Research on tropical limestone karst aims to protect Malaysia's unique heritage

KUALA LUMPUR: The research work on tropical limestone karst landscapes that will be carried out under the University-Industry Research Consortium aims to safeguard Malaysia's unique and precious heritage while contributing to sustainable development.

University-Industry Research Consortium director Emeritus Prof Datuk Dr Ibrahim Komoo said this is because the research involves various disciplines, including experts in earth science, biodiversity, landscape and geoheritage, conservation geology, and sustainability, thus ensuring a thorough study of geological, ecological, and cultural aspects for informed decision-making on conservation and resource management.