This issue highlights Universiti Malaysia Terengganu’s ongoing progress as a focused, forward-thinking institution that aligns leadership, partnerships, and innovation with both national priorities and global standards.

We begin with leadership insights from the Dean of the Faculty of Computer Sciences and Mathematics, whose articulation of the theme “Computing the Future, Calculating Success” highlights UMT’s commitment to developing industry-ready, ethically grounded, and digitally skilled graduates. It reinforces the university’s strategic focus on future skills, responsible innovation, and academic excellence.

UMT’s expanding international engagement continues to be a key part of our growth. Strategic partnerships with the University of Doha for Science and Technology and exploratory collaborations with a Japanese university highlight confidence in UMT’s expertise, especially in marine science, maritime technology, engineering, and the blue economy. At the national level, UMT’s appointment as the lead university for the Malaysia Logistics Consortium (MR13) further establishes the university as a strategic contributor to Malaysia’s logistics and maritime sectors.

This issue also highlights the importance of strengthening our university–industry partnership through a formal alliance with Top Glove Corporation Berhad, thereby improving applied learning, knowledge sharing, and talent development. Simultaneously, UMT continues to serve as a catalyst for STEM education, youth innovation, and lifelong learning through micro-credentials, flexible learning options, and community-based initiatives aligned with national education goals.

We conclude by acknowledging the accomplishments of our researchers and alumni, whose work in sustainability, biodiversity, and community development demonstrates the university’s lasting influence beyond campus.

Together, these highlights reaffirm UMT’s role as a trusted academic partner, dedicated to excellence, relevance, and long-term value for the nation and the global community.

Best regards,

Zukiferee Ibrahim

Executive Editor