{"id":1653,"date":"2025-02-26T05:52:52","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T05:52:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/?p=1653"},"modified":"2025-03-20T05:58:34","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T05:58:34","slug":"utm-fs-strengthens-ai-and-mathematical-modelling-research-collaboration-with-mahidol-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/2025\/02\/26\/utm-fs-strengthens-ai-and-mathematical-modelling-research-collaboration-with-mahidol-university\/","title":{"rendered":"UTM FS Strengthens AI and Mathematical Modelling Research Collaboration with Mahidol University"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"721\"><strong data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"145\">Bangkok, Thailand \u2013 25-26 February 2025<\/strong> \u2013 A delegation from <strong data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"205\">Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)<\/strong> successfully conducted a research and academic benchmarking visit to <strong data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"307\">Mahidol University, Thailand<\/strong>, with a focus on <strong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"407\">Artificial Intelligence (AI), Virtual Reality (VR), and mathematical modelling<\/strong>. The visit, organized by the <strong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"501\">Department of Mathematical Sciences, Faculty of Science, UTM<\/strong>, in collaboration with <strong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"587\">Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) and Mahidol University<\/strong>, aimed to enhance research collaborations and explore innovative AI applications in <strong data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"720\">fluid mechanics and mathematical simulations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"987\">This visit was spearheaded by <strong data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"827\">Fluid Mechanics Research Group (FMRG) from the Faculty of Science, UTM<\/strong>, marking a strategic step toward integrating <strong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"907\">AI into mathematical modelling<\/strong>, a rapidly evolving field with immense potential across scientific disciplines.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"992\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1055\"><strong data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1055\">Forging Stronger Ties in AI and Mathematical Research<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1288\">The two-day visit involved extensive discussions between UTM researchers and experts from <strong data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1258\">Mahidol University&#8217;s Department of Mathematics and Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)<\/strong>. <strong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1278\">Key highlights<\/strong> included:<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1346\"><strong data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1344\">1. Mathematical Simulation and AI Integration<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1881\">\n<li data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1459\">Discussions on leveraging <strong data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1456\">Machine Learning (ML) and AI for fluid mechanics and mathematical simulations<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1681\">Collaboration with <strong data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1526\">Assistant Professor Somkid Amornsamarnkul<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1574\">Assistant Professor Chanun Lewchalermvongs<\/strong>, and other faculty members at the <strong data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1678\">Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1881\"><strong data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1713\">Prof. Dr. Sharidan Shafie<\/strong>, Head of <strong data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1736\">FMRG, UTM<\/strong>, presented an overview of <strong data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1835\">UTM&#8217;s Faculty of Science, research initiatives, and student programs<\/strong>, opening doors for future academic exchanges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1937\"><strong data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1935\">2. Virtual Reality (VR) and AI in Education<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"2367\">\n<li data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"2113\">Engagement with <strong data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2015\">Mahidol-Bremen Medical Informatics Research Unit (MIRU)<\/strong>, led by <strong data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2051\">Prof. Dr. Peter Haddawy<\/strong>, on <strong data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2110\">VR applications for education and medical training<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2206\">Hands-on experience with <strong data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2171\">cutting-edge VR technology<\/strong> developed by Mahidol University.