CURRICULUM VITAE ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. NURHIDAYATULLAILI BINTI MUHD JULKAPLINanotechnology and Catalysis Research Centre (NANOCAT), University of Malaya   PROFESSIONAL PROFILEA globally recognized researcher in Green Chemistry, Biopolymers, and Catalytic Nanotechnology, ranked among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (Stanford/Elsevier 2022–2025). With a Google Scholar h-index of 37 and over 6,700 citations, I specialize in bridging fundamental polymer science with advanced nanomaterial synthesis to solve critical environmental and industrial challenges. ACADEMIC & LEADERSHIP APPOINTMENTS Associate Professor & Deputy Director | NANOCAT, University of Malaya Quality Manager (ISO/IEC 17025) | Laboratory compliance and technical excellence CEO@Faculty | Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), Malaysia Adjunct Professor | Diponegoro University, Indonesia RESEARCH INNOVATION & IMPACT Functionalization: Pioneer in integrating metal oxides and carbon-based nanoparticles into polymer matrices to optimize dispersion and resistance. Biopolymer Synthesis: Innovating ring-opening synthesis specifically for the mitigation of microplastic pollutants. Catalysis: Developing high-efficiency photocatalysis for industrial wastewater remediation. Publications: 150+ peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals. Grants: Lead Investigator for diverse University, National (FRGS/PRGS), International, and Industry grants focused on industrial prototyping. SOCIETAL CONTRIBUTIONDedicated to environmental stewardship through sustainable water treatment technologies and the cultivation of elite scientists via the mentorship of numerous postgraduate researchers.