HIGHLIGHT 2025

28 September 2025
The STEM Programme: Smart Switch Kit Based on the Internet of Things (IoT) for Education was held at SK Dato’ Wan Kemara, Changlun, involving 75 students.

The programme was organized by the USR & Sustainability Committee of FKTEN, with sponsorship from IEEE TryEngineering through an international grant, led by Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Sohiful Anuar Zainol Murad, and assisted by eight lecturers and seven students from FKTEN.

The main objective of this programme was to provide early exposure to primary school students on Internet of Things (IoT) technology through a hands-on learning approach. This initiative aims to cultivate students’ interest in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), thereby nurturing a technologically literate generation from an early age.

IEEE 2nd International Conference on Communication Engineering and Emerging Technologies (ICoCET 2025) on 10–11 September at World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 

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Honored to be part of ICoCeT2025 as Conference Committee Member, Co-Chair (Section Presentations), and Paper Presenter. Looking forward to fruitful discussions and knowledge sharing! 

Distinguished Guest and Keynote Speaker at ICMR-2025, 29-30 July 2025, Sharnbasava University, Kalaburagi, Karnataka, India

Honoured to be invited as a Distinguished Guest and Keynote Speaker at the International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research (ICMR-2025), held on 29–30 July 2025 at Sharnbasva University, Kalaburagi, India.

Grateful for the opportunity to share insights on next-gen communication technologies and connect with brilliant minds from across the globe. 

Keynote titled:
“Next-Gen Communication: Powering the Intelligent, Connected Society” 

Congratulations! You have been selected as an IEEE STEM Champion!  

Through your efforts in providing STEM outreach in your local community, IEEE is empowering the next generation of technology innovators. We received a total of 135 applications from volunteers throughout the world and 28 new STEM Champions were selected. Our reviewers were inspired by the great work you are doing. Each application was reviewed by 3 reviewers. A point system was used and the points were calculated based on your responses. Those applications with a score of 11.33 or higher (out of a possible 13.5) were selected.

Invited Speaker - Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT), Bengaluru, 17 May 2025

Honored to be invited as a speaker for the World Communication Day event organized by IEEE Bangalore Section, held at Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT), Bengaluru. It was a pleasure to engage with bright young minds and discuss the evolving landscape of communication technologies.

A big thank you to the organizers for the warm hospitality and seamless coordination. I also truly enjoyed the insightful campus tour—NMIT’s vibrant academic environment and state-of-the-art facilities are truly impressive.

Keynote Speaker and Chief of Guest at the ICDSIS2025, Hasan, Bengaluru 16-17 May 2025

Honoured to attend the 3rd ICDSIS 2025 as Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker. A truly enriching experience! Grateful to the organisers at Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan, Karnataka– special thanks to Dr. Ananda Babu for the warm hospitality. Enjoyed the traditional banana leaf lunch – a memorable cultural touch! Also appreciated the fruitful discussion with Prof. P.C. Srikanth, Dean of ECE, on potential future collaborations.

Visit to Universities in Medan: Strengthening Academic Collaboration  - 10-12 Feb 2025

A recent visit to several universities in Medan, including Universitas Al Azhar (UNAZ), Universitas Harapan (UNHAR), and Universitas Pembangunan Panca Budi (UNPAB), provided a platform for fostering academic and community engagement. During the visit, activities such as motivational talks aimed at inspiring students, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives benefiting local high schools, and discussions with university representatives were conducted. The discussions centered on exploring potential collaborations in areas such as supervision, academic exchange, joint research projects, and student development programs. This engagement not only strengthened ties between institutions but also laid the groundwork for future partnerships that promote knowledge sharing and cross-cultural learning.

IEEE CASS Malaysia AGM - 11 Jan 2025

Today, I had the pleasure of attending the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the IEEE Circuits and Systems (CASS) Malaysia Chapter, held at the picturesque Bangi Resort Hotel. The event was a great platform to review the chapter's achievements, discuss future directions, and foster collaboration among members. Thank you to all who participated and contributed to making this meeting a success. We look forward to another productive year ahead with exciting initiatives and continued engagement within our vibrant community. Together, let's take the IEEE CASS Malaysia Chapter to greater heights!