ChM. Dr. Archina Buthiyappan is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Science and Technology Studies, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya. She currently serves as the Head of the Research Management Division (Undergraduate and Postgraduate) under the Department of Research Development, Portfolio of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Development), and is also the Coordinator of the University of Malaya Zero Waste Centre (UMZWC).

Her research expertise encompasses green materials and technology, sustainable waste management, advanced wastewater treatment, and cleaner production technologies. She is particularly recognised for her contributions to green adsorbents, adsorption processes, waste valorisation strategies, and initiatives supporting net-zero carbon emissions. Her work is strongly focused on translating scientific innovation into practical, scalable, and industry-relevant solutions for environmental sustainability.

Beyond technical research, Dr. Archina actively integrates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into her work, with an emphasis on sustainable industrial practices, corporate environmental responsibility, and frameworks that support a circular and low-carbon economy. She collaborates extensively with industry partners to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world implementation.

Dr. Archina has guided over 10 PhD and Master’s students and has contributed more than 50 publications to high-impact journals and conference proceedings. Dr. Archina is an active member of professional bodies including the Institut Kimia Malaysia (IKM), Institute of Materials Malaysia (IOM), and the Forensic Science Society Malaysia. As a chemist and sustainability advocate, her work is dedicated to advancing environmental resilience, circular economy pathways, and responsible resource management for a more sustainable future.