Hello
everyone,
Greetings
from Malaysia! I am Kuan Yew. I come from a background of IT and I have worked
mainly in the area of machine learning and artificial intelligence. My PhD
research focuses on the developing of a
robotic system as an assistive technology to the visually impaired people. This
research will be looking at both the technological and the social-psychological
aspects of the related areas.
Apart
from my involvement in computing or IT related areas, I am also a certified
soft skill trainer – conducting mainly motivation or teambuilding to coporates
around Malaysia. Yes, you heard it right, I am passionate in personal / character
development; for nearly a decade of my stay in Malaysian Borneo – the State of Sabah
– I enjoyed my voluntary efforts to motivate the native youths in rural and
mountainous villages.
Regarding
the induction session, of course it is very helpful. We get to know about various
resources available to us, which is really important in assisting us throughout
our research / study. Other talks have enlighten us with useful tips and
guidelines. Appreciate the well-prepared and informative slides shared during
the induction. I can continue to study the important details from those slides
again whenever they are needed. Indeed, I look forward to hearing from more
seminars / workshops in the near future.
Final
thought, being able to undertake this PhD degree is like a dream coming true
for me – I am really grateful! Although on the other hand, I have to overcome
the challenge of parenting my new born baby and to make a well-balanced living. This
journey is going to be tough, but it will be very fulfilling and rewarding.
