WHAT IT IS ALL ABOUT

Informatics, in a nutshell is the science of information. It studies the representation, processing, and communication of information in natural and artificial systems. Technological advances will be created by understanding informational phenomena – such as through computation, cognition, and communication. As a result of that, technological progress prompts scientific enquiry. Informatics is the emerging discipline that intelligently combines both the science of information and the engineering of information together.

WHY THE NEED FOR ADVANCED INFORMATICS

Systematic and integrated approach to advanced informatics for example in the area of health — the acquisition, management, and use of information in health — can greatly enhance the quality and efficiency of medical care and the response to widespread public health emergencies with availability of critical information of the patients.

On top of that, it complements the efforts of the government to provide faster, and integrated accurate information services to the public especially among government agencies.

OTHER TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION

About Advanced Informatics Centre

The ultimate goal of MIMOS’ Advanced Informatics Centre is to develop innovative engines/software libraries and modules for the assembly of commercial applications in physical security, intelligent surveillance, biometrics and resource management.

We also strive to increase the number of intellectual properties (IP) owned by Malaysia in the advanced informatics areas of pattern recognition, imaging and resource management.

We support other applied research and advanced technology centres within MIMOS in their technology initiatives. We are very proud of our people’s technical expertise in these areas which will also allow us to provide consultancy within our organisation as well as to external parties or organisations.

Pattern Recognition

Through our efforts in applied research, we aim to offer on our technology shelf, localised, cost effective and robust solutions which include current, as well as emerging, surveillance and biometric technologies.

Imaging

The results of our applied research may be used in the development of intelligent imaging solutions which will help extend the capability of physical security monitoring beyond the often inefficient manual (human) processing. Using the technology platform we are developing, it will be possible to monitor and/or authenticate friends and foes across a wider perimeter in a high-security environment against unspecific intrusions or threats.

Complex Systems

Complex systems are found in all areas of nature but increasingly they are being created by humans in transport, in the economy and in the information and communications sectors. One particular area of interest for us is in resource management for large systems with multiple, often conflicting constraints. We are developing proof-of-concepts for resource management solutions that are capable of effectively managing resource capacity and allocation. Our work in resource management can be applied primarily in areas such as grid computing or any other situations where there is intense, and often conflicting competition for limited but valuable resources. Our aim is to offer technology platforms which will deliver technology according to market needs.