INSIGHTS @ MAHSA

An exploration race is always an exciting and engaging way to explore a new place and challenge oneself. Recently, a group of students from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Engku Husain participated in an explorace that required them to gather clues around their campus to ultimately solve a murder mystery. The clues were located at different locations, including the Library, Water Fountain, Ballroom, Habitat, Amphitheatre, Hostel, and Unity Lobby. The participants gathered in the Unity Lobby for a short briefings. The air was filled with excitement and anticipation as the students eagerly awaited their instructions. The organizers divided them into three groups, each with a set of clues to find. The participants were given an hour to search for the clues, which were hidden in various locations around the campus. The clues were designed to lead the participants to all six locations in MAHSA University, where they would find another clue until they had gathered all the necessary information ...

Partnership has always been the main driver of improvements in education. It is at the heart of everything we do at MAHSA University. On 24 February 2023, we signed a MoU with Public Medicare Group (PMG). Our intention is together we will join forces to advance pharmacy training, education, and health research. We very much look forward to seeing fruits of our collaboration, for a happy, safer and meaningful pharmacy education. Let’s continue to be among the most highly trusted professional.

23 Feb 2023, MAHSA University – With the expansion of the use of Medical Cannabinoids in pain treatment by certain nations worldwide, MAHSA University becomes the first Malaysian University to charge forward in the research and training of this paramount medical drive as it signs a Memorandum of Understanding with Kensana Health Australia and the Malaysian Genomics Resource Centre Berhad today.    Drugs containing cannabinoids have proven scientifically to help treat certain rare forms of epilepsy, nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy, and loss of appetite and weight loss associated with HIV/AIDS and several other conditions as shown in prior research and prescribed in countries that already do legally use it either medically or recreationally such as Canada, dozens of states in America, Thailand, Malta, Uruguay, South Africa, and the capital state of Australia.     The legality of cannabis for medical and recreational use varies by country re...

On  the18th and 19th of February 2023, MAHSA's Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment, and Information Technology conducted a 3D printing CPD course in collaboration with Faculty of Dentistry which was participated by 28 external participants from other universities and industry. The topic for this course was related to the application of 3D Modelling and 3D printing to improve their knowledge and skills in the maxillary and mandibular reconstruction. Useing digital technology and 3D printing to plan and achieved good aesthetic outcomes and functional rehabilitation using a low-cost approach, this workshop was well received by its participants. With the theme Achieving Optimal Results Using Computer-aided Planning, this course was delivered by several experts in the field such as Prof Settakorn Pongpanich, Prof Dr Senthil Murugan, Assoc Prof Dr G. Padmanabha,Prof Dato Wan Mahadzir. Dr Mohammad Adzwin Yahiya and Dr Syahir Hassan.

Micro-credentials are changing the way we think about education, and the impact they are having on the future of learning is significant. These short, focused courses and programs allow learners to earn recognition for specific skills or competencies, which can be achieved in a fraction of the time and cost of traditional degree programs. As a result, micro-credentials offer learners greater flexibility, accessibility, and relevance, and are helping to bridge the skills gap that exists in many industries. One of the most significant ways in which micro-credentials are changing the future of education is by enhancing flexibility. Learners can earn micro-credentials on their own schedule, and often at their own pace. This makes it easier for learners to acquire new skills and knowledge while juggling other responsibilities, such as work and family obligations. In addition, the short duration of micro-credentials means that learners can quickly adapt to changing industry demands and acqui...

The Faculty of Business, Hospitality, Accounting and Finance, MAHSA University, conducted an educational visit to the Museum and Art Gallery of Bank Negara on 16th February 2023. This activity was organised by Madam Mazlina Muhamad, in relation to the Macroeconomics course under the Diploma in Human Resource Management programme. The visiting team comprised of 43 students and 2 lecturers During the visit to the Bank Negara Malaysia Gallery, the students acquired a deeper insight into the vital role and responsibilities of the Central Bank of Malaysia in maintaining the financial and economic health of the country via by participating in the ‘Investment Game’ – one of the many activities conducted by the Bank. Apart from that, the students also visited the Governor’s Room which had information and data strikingly displayed. The visiting team also understood the multi-tasking and people-oriented functions of the Central Bank of Malaysia. At the Numismatics Gallery, they were exposed ...

The Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology arranged a technical visit to Institut Penyelidikan Air Kebangsaan Malaysia (NAHRIM). 7 lectures and 15 students attended the visit. The main purpose of the technical visit was to reveal to the students about the function of NAHRIM, encourage them to the industry and make an engagement between MAHSA University and NAHRIM. Other than that, this programme was conducted to discuss the MOU that was planned to  develop between NAHRIM and MAHSA University.

