Registration is now open!
- 25 May 2025 (for Brunei-based participants)
12 May 2025 (for International participants)
Support for UBD students is available:
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Deadline: 12 May 2025
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1. What is TREx?
Tropical Research Experience (TREx) is offered by the Institute for Biodiversity and Environmental Research (IBER) of Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), designed to provide research experience in biodiversity and ecology of tropical rainforests and aquatic ecosystems. TREx is a 11-day program comprising virtual and physical components. The virtual component is built around lectures on key topics by scientists who actively engage in tropical field research. The highlight of TREx is a 5-day fieldwork at the Kuala Belalong Field Studies Centre (KBFSC), where participants will be involved in research projects and nature outings.
2. What to expect
- Uncover Tropical Biodiversity – Explore the fascinating ecosystems of Borneo and learn field techniques from research scientists
- Be a Rainforest Scientist – Conduct your own biodiversity study and put real scientific methods to the test
- Share Your Discoveries – Present your research in an engaging seminar with fellow explorers
- Step Into the Wild – Experience the magic of one of the world’s most diverse and untouched rainforests
3. Programme Fees
International participant: USD 800
Brunei-based participant: BND 550
Note: Support for UBD student participation available!
4. Enquiries
For enquiries, please e-mail: office.iber@ubd.edu.bn