2024
13 MayUNSW and Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» University say yes to joint research
SYDNEY: UNSW and Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» University have pledged to foster collaboration, training and knowledge sharing, particularly in the areas of RNA research, vaccines and therapeutic development.
The partnership was formalised via a memorandum of understanding between the UNSW RNA Institute and Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»¡¯s Centre for Excellence for Research, Value Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
¡°We are very excited with the opportunity to collaborate with Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»,¡± said UNSW RNA Institute director Pall Thordason.
¡°Together, we hope to significantly shape the landscape of RNA technologies and therapeutics, creating a substantial impact on human welfare across our region.
Prof Dr Lionel In Lian Aun said that the partnership would boost Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»¡¯s international research network, providing new opportunities for students and staff.
¡°Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» is a strong advocate of international collaboration,¡± he said. ¡°We are eagerly looking to work together with UNSW to advance RNA research and arrive at consequential findings.
¡°We are confident such high-impact partnerships will have a spillover effect on our research scene.¡±
UNSW¡¯s RNA Institute is a world-class RNA science, therapeutics and translational facility. Established with a $25 million investment from UNSW, the Institute seeks to build NSW¡¯s capability to research, develop and manufacture RNA-based therapeutics locally. Malaysia is Australia¡¯s second-largest trading partner among ASEAN member states. The activities that follow this MoU will contribute further efforts that enhance bilateral and regional health initiatives.
