BERTAM, PENANG, 22 August 2026 – The Minister of Higher Education, Dato’ Seri Diraja Dr. Zambry Abd Kadir, today officiated the Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi Cancer Centre (PKTAAB), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), marking another important milestone in strengthening Malaysia’s cancer care, education, and research ecosystem driven by technology and innovation.
The ceremony was attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Higher Education (KPT), USM leadership, government agencies, industry partners, healthcare professionals, university staff, community members, and cancer survivors who witnessed this historic moment.
The launch of PKTAAB represents the transformation of the Advanced Medical and Dental Institute (IPPT) into a university cancer excellence centre that integrates clinical services, health professional education, and translational research to advance the national health agenda. |