Research Clusters

Objective

• To conduct transdisciplinary research in the field of Sustainable Tourism, Building Heritage Conservation and Landscape Conservation.
• To provide consultations for stakeholders in the aspects of design decision making, development, redevelopment, rehabilitation, conservation and restoration projects.
• To execute trainings and knowledge transfer for project(s) implementation.
• To promote culture and heritage as the interest, education, knowledge and
  pride.​

Vision

Strategically foster best practises in conserving cultural heritage

Mission

To transfer advance knowledge, skills and practical solutions throughtransdisciplinary approaches.

Sub-Themes

• Sustainable Tourism
  • Product development
  • Destination management
  • Community engagement
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Event management
• Building Heritage Conservation
  
  • Heritage impact assessment
  • Measured Drawing & Digital Heritage
  • Guidelines
  • Heritage Impact Assessment
• Landscape Conservation
  • Heritage Urban Landscape
  • Landscape Character Assessment / Appraisal

Objective

To embrace advanced technologies in construction through research, consultancy, teaching and training endeavors

Vision

To be the focal of knowledge and experts in construction digital transformation

Mission

Championing the acceleration of construction digital practices

Sub-Themes

• BIM education & BIM Management
• Ai & Digital Twin
• Teaching Innovation
• Big Data (Cloud Computing, Cloud-based BIM)
• IOT & Smart Building
• Computational Design (parametric design)
• Digital fabrication and tools (3d printing, robotic, automation, drone)
• Immersive Technologies (VR, AR, MR)
• Digital Conservation (Heritage BIM)
• Asphalt technology
• Pavement materials
• Geotechnical Infrastructure

Objective

• Capacity Building: Enhance the skills and knowledge of local communities, government agencies, and stakeholders in disaster risk management through targeted training and workshops

• Community Engagement: Foster active participation and collaboration among communities, NGOs, and government bodies in disaster preparedness and response activities

• Research and Innovation: Support research initiatives that focus on innovative solutions for disaster risk reduction, leveraging technology and scientific advancements

• Policy Advocacy: Advocate for the integration of disaster risk reduction strategies into national and local policy frameworks, ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive approach (develop our own Disaster Prevention Urban Development Plan/Policy – engage with government)

• Emergency Response Planning: Develop and regularly update emergency response plans that outline clear roles, responsibilities, and procedures for effective disaster response (engage with uniform body handling disaster risk response)​

Vision

To be a national leader in disaster risk reduction, transforming the way societies anticipate, mitigate, and adapt to natural disasters, ensuring a safer, more sustainable future for all.

Mission

To empower communities and safeguard lives by integrating cutting-edge expertise and innovative technologies in disaster risk management, fostering resilience and proactive preparedness against natural hazards.​

Sub-Themes

• Social Impact Assessment​
• Post-Disaster Reconstruction​
• Development Planning ​
• Housing Studies​
• Spatial Planning for Disaster Risk Reduction​
• GIS & Flood Risk Management​
• Urban Resilience ​
• Disaster Responsive Architecture Laboratory @USMl

Objective

To enhance energy efficiency and green technology in buildings through thoughtful design principles and ​innovative solutions​

Vision

Transforming Transdisciplinary Research and Education for a Low Carbon Built Environment

Mission

HBP through the Energy Efficient Building and Design Cluster is pioneering in transdisciplinary research focusing on decarbonizing the built environment throughout the life cycle in achieving zero-energy buildings.

Sub-Themes

• Smart Building​
• Thermal Comfort​
• Building Energy​
• Passive Design​
• Energy Efficiency​
• Thermal Energy Storage​
• Active Building System​
• Renewable Energy​
• Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)​
• Transportation​
• Building Energy Management​

Objective

• To serve as a global centre of reference for innovative construction materials and technology.

• To foster talent development in advanced material ideation, design, engineering, and validation for building and infrastructure construction applications.

• To create a tangible impact on the construction industry by translating knowledge on current advances in the science and engineering of building and infrastructure materials through
  networking and linkages.

Vision

To be a platform for the university's researches to collaborate towards achieving research excellence in
sustainable construction materials and technology for the betterment of society, the economy, and the environment

Mission

Fostering impactful research and innovation in
construction materials and technology for promoting
environmental sustainability, carbon reduction and
resource efficiency

Sub-Themes

• Alkali activated material
• Low carbon cement & concrete
• Geopolymer
• Foamed concrete
• Nano-engineered concrete
• Sandwich-structured composite
• Forensic materials engineering
• Lightweight concrete
• Pervious concrete
• Unfired bricks
• High performance concrete
• Asphalt technology
• Pavement materials
• Geotechnical Infrastructure

Objective

• To advance impactful transdisciplinary research that enhance communities’ quality of life & well-being. ​

• Propose environmental interventions and policies to enhance liveability, fostering a more resilient living environment that contributes positively to the wellbeing of diverse populations. ​

• Provide consultancy service/training to stakeholders (e.g. local government, industry, communities and the public) in addressing emerging challenges in societal resilience and placemaking.​

Vision

To advance impactful transdisciplinary research that enhance communities' ability to adapt, recover, and thrive in the face of diverse challenges. Focusing on proactive strategies, the cluster aims to identify and develop resilience-environment interventions, social innovation, and policy solutions to create a more resilient and interconnected society.

Mission

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Sub-Themes

• ​Livability and wellbeing ​

• Crime prevention ​

  • Safety ​

  • Public health ​

  • Restorative environment ​

  • Conducive environment (esp. children, elderly, OKU, women)​

• Place-making and attachment ​
  • Place identity
  • Place revitalization ​
  • Spatial cognition and wayfinding ​

• Natural disaster mitigation through design

• Flood mitigation​

• Global warming​

• Earthquake and tsunami​​

• Global warming​

• Earthquake and tsunami