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2367\"><strong data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2243\">Prof. Madya Dr. Zuhaila Ismail<\/strong> from <strong data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2256\">UTM<\/strong> presented <strong data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2312\">VR-based mathematical simulation projects<\/strong>, receiving positive feedback and collaboration offers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2425\"><strong data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2423\">3. Establishing Formal Research Collaboration<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2944\">\n<li data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2735\">Discussions with <strong data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2486\">Assoc. Prof. Dr. Worapan Kusakunniran<\/strong> (Chair of <strong data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2551\">Machine Vision and Information Transfer Lab (MVIT)<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2599\">Ph.D. Program Chair in Computer Science<\/strong>) and <strong data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2630\">Dr. Pisit Praiwattana<\/strong> (Assistant Dean for Organizational Communication and Media) at <strong data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2732\">Faculty of ICT, Mahidol University<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2853\">Finalizing <strong data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2775\">Letter of Intent (LOI)<\/strong> to formalize research collaboration between <strong data-start=\"2820\" data-end=\"2850\">UTM and Mahidol University<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2854\" data-end=\"2944\">Exploring <strong data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"2943\">joint research funding opportunities and international grant applications<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"2949\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2990\"><strong data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"2990\">UTM Delegation and Participants<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3086\">The visit was attended by esteemed researchers and faculty members from UTM and UTP, including:<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3144\"><strong data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3144\">Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Delegation:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ol data-start=\"3145\" data-end=\"3461\">\n<li data-start=\"3145\" data-end=\"3231\"><strong data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3177\">Prof. Dr. Sharidan Shafie<\/strong> \u2013 Head of <strong data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3229\">Fluid Mechanics Research Group (FMRG)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3294\"><strong data-start=\"3235\" data-end=\"3269\">Prof. Madya Dr. Zuhaila Ismail<\/strong> \u2013 Researcher, <strong data-start=\"3284\" data-end=\"3292\">FMRG<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3345\"><strong data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3320\">Dr. Lim Yeou Jiann<\/strong> \u2013 Researcher, <strong data-start=\"3335\" data-end=\"3343\">FMRG<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3346\" data-end=\"3402\"><strong data-start=\"3349\" data-end=\"3377\">Dr. Noraihan Afiqah Rawi<\/strong> \u2013 Researcher, <strong data-start=\"3392\" data-end=\"3400\">FMRG<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3403\" data-end=\"3461\"><strong data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3436\">Dr. Ahmad Qushairi Mohamad<\/strong> \u2013 Researcher, <strong data-start=\"3451\" data-end=\"3459\">FMRG<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 data-start=\"3463\" data-end=\"3523\"><strong data-start=\"3468\" data-end=\"3523\">Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) Representative:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ol start=\"6\" data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3639\">\n<li data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3639\"><strong data-start=\"3527\" data-end=\"3554\">Dr. Mohd Nordin Zakaria<\/strong> \u2013 Department of Computer &amp; Information Science, <strong data-start=\"3603\" data-end=\"3637\">Faculty of Science and IT, UTP<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 data-start=\"3641\" data-end=\"3685\"><strong data-start=\"3646\" data-end=\"3685\">Mahidol University Representatives:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"3686\" data-end=\"4367\">\n<li data-start=\"3686\" data-end=\"3971\">\n<p data-start=\"3688\" data-end=\"3760\"><strong data-start=\"3688\" data-end=\"3758\">Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3764\" data-end=\"3971\">\n<li data-start=\"3764\" data-end=\"3813\"><strong data-start=\"3766\" data-end=\"3811\">Assistant Professor Somkid Amornsamarnkul<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3817\" data-end=\"3867\"><strong data-start=\"3819\" data-end=\"3865\">Assistant Professor Chanun Lewchalermvongs<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3871\" data-end=\"3971\"><strong data-start=\"3873\" data-end=\"3917\">Emeritus Professor Dr. Yongwimon Lenbury<\/strong> \u2013 Director, <strong data-start=\"3930\" data-end=\"3969\">Centre of Excellence in Mathematics<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"4072\">\n<p data-start=\"3975\" data-end=\"4037\"><strong data-start=\"3975\" data-end=\"4035\">Mahidol-Bremen Medical Informatics Research Unit (MIRU):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4041\" data-end=\"4072\">\n<li data-start=\"4041\" data-end=\"4072\"><strong data-start=\"4043\" data-end=\"4070\">Prof. Dr. Peter Haddawy<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4074\" data-end=\"4367\">\n<p data-start=\"4076\" data-end=\"4160\"><strong data-start=\"4076\" data-end=\"4158\">Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Mahidol University:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4164\" data-end=\"4367\">\n<li data-start=\"4164\" data-end=\"4274\"><strong data-start=\"4166\" data-end=\"4207\">Assoc. Prof. Dr. Worapan Kusakunniran<\/strong> \u2013 Head of <strong data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4230\">MVIT Lab<\/strong> &amp; Ph.D. Program Chair in