Research in Motion: FSLM Achieves Global Impact and Scholarly Excellence in 2025

The Faculty of Social Sciences and Leisure Management (FSLM) proudly marks a year of remarkable academic achievements in 2025, reflecting the significant contributions of its researchers. These accomplishments underscore FSLM’s steadfast dedication to producing impactful scholarship and strengthening its presence on the global academic stage.

In 2025, FSLM secured RM 504,529 in external research funding from several esteemed organisations, including Mah Sing Foundation (MSF), the Japan Foundation Kuala Lumpur (JFKL), Medklinn International Sdn Bhd, Yayasan Hasanah, and Khazanah Nasional Berhad. The faculty also received matching grants totalling RM 75,000 from IMU University, Malaysia, and Prince of Songkla University, Phuket, Thailand. In addition, Taylor’s University provided substantial institutional support amounting to RM 175,000 through the Internal Research Grant Scheme – Impact Lab Seed Grant and the iNNOVATE Grant Programme. Collectively, these funding achievements underscore a strong culture of collaboration and a shared commitment to advancing meaningful research and fostering social innovation.

FSLM academic staff produced a total of 283 indexed publications, comprising peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, books, and conference papers. Of these, 153 were Q1 and Q2 journal articles, including 104 Q1 publications ranked within the top 25% of academic journals worldwide by impact factor and 49 Q2 publications, alongside 36 Q3 and Q4 articles. This strong concentration in the top two quartiles demonstrates consistent scholarly productivity and an unwavering commitment to high-quality, high-impact research. Journal articles accounted for 79.5% of the total research outputs, reflecting both the depth and breadth of the faculty’s scholarly engagement.

Looking ahead, FSLM remains resolute in deepening strategic collaborations, enhancing the international visibility of its research, and building upon the significant milestones achieved in 2025. Guided by a clear vision for academic distinction and research excellence, the faculty is well positioned to sustain its leadership in pioneering scholarship and thought leadership. This collective dedication ensures that FSLM continues to flourish as a dynamic hub for innovative ideas and transformative academic contributions.

The faculty extends its heartfelt congratulations to all FSLM academic staff for their exemplary achievements in 2025. Their professionalism, intellectual rigour, and unwavering pursuit of excellence continue to elevate the faculty’s reputation and inspire future generations of scholars. Together, the faculty looks forward to achieving even greater milestones and advancing a distinguished legacy of academic excellence in 2026.