Dr. Zeety earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Malaya (UM) in 2011. She spent four years working under the Ministry of Health, with two years in Ipoh, Perak, and two years in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. In 2015, she became a trainee lecturer at UM and later pursued a Doctorate in Clinical Dentistry specializing in Paediatric Dentistry (DClinDent) at Queen Mary University of London, graduating in 2018. As a registered paediatric dental specialist in Malaysia, Dr. Zeety teaches and supervises both undergraduate and postgraduate students. She began her academic career as the coordinator for the undergraduate paediatric dentistry unit and served on the faculty’s Elective Research Committee. In 2019, Dr. Zeety was appointed as the programme coordinator for the newly introduced Master of Oral Science course at the Dental Faculty, a role she held for four years, actively contributing to the accreditation process of the programme. Her clinical and research interests primarily focus on the oral health of craniofacial patients, as evidenced by her involvement with the oro-craniofacial research group (OCRES). She is also engaged in research areas such as dental education, oral health education, and dental age estimation. Dr. Zeety has presented papers at both national and international conferences and was also recognized with a Certificate of Excellence Service in 2022 and an Excellence Service Award in 2023. She is an active member of the International Association of Paediatric Dentistry (IAPD) and the Malaysia Association of Paediatric Dentistry (MAPD).
show more »NORAINI AHMAD obtained her BSc (Hons) in Applied Chemistry from the Universiti Malaya in 2003. In 2008, she received her MSc in Colloid and Surface Chemistry, while in 2012 she obtained her PhD in Physical Chemistry, both from the Universiti Malaya. During her PhD studies, she went for a research attachment at the Instituto de Química Avanzada de Cataluña - Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (IQAC-CSIC), Barcelona, Spain in 2010-2012 funded by the InForm Project, EU-FP7 and the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) Malaysia. Her journey and experience led her to be selected as a Nanobiotechnology Scientist/Expert representing Malaysia at the Workshop of Scientists from Russia and the ASEAN Countries - Nanobiotechnology: Achievement and Scope held in Vladivostok, Russia in 2015. Formerly, she was a lecturer at the Centre for Foundation Studies, International Islamic University Malaysia (CFS IIUM) for more than 3 years before joining Universiti Malaya in 2008. After obtaining her PhD, she was appointed as a Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Universiti Malaya in 2012 and was later promoted to a Senior Lecturer in 2013. Currently, she is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Universiti Malaya. She is currently holding a number of major administrative duties, namely:1. Director, Universiti Malaya Community Engagement Centre (UMCares)2. Coordinator, Formulation and Product Development Unit, Centre for Natural Products Research and Drug Discovery (CENAR), Universiti Malaya3. STEM Representative of the Faculty of Science, Universiti Malaya STEM Centre Additionally, she has broad experience as a Deputy Director of the Universiti Malaya Community Engagement Center (UMCares)(2022-2024), in which previously as a Fellow of UMCares (2019-2021). In addition, she has been honored and invited as a Visiting Professor at several universities internationally. She has also been invited as a keynote speaker and invited speaker at several international conferences. Her areas of expertise are in Physical Chemistry (colloid chemistry, liquid crystal, surfactant, self-assembly structure, green chemistry, chemical kinetics), Nanomaterials Formulation and Drug Delivery Systems. Her research interests are focused on the formulation of nanocarrier systems based on lipids and other surfactants for pharmaceutical, medical, cosmeceutical, and nutraceutical applications. Moreover, she has been awarded several internal and external research grants as Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator (>MYR12,000,000). Besides, she has won numerous awards nationally and internationally. Apart from teaching and research, Noraini is also an active member in her university, holding a number of administrative posts, technical committee member and research grants evaluator. She is also actively involved in various social activities / programmes at the national and international level.
