IVI UKM and La Louie Holdings

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UKM and La Louie Holdings Sign Letter of Intent for Better Health Better Lives 2.0, Paving the Way for MOA Implementation

Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia — 2 January 2026, 11.00 a.m.

A Letter of Intent (LOI) was officially signed today at 11.00 a.m. between Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and La Louie Holdings Sdn. Bhd., marking the formal commencement of a collaborative framework under the Better Health Better Lives 2.0 initiative.

The LOI was executed through the Institute of Visual Informatics (IVI), UKM, and was signed by Prof. Ir. Dr. Riza Sulaiman, Director of the Institute of Visual Informatics, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.

The signing was witnessed by Associate Prof. Dr. Mohammad Nazir Ahmad, Deputy Director and Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Visual Informatics, and Dr. Mohamed Afiq Hidayat bin Zailani, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.

The Letter of Intent sets out the Parties’ shared intention to collaborate on research-driven, technology-enabled, and immersive initiatives supporting indigenous (Orang Asli) communities, with a strong emphasis on molecular genetics and precision health research, including blood screening, genetic risk profiling, population genomics, and translational applications.

“This collaboration reflects UKM’s commitment to advancing research that delivers real societal impact. By integrating scientific research with immersive and digital technologies, we aim to strengthen how research outcomes are translated into meaningful benefits for underserved communities,” said Prof. Ir. Dr. Riza Sulaiman, Director of the Institute of Visual Informatics, UKM.

The collaboration also explores the use of Smart Reality Artificial Intelligence (SRAI / ImmersaX 720°) to support immersive research visualisation, digital storytelling, and community engagement, enabling research outcomes to be communicated more effectively to stakeholders, students, policymakers, and the public.

The LOI outlines cooperation in areas including joint research and development, establishment of immersive research laboratories and digital platforms, ethical and secure sharing of scientific data and publications, collaborative laboratory and field-based research, and the development of training and capacity-building programmes related to molecular genetics, bioinformatics, and Orang Asli community-based health research.

“Our research has shown that genetic health risks within indigenous populations require targeted, evidence-based approaches. This collaboration allows us to expand scientific understanding while ensuring research findings are translated into improved screening, awareness, and long-term health outcomes,” said Dr. Mohamed Afiq Hidayat bin Zailani, Senior Lecturer, Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, UKM.

Following the signing of the LOI, the Parties will proceed towards the formalisation of specific projects and deliverables through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), which will define implementation scope, roles and responsibilities, funding arrangements, timelines, and outcome review mechanisms under Better Health Better Lives 2.0.

Louie Liu, project sponsor of Better Health Better Lives 2.0, said the signing reflects a shared commitment to translating community engagement into sustainable, research-led impact through close collaboration with academic and scientific institutions.

The signing ceremony represents an important milestone in the continued evolution of Better Health Better Lives 2.0, reinforcing collaboration between academia and industry to advance health equity, scientific research, and long-term outcomes for Malaysia’s indigenous communities.

 

LoI Signing Ceremony : Project Better Health Better Lives 2.0

 

UCAPAN RINGKAS

Pengarah, Institut Visual Informatik

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh dan salam sejahtera.

Terima kasih dan setinggi-tinggi penghargaan saya ucapkan kepada pihak La Louie Holdings Sdn. Bhd. serta Saudara Louie Liu atas kesediaan bekerjasama dengan Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia melalui inisiatif Better Health Better Lives 2.0.

Pemeteraian Surat Hasrat pada hari ini menandakan komitmen bersama untuk memanfaatkan penyelidikan, sains dan teknologi dalam menangani isu kesihatan masyarakat Orang Asli secara lebih berkesan dan berimpak.

UKM amat menghargai peluang untuk menggabungkan kepakaran akademik dengan pendekatan teknologi imersif bagi memastikan hasil penyelidikan dapat difahami dan dimanfaatkan oleh masyarakat.