On the 4th of February 2023, a group of third year Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) students visited Kampung Orang Asli Busut Baru (KOABB) located in Banting, Selangor to share knowledge with the folks of KOABB about medications, their proper use and proper disposal of expired medications. The objectives of this visit were to increase awareness about the safe and effective use of medicines and to reduce the incidence of medication-related problems among the folks of KOABB. This visit was partly funded by Top Glove Sdn Bhd., Hup Seng Industries Bhd., Caring Pharmacy Group Bhd. and collections from staff of the faculty. The students were accompanied by Ms Noraseli as the advisor for the programme. Other lecturers involved were Madam Wati, Mr Muhammad Danish, Mr Afiq and Mr Amirul. The programme began with opening speeches at the hall of Kampung Orang Asli Busut Baru by the KOABB head, Encik Batin Sari Senin followed by Encik Samsul Anak Senin (village JPKKOA chairman), Encik Mohd Nor bin Haji...

Many people are prone to depression because they experience weariness and exhaustion from their daily obligations, particularly teachers and students. Some people may not, have the "capacity" to recognize the pressure they are under. We are aware that changes in ourselves might be felt when stress piles up, especially rapidly altering emotions. Stressed individuals often have sensitive personalities and become quickly agitated, even about things that seem trivial. Long-lasting headaches and shoulder spasms may be early signs of the body's reaction to too much stress. MAHSA University Staff participating in Netball and Futsal Games Stress that isn't managed well or isn't under control can harm general health. As a result, both teachers and students need to find ways to control their stress through a variety of recreational activities. Making sports a lifelong habit and living a healthy lifestyle are two of the best methods to minimize stress. All physical activiti...

The Engineering, Science and Technology Exhibition (ESTE 2023) was organized by Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment at MAHSA University. The participants involved in this event were Final Year students, capstone project students and participants from other universities. They showcased their respective projects which were judged by industrial and academic panels. The exhibition had more than 65 projects presented from students which were related to IR4.0 and Green Technology. Students from MAHSA University and other institutions such as SEGi and USCI competed with each other on their research projects presentation. More than 24 panels from industry and academicians joined to evaluate students' tasks, which added value to the event and they all praised the students' work especially with its aptness towards the current industry and education demands. As part of the closing ceremony of the event, Ir. Amir presented on Remote Monitoring & Diagnostics - Big Data In Service ...

Educational psychology is a field that studies how individuals learn in educational settings. This field plays an essential role in teaching and learning as it provides insight into how students process information, how they develop motivation, and how they can be taught most effectively. This article explores the application of educational psychology in the classroom and discusses the ways in which teachers can use the principles of educational psychology to enhance their teaching practices. The field of educational psychology has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century, and its impact on teaching and learning continues to be significant today. The understanding of how students learn has improved dramatically over the years, and this knowledge can be applied in the classroom to help students achieve their full potential. The role of the teacher: The teacher plays a critical role in implementing educational psychology principles in the classroom. They can create a learning...

In today's rapidly changing and competitive job market, having a strong set of technical skills and knowledge is essential for success in the engineering field. Traditional degrees and certifications are still valuable, but they can take years to complete and may not always provide the specific, up-to-date skills and knowledge that employers are looking for. This is where micro-credentials come in. A micro-credential is a type of certification that recognizes and validates a specific skill or area of knowledge. Unlike traditional certifications, which can be broad and general in nature, micro-credentials are focused on smaller, more targeted areas of expertise, and can be earned in a shorter amount of time. This makes them an ideal solution for engineers looking to build their skills, demonstrate their expertise, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing job market. One of the key benefits of micro-credentials is that they are flexible and accessible. Engineers can earn them throu...

Community service is an important part of the extra-curricular activities organized for the students in the Bachelor of Environmental Health and Safety (Hons) from Faculty of Health Sciences, MAHSA University. On the 8th of January 2023, a group of students from Bachelor of Environmental Health and Safety went to Pantai Batu 4, Port Dickson to participate in a beach cleaning and hygiene awareness activity. This beach is for well frequented by tourists because of its relatively close proximity to Kuala Lumpur city centre. The purpose of the activity was to ensure that the beach area is always clean and safe. It was also to prevent the rubbish from irresponsible visitors to the beach piling and causing problems related to pest and vector breeding. It should be well known by now that public waste such as single-use plastic containers can become breeding places for mosquitoes and improper waste management especially food will attract pests such as flies and rodents to the area. The Beach C...

