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The Association of Innovative Educational Research (AIER, pronounced ‘AIR’) is a nonprofit organisation (NPO) committed to promoting strategic, secure, and sustainable technology transfer practices that foster safe research across the industry, academia, and government ecosystem.
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From the AIER Committee
Complexities of Technology Transfer in a Borderless World
Global trade has never been more intricate. In the past, products were largely designed for single,
straightforward purposes. Take a television, for example—there was never a question about the chips
inside because they served a singular function. But today, with the rise of AI and exponential
technological advancements, the same chip can power an autonomous vehicle, enhance cybersecurity, or be
repurposed for surveillance. The boundaries of technology are no longer as clear-cut as they once
were.
This evolution brings both immense opportunity and significant risk. Research is advancing technology in
quantum leaps, sometimes with unintended consequences. A breakthrough designed to extend a drone’s range
can, in the wrong hands, serve purposes beyond its original intent. This is the intangibility of
technology transfer—where knowledge, expertise, and innovation move seamlessly across industries,
borders, and applications. Unlike physical goods, these transfers often happen without visibility,
making oversight more complex yet increasingly critical.
As research and technology continue to evolve, so must our awareness. It is essential to develop deeper
insights into how technology can be repurposed and to outline clear frameworks that ensure research
remains safe, responsible, and aligned with ethical principles. The world is moving fast, and governance
must keep pace.
This is where AIER plays a pivotal role. Through our growing network of chapters across Southeast Asia,
we are working to enhance understanding, build safeguards, and strengthen global cooperation to ensure
research contributes to progress—not unintended harm. We invite researchers, policymakers, and industry
leaders to collaborate with us in shaping a future where innovation flourishes responsibly.
Let’s advance together, with knowledge, foresight, and collective responsibility.

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Advocating for Safe Research Practices
The Association of Innovative Educational Research (AIER, pronounced “AIR”) is a nonprofit organisation committed to promoting strategic, secure, and sustainable technology transfer practices that foster safe research across the industry, academia, and government ecosystem.
The AIER Team
From various backgrounds and expertise, the AIER team is dedicated to advocating technology transfer for safe research.
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