Computer Science<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4278\" data-end=\"4367\"><strong data-start=\"4280\" data-end=\"4305\">Dr. Pisit Praiwattana<\/strong> \u2013 Assistant Dean for Organizational Communication and Media<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4369\" data-end=\"4372\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"4374\" data-end=\"4438\"><strong data-start=\"4378\" data-end=\"4438\">Milestone Achievement: Signing of Letter of Intent (LOI)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4439\" data-end=\"4807\">A major outcome of the visit was the <strong data-start=\"4476\" data-end=\"4550\">signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) between UTM and Mahidol University<\/strong>, signifying a commitment to <strong data-start=\"4579\" data-end=\"4640\">future joint research in AI-driven mathematical modelling<\/strong>. The agreement will serve as a foundation for further collaboration, including <strong data-start=\"4720\" data-end=\"4806\">joint publications, knowledge exchange programs, and AI-based research initiatives<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4809\" data-end=\"5004\">The <strong data-start=\"4813\" data-end=\"4941\">LOI outlines plans for collaborative research projects, postdoctoral exchanges, and potential co-supervision of PhD students<\/strong>, reinforcing a long-term partnership between the institutions.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5006\" data-end=\"5009\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"5011\" data-end=\"5042\"><strong data-start=\"5015\" data-end=\"5042\">A Vision for the Future<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5043\" data-end=\"5295\">UTM\u2019s <strong data-start=\"5049\" data-end=\"5071\">Faculty of Science<\/strong> continues to be at the forefront of <strong data-start=\"5108\" data-end=\"5149\">AI integration in scientific research<\/strong>, aligning with Malaysia\u2019s strategic vision to <strong data-start=\"5196\" data-end=\"5234\">advance AI research and innovation<\/strong>, as highlighted in the <strong data-start=\"5258\" data-end=\"5294\">2024 National Budget initiatives<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5297\" data-end=\"5576\"><strong data-start=\"5297\" data-end=\"5326\">Prof. Dr. Sharidan Shafie<\/strong>, Head of <strong data-start=\"5336\" data-end=\"5344\">FMRG<\/strong>, emphasized,<br data-start=\"5357\" data-end=\"5360\" \/><em data-start=\"5360\" data-end=\"5576\">&#8220;AI is no longer confined to computer science. It is transforming mathematical sciences, and this partnership with Mahidol University ensures that UTM stays ahead in AI-driven simulations and predictive modelling.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5578\" data-end=\"5855\">Meanwhile, <strong data-start=\"5589\" data-end=\"5623\">Prof. Madya Dr. Zuhaila Ismail<\/strong> expressed enthusiasm about the VR collaboration, stating,<br data-start=\"5681\" data-end=\"5684\" \/><em data-start=\"5684\" data-end=\"5855\">&#8220;By integrating AI and VR into mathematical simulations, we are revolutionizing the way research and education intersect, paving the way for groundbreaking discoveries.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5857\" data-end=\"6058\">This collaboration is expected to <strong data-start=\"5891\" data-end=\"5960\">benefit researchers, postdoctoral students, and industry partners<\/strong> by fostering new AI applications in <strong data-start=\"5997\" data-end=\"6057\">fluid mechanics, engineering, and scientific simulations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6060\" data-end=\"6232\">With strong support from both institutions, the <strong data-start=\"6108\" data-end=\"6135\">UTM-Mahidol partnership<\/strong> is set to pave the way for <strong data-start=\"6163\" data-end=\"6194\">future high-impact research<\/strong> in <strong data-start=\"6198\" data-end=\"6231\">AI and mathematical modelling<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;http:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/642\/2025\/03\/mahidol-5.jpeg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;mahidol 5&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=&#8221;http:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/642\/2025\/03\/mahidol-7.jpeg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;mahidol 7&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=&#8221;http:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/642\/2025\/03\/mahidol-6.jpeg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;mahidol 6&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=&#8221;http:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/642\/2025\/03\/mahidol-4.jpeg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;mahidol 4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=&#8221;http:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/642\/2025\/03\/mahidol-3.jpeg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;mahidol 3&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=&#8221;http:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/642\/2025\/03\/mahidol-2.jpeg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;mahidol 2&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=&#8221;http:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/642\/2025\/03\/mahidol-1.jpeg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;mahidol 1&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bangkok, Thailand \u2013 25-26 February 2025 \u2013 A delegation from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) successfully conducted a research and academic benchmarking visit to Mahidol University, Thailand, with a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Virtual Reality (VR), and mathematical modelling. 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