Research on tropical limestone karst aims to protect Malaysia's unique heritage

KUALA LUMPUR: The research work on tropical limestone karst landscapes that will be carried out under the University-Industry Research Consortium aims to safeguard Malaysia's unique and precious heritage while contributing to sustainable development.

"That is why this research holds great significance for Malaysia on multiple fronts. The unique and captivating limestone hills in these landscapes possess aesthetic and educational value, attracting cultural and tourism interests. Under the five-year cooperation, YTL Cement will provide scholarships to 40 Masters and PhD students through the consortium to conduct research on sustainable tropical limestone karst landscapes with matching grants from the ministry over the next five years, while the universities will serve as hubs of research excellence that can offer resources, facilities, and academic expertise that contribute to high-quality research.

He said, this move, in light of the state government's efforts to promote balanced, sustainable development, has placed YTL Cement as the first company in Malaysia doing conservation at an active quarrying site, which he believed should be emulated by other organisations. "These unique geological formations serve as invaluable resources, impacting sectors such as construction, tourism, and more.

More importantly, Ibrahim noted that such a move would also ensure a mix of fresh ideas between the post-graduate students and industry experts, academic resources, long-term engagement, and cost-efficiency, thus contributing to a holistic and comprehensive approach to the issue at hand.

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