Saya berharap kerjasama ini akan diteruskan ke peringkat Memorandum of Agreement, seterusnya melahirkan inisiatif yang mampan dan memberi manfaat jangka panjang kepada komuniti dan negara.

Sekian, terima kasih.

Wassalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

LAWATAN DELEGASI APTIKOM KE IVI (18 Disember 2025)

 LAWATAN DELEGASI APTIKOM KE IVI

 Tarikh: Khamis, 18 Disember 2025

Tempat: Auditorium, Akademia Siber Teknopolis, UKM

UCAPAN ALU-ALUAN
PENGARAH IVI
KEPADA PESERTA APTIKOM

 

Bismillahirrahmanirrahim,
Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh dan salam sejahtera.

Yang Berbahagia Pengerusi APTIKOM,
Yang Berusaha barisan kepimpinan APTIKOM,

Yang Berbahagia Prof Ir. Dr Anton Satria Prabuwono
Yang Dihormati para delegasi, ahli akademik, rakan industri, serta para peserta sekalian.

Terlebih dahulu, saya ingin merakamkan setinggi-tinggi penghargaan dan ucapan selamat datang kepada semua peserta APTIKOM. Kehadiran tuan-tuan dan puan-puan pada hari ini amat bermakna dan mencerminkan komitmen bersama dalam memperkukuh jaringan kerjasama strategik antara institusi pengajian tinggi, khususnya dalam bidang teknologi maklumat, pengkomputeran dan disiplin berkaitan.

Majlis ini menjadi lebih signifikan dengan penganjuran sesi menandatangani Letter of Intent (LoI), yang melambangkan hasrat dan komitmen awal semua pihak untuk menjalin kerjasama akademik dan penyelidikan secara lebih tersusun, berfokus dan berimpak tinggi.

Sehubungan itu, pihak kami amat berbesar hati untuk menyatakan persetujuan bagi menggembleng usaha terbaik ke arah pembangunan pelbagai bentuk kerjasama, antaranya:

·       Pertama, pertukaran pelajar bagi tujuan penyelidikan dan pengajian, yang diyakini mampu memperkayakan pengalaman akademik serta pendedahan antarabangsa pelajar.

 

·       Kedua, pertukaran ahli akademik dan tenaga pengajar bagi memperluas perkongsian kepakaran, pemindahan ilmu serta amalan terbaik dalam pengajaran dan penyelidikan.

 

·       Ketiga, pertukaran bahan penyelidikan dan pendidikan, termasuk penerbitan serta maklumat akademik, bagi menyokong pembangunan ilmu yang berterusan.

 

·       Keempat, penganjuran dan penyertaan bersama dalam seminar, simposium, program jangka pendek serta mesyuarat akademik yang mampu merancakkan wacana ilmiah dan inovasi. IVIC 2027.

 

·       Kelima, pelaksanaan projek penyelidikan bersama yang memberi tumpuan kepada penyelesaian masalah sebenar serta keperluan industri dan masyarakat.

 

·       Keenam, pelaksanaan serta pertukaran program latihan industri (internship) bagi meningkatkan kebolehpasaran graduan dan kesediaan mereka menghadapi alam pekerjaan; DAN

 

·       Ketujuh, sebarang bentuk kerjasama atau aktiviti lain yang dipersetujui bersama oleh semua pihak dari semasa ke semasa.

 

Kami yakin bahawa pemeteraian Letter of Intent ini akan menjadi asas kukuh kepada kerjasama jangka panjang yang lebih strategik, mampan dan saling menguntungkan, serta menjadi pemangkin kepada pelaksanaan Memorandum Persefahaman (MoU) pada masa hadapan.

Akhir kata, saya berharap agar majlis dan sesi menandatangani Letter of Intent ini dapat berjalan dengan lancar serta menjadi titik tolak kepada kolaborasi yang lebih menyeluruh dan berimpak tinggi. Semoga segala perancangan yang dirintis hari ini akan direalisasikan dengan jayanya demi kemajuan pendidikan tinggi dan pembangunan modal insan negara.

