University of Cyberjaya Partners with Malaysian Nuclear Agency to Advance Science, Innovation and Talent Development

29 April 2026

CYBERJAYA: The University of Cyberjaya (UoC) has formalised a strategic partnership with the Malaysian Nuclear Agency (Nuklear Malaysia) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant step forward in advancing nuclear science, research innovation and talent development in Malaysia.

The signing ceremony, held at Nuklear Malaysia, reflects a shared commitment to strengthening collaboration between academia and government institutions in support of the nation’s science, technology and sustainability agenda.

Through this partnership, UoC and Nuklear Malaysia will collaborate on research and development (R&D) initiatives across key areas, including healthcare, biosciences and environmental studies.

The collaboration places strong emphasis on applied research with real-world impact, particularly in advanced diagnostics, radiopharmaceutical applications and environmental monitoring.

A central focus of the MoU is the development of future-ready talent. The partnership will establish structured pathways for student internships and industrial training placements at Nuklear Malaysia, alongside opportunities for joint postgraduate supervision at Master’s and PhD levels.

These initiatives aim to equip students with specialised scientific competencies and direct exposure to industry-grade research environments.

Beyond research and training, the collaboration seeks to bridge academia and industry by supporting the commercialisation of innovations. By translating research into practical applications, both institutions aim to contribute to Malaysia’s broader innovation ecosystem and drive the development of industry-relevant solutions.

The MoU builds on an existing foundation of collaboration between UoC and Nuklear Malaysia, including student research attachments, industrial training programmes and joint academic publications.

The formalisation of this partnership is expected to deepen these engagements while opening new avenues for international collaboration and strategic research initiatives.

University of Cyberjaya Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dr David Whitford, said the collaboration reflects a strong commitment to advancing both talent and impactful research,

“This collaboration represents a meaningful step forward in aligning academic excellence with industry and national priorities. Through our partnership with the Malaysian Nuclear Agency, we are creating valuable opportunities for students and researchers to engage in high-impact work that contributes to scientific advancement and societal well-being."

“Importantly, this collaboration bridges a longstanding gap between academia and practice, enabling research to move beyond the laboratory into real-world applications with tangible impact. A key focus of this partnership is talent development, with structured pathways for students to work alongside experts in nuclear science through internships, industrial training and joint postgraduate supervision,” he added.

Malaysian Nuclear Agency Director General, Dr Muhammad Rawi Mohamed Zin, emphasised the importance of collaboration in advancing nuclear applications and talent development,

“Developing skilled talent in nuclear science is essential to supporting Malaysia’s long-term growth in research and innovation. Through this collaboration, we aim to leverage our combined expertise to expand the application of nuclear technologies in ways that benefit society, particularly in healthcare, environmental sustainability and industrial development.”

As Malaysia continues to prioritise innovation-led growth, the partnership positions both institutions to play a stronger role in advancing research excellence, developing future-ready talent and contributing to national progress in healthcare, environmental sustainability and technological innovation.