Digital Health and Medical Advancement

Digital Health and Medical Advancement Impact Lab embodies an interdisciplinary collaboration of academics, practitioners, partners and students, committed to creating a world where enhanced health and wellness is accessible for all through developing solutions for prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

Our transdisciplinary approach involves research, education and practical collaboration with the School of Biosciences, School of Computer Science, School of Engineering, School of Medicine, School of Pharmacy, and The Design School at Taylor's.

Purpose

To enhance the quality, affordability and accessibility of healthcare through innovative approaches and the use of digital technology

Mission
To develop solutions for safe, effective and affordable disease prevention, detection and treatment, and foster health promotion with digital technology and innovation

MYR 240,000

of combined external and internal grants for advocacy projects and research activities

8 Prototypes

with commercial applications potential and intellectual property rights with potential to impact the targeted communities positively by 2025

750 Students

to be involved in multi-disciplinary strategic impact projects by 2025

10 High Impact Projects

with reputable partners by 2024

The Lab aims to achieve the goals below set by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs).

Good Health and Well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation

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Impact Projects

Explore our 2023 Impact Projects where we drive positive change through actions

ABOUT US

Through collective efforts hinged on the convergence of research, pedagogy and advocacy, this Impact Lab embodies an interdisciplinary collaboration of academics with varied expertise, practitioners, industry partners, NGOs and students with a common goal of developing accessible and affordable healthcare solutions for all segments. Our hubs specialising in digital healthcare, health data analytics, communicable and non-communicable diseases, maternal and child health, and palliative care aim to:

Reduce healthcare costs and improve inefficient healthcare delivery services and processes via development and enhancement of digital platforms
Improve healthcare access and quality of care to underserved segments through digital applications and IoT devices
Promote applied research in the areas of early diagnosis, epidemiology, treatment and prevention of common diseases

Reduce mortality rates of communicable and non-communicable diseases via advancements in medical interventions, procedures and therapies
Reduce preventable deaths in newborns and early childhood and circumvent maternal-related health issues
Improve accessibility to quality palliative care for terminally ill patients

Our transdisciplinary approach encompasses a blend of research, education, and hands-on collaboration. We actively engage with the expertise of the following schools to foster innovation and cross-disciplinary synergy:

HUBS

The solutions of the lab are delivered by multidisciplinary members from across the university through the following 6 hubs:

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Communicable Diseases (CODE)

Hub Leader: Associate Professor Dr. Priya Madhavan

Develop and implement effective diagnostic methods to detect and identify infectious agents, while reducing communicable disease incidence through population awareness and rapid diagnostics.

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Digital Healthcare and Data Analytics

Hub Leader: Ts. Dr. Steve Teoh Chee Hooi

Develop, enhance and deliver innovative digital healthcare solutions.

Maternal and Child Health (MATCH)

Hub Leader: Dr. Khine Pwint Phyu

Improve maternal and child health through innovative technology, diagnostics, and contraception; reduce preventable deaths in newborns and early childhood.

Non-Communicable Diseases (NO-CODE)

Hub Leader: Associate Professor Dr. Looi Chung Yeng

Reduce non-communicable disease rates through innovative screening, diagnosis, and prevention, while lowering mortality rates with medical advancement.

Palliative Care Enhancement (PACE)

Hub Leader: Dr. Lim Su Yin

Improve palliative care through micro-credentials, cost-effective pain treatment, and hospice instruments.

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Personal Remote Wellness

Hub Leader: Dr. Ku Pei Xuan

Create wellness programmes and diagnostic tools catering to each individual’s healthcare needs through the power of personalisation and remote monitoring.

IMPACT PROJECTS

With strong industry partnerships, we strive to develop innovative solutions for a sustainable future, paving the way for a better tomorrow. Explore our initiatives and join us in making a positive difference.

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