Dr. Ng Boon Kwee

Associate Professor
Department of Science and Technology Studies Faculty of Science

Universiti Malaya, Malaysia

Major Achievements

A leading scholar in science, technology and innovation (STI) policy and management, with over 20 years of academic and teaching experience.

His research focuses on innovation systems, social innovation, grassroots innovation, and inclusive development, contributing significantly to policy-oriented research in Southeast Asia.

Has served as a consultant and advisor to major international and national organizations, including the OECD, IDRC (Canada), ERIA, Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (Malaysia), and Academy of Sciences Malaysia.

Participated in the EU Horizon 2020 Marie Curie Research and Innovation Staff Exchange Programme, affiliated with Bocconi University and UNU-MERIT.

Recipient of multiple international recognitions, including:
- Asian Universities Alliance (AUA) Scholars Award (2019–2020)
- Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Award (INGSA-Asia, 2023)
- Taiwan MOFA Fellowship (2025)

Currently serves as Associate Editor of Technological Forecasting and Social Change and Editorial Board Member of the Asian Journal of Technology Innovation.

Former Head of the Department of Science and Technology Studies (2020–2025), Universiti Malaya.

Ng, B. K. (2025). Social Innovation in Action: Institutions, Policies and Lessons from Malaysia. Palgrave Macmillan.
Ng, B. K. et al. (2025). Healthcare social enterprises in Malaysia: Business model and innovation path. Universiti Malaya Press.
Ng, B. K., Wong, C. Y., & Santos, M. G. (2022). Grassroots innovation: Policy and governance. Journal of Rural Studies.
Ng, B. K. et al. (2023). Dynamics of social enterprises in healthcare. Asia-Pacific Journal of Public Health.
Ng, B. K. et al. (2019). University incubation systems and innovation. Science Technology and Society.
Ng, B. K. et al. (2018). Inclusive entrepreneurship and innovation in Asia. Science Technology and Society.
Ng, B. K. et al. (2016). Innovation for inclusive development in Southeast Asia. Pacific Review.

Period	Organization	Position
2020–2025	Universiti Malaya, Malaysia	Head of Department (Science and Technology Studies)
Present	Universiti Malaya, Malaysia	Associate Professor
2019	Bocconi University & UNU-MERIT	Visiting Researcher (EU Horizon 2020 Programme)
2011	Universiti Malaya	PhD in Technological Innovation Management
2001	Universiti Malaya	MSc in Science & Technology Policy
2000	Universiti Malaya	BSc (Hons) in Science and Technology Studies

Research Areas

Research Areas

Associate Editor, Technological Forecasting and Social Change
Editorial Board Member, Asian Journal of Technology Innovation
Reviewer for international journals and research funding bodies
Active contributor to national and international STI policy development and advisory work