PROFESSOR IR. DR. ANG BEE CHIN
Department of Chemical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
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Prof. Ir. Dr. Ang Bee Chin is an accomplished researcher and academic with a strong background in Materials Engineering. Her academic journey culminated in her Ph.D from Universiti Malaya in 2011, where she was also a scholarship recipient. Currently holding the prestigious position of Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering at Universiti Malaya, she stands as a beacon of expertise and leadership in her field. Dr. Ang's professional qualifications include being a Chartered Engineer (C.Eng) since 2014, accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, United Kingdom, and obtaining her Professional Engineer (Ir.) status in 2016 from the Board of Engineers, Malaysia. Her impressive academic and professional journey is complemented by her extensive publication record, comprising over 100 high-impact papers, with the H-index of 28. Her research interests are diverse, spanning from the synthesis and application of nanoparticles to polymer-based nanocomposites, nanotechnology, failure analysis, electrospinning and materials characterization. At present, Dr. Ang is channelling her expertise towards developing innovative solutions, notably focusing on creating polymer based nanofibrous membranes embedded with nanoparticles. These novel materials hold promise for varios applications such as in wastewater treatment, chemiresistitve sensors, passive e-DMA collection and bio-medical applications. Beyond her research pursuits, Dr. Ang plays an active role in academia and professional organization. She has been instrumental in organizing numerous international and national events, including conferences, symposia, seminars and competitions. Her commitment extends to serving as a coach or judge for various national and international events, highlighting her dedication to fostering academic and professional excellence. Dr. Ang’s contribution extends to leadership roles within professional bodies. She serves as an Exco member in the Materials Technical Division (MaTD) under the Institute of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) nd holds a position as a Senate member at Universiti Malaya. Additionally, she is an active member of the Intestate of Materials, Malaysia (IMM). Her expertise in failure analysis is recognized through her certification as a level 3 failure analysis expert. Dr. Ang's achievement have been acknowledged through awards garnered from numerous international and national exhibitions, underscoring the impact of her research contributions. Furthermore, Dr. Ang's intellectual property portfolio reflects her innovative mindset, with ownership of one (1) international patent, two (2) Malaysia patents and one (1) micro invention. These patent testify to her ability to translate research finding into tangible solution with real-world applications. In summary, Prof. Ir. Dr. Ang Bee Chin exemplifies excellence in academia, research and professional service, embodying the spirit of innovation and leadership in the field of Materials Engineering and Materials science.
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