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...

The 21st AILA World Congress 2024, celebrating six decades of transformative contributions to applied linguistics, occurred from 11 to 16 August 2024 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Chaired by SEGi University’s Professor Dr. Shameem Rafik-Galea, the event brought together 1,800 delegates from 75 countries under the theme “Linguistic Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Sustainability.” Among...

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...

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...

Amidst Malaysia’s dynamic manufacturing landscape, a groundbreaking research project is reshaping the approach to energy consumption and sustainability. With the aim of addressing the environmental challenges posed by energy-intensive mechanical cooling systems, this initiative focuses on innovative natural ventilation strategies tailored for tropical climates—an area that has long lacked substantial research. This project offers a...

Dr Fazliny Abdul Rahman has marked a momentous year, achieving groundbreaking milestones for herself and the Faculty of Dentistry at SEGi University. Her pioneering research collaboration with NiSCELL, Malaysia’s first cell therapy company specialising in stem cells and immunotherapy, is a testament to her commitment to innovation. The project, titled ‘Potential Role of Dental Pulp...

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...

Dineswary Nadarajan of SEGi University, along with co-authors Elayaraja Aruchunan and Noor Fadiya Mohd Noor, has made a significant contribution to the field of maritime transportation and global port analytics through their latest publication in PLOS ONE (July 30, 2024), titled: “New Clusterization of Global Seaport Countries Based on Their DEA and FDEA Network Efficiency...

The rapid advancement of digital technologies such as big data, cloud computing, and AI is reshaping industries worldwide. In education, these innovations are driving a paradigm shift in governance, assessment, and performance evaluation, ensuring data-driven decision-making for continuous improvement. A groundbreaking study titled “Research on the Application of Big Data in the Performance Management of...

A new study by SEGi University researchers Walisijiang Tayier and Shamini Janasekaran, published in Key Engineering Materials (Vol. 982), explores an advanced method of joining stainless steel SS304 using Microwave Hybrid Heating (MHH) — a promising alternative to conventional dental soldering and welding methods. Conventional joining techniques often involve toxic fluxes and high temperatures, which...