show more »PROFESSIONAL LEARDESHIP 1. Hakim, Ujian Tilawah Al-Quran Peringkat Jajahan Dan Negeri Kelantan, Jabatan Hal Ehwal Agama Islam Kelantan (JAHEAIK), 2010-Now. 2. Penceramah Bebas Bertauliah, Majlis Agama Islam Dan Adat Istiadat Negeri Kelantan (MAIK), 2002-Now. 3. Penceramah Bebas Bertauliah, Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan, 21/07/2020-Now. 4. Penceramah Bebas Bertauliah, Majlis Agama Islam Selangor (MAIS), 24/09/2020-Now. CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY (contribution to society),(level),(year) 1. Panel Perunding Hukum, Iltim Jakim, National (Cawangan Timur), 2014-Now 2. Pengerusi, Jawatankuasa Masjid Iktikaf ZB, Kampung Kubang Chepek, Mukim Pangkal Pisang, Peringat Kota Bharu, Kelantan, 2016-Now 3. Aktivis Kemanusiaan, Lajnah Kebajikan dan Kemanusiaan, Masjid Iktikaf ZB, World, 2016-Now 4. Penceramah Bebas Di Negeri Kelantan, State, 2002-Now 5. Penceramah Bebas Di Negeri Selangor, State, 2020-Now 6. Penceramah Bebas Di Wilayah Persekutuan, State, 2020-Now 7. Pengajar Al-Quran Talaqqi Bersanad, State, 2009-Now 8. Pengajar Ilmu Tarannum, State, 2009-Now 9. Pengajar Ilmu-Ilmu Islam Secara Talaqqi, Nation, 2009-Now. Mass Media(newspaper,radio,tv,popular Magazine) 1. Rancangan Dian, TV1, 2009. 2. Panel Jemputan Qurantime, TV Al-Hijrah, 2020-Now. 3. Panel Jemputan QuranHour, Karangkraf, 2022. 4. Penulis Rencana "Ujian Dilalui Umat Tidak Segetir Rasulullah", Berita Harian, 20/10/2020.
show more »RECENT PUBLICATION
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Abdullah, Muhammad Fazrin; Jauhari, Iswadi; Sabri, Mohd Faizul Mohd; Ghazali, Nik Nazri Nik (2025). A Novel Vertical Axis Parallel Turbines System for in-pipe Hydropower Generation: Conceptual Design and Preliminary Experiment. Energy Sources Part a-recovery Utilization and Environmental Effects
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Wong, Li Ping; Alias, Haridah; Tan, Sik-Loo; Sia, Thiam Eng; Saw, Aik (2025). An Exploration of Death Anxiety of Family Members of Silent Mentor Body Donation Program. Omega-journal of Death and Dying
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Altarturi, Hamza H. M.; Nor, Adibi Rahiman Md; Jaafar, Noor Ismawati; Anuar, Nor Badrul (2025). A Bibliometric and Content Analysis of Technological Advancement Applications in Agricultural E-commerce. Electronic Commerce Research
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Lin, Ling-Yi; Lin, Chang-Hsin; Chuang, Tsung-Yen; Loh, Sau Cheong; Chu, Shin Ying (2025). Using Home-based Augmented Reality Storybook Training Modules for Facilitating Emotional Functioning and Socialization of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities
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Asemi, Asefeh; Asemi, Adeleh; Ko, Andrea (2025). Investment Recommender System Model Based On The Potential Investors' Key Decision Factors. Big Data
TOTAL PUBLICATIONS AS OF DATE 1319
LATEST AWARDED GRANT
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Empowering Change Agents: Building Leadership Capacity for Sustainability Governance in Higher Education
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Designing a Sustainable E-waste Ecosystem At UM: Circular Economy, Recovery Technologies, and Behavioural Change
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Lifelong Learning in Humanistic Buddhism: Integrating Tacit Knowledge and Acceptance of Evolution
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Repurposed End-of-life Electric Vehicle Batteries for Demand Side Management System ? An Assessment On The Environmental and Economic Benefits Analysis
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Scientific Analysis of Buddhist Meditation and Mantra Energy: An Experimental Study Using Aura Color
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Smart Recycling On Campus: Investigating Rvm Adoption and Behavioural Determinants
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Teaching for a Cooler Future: Empowering Pre-service Science Teachers Through Environmental Stem (e-stem) and Climate Change Pedagogical Content Knowledge (cc-pck) Via Campus-based Action
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Advancing Predictive Modeling and Early Warning System for Microclimate and Air Quality Using An Intelligent Framework in Universiti Malaya