 

Pergi ke taman memetik melati,
Melati putih harum baunya;
Kerjasama terjalin erat dan murni,
Menjadi asas kecemerlangan bersama.

Jika berlayar menuju seberang,
Jangan dilupa arah dan tujuan;
Hasrat terukir melalui persefahaman,
Kerjasama diperkukuh demi masa hadapan.

 

Sekian, terima kasih.
Wabillahi taufik walhidayah, wassalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

 

Visit of Minnan Normal University to Institute of Visual Informatics (IVI), UKM

Welcoming Speech
Visit of Minnan Normal University to Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Institute of Visual Informatics (IVI), UKM

15 December 2025

 

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh,
Good afternoon and a very warm welcome.

Yang Berbahagia Prof. Dr. Ismanizan Ismail,
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation), UKM,

Distinguished guests from Minnan Normal University,
In particular,
Mr. Li Shunxing, Secretary of the Party Committee,
Mr. Li Qingyao, Dean of the Overseas Education College and Director of the Foreign Affairs Office,
Mr. Chen Zhixiang, Dean of the School of Physics and Information Engineering,

Yang Berbahagia Dato’ Low Kok Thai and colleagues from Globalfront International,
Esteemed colleagues from UKM,
Ladies and gentlemen.

On behalf of the Institute of Visual Informatics and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, it is my great pleasure and honour to warmly welcome our distinguished delegation from Minnan Normal University to UKM.

We are truly delighted to host you today and deeply appreciate your visit, which reflects a shared commitment to strengthening academic ties, advancing research collaboration, and fostering meaningful international engagement between our two institutions.

Minnan Normal University is a highly respected institution with a proud history, strong academic foundations, and an impressive record in teaching, research, and international collaboration. Its achievements as a “Double First-Class” university in Fujian Province, as well as its strengths in science, engineering, education, and cultural studies, resonate strongly with UKM’s own mission and aspirations.

At IVI, we focus on cutting-edge research and innovation in areas such as visual informatics, artificial intelligence, data analytics, robotics, and intelligent systems. We firmly believe that today’s engagement opens valuable opportunities for collaboration in joint research, talent development, postgraduate supervision, staff and student mobility, and industry-linked innovation—particularly through the proposed Talent Development & Innovation Co-Research Center.

This visit, and the signing of the Letter of Intent later today, marks an important milestone. It is not merely a formal agreement, but a statement of mutual trust and a shared vision for long-term, impactful cooperation between IVI, UKM and Minnan Normal University.

I am confident that through continued dialogue, mutual respect, and a spirit of partnership, our collaboration will grow from strength to strength, contributing not only to our institutions, but also to the broader goals of regional connectivity, knowledge exchange, and sustainable development between Malaysia and China.

Once again, welcome to Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and to the Institute of Visual Informatics. I hope we will have a productive discussion, an enjoyable visit, and lasting memories of your time with us.

Thank you.

 

Wabillahi taufik wal hidayah,
Wassalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh,
and thank you.

 

 

Prof. Dr. Riza bin Sulaiman

Director

Institute of Visual Informatic (IVI), UKM

 

MAJLIS PENTAULIAHAN PENSIJILAN PROFESIONAL ANALITIK DATA (KPDN) KOHORT 2

 

TEKS UCAPAN PENGARAH INSTITUT INFORMATIK VISUAL (IVI)
MAJLIS PENTAULIAHAN
PENSIJILAN PROFESIONAL ANALITIK DATA (KPDN)
KOHORT 2


28 NOVEMBER 2025

 

Yang Berhormat Datuk / Datin / Tuan / Puan,
Para pegawai Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri (KPDN),
Barisan pengajar dan fasilitator program,
Para peserta Kohort 2 yang diraikan,
Hadirin sekalian yang dihormati.

 

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh, salam sejahtera, Salam Malaysia MADANI dan salam data-driven nation.

