Advancing Dietetics | Public Health Nutrition | Bridging Research, Policy & PracticeWith 14+ years of experience spanning clinical dietetics, academia, and food services, I am a passionate advocate for evidence-based nutrition policies and sustainable public health solutions. Currently a Senior Lecturer in Social & Preventive Medicine at Universiti Malaya, my work centers on creating healthy, sustainable eating environments, improving food safety, and addressing adolescent and community nutrition—grounded in my PhD research and field practice.I proudly serve on the Malaysian Dietitians’ Association council and represent Malaysia in the International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (IAAND). My leadership includes spearheading healthy cafeteria initiatives, co-authoring institutional meal guidelines, and co-developing a regional online training module to elevate school canteen standards (SEAMEO RECFON).My research spans: ✔️ Sustainable and Healthy Eating Environment / Food Environement / Planetary Health✔️ Healthcare Foodservice Management / Food Safety and Quality✔️ GI nutrition, including IBS & IBD (in collaboration with leading gastroenterologists)✔️ Food insecurity among low-income & Indigenous populations✔️ Supervision of student-led public health and clinical research I’m committed to shaping the future of nutrition and dietetics through impactful teaching, translational research, and cross-sector collaborations. Let’s connect if you’re passionate about building healthier communities through nutrition innovation, policy, and practice.🌍 Open to collaborations | 💡 Research partnerships | 🤝 Community-driven solutions

Sufian Raja has graduated with a PhD from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Malaya in in 2022. He has completed B.Tech and M.Tech degrees from ZHCET, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh. His resolute research niches are in friction stir welding, friction stir processing, metal matrix composites, and additive manufacturing. He has to his credit one patent and 18 research publications in internationally referred journals and conferences.  

Dr. Sabri Sulaiman is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Malaya (UM), Malaysia. Dr. Sabri Sulaiman holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Administration and Justice with a minor in anthropology and sociology, a Master’s in Social Intervention, and a PhD in Social Services, all from the University of Malaya (UM). His academic journey has been marked by a consistent commitment to vulnerable and marginalised populations, with his Master’s thesis focusing on Social Deprivation and the Social Well-being of Malaysian Children, and his PhD research contributing to the development of a Community-Based Social Care Model for Street-Connected Children. Dr. Sabri has collaborated with and consulted for government agencies, including the National Population and Family Development Board (NPFDB) or LPPKN. Dr. Sabri has developed a multidisciplinary approach that bridges social care, social work, social services, sociology, social policy, social justice, social intervention, and behavioural sciences. Using mixed methods, his current research interests and primary work focus on:  Analysing and responding to global and local challenges affecting the well-being of marginalised and vulnerable children and families, including those affected by poverty, child labour, trafficking, disability, homelessness, statelessness, racism, and juvenile justice involvement. Examining how poverty, structural exclusion, and systemic inequalities affect the mental health, developmental outcomes, and behavioural trajectories of children and families. Strengthening governance structures, social care systems, disability policies, inclusive education, and social protection frameworks to enable vulnerable and marginalised children, families, and groups to have equitable access to essential services. Promoting justice and rights-based approaches to child protection through the evaluation of legal and policy frameworks at both national and international levels. Combating inequalities in social care and unmet needs for care, health and education disparities, social class, abuse and maltreatment through evidence-based interventions and policies that prioritise child and family well-being, as well as other vulnerable and marginalised groups. Evaluating the effectiveness of intervention models and social care policies to foster accountability, sustainability, and long-term impact. Dr Sabri welcomes expressions of interest and collaboration on any of the following areas.  Beyond academia, he is actively involved in applied research, collaboration and consultancy, particularly with ministries, government agencies, international organisations, and marginalised communities. His work reflects a deep commitment to addressing societal challenges through rigorous research, practical interventions, and impactful intervention and policy development. He is currently leading several major research initiatives, including "A Study on Risk Behaviours in At-Risk Adolescents in Malaysia" and "Creating Inclusive Digital Education for Students with Disabilities in Higher Education Institutions in Malaysia." He is also authoring two forthcoming books, namely "Social Care for Street Children in Malaysia" and "Sociology Perspective on Justice and Care of Vulnerable Children and Families: Issues, Policy, and Intervention."  His work is internationally recognized, and he holds memberships in various professional bodies, including the Association of Southeast Asian Studies in the United Kingdom (ASEASUK), the Social Policy Association, the International Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect, the Malaysian Association of Social Workers (MASW), and the International Sociological Association. Dr. Sabri has published widely in international and regional peer-reviewed journals, contributed chapters to scholarly books, and presented his research at numerous international conferences. He welcomes collaborative opportunities with scholars, practitioners, and institutions working to promote justice, equity, policy and social care systems that leave no one behind.