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Johor Bahru, 14 August 2025<\/strong> \u2013 The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), hosted the IP & Innovation Roadshow: Intellectual Property for STEM Module \u2013 Workshop and Sharing Session<\/em>, featuring Dr. Nina Diana binti Nawi as the keynote speaker. The session, held at UTM Helixs, C17, was part of Research Month@FS 2025<\/strong> and attracted academics, researchers, and educators keen to explore the intersections of intellectual property (IP), innovation, and STEM education.<\/p>\n Dr. Nina Diana, a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Educational Sciences and Technology, UTM, and an affiliate of the Young Scientist Network\u2013Academy of Sciences Malaysia (YSN-ASM), has dedicated her career to advancing STEM and physics education, curriculum innovation, and sustainability. With over 30 awards and recognitions, her work bridges research, teaching, and community initiatives, making her an influential figure in environmental education and innovative pedagogy.<\/p>\n Her contributions include impactful educational resources such as the Combat Plastic Pollution Infographic Booklet<\/em>, SDG x Low Carbon Game Card<\/em>, and Wira TIndakan Iklim Infographic Booklet<\/em>. Beyond academia, she has led consultancy projects exceeding RM1.2 million, empowering teachers, students, and communities to embrace low-carbon practices and sustainability initiatives.<\/p>\n During the roadshow, Dr. Nina introduced participants to the fundamentals of intellectual property, its significance in STEM education, and practical strategies for protecting and commercializing innovative teaching modules. The session covered:<\/p>\n Introduction to IP<\/strong> \u2013 understanding copyrights, patents, trademarks, industrial designs, and trade secrets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n IP in STEM Education<\/strong> \u2013 why IP matters for teaching modules, curriculum design, and student projects.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Protection Strategies<\/strong> \u2013 when and how to safeguard ideas before disclosure to the public.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Case Studies & Scenario Analysis<\/strong> \u2013 real-life examples of how IP shapes research, innovation, and commercialization.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Mini-Activity<\/strong> \u2013 an interactive exercise allowing participants to apply IP concepts in STEM-related contexts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Dr. Nina highlighted that protecting IP is not only crucial for safeguarding original works but also for advancing academic reputation, unlocking funding opportunities, and contributing to Malaysia\u2019s innovation ecosystem. She emphasized UTM\u2019s pathway with MyIPO and the role of the Innovation & Commercialization Centre (ICC) in guiding researchers toward IP registration and commercialization.<\/p>\n This workshop reinforced the importance of intellectual property as a catalyst for innovation in education. By integrating IP awareness into STEM learning, educators and students are better equipped to create sustainable solutions, foster entrepreneurship, and support Malaysia\u2019s Dasar Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi Negara (DSTIN).<\/p>\n\n