Alhamdulillah, terlebih dahulu marilah kita panjatkan rasa syukur ke hadrat Allah SWT kerana dengan limpah kurnia-Nya, kita dapat berkumpul pada pagi ini bagi meraikan Majlis Pentauliahan Pensijilan Profesional Analitik Data (KPDN) Kohort 2.

Majlis hari ini bukan sekadar acara simbolik penyerahan sijil, tetapi melambangkan keberhasilan satu perjalanan pembelajaran yang intensif, komitmen yang tinggi daripada para peserta serta usaha padu pelbagai pihak dalam memperkukuh keupayaan analitik data di KPDN.

 Hadirin sekalian,

Dalam era pasca transformasi digital ini, kemampuan sesebuah organisasi untuk membuat keputusan berasaskan data bukan lagi satu pilihan – tetapi satu keperluan. KPDN merupakan antara kementerian yang menguruskan data dalam jumlah yang besar dan kompleks, merentas pemantauan harga, kepenggunaan, penguatkuasaan, serta pelbagai sistem maklumat kritikal negara.

 Melalui program pensijilan ini, para peserta bukan hanya didedahkan kepada kemahiran teknikal seperti pembersihan data, visualisasi, analitik ramalan dan penggunaan alat analitik moden; tetapi juga pemikiran analitis, kebolehupayaan mentafsir pola, serta mewujudkan naratif data yang meyakinkan untuk menyokong dasar dan tindakan lapangan.

 Program ini dirangka dengan modul-modul yang telah disesuaikan dengan keperluan semasa KPDN, merangkumi Business Hypothesis Testing, Unstructured and Structured Data, Data Visualisation, serta Data Communication, Visualisation and Reporting. Saya amat berbangga kerana peserta berjaya menerapkan pengetahuan ini ke dalam projek akhir yang berfokus kepada isu sebenar seperti penguatkuasaan, pemantauan bekalan, perlindungan pengguna, ketirisan subsidi dan sebagainya. Hasil analisis yang dibentangkan membuktikan bahawa data bukan sekadar maklumat—tetapi asas kepada keputusan dasar yang lebih cekap, tepat dan berimpak nanti.

Walaupun para peserta dibebankan dengan tugasan yang berat, komitmen yang ditunjukkan amat membanggakan. Kehadiran 100%, tugasan yang berkualiti, dan perbincangan kelas yang aktif membuktikan kesungguhan saudara dan saudari dalam meningkatkan kemahiran analitik bagi menyokong mandat kementerian.

Saya yakin, kecekapan yang dibangunkan ini akan memperkukuh usaha KPDN dalam memacu keberkesanan operasi, mengurangkan risiko kesilapan keputusan, serta meningkatkan penyampaian perkhidmatan kepada rakyat.

 

Hadirin yang dihormati,

Di kesempatan ini, saya ingin merakamkan ucapan penghargaan kepada:

1. KPDN atas kepercayaan dan kerjasama strategik yang berterusan dalam pelaksanaan program ini.
2. Barisan tenaga pengajar, penyelaras dan pasukan teknikal, yang telah memberi komitmen terbaik sejak peringkat perancangan, pengajaran hingga penilaian akhir.
3. Para peserta Kohort 2, yang telah menunjukkan disiplin dan semangat tinggi sepanjang program berlangsung. Sesungguhnya kejayaan saudara dan saudari hari ini adalah bukti bahawa pembelajaran berterusan merupakan tonggak pembangunan profesional yang sebenar.

 

Tidak lupa juga, setinggi-tinggi penghargaan turut ditujukan kepada UKMShape atas usaha mendapatkan sokongan KPDN serta menyediakan peruntukan khas yang memungkinkan program ini direalisasikan. Kerjasama strategik ini menunjukkan komitmen bersama untuk memperkukuh budaya data-driven decision making dalam sektor awam, khususnya dalam meningkatkan keberkesanan operasi dan perlindungan pengguna di seluruh negara.

