Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) is setting a powerful precedent, proving that academic excellence and holistic wellbeing are not competing priorities, but deeply interconnected ones.  Since the launch of the Healthy University Roadmap in August 2025, the UBD campus has undergone a meaningful transformation. What began as a structured initiative has evolved into a living, breathing culture...Read More

Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) is strengthening its commitment to holistic wellbeing by hosting a regional workshop on the Healthy University Rating System (HURS), bringing together universities and institutions across Brunei Darussalam and the wider Borneo region.  Held from 6th to 7th May 2026 in collaboration with the ASEAN University Network – Health Promotion Network (AUN-HPN) and Mahidol University, Thailand, the workshop...Read More

Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), Dr Hazri Kifle, today received a courtesy call from High Commissioner-Designate of the Republic of Singapore to Brunei Darussalam, Mr Yip Wei Kiat. The meeting discussed opportunities for academic and research collaboration, as well as student mobility initiatives that could be supported by the Singapore High Commission. Both parties expressed interest...Read More

KUALA LUMPUR, 30 April 2026 — Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) has formalised a strategic partnership with MIMOS International Venture Sdn Bhd (MIVSB) to strengthen its efforts in translating research, intellectual property and deep tech innovation into ventures that can grow within Brunei Darussalam and beyond.  The collaboration brings together UBD’s research and academic talent with MIVSB’s experience in commercialisation, venture development and market access. Through this...Read More

Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) congratulates six members of its community who have been awarded the Pingat Indah Kerja Baik (P.I.K.B.), recognising their dedicated service and contributions. The recipients are Dayang Hajah Hartini binti Haji Mohammad Yussof, Dr Sarena binti Haji Hashim, Dr Haji Rozaiman bin Makmun, Dayangku Hajah Norakmarul Ihsan binti Pengiran Haji Sabtu, Awang...Read More

When Universiti Brunei Darussalam’s Vice-Chancellor Dr. Hazri bin Haji Kifle took to the stage at the Times Higher Education Asia Universities Summit 2026 in Hong Kong last week, his message was direct: universities cannot afford to be bystanders in the climate transition. Speaking on a panel titled Beyond Net Zero: Asia’s Blueprint for a Just...Read More

Office of University Alumni (UniALUMNI), Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), convened a Research-to-Policy Roundtable as part of its Inclusive Futures initiative, bringing together alumni, academics, industry practitioners, and government representatives to foster meaningful dialogue and collaboration at the intersection of research, policy, and practice.  The roundtable served as a platform to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world application, with...Read More

The Pengiran Anak Puteri Rashidah Sa’adatul Bolkiah Institute of Health Sciences (PAPRSB IHS) at Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) recently concluded its two-day graduate research symposium, ‘IHS GradCONNECT 2026’, highlighting the growing importance of interdisciplinary research and innovation in addressing evolving healthcare crises  Held under the theme ‘Igniting Innovation: Research for a Better Future’, the symposium formerly known as Graduate Research Day sought to bridge the gap between academic inquiry and global health challenges.   In his remark, Guest of Honour, Professor Dr Kenneth...Read More

Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) continues to advance community-focused sustainability initiatives through the UBD Sustainability Living Lab, bringing in international expertise to guide and strengthen local implementation.  In conjunction with InnovFest 2026, UBD hosted Ts. Dr Nor Azizi Yusoff, Senior Lecturer from Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) and Chairman of the Muar Living Lab, to share practical insights on implementing sustainable community development models.  During his visit,...Read More

Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) and Kensana Health Inc. announced a strategic partnership to position Brunei Darussalam as a global leader in plant-based drug development, also known as phytopharmaceuticals. The collaboration aims to unlock the potential of the  Borneo rainforest while ensuring the protection and preservation of one of the world’s most pristine biological ecosystems.  The collaboration was formalised by the signing of a Memorandum...Read More