CHANGE STARTS WITH YOU
We always strive to translate our latest discoveries into tangible health benefits . From developing the first prototype of an oral vaccine against Avian Influenza to creating a mobile application to capture possible Aedes breeding sites , our researchers make groundbreaking contributions that impact our communities . If you want to play a role in improving our health and wellbeing , we can help make that happen .
Our research strengths
Noncommunicable diseases ( NCDs ) NCDs , or chronic diseases , claim 41 million lives each year . We ’ re looking to change that through research into cardiometabolic and indigenous health , oncology , nanomedicine , proteomics or toxicology , and nutrition . Leveraging Malaysia ’ s rich ethnic diversity , we ’ re achieving a comprehensive understanding of preventive measures for complex conditions such as cardiovascular disease , diabetes , obesity , and metabolic syndrome .
Neuroscience We are advancing research in neuroendocrinology , neuropharmacology , cognitive neuroscience , and memory to better understand aging and brain-related diseases . This research supports the development of new treatments for brain tumours , epilepsy , Alzheimer ’ s , dementia , and mental health conditions like depression and anxiety .
Community research This group draws on our expertise in public health , migrant health , demographic surveillance , and psychology . In partnership with five sub-districts in Johor , we ’ re building a comprehensive health profile using a life course approach to track how changes in structural , social , political , and cultural contexts affect health outcomes . This allows us to study diseases and risk factors in real-life , interconnected settings .
Infectious diseases We focus on understanding , preventing , and treating complex infections and diseases related to infection , immunity , and inflammation . Our current studies include dengue , Chikungunya , influenza , and coronavirus . We ’ re part of collaborative research networks with the US Navy and University of Oxford .
Key research facilities
South East Asia community observatory ( SEACO ) SEACO , based in Johor , is a research platform focused on population health and wellbeing in the Segamat community . Using a demographic and health surveillance system , we ’ re tracking entire populations over time . SEACO has conducted studies on topics such as dengue , stroke recovery , elderly care , and infant feeding practices .
Agilent Integrated Biology Facility Established in collaboration with Agilent Technologies , this research lab is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment comprising the GC-MS , Triple QQQ LCMS , Supercritical Fluid Chromatography and the Bio-LC systems , along with the additional atomic absorption to study heavy material .
The facility complements and enhances the analytical capabilities of the Proteomics and Metabolomics Platform , dedicated to studying proteins and metabolites in all biological systems .
Other facilities include :
• Biomedical research laboratories in virology , cancer and molecular biology , genomic studies , proteomic and small molecules analysis
• Neuroscience laboratories in neurogenomics , neuroproteomics , neuropharmacology , neuromorphology , and neuroimaging
• Medicinal chemistry , a drug discovery platform for nanoparticles and natural products
• Psychological Science Research Centre which houses three research labs : – Cognitive Neuropsychology Lab – Culture and Health Psychology Lab – Sexuality and Interpersonal Process Lab .
Natural bioresources Our research focuses on microbiome intervention as a promising approach to enhance treatments for various diseases . With expertise in microbiome , bioresources , and natural products , we explore the connections between the human and environmental microbiomes , aiming to better understand their impact on health and illness .
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