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From Brunei to space. UBD has made national history with Brunei Darussalam’s first-ever seed payload successfully launched to the International Space Station (ISS), advancing research and innovation for the future. (Footage credit: SpaceX) #UBD #SpaceResearch

How can research shape the future of healthcare? IHS GradCONNECT 2026 at Universiti Brunei Darussalam brought together researchers, students, and experts to explore innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and emerging healthcare solutions for the future.

UBD showcased 31 student short films across Animation, Documentary, Fiction & Music Video at the Pro-Chancellor Arts Centre, including a new AI-generated category. Featuring works from UBD & Politeknik Brunei, with industry feedback from RTB & Regalblue.

UBD strengthens its Living Lab model at InnovFest 2026 with insights from Nor Azizi Yusoff (Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia). Focus: practical, community-driven solutions shaping projects in Kampong Bolkiah A.

UBD at the Times Higher Education Asia Universities Summit 2026 VC Dr Hazri Haji Kifle on “Beyond Net Zero”: universities must drive a just climate transition. From GenBESTARI to Discovery Year, UBD is building future-ready graduates and supporting green industry growth.

From rainforest to research to real-world impact UBD x Kensana Health partner to drive plant-based drug innovation—positioning Brunei in the global phytopharmaceutical space.

UBD launches #InnovFest2026, turning ideas into real-world impact. Key highlight: MoU with Progresif Sdn Bhd to advance a digital-first campus.

Her Excellency Kaja Kallas visited UBD on 27 April 2026, engaging students in a dialogue on ASEAN–EU relations and global affairs.The visit included a tree planting at UBD Botanical Research Centre, reinforcing collaboration, sustainability, and academic exchange.

AI isn’t something to fear — it’s something to build. At Universiti Brunei Darussalam, students marked Girls in ICT Day by creating their first AI models — no coding needed.

Brunei takes centre stage. Universiti Brunei Darussalam hosts AUN-BE AGM 2026, convening ASEAN academics, industry leaders & policymakers to shape the future of business education, sustainability & innovation.

What if grammar lessons felt like games? MTeach students at UBD are making Malay language learning more engaging through interactive, game-based tools. #UBD #Education #Innovation

What happens when creativity meets research, tech & real-world thinking? At UBD, it’s #UBDSpectrum2026: ARCHIVIA — a showcase by 73 DCI students exploring memory, identity & the future through art, design & innovation. 📍Chancellor Hall 📅16 Apr–17 May 🕘9AM–4PM #UBD

UBD showcased its latest AI innovation at the Yayasan Hari Raya Aidilfitri exhibition through ‘Robolab’ under the School of Digital Sciences—highlighting autonomous robotics and future-ready talent.

UBD’s Faculty of Integrated Technologies hosted a workshop on Agent-Based Simulation, led by Prof. Yun Bae Kim (Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea). Exploring how simulation and AI can model real-world systems. #UBD #Simulation #AI

C3L Open Day 2026 at Universiti Brunei Darussalam spotlighted lifelong learning and real-world skills. From upskilling to career transitions, C3L empowers learners at every stage to stay future-ready. #UBD #LifelongLearning #FutureReady

UBD breaks into the global Top 100 Ranked 51–100 in Theology, Divinity & Religious Studies (QS 2026), Universiti Brunei Darussalam strengthens its global standing in Islamic Studies — advancing knowledge that is both rooted and forward-looking. #UBD #QSWorldRankings

Universiti Brunei Darussalam Joins @APRU1997 This milestone strengthens UBD’s commitment to global collaboration, impactful research, and academic excellence. #UBD #APRU #GlobalPartnerships #ResearchExcellence

We are delighted to welcome Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), and VinUniversity (VinUni) to the APRU — expanding our network to 64 leading universities across 20 economies. More: apru.org/news/apru-welc…

UBD and Chongqing University (CQU) formalised their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on 28 January 2026, strengthening collaboration in academic exchange, research, and international engagement. #UBD #GlobalPartnerships #HigherEducation

Computer Science at Universiti Brunei Darussalam enters the Times Higher Education Subject Rankings for the first time, placing in the 251–300 band globally.