News & Events

Big Congratulations!

Celebrating the remarkable achievements of our research fellows who have earned the prestigious Professional Engineer status. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. 

Join us at CERE for an enlightening workshop that's all about getting hands-on with MATLAB for renewable energy applications!

Program Name: Basic MATLAB Programming

Date: April 24, 2024 (Wednesday)

Time: 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Venue: Power Electronics & Drive Lab, FKTE, UniMAP

Embark on a journey of discovery with Dr. Azralmukmin Azmi, a seasoned Research Fellow at CERE, guiding you through the essential elements of MATLAB programming within the context of renewable energy.

Key Workshop Features:

• Comprehensive Learning: Grasp the fundamentals of MATLAB programming from a renewable energy perspective.

• Practical Experience: Engage with practical exercises designed to solidify your understanding.

• Expert Insights: Learn from an experienced researcher and enhance your technical expertise.

Scan & Register: Don’t miss out on this chance to boost your MATLAB skills! Just scan the QR code on the poster to secure your spot.

For more information, visit: cere.unimap.edu.my

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to power up your MATLAB prowess!

10 April 2024

Assalamualaikum and Salam Eidulfitri!

                                                                                                             كُلُّ عَامْ وَأَنْتُمْ بِخَيْر تَقَبَّلَ اللهُ مِنَّا وَمِنْكُم

On behalf of the Center of Excellence for Renewable Energy (CERE) at UniMAP, we extend our warmest wishes to Muslims worldwide for a joyful and blessed Eidulfitri celebration in 2024. May this Eid usher in peace, happiness, and prosperity for everyone, and may it reinforce the ties of unity and love among us. As we celebrate this holy month of Syawal, let us uphold the values of compassion, forgiveness, and generosity.

Eid Mubarak! May Allah's blessings be upon us all.

25 March 2024

Workshop on Power System Simulations using Matlab Simulink (Free Registration!)

Dear Students & Staffs, 

We are excited to extend an invitation to a workshop focusing on the modeling and simulation of power systems using Matlab Simulink software. 

Speaker : Dr. Muhd Hafizi Idris

Research Fellow, Power Grid Research Group, CERE

The speaker will guide on how to create a new model, model simple power network, click and drag power system components, change the component parameters, set the simulation settings, display and analyze the results, transmit the data to workspace, save and load the results, creating the subsystem, masking the subsystem parameters and use the functions inside model. 

Date: March 25, 2024 (Monday)

Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue: Final Year Project & Industrial Control Lab PLC, FKTE 2, UniMAP

This session is tailored for electrical engineering-based participants, and we encourage your active involvement. Limited slots (up to 25 participants only) are available to ensure an interactive and engaging learning experience. 

REGISTER HERE : https://forms.gle/3Q1zrRemssLc8kSP6

We welcome you to join us in this course to deepen your knowledge of power systems simulation and enhance your proficiency in using Matlab Simulink for impactful engineering projects. 

Looking forward to seeing you there!

12 March 2024

Wishing all Muslims a blessed Ramadan 1444 Hijrah. May this month bring peace, joy, and enlightenment. Let's reflect, practice self-discipline, and be generous. May Allah grant blessings and forgiveness. Salam Ramadan from everyone at CERE.

5 March 2024

Congratulations!

A round of applause for Ts. Dr. Hana Binti Abdull Halim and team on securing the IEEE Pre-University STEM Portal Grant! 

5 March 2024

Congratulations!

Celebrating the exceptional dedication and service of our esteemed CERE fellows who have been honored with Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang (APC) and Anugerah Perkhidmatan Lama for the year 2023. Heartfelt congratulations on this momentous honor! 

22 January 2024

Congratulations, Ir. Dr. Mohd Sofwan Bin Mohd Resali, on completing the SEDA Malaysia training! Your achievement is highly inspiring. Wishing you further success and innovation.

