Introduction

In an era of globalization and rapid technological advancement, ethnoscience—science rooted in the knowledge, beliefs, and practices of local communities—continues to play a crucial role in shaping our understanding of modern science and technology. The conference, themed "Tradition and Innovation: Ethnoscience in Physical, Social, and Technology Sciences," aims to examine the relationship between the heritage of traditional knowledge and scientific advances and how the two can be combined to solve today's challenges.

Through three main areas—Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, and Technology—the conference will feature academic discourse that connects ancestral knowledge with contemporary scientific approaches. Participants will discuss how societies in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, China, and Singapore have long applied science to agriculture, medicine, astronomy, engineering, and manufacturing and architectural technology. In addition, we will examine the role of ethnoscience in shaping cultural identity, education, and environmental sustainability.

The conference brings together academics, researchers, and practitioners of traditional knowledge from various disciplines to share their research and experiences. By integrating tradition and innovation, we can enrich modern scientific knowledge and elevate local cultural values and wisdom in facing a more sustainable and inclusive future.

Conference Date

14-16 November 2025 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

Conference Venue

New Era University College

Objectives:

1. Connecting Traditional Knowledge with Modern Science
   Analyze how ethnoscience in the fields of Physical Science, Social Science, and Technology can be combined with modern scientific methods to solve contemporary challenges in various fields such as medicine, agriculture, engineering, and the environment.
2. Preserving and Documenting Traditional Knowledge
   Research and documenting local wisdom from various communities in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, China, Brunei, Singapore and beyond to ensure that traditional knowledge continues to be inherited, valued, and applied in the present context.
3. Building a Collaborative Network between Academics and Communities
   Promote knowledge sharing between researchers, academics, policymakers, and local communities to formulate the best strategies in integrating ethnoscience into the education system, sustainable development, and technological innovation.

Welcome to the conference "Tradition and Innovation: Ethnoscience in Physical Sciences, Social Sciences and Technology." May this session open up space for meaningful discussions and continued collaboration in upholding ethnoscience in the modern world.