Prof. Dr. Vannajan Sanghiran Lee is a renowned researcher specializing in molecular modeling and simulations, dedicated to advancing sustainable development goals (SDGs). With a BSc in Chemistry from Chiang Mai University, Thailand (1994), and a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Physical Chemistry from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, USA (2001) supported by a prestigious scholarship from the Institute of Promotion and Development Science and Technology Project in Thailand, she has established herself as a prominent figure in her field. Dr. Lee's exceptional contributions were recently recognized with the 2023 UNESCO Woman of Influence for Science and Technology award at the 1st International Congress for the Women of Influence (ICFWI) in Tehran, Iran. Her expertise lies in molecular modeling and simulations, including Molecular Dynamics (MD), Monte Carlo Simulations (MC), and Quantum Mechanics (QM). She applies these techniques to biomolecular and material design, driving significant contributions to sustainable development. Currently serving as a respected lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, University of Malaya, and holding the position of Deputy Head of the UM Centre of Excellence for Quantum Information Science and Technology (UMQIST) and an advisor of American Chemical Society (ACS) University of Malaya International Student Chapter, Dr. Lee's dedication and expertise in molecular modeling and simulations contribute to global SDG efforts. She also empowers the next generation of scientists through MolDesign, a student-founded enterprise she pioneered as a dynamic partnership platform for molecular creators and innovators, igniting new paths in scientific exploration. Dr. Lee's commitment to advancing scientific knowledge, nurturing innovation, and empowering molecular creators exemplifies her dedication to driving transformative change across diverse industries, including pharmaceutical healthcare innovation and green technologies.

Dr. Nursyuhaidah Mohd Kadri is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Educational Psychology and Counseling, Faculty of Education, Universiti Malaya. Holding a PhD in Psychology of Child Development from University Putra Malaysia, obtained in 2020, her research focuses primarily on juvenile delinquency. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Human Development at Universiti Putra Malaysia in 2012. With five years of teaching experience in esteemed private universities including Management and Science University and UCSI University prior to her tenure at Universiti Malaya, she brings a rich academic background to her current role. Dr. Nursyuhaidah has contributed to the field of psychology with several published articles focusing on adolescents and children.

Dr. Lau Poh Li is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Universiti Malaya, Malaysia, and a Registered Counsellor with the Board of Counsellors (Malaysia). She obtained her Bachelor of Counselling with distinction from Universiti Malaya in 2006, where she was awarded the University of Malaya Book Prize, and completed a fast-track PhD in Counselling in 2011. She completed a two-year doctoral scholarship in counselling at Indiana University Bloomington, United States (2016–2018). Dr. Lau began her academic career at Universiti Malaya in 2007 as a tutor and was appointed as a lecturer in 2011 after completing her PhD. She is Adjunct Professor at the Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Diponegoro (2026). Her specialization and primary research focus are in counselling, particularly in career counselling and positive psychology in counselling. She has authored over 50 scholarly publications, including articles in international journals such as Career Development Quarterly, Journal of Career Development, and British Journal of Guidance and Counselling. She has supervised 11 PhD students to completion, and her work has received over 200 citations in Scopus. Dr. Lau has served as Programme Coordinator for the Master of Professional Counselling (2024–present), the Master of Education (By Research) (2020–2024), and the Bachelor of Counselling (2014–2016; 2018–2020), where she led curriculum reviews and programme enhancement initiatives. She has also served as a panel reviewer on the Universiti Malaya Research Ethics Committee (UMREC) and on various faculty committees related to academic governance, examiner selection, and lecturer screening and recruitment. In recognition of her outstanding service, she received the Universiti Malaya Excellence Service Award (2025). At the national level, she contributes actively to the counselling profession through her work with the Board of Counsellors (Malaysia) and as a lifetime member of the Counselling Association of Malaysia (PERKAMA International). She has served on national task forces to develop the Standard Operating Procedure for Online Counselling Services and as a panel reviewer for the revision and enhancement of the Malaysian Counsellor’s Code of Ethics. She also served as Assistant Coordinator of the National Young Counselling Scholars (NYCS), mentoring emerging scholars, and as a jury member for national and international counselling innovation competitions organised by PERKAMA International. In addition, she contributes as a subject matter expert, external examiner for doctoral theses, external assessor for academic staff promotion, and external academic advisor for counselling programmes across universities in Malaysia. Beyond academia, she has also contributed her professional expertise to national crisis response efforts by volunteering for the Board of Counsellor’s COVID-19 Support Initiative, providing counselling services and psychological support during a critical time of public need. Internationally, Dr. Lau is recognised for her leadership in career counselling and development in the Asia-Pacific region. She was elected President-Elect (2025) of the Asia Pacific Career Development Association (APCDA), progressing to the roles of President (2026–2027) and Past President (2027–2028). She previously served as Malaysia Representative and Co-Chair of the APCDA Research Committee. She serves on the Editorial Board of The Career Development Quarterly, a leading international journal in career counselling and development and the official journal of the National Career Development Association (NCDA), a division of the American Counseling Association, and reviews for several Web of Science and Scopus-indexed journals in counselling and career development. In recognition of her contributions to career development education and professional practice, she received the 2025 APCDA Outstanding Educator of Career Professionals Award.