Drowning in debt? You’re not alone. A staggering RM1.9 billion in debt is owed by over 53,000 Malaysian youths under 30, as revealed by AKPK Malaysia. Across the globe, the Canadian Office for National Statistics reveals a concerning trend: half of young people aged 16 to 24 have debts amounting to 40% or more of...

A well-functioning public sector is essential for national growth, yet many governments face challenges in improving administrative efficiency. A recent study, Demystifying Knowledge Work Practices and Performance in the Public Sector, published in the Emerging Science Journal, examines how job crafting (JC), continuous learning (CL), and job-related innovation (JRI) impact knowledge worker performance (KWP) among...

The integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in construction projects has been a game-changer, revolutionising how contracts, trust, and governance impact project success. A recent study by Nina Lee See Nie from SEGi University’s Graduate School of Business, alongside co-author Bing Yi from Sichuan University of Science & Engineering, explores how BIM enhances project governance...

A new approach to microgrid energy management is gaining attention, thanks to research conducted at SEGi University. TuoYing Yang and Gopinath Subramani have developed a microgrid topology based on DC-DC energy routers, which they believe has the potential to significantly improve the efficiency and stability of these distributed energy systems. Their research, presented at the...

A groundbreaking study by Xin Li and Norriza Hussin from SEGi University is revolutionizing workplace safety through artificial intelligence (AI) and machine vision. Their research focuses on the automated detection of safety equipment for construction workers, addressing a critical challenge in occupational safety management. By leveraging lightweight YOLOV5 as the baseline model, the researchers have...

A recent study introduces an innovative Internet of Things (IoT)-based smart system designed to elevate campus operations by enhancing automation, safety, and efficiency. The research, led by S. H. T. Hussien, H. A. R. N. Farhana, and L. Vinukumar from SEGi University, in collaboration with C. H. C. Alexander and S. Sivakumar, presents a comprehensive...

SEGians took part in a significant beach clean-up initiative at Bagan Lalang Beach, marking a step towards combating pollution and protecting coastal ecosystems. Organised by the Blitz Group under the Co-Curricular Management MPU3442 course, this event saw volunteers from SEGi University Kota Damansara come together to tackle marine pollution and contribute to environmental conservation. The...

The Wonder Pet Group, a team of dedicated volunteers from SEGi University’s Pengurusan Ko-kurikulum (MPU 3442), recently made a meaningful impact at The Mins petting zoo in Kota Damansara. This hands-on volunteering initiative blended animal care, education, and conservation, showcasing the group’s commitment to fostering sustainable practices and raising biodiversity awareness. Guided by Dr. Nur...

SEGi University successfully hosted the National Robotic Open Competition 2024, following the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony with Sasbadi Learning Solution Sdn. Bhd. on 25 July 2024. The event aimed to ignite interest in robotics, engineering, and technology among secondary and high school students while showcasing SEGi University’s cutting-edge programmes and student innovations. The...

Mohamad Idris, A.I., from the Centre for Water Research, Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology, SEGi University, has played a leading role in a recently published study that presents a novel, energy-efficient method for concentrating passion fruit juice using forward osmosis (FO) membrane technology. The research, featured in Food Research (Vol. 8, Issue...