Bournemouth University Drives Sustainable Research project with Malaysia

Bournemouth University (BU) has successfully completed the SUNRISE project, a collaborative initiative with Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) funded by the British Council’s UK-Malaysia Going Global Partnerships Grant for Student Mobility.

The SUNRISE project aimed to build capacity for sustainability research and support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through a series of events and workshops, the project facilitated knowledge exchange and collaboration between researchers from both universities.

Key activities of the project included joint research seminars, student research conferences, capacity building workshops, and training on diversity and inclusion in research. By fostering collaboration and sharing expertise, the project has contributed to the development of innovative solutions to global sustainability challenges.

The SUNRISE project has had a significant impact on both universities, strengthening academic partnerships and creating a culture of sustainability research.