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 community will be empowered with tools to enhance their health and wellness.

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 enable healthier behaviours, strengthen families and communities, and safeguard vulnerable populations via inclusivity, community-driven, and digitally enabled health advancements.

Mission
To address real-world health challenges by empowering individuals and communities to advance equitable, preventive, and sustainable health solutions.

The Impact Lab is committed to these United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Good Health and Well-being

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

Quality Education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

Gender Equality

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

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

Reduced Inequalities

Reduce inequality within and among countries

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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 empowering health and reducing inequalities across all segments of society. Our hubs specialise in Active and Resilient Communities, Child Health, and Sexual and Reproductive Health.

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 hubs:

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Active and Resilient Communities

Hub Leader: Associate Professor Dr Looi Chung Yeng 

To empower communities to live safely and independently through preventive and inclusive health solutions.

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Child Health

Hub Leader:  Associate Professor Dr Khine Pwint Phyu

To empower children and caregivers to build positive, confident relationships with healthcare and adopt healthy behaviours early through play-based learning and child-centred health education.

Sexual and Reproductive Health

Hub Leader: Associate Professor Dr Anitha Ponnupillai

To empower adolescents, young adults, and women to make informed, safe, and autonomous sexual and reproductive health decisions.

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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Find out the latest news and insights from the Impact Labs, covering prestigious awards, international grants, expert opinions, and groundbreaking collaborations that drive global innovation.

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Impact Stories

Discover inspiring impact stories related to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). From empowering women to combating climate change, learn about real-world initiatives and individuals making a positive difference in our world. Read on to be inspired and find ways to contribute to a better future for all.