UM STEM Centre | High Impact Research (HIR) Building
Bridging the gap between academic excellence and community engagement through hands-on STEM exploration.
Malaysia is facing a significant decrease in the number of students choosing STEM streams in secondary and tertiary education.
Students often perceive STEM subjects as overly difficult, theoretical, and disconnected from daily life applications.
Rural and underserved communities lack exposure to advanced scientific equipment and expert-led hands-on learning experiences.
To spark curiosity and long-term interest in STEM through interactive, expert-led community workshops.
To move beyond textbooks by providing hands-on experience with real-world scientific applications and experiments.
To connect school students directly with UM experts, humanizing science and providing role models.
Creating a vibrant ecosystem for STEM exploration among school students, fostering leadership and critical thinking skills through dedicated club activities.
Demonstrating how lab-based chemical sensor technology can solve real-world problems in water quality, environment, and public health for local communities.
Revolutionizing mathematics education by integrating physical activity and gamification, making abstract concepts tangible and fun for young learners.
Assessing the impact of marine education programs in coastal regions like Mersing to foster environmental stewardship and biodiversity awareness.
A pharmacy-led initiative to increase health literacy among youth, focusing on safe medicine usage and understanding human biological systems.
| Activity / Phase | Timeline / Status |
|---|---|
| Development of Hands-on STEM Modules | COMPLETED |
| Stakeholder Discussions & Project Planning | COMPLETED |
| Project Introduction to Targeted Schools | IN PROGRESS |
| Implementation of Workshops, Seminars & STEM Camps | Oct 2025 - May 2026 |
| Impact Assessment (Pre & Post Surveys) | June 2026 |
Last Update: 22/12/2025