 

Saudara dan saudari yang diraikan,

Penganugerahan ini bukan noktah, tetapi permulaan kepada peranan baharu sebagai pegawai yang celik data. Saya berharap kemahiran yang diperoleh dapat diaplikasikan di tempat kerja, dikongsikan bersama rakan setugas, dan disuburkan menjadi budaya organisasi yang lebih matang dari segi analitik.

Akhir kata, saya sekali lagi mengucapkan tahniah dan syabas kepada semua penerima pentauliahan. Semoga kejayaan ini menjadi penyuntik semangat untuk terus maju dalam kerjaya.

 

Sekian, wabillahi taufik walhidayah, wassalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.

Terima kasih.

IVIC 2025 : IVI Director's Speech

 

Speech by the Director, Institute of Visual Informatics (IVI), UKM

At the Opening Ceremony of the 9th International Conference on Visual Informatics (IVIC’25)
12 November 2025

 

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh,
and a very good afternoon.

It is indeed a great pleasure and honour to welcome all distinguished guests, keynote speakers, paper presenters, and participants to the 9th International Conference on Visual Informatics (IVIC’25).

This year’s conference is organized by the Institute of Visual Informatics (IVI), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), in collaboration with the Malaysian Information Technology Society (MITS) and Globalfront International Sdn. Bhd., together with our strategic partner, the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC).

On behalf of IVI and the organizing committee, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to all our partners, sponsors, and supporting organizations for their invaluable contributions in making IVIC’25 possible.

 The theme of this year’s conference, “Future AI-Powered Visual Informatics,” is both timely and visionary. It reflects our collective commitment to explore how Artificial Intelligence continues to revolutionize the way we live, work, and innovate.

Visual Informatics stands at the intersection of Intelligent Data Analytics, Computer Vision, Advanced Reality and Human–Computer Interaction (HCI), Information Systems, the Internet of Things (IoT), Cyber Security, Energy Informatics, Applied Artificial Intelligence, and Business Intelligence. Together, these domains shape the foundation of the digital economy and drive the next wave of transformation in science, industry, and society.

 Since its inception, IVIC has evolved into a respected international platform that brings together researchers, academicians, industry experts, and policymakers from around the world. It serves not only as a venue for knowledge sharing but also as a bridge that connects ideas, people, and technologies — empowering us to design a smarter and more sustainable future.

The collaboration between Malaysia and China through this conference demonstrates the importance of cross-border partnerships in advancing AI-driven innovation, digital transformation, and human capital development. We hope that this collaboration will continue to expand, fostering long-term academic and industrial cooperation that benefits our nations and the wider global community.

 At the Institute of Visual Informatics, we are deeply committed to advancing research that integrates technology with human potential. Through initiatives like IVIC, we aim to create impactful research ecosystems that nurture innovation, strengthen industry-academia collaboration, and inspire the next generation of digital leaders.

 As we begin this exciting journey together, I encourage everyone here to take full advantage of the opportunities this conference offers — to exchange ideas, build networks, and explore new frontiers in AI-powered visual informatics. May your discussions today spark collaborations that lead to real-world impact and lasting innovation.

 Before I conclude, I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), UESTC, MITS, Globalfront International Sdn. Bhd., and all our partners and sponsors for their strong support and dedication. My deepest gratitude also goes to the organising committee members for their tireless effort and professionalism in making IVIC’25 a success.

May this conference mark another milestone in strengthening international collaboration and advancing research in visual informatics for a brighter digital future.

Thank you. Xie xie. Terima kasih.

IVIC 2025 : University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China

10-15 November 2025

Thank you everyone, we have a great time together, and organising an wonderful event to build the good relationships and good exchange between Malaysia and China higher education, wish we will proceed with more events in the future. For a committee from both Malaysia and China, appreciate your contributions to make this conference success. For China committee members, welcome to visit Malaysia.