A new language is difficult to learn. In reality, studies have shown that it gets significantly harder to learn a new language after early childhood. However, kids are quite good at picking up new languages. They seem to naturally understand grammar and syntax and pick up language quickly. Yet how? Language acquisition theory was created by Noam Chomsky to explain this occurrence. Chomsky asserts that language acquisition is a natural talent. He names it a language acquisition device, and it is present in all newborns. Theoretically speaking, a language acquisition device is a tool. It is used as evidence for how quickly youngsters pick up language and comprehend it. This area of the brain is not physically present like hypothalamus or medulla oblongata. The term "language acquisition device" (LAD) refers to a broad range of intricate mechanisms that the brain uses to acquire new languages. Humans have evolved a complex language with structure and norms in comparison to other...

MAHSA University Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology students won the Gold Medal in the 2nd International Innovation Invention Competition (13C) 2023. The title of the Students’ innovation was Smart Solar Irrigation System Using Arduino Technology. Due to the students’ performance and innovation, they also received the Brazil Special Award from Colegio Dante Aligheiri. This award provides free registrations for the students to participate in the FeNaDANTE 2023 in Brazil. In addition to that, our students also received another special award from the International Avicenna Research Center, Iran. This Iran Special Award provides special privilege for the students for free publications under JOURNAL4YOUTH. The I3Cs is a platform for all the young minds from around the globe to get involved in Science, Technology and Engineering competition to showcase their creative ideas and indirectly it created a platform to disseminate and exchange innovation ideas acro...

Nowadays, not only adults but kids spend most of their hours in front of an digital device such as tablet, television, etc. These attachment to devices are not just a mimicking of adult behaviour around them but an avenue to fulfil their emotional needs. To counter this unhealthy behaviour, storytelling can be employed as one way to engage with children where the child can expose and share their emotions and experiences. Storytelling sessions is also an interactive way to boost literacy development in children. Narrating stories to children help to support their development in language. Children enjoy listening to different intonations, expressions, words used and the characters that they represent. Stories not only teach moral values, but also provides a platform to learn vocabulary. As they listen to stories, children are able to hear how the words are pronounced and sentence structures are constructed. Through listening, children develop their language comprehension and use in conve...

The Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment, and IT conducted MoU signing Ceremony with the following Universities / Companies: TRYTEC SDN BHD THE DIRECTORATE OF ARCHEOLOGY & MUSEUM, GOVERNMENT OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA, PAKISTAN RAJALAKSHMI ENGINEERING COLLEGE, INDIA VISAT ENGINEERING COLLEGE, INDIA These MoUs will assist to boost the research collaborations with partner universities and industries. The MoU with Directorate of Museum, Pakistan, will assist to carry out research activities in the field of architecture/engineering digital data and cultural heritage; to propose a systematic solution to document and manage the digital database of tangible and intangible cultural heritage; and to establish a joint research platform for tangible and intangible cultural heritage digital database at MAHSA University.

“Pedagogy is the Driver, Technology is the Accelerator ” In the present age and time, every walk of life is profoundly impacted and influenced by technology and this rapid development in the field of technology is exponentially changing the world and has greatly impacted the field of education and this is succinctly expressed in the following words of Jenny Arlerdge : “Technology can become the “wings” that will allow the educational world to fly farther and faster than ever before – if we allow it.” Motion Analysis Laboratory at FOHS, MAHSA University The use of educational technology incorporates using information and communication technologies to greatly enhance the learning experience of the students. Ed-tech (Educational technology) is not limited to information and communication technologies but also the incorporation and use of advanced technologies in the form of advanced equipment which greatly advances learning and clinical understanding. The paramount importance of incor...

Ms Poh Went Sin delivered an hour-long talk on 12 February 2023 at the MAHSA Education Fair, organised by the Faculty of Pharmacy. The objective of the talk was to inspire and share with pharmacy students and graduates about the importance of a regulatory pharmacist’s role and to encourage them to take up the challenge of safeguarding public health. The talk highlighted the career pathway of a regulatory affairs pharmacist. Ms Poh explained the role of a pharmacist in assessing the safety, quality, and efficacy of drugs from the initial clinical trials to the post-marketing surveillance stage. The speaker, Ms Poh Went Sin is a Senior Principal Assistant Director at the Centre for Compliance and Quality Control and the Good Laboratory Practice Compliance Section of the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) under the Ministry of Health, Malaysia. She holds a Master of Science in Toxicology degree from the University of Birmingham, a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) degree from the ...