Malaysia’s commitment to advancing higher education, particularly in the realms of research and innovation, is evident in its Education Blueprint. Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) has been a forerunner in this endeavour, particularly in cultivating a robust culture of research and innovation among its academics and students. A testament to this effort is the Invention, Innovation, and Design (IID) Exposition, a recurring event that allows UiTM community members to display their inventive and creative capabilities.
Building on the success of previous exhibitions like BiiDE2016, BiiDE2018, BiiDE2019 and VI-BiiDE2022, UiTM Pahang’s Research and Industrial Linkages Unit is now spearheading the fourth VIRTUAL INTERNATIONAL BREAKTHROUGH INVENTION, INNOVATION & DESIGN EXHIBITION (VI-BiiDE2024). This initiative underscores UiTM Pahang’s (encompassing both Jengka and Raub Campuses) dedication to positioning itself as a hub for research and innovation.
The VI-BiiDE 2024 serves as a vital platform, not just for UiTM’s community but also for a wider audience including professionals, government and private entities, and even Malaysian secondary and primary school students. Its objectives are multi-faceted:
Showcase and Commercialization: Offering a venue for a diverse group ranging from academics to students at various educational levels to display and potentially commercialize their innovative products and ideas.
Cultivating Innovation: Encouraging UiTM Pahang’s academic staff to embrace a high-impact, innovative culture and engage in research with commercial potential.
Exposure to Research Culture: Providing UiTM’s academics, staff, and students with opportunities to immerse themselves in the culture of innovation, invention, and research.
Promoting UiTM’s Image: Positioning UiTM as a leader in innovation and research, highlighting its commitment to these areas at a national and international level.
Through VI-BiiDE 2024, UiTM Pahang not only showcases its achievements but also fosters an environment where innovation is nurtured, thus contributing to the sustainable future of Malaysia’s educational and research landscape.