Malaysian Mathematics in Industry Study Group 2023 (MALAYSIAN MISG 2023)
| Reference No. | 2023b003 |
|---|---|
| Type/Category | Grant for International Project Research-Workshop (I) |
| Title of Research Project | Malaysian Mathematics in Industry Study Group 2023 (MALAYSIAN MISG 2023) |
| Principal Investigator | Zaitul Marlizawati Zainuddin（UTM CENTRE FOR INDUSTRIAL AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS (UTM-CIAM), IBNU SINA INSTITUTE FOR SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF UTM-CIAM） |
| Research Period |
November 20,2023. ～
November 22,2023. |
| Keyword(s) of Research Fields | Quadruple helix framework, industry-academia collaboration, statistical inference, optimization, mathematical modelling |
| Abstract for Research Report |
Mathematics in Industry Study Group is a collaborative problem-solving platform, uniting applied mathematicians to address real-world challenges across industries. Originating at Oxford University in the 1960s, this format has been instrumental in fostering practical solutions globally. At Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), we take pride in being pioneers, having introduced this study group to Malaysia since 2011. Our commitment continues and is evident in the recent organization of the 4th Malaysia Mathematics in Industry Study Group (MMISG2023) held at Menara Razak, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, from November 20th to 22nd, organized by UTM Centre for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (UTM-CIAM). It was also made possible through the joint efforts of UTM Department of Mathematical Sciences, Faculty of Science; the Institute of Mathematics for Industry at Kyushu University, Japan; and MYHIMS Solutions LLP. In general, the primary objective of Malaysia Mathematics in Industry Study Group-MMISG is to bridge the gap between academia and industry in Malaysia. The event serves as a convergence of academic rigor and industrial pragmatism, where the world of mathematical theory meets the complex, multifaceted issues faced by local industries. It is a platform for STEM researchers to apply their expertise to solve industrial relevant problems, fostering a collaborative spirit between the two domains. At MMISG2023, five industries presented their industrial problems. The problems spanned from model reconstruction at archaeological sites to cutting-edge developments in the logistic industry, and from forecasting volatility of agricultural commodity prices to optimizing operations processes. The five industrial problems from the five industries are as follows: i) Predictive Modeling of Pipe Burst Towards Sustainable Non-Revenue Water from Ranhill SAJ Sdn. Bhd. ii) Tackling Carbon Emissions: Strategies for Medium and Heavy-Duty Trucks from Total Logistic Services Sdn. Bhd. iii) Price Forecasting Model for Main Vegetables in Malaysia from MYHIMS Solutions LLP iv) Transient Modeling of Subsea Cable Laying from Ifactors Sdn. Bhd. v) 3D Shape Reconstruction of Charcoal Chamber Monument from Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) To tackle the array of industrial issues, five cohesive sub-groups were formed, each guided by selected domain advisors. Within each group, members (termed as contributors) comprising of mathematicians, engineers, computer scientists played crucial roles in identifying key scientific issues and mathematical challenges. They actively generated accessible ideas, leveraging on mathematical modelling, analysis, and computation to provide valuable insights into the problems at hand. More than 50 contributors from ten institutions, both local and international, including Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Universiti Malaya, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah, Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Kyushu University, Japan and Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia participated. Online discussions were also conducted with UTM-CIAM international partner at Oxford Centre for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (OCIAM). This collaborative effort harnessed the expertise from various institutions, enriching the event with a wide spectrum of mathematical and statistical approaches, all unified in the common goal of effective problem-solving. This initiative seamlessly aligns with UTM's mission to actively engage in both local and global networks, fostering partnerships with diverse organizations and industries to drive innovation through innovative solutions. The MMISG2023 has once again proven to be a pivotal event in fostering collaboration between academia and industry and further solidifies the event's reputation as a catalyst for innovation and problem-solving. It is evidenced from the positive feedback received from the participants: industrial representatives and contributors. In addition to the solutions and recommendations generated for the industry, MMISG2023 has also catalyzed other significant outcomes, highlighting its impact as a significant program of Mathematics in Industry. Preparations are underway for Memorandum of Understanding and Letters of Collaboration between UTM-CIAM and the participating industries. Furthermore, technical reports have been published, and the MI Lecture Note serves as another avenue for disseminating MMISG outputs. Moreover, MMISG2023 marked the beginning of a larger project focused on system development for Ifactors Sdn. Bhd. The continuation of studies initiated during MMISG2023 is anticipated, with the expectation of yielding even more impactful results for the participating industries. |
| Organizing Committee Members (Workshop) Participants (Short-term Joint Usage) |
ZAITUL MARLIZAWATI BINTI ZAINUDDIN（UTM CENTRE FOR INDUSTRIAL AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS (UTM-CIAM), IBNU SINA INSTITUTE FOR SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・CHAIRMAN） SHARIFFAH SUHAILA SYED JAMALUDIN（UTM CENTRE FOR INDUSTRIAL AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS (UTM-CIAM), IBNU SINA INSTITUTE FOR SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・DEPUTY CHAIRMAN） ZAITON MAT ISA（UTM CENTRE FOR INDUSTRIAL AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS (UTM-CIAM), IBNU SINA INSTITUTE FOR SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・SECRETARY） NUR ARINA BAZILAH AZIZ（UTM CENTRE FOR INDUSTRIAL AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS (UTM-CIAM), IBNU SINA INSTITUTE FOR SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・TREASURER） ARIFAH BAHAR（UTM CENTRE FOR INDUSTRIAL AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS (UTM-CIAM), IBNU SINA INSTITUTE FOR SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・HEAD OF SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE ） WAN ROHAIZAD WAN IBRAHIM（DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES, FACULTY OF SCIENCE, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・HEAD OF TECHNICAL COMMITTEE） NORHAIZA AHMAD（DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES, FACULTY OF SCIENCE, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・HEAD OF PROTOCOL AND HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE） HANG SEE PHENG（DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES, FACULTY OF SCIENCE, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・HEAD OF PUBLICATION COMMITTEE） NUR ARINA BAZILAH KAMISAN（DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES, FACULTY OF SCIENCE, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・HEAD OF ACCOMMODATION, TRANSPORTATION AND REGISTRATION COMMITTEE） AHMAD RAZIN ZAINAL ABIDIN（UTM CENTRE FOR INDUSTRIAL AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS (UTM-CIAM), IBNU SINA INSTITUTE FOR SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA・HEAD OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY COMMITTEE） |