About Us

Centre for Research & Development (CRD) carries the responsibility of managing and facilitating research and development activities within the University.  The roles of the Centre include formulating the research policy and guidelines, assisting researchers in building research capabilities, acquiring research fund, as well as managing the funds effectively and efficiently.  To be visible in research, UTS strategies are to develop research niche area and improve the Research Centres’ visibility, contribution and relevance.  In its efforts, CRD recognizes five niche areas with proven merits and research outcomes.  These groups are:

»  Sustainable Materials and Renewable Green Energy

» Natural Food and Materials Resources 

» Sustainable Technology for Technopreneurship and Underserved Community Development

» The Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR 4.0)

» Borneo Regionalism and Heritage Conservation Development