B. Braun and RUMC Partner to Advance Healthcare Innovation and Future Talent Development  

Bayan Lepas, Penang – As healthcare continues to evolve through digitalisation, data-driven innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration, B. Braun Medical Industries Sdn. Bhd. (BMI) and RCSI & UCD Malaysia Campus (RUMC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen talent development, research collaboration and knowledge exchange across the healthcare and MedTech ecosystem.

The partnership brings together academic excellence and industry expertise to create opportunities for applied learning, innovation and collaborative research. It underscores B. Braun's ongoing commitment to sharing expertise, advancing healthcare through innovation, and supporting the development of future talent who will help shape tomorrow’s healthcare landscape. It will focus on medical sciences, medical informatics, healthcare technologies, while providing students with internship placements, mentorship opportunities, guest lectures, industry workshops and collaborative projects. A key emphasis will be on supporting RUMC's Bachelor of Medical Informatics students with greater exposure to the global MedTech industry.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Dr. YongJi Fu, Vice President and Head of Research & Development, BMI, highlighted the importance of collaboration in accelerating healthcare innovation and preparing future healthcare professionals.

"As healthcare continues to evolve, collaboration between industry and academia has never been more important. By bringing together academic excellence, scientific knowledge and industry expertise, we can create valuable opportunities for learning, innovation and knowledge exchange. Partnerships like this help strengthen the connection between education and real-world healthcare challenges, enabling future professionals to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of healthcare," he said.

The MoU signing was complemented by a Student Immersion Day, where RUMC students gained first-hand exposure to B. Braun through knowledge-sharing sessions, a guided tour of the Aesculap Academy and production facilities, and networking with industry professionals. The programme provided students with valuable insights into how innovation, quality and technology come together within a global healthcare company.

Through this partnership, BMI and RUMC aim to strengthen the connection between academia and industry, helping to cultivate the next generation of healthcare and technology professionals, while advancing research, innovation and knowledge sharing that supports the evolving needs of healthcare.

About B. Braun

B. Braun, one of the world’s leading medical technology companies with over 66,000 employees in 64 countries, aims to protect and improve the health of people around the world. As a true partner, we develop integrated solutions and set standards to improve health care. For more than 180 years, we have shaped health care with our pioneering spirit and groundbreaking contributions. Through Sharing Expertise and the power of technology, we drive advancements in health care. Our integrated solutions aim to make medical treatment more innovative, more efficient and more sustainable.

B. Braun Medical Industries in Penang, Malaysia is one of the Group’s largest production sites with over 7,000 employees. We produce healthcare solutions for world markets and advance education for medical practitioners through its world-renowned Aesculap Academy. B. Braun’s Regional Asia Pacific Headquarters is also in Penang. In Petaling Jaya, B. Braun Medical Supplies serves Malaysian healthcare professionals.

For more information, please contact:

Juanita Johari
Director, Head of Corporate Communications, AP
press.ap@bbraun.com