1 January 2024

Happy New Year! Wishing everyone a joyful 2024 filled with health, happiness, and prosperity. Here's to new beginnings and great memories ahead! 

22 April 2023

Assalamualaikum and Salam Eidulfitri!

On behalf of the Center of Excellence for Renewable Energy (CERE) at UniMAP, we would like to wish all Muslims around the world a joyous and blessed Eidulfitri celebration in 2023.

May this Eid bring peace, happiness, and prosperity to all, and may it strengthen the bonds of unity and love among us. Let us remember the values of compassion, forgiveness, and generosity during this holy month of Syawal.

Eid Mubarak, and may Allah bless us all!

23 March 2023

We would like to wish all Muslims a blessed Ramadan 1444 Hijrah. May this holy month bring us peace, happiness, and spiritual enlightenment. Let us use this time to reflect, practice self-discipline, and show generosity to those in need. May Allah SWT grant us His blessings and forgiveness. Salam Ramadan from all of us at CERE.

15 March 2023

Attention all aspiring innovators and researchers!

Don't miss out on this amazing chance to turn your research dreams into reality. Apply now and unlock the potential of your innovative ideas!

14 March 2023

On March 14, 2023, Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) held the Seri Gemilang Awards Ceremony (ASG) 2022 at the Dewan Kecemerlangan, Kampus Alam UniMAP Pauh Putra. The event was a celebration of the exceptional performance of the university's staff throughout the year 2022, and various awards were presented to recognize their outstanding achievements across various fields. 

During the ceremony, 11 outstanding researchers from the Center of Excellence for Renewable Energy (CERE) were honored with several prestigious awards in recognition of their exceptional contributions to their respective fields. Congratulations to the 11 researchers from CERE for their exceptional achievements and contributions. Their hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed, and their awards are well-deserved. 

The ASG ceremony was a significant event that showcased UniMAP's commitment to academic and research excellence, highlighting the importance of recognizing and celebrating outstanding achievements in various fields. The event also served as a motivation for other staff members to strive for excellence and contribute to the advancement of their respective fields. Overall, the ASG ceremony was a resounding success, highlighting UniMAP's ongoing commitment to excellence in academia and research.

11 - 12 March 2023

From March 11–12, 2023, 19 researchers from the Center of Excellence for Renewable Energy (CERE) had the opportunity to showcase their innovative projects at the EKSPO REKACIPTA UniMAP 2023, also known as EREKA 2023. The exhibition highlighted the crucial role of research and innovation in driving a country's development, and Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) took proactive steps to organize this event.

Through this initiative, researchers were given the platform to showcase their creativity, ingenuity, and discoveries in various research fields, with a focus on innovation and commercialization. The aim of EREKA 2023 was to enable researchers to achieve their goals and simultaneously contribute to advancing knowledge in their respective areas of expertise, paving the way for a new generation of innovative thinkers.

It is with immense pride that we announce that all 19 researchers from CERE were recognized for their outstanding work, receiving a total of 1 special award (Best Invention Award on Digital Technology, Electronics & IOTs)), 9 gold medals, and 10 silver medals. Congratulations to all 19 researchers from the Center of Excellence for Renewable Energy (CERE) on their remarkable achievement at EREKA 2023. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence in research and innovation is truly inspiring. Keep up the excellent work!

9 March 2023

The Center of Excellence for Renewable Energy (CERE) organized a workshop to refine proposals for the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) 2023. The workshop was organized to help CERE researchers enhance their grant applications and ensure a high-quality submission for the year. The event took place at the Tuanku Syed Faizzudin Putra Library, UniMAP, and involved both one-on-one sessions between researchers and mentors.

The workshop was a success, with a total of 14 proposals reviewed during the event. CERE researchers received valuable feedback on various aspects of their proposals, including the research question, methodology, or expected outcomes, which will allow them to refine their submissions and increase their chances of securing funding. Moreover, researchers were able to exchange knowledge and insights, contributing to a collaborative environment that is at the heart of CERE's work.