develop innovations and contribute to sustainable development. He has published his work in international journals and in reports for international agencies. He is on the editorial panels of international journals in the area of Innovation and Policy. He has experience in delivering in executive development programmes for senior executives from business and government organisations. He has been involved in training programmes for business organisations like Sime Darby, HSBC, UOB, for government agencies (like JPA Malaysia) and also for entrepreneurs. He has also been a resource person in training programmes for organisations like UN-ESCAP, UNESCO-WTA etc. He has served as a Council Member of the Consumer Forum (CFM) under MCMC Malaysia, as an Innovation Auditor of SMEs in Malaysia, as a recourse person in WTA-UNESCO workshops and more recently as a UNESCO Expert for entrepreneurship and innovation.

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Welcome to Monash Graduate Research Week 2024!

Guest Speakers

Dr. Stefan Bächtold

Dr. Faizal Hamid

Dr. Daniel Mahadzir

Dr. Hikari Kan Fu Oh

Dr. Raksha Pandya-Wood PhD, MA, BSc, FHEA

Dr. Juliana Angeline French

Professor Visveswara Mohan Avvari

(Moderator)

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