Theme: TEDxUKM2025:WANDERING WEB

As humans, we are hardwired with an intrinsic desire to explore, learn, and grow. We yearn to better ourselves, to understand the world, and to contribute to something larger than ourselves. Yet, despite this innate drive, many of us hesitate at the first step. Wandering here refers not just to aimless drifting, but to the purposeful seeking of new knowledge, perspectives, and opportunities.

The web symbolises the interconnectedness of humanity—how intricately linked we are to one another. Much like a spider’s web, the threads that connect us are often subtle, not immediately noticeable, yet they are strong and influential. These hidden links quietly guide and shape the way we interact, creating a force that is both invisible and immensely powerful. Even though we may not always see the connections, they are there, working silently behind the scenes, constantly shaping our world. It emphasises that one choice, one influence, can trigger a cascading effect, shifting thoughts, behaviours, and even entire movements. It’s not just a ripple, but a dynamic web of influence that connects us all.

At its heart, Wandering Web is about recognizing the immense potential of that first step—of daring to wander, to seek, to discover. It is about the epiphany that comes when we step into this interconnected web, allowing ourselves to be influenced by others and, in turn, contributing our voice to a collective effort. By embracing the web of connections around us, we realise the strength that lies in unity.

Everyone, we invite you to join the Wandering Web—where we choose our own future, together.

Auditorium Siswa
Pusanika Level 2, The National University of Malaysia (UKM)
Bangi, Selangor, 43600
Malaysia

Lim Seng Joe

Associate Professor • Head of MANIS UKM

Dr. Lim Seng Joe is an Associate Professor and Director of the Innovation Centre for Confectionery Technology (MANIS). A Registered Food Analyst and Professional Technologist, his groundbreaking research explores functional foods, edible bird’s nest glycoproteins, and fucoidan-rich ingredients from Malaysian brown seaweed. With accolades including the Erasmus Mundus ALFABET Award, ASEA-UNINET Scholarships, National Young Scientist Award 2024, and the Crown Prince CIPTA Award, he has also served as a visiting professor in Thailand, Japan, and Indonesia. Dr. Lim has published 78 journal articles, two research books, and eight book chapters, and is currently an editor for Sains Malaysiana. At TEDxUKM 2025, he will share “Making Science Simpler” — a talk aimed at breaking down complex scientific ideas to connect and inspire people from all walks of life.