The Geotechnical Research Group (GRG) is excited to announce a one-day workshop focuses on advancing geotechnical engineering knowledge through innovative research, industry collaboration, and academic excellence to address local and global engineering challenges.
The details of the event are as follows:
Date: 25th November 2024 (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Venue: Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel, Johor
Objectives
The primary objectives of this workshop are:
- To develop a comprehensive plan for GRG activities in 2025.
- To enhance members’ knowledge and skills in writing competitive research proposals for national and international grants.
Program Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 – 8:30 AM | Registration of participants |
| 8:30 – 8:40 AM | Welcome address by the Head of GRG |
| 8:50 – 9:30 AM | Sharing session: Proposal Writing by Prof. Azman bin Kassim |
| 9:30 – 10:00 AM | Morning tea break |
| 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Strategic Research Planning Workshop: |
| – Group task assignments based on MyRA framework | |
| – Preparation of working papers and collaborative writing by GRG members | |
| 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Lunch and Zuhur prayer |
| 2:00 – 3:30 PM | Continuation of the workshop |
| 3:30 – 4:30 PM | Group presentations |
| 4:30 – 5:00 PM | Tea break and closing |
This workshop is an important initiative to set the direction for GRG in 2025 and to equip members with the skills needed for impactful research contributions. All members are strongly encouraged to attend and actively participate.
We look forward to a productive and inspiring session.
For further inquiries, please contact the GRG’s Secretariat.
