Higher Education D-G says universities must deliver tangible impact, not just achievements that look good on paper (opens original article in a new tab)

Higher Education director-general urges IPTAs to prioritize tangible national and global impact over academic achievements, highlighting UPM's Synergy Month 2026 programme as a platform for translating research into solutions for sustainability and community well-being.

• Higher Education director-general Datuk Prof Dr Azlinda Azman emphasized that IPTAs must focus on tangible impact rather than just academic achievements
• UPM's Synergy Month 2026 programme aims to translate university discoveries into solutions for global sustainability through five strategic focus areas
• Universities are urged to move beyond academic papers to become leaders in solving global crises and balancing human well-being with environmental concerns