About
Message from the Dean
As a leading global university with a strong presence in Malaysia, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence in research, development, and collaboration. At Curtin Malaysia, we believe that research is the key to addressing global challenges, advancing knowledge, and making a meaningful impact on society. In line with this commitment, our research efforts for the period 2024-2030 will be strategically aligned with the following key focus areas:
- Bio-process technology
- Sustainability of business and tourism
- Digital innovation
- Health and wellbeing
- Green technology
Our researchers engage in cutting-edge studies across various disciplines, from sustainable development and digital transformation to health sciences, engineering, and business breakthroughs. We continuously strive to enhance our research ecosystem by fostering partnerships with industry leaders, government agencies, and global academic institutions. Through interdisciplinary research and strong community engagement, we aim to drive impactful solutions that benefit Malaysia and the world. I invite you to explore the opportunities available within our research community. Whether you are a student looking to embark on a research journey, an academic seeking collaboration, or an industry partner keen on innovation, we welcome you to be part of our growing network.
Thank you for your continuous support, and I look forward to witnessing the remarkable contributions of our researchers in the years ahead.
John Curtin Distinguish Professor Dr. Nagarajan Ramasamy
Dean, Research and Development
Director, Curtin Malaysia Research Institute
Our role in research
We strengthen research across Curtin Malaysia by supporting researchers, shaping research priorities, and creating opportunities for collaboration and innovation.
What we do
Set research priorities
Identify strategic research opportunities that align with Curtin’s goals and emerging global challenges.
Develop research policies
Create and review policies, procedures and guidelines that support high-quality research.
Support research funding
Guide the distribution of research grants and identify new funding opportunities.
Foster collaboration
Encourage partnerships across faculties, industry, government and international institutions.
Monitor research performance
Track research outcomes to strengthen research quality and impact.
Promote responsible research
Support responsible research conduct, ethics and integrity.
Improve research capability
Enhance research infrastructure, facilities and support services.
Build research culture
Create initiatives that encourage collaboration, innovation and researcher development.
Research governance
The Committee provides advice and recommendations to the Academic Board and the Dean of Research and Development on research policies, strategic and operational plans, research performance and priorities, funding, infrastructure, campus-wide initiatives, responsible research conduct and ethics.
Our people
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Prof Dr Nagarajan Ramasamy | Dean, Research and Development Director, Curtin Malaysia Research Institute |
| Office of Research and Development, Research Management Centre | |
| Assoc Prof Ir Ts Dr Tan Inn Shi | Deputy Dean, Research and Development |
| Daisy Christy Saban | Research Manager |
| Siti Nurbaya Binti Mohd Basir | Senior Research Data Officer |
| Nelly Nangku Anak George | Research Data Officer |
| Florence Singa | Administrative Officer |
| Eradania Winston Anak Juti | Administrative Officer |
| Research Innovation and Commercialisation Centre | |
| Ir Ts Abdul Hamid Bin Abdullah | Intellectual Property Manager |