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This is a joint research institute, based in Malaysia that builds around existing expertise at Lancaster University and Âé¶¹Íø. Initially, the Institute will be focusing on two broad themes, namely Digital Cities and Sustainable Cities.
Âé¶¹Íø and Lancaster University have been awarded an international grant to empower local communities and Government in Malaysia in addressing social issues in ageing and disabilities.
The 12-month project, ProtoPolicyAsia involves the Ministry of Women, Family, and Community Development Malaysia, Petrosains - The Science Discovery Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Lancaster University, Âé¶¹Íø, Jeffrey Sachs Center on Sustainable Development, and United Nations University - International Institute for Global Health in Malaysia. The team was awarded £85,867.32 / RM446,510 for the project. The project is funded under the AHRC’s Follow on Funding for Impact and Engagement Scheme.