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Leading medical technology firm B. Braun Medical Industries Sdn. Bhd. (BMI) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering scientific curiosity among students by handing over the latest batch of B. Braun genetics kits to the Penang Science Cluster (PSC).
The program, evolving since 2016, aims to spark students’ interest in Life Sciences and Genetics through interactive experiments.
Over the last two years, the kits have positively impacted more than 1,800 students across 20 schools in Penang.
Enhanced kits and increased reach
The B. Braun Genetics Kits, categorised into Advanced and Novice segments, target Form 6 Biology students and lower secondary students, respectively.
Given the positive response, the program expands from 1,000 kits in 2022 to 1,600 kits in 2024. The Novice Genetics Kit will incorporate additional interactive experiments, enriching students’ learning experiences.
Dr. Fu YongJi, Vice President and Head of Research & Development at B. Braun, expressed the company’s commitment to inspiring the next generation in Life Sciences.
With over 50 years of presence in Penang, B. Braun aims to advance talent readiness, particularly in STEM and TVET. The Genetics Kits are seen as a catalyst for cultivating future innovators and professionals in Medical Health & Technology.
PSC’s appreciation for B. Braun’s dedication
Dato’ Ooi Peng Ee, CEO of PSC, expressed gratitude for the decade-long partnership with B. Braun, highlighting the company’s consistent dedication to growing local talent through collaborative STEM initiatives.
The Genetics Kits initiative, evolving from workshops in 2016, has become a pivotal program supporting the future of both students and the industry.
The collaboration began with Genetics Workshops in 2016-2017 and evolved into the DNA Fingerprinting Workshop in 2019.
When the pandemic struck in 2020, PSC and B. Braun adapted, creating individual portable kits to allow virtual workshops, significantly expanding the reach across Penang.
B. Braun remains committed to sharing expertise and providing valuable learning experiences for students. The Genetics Kits initiative, rooted in practical and interactive genetics education, enhances students’ understanding of the subject.
As the partnership evolves, the donation of these kits not only aligns with B. Braun’s commitment to education but also contributes to building a robust pipeline of technical talent in Penang and Malaysia.
The collaboration continues to shape the future of STEM education and the growth of the next generation in the field of Medical Health & Technology.
Jimmy Tan
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