Dr.-Ing Nurdiana Nordin is a passionate chemist and interdisciplinary researcher who is driven by the mission to bridge cutting-edge science with real-world solutions. She earned her B.Sc. in Pure Chemistry (2012) and M.Sc. in Organic Synthesis and Computational Chemistry (2015) from the University of Malaya, supported by the SLAB scholarship. Her scientific journey continued in Germany at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), where she completed her Ph.D. in 2020 under the Bio-Interfaces International Graduate School (BIF-IGS). There, she honed her expertise in NMR technology, microfluidic device fabrication, and bioorganic analysis under the mentorship of leading experts from the Institute of Microstructure Technology (IMT) and the Institut für Biologische Grenzflächen (IBG). Throughout her career, Dr. Nurdiana has demonstrated a unique ability to merge fundamental science with technological innovation. From developing microscale biomedical systems to exploring metabolic pathways using micro-NMR platforms, her work reflects a deep commitment to impactful research. Now serving as a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, University of Malaya, she envisions building a dynamic research team focused on smart, sustainable solutions for societal challenges—particularly in the fields of healthcare, agriculture, and environmental monitoring. Guided by Malaysia's national development goals and sustainable technology agendas, her team aims to harness advanced materials, biosensing tools, and green chemistry to create intelligent systems that benefit both industry and community. With an eye on translational impact, Dr. Nurdiana is committed to cultivating interdisciplinary collaborations and training the next generation of researchers who are not only skilled in science, but also grounded in empathy, innovation, and service to the nation.    

Associate Professor Sr Dr. Ainoriza is the Deputy Dean (Development) at the Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaya.  She previously led the Department of Real Estate at the Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaya, where she has over 20 years of experience in academia. A Registered Valuer, Estate Agent, and Property Manager with the Board of Valuers, Appraisers, Estate Agents and Property Managers (BOVAEP), Malaysia, she is also a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), UK. She holds a PhD from Kingston University of London, specializing in sustainability and responsible property investment.  Dr. Ainoriza's research delves into the critical areas of private rental market, multigenerational housing and housing pathways for vulnerable groups, including migrants. This impactful work builds upon her extensive prior national studies on elderly housing, the influential Housing-Income Index©, and financing solutions for first-time homebuyers. She has advised both private developers and government agencies, and currently leads the vital Retirement Village Development Studies for the Ministry of Housing and Local Government, Malaysia. At Universiti Malaya, Dr. Ainoriza imparts her expertise in Corporate Real Estate, Valuation, and Property Finance & Investment to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, while also contributing to the university as an internal auditor and program assessor. She is a frequent and highly regarded plenary speaker and forum panelist at national and international conferences, and has lent her expertise as a judge for prestigious FIABCI World Prix d'Ecellence Awards and National Real Estate Award (NREA).   Dr. Ainoriza's commitment to education extends to her role as an external program examiner for the University of Sri Jayawardenepura, Sri Lanka, and previously for Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). She contributes her insights as the editorial boards of the Journal of Project Management Practice and SN Social Sciences. Recognized for her leadership and vision, she was selected as a Youth Expert in the TN50 Circles of the Future (Living & Well-being) in 2017 and served as a Reference Expert for the Institute for Youth Research (IYRES), Ministry of Youth and Sports. She is currently a Board of Trustee member for Aubrey Barker Fund (UK), Executive Board Member for the ASEAN Valuers Association (AVA) Malaysia and Ahli Lembaga Pengelola Akademik for INSPEN, JPPH, Ministry of Finance. She also actively involved in BOVAEP as a Test of Professional Competence examiner and accreditation committee member.

Amira Firdaus is an Associate Professor at Universiti Malaya’s Department of Media and Communication Studies, Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences. Amira serves as an Advisor the Malaysian Adult ADHD Society (MAAS). She is also among the inaugural members of Universiti Malaya's Special Committee for Neurodiversity, following committee members' earlier work on the UM Taskforce for Neuro-Inclusivity. A life-long learner of Positive Psychology, Amira's core expertise is Positive/Constructive Communication with practical and conceptual applications across multidisciplinary areas of Communication, Neurodiversity, Teaching & Learning and Ageing. Within these areas, her foci include: positive technologies for neurodivergent/ADHD users, faculty wellbeing & happiness; online learning instructional design & communication; empathetic/inclusive instructional communication. Amira was previously Deputy Director for Professional Development / Head for Teaching & Learning at UM's Academic Development & Enhancement Centre (ADEC) (2014-2022), and she recently completed her tenure as Head at the Department of Media and Communication Studies (2024-2025). She also actively served in the UM Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences' Research Management Unit (RMU)  from 2022-2024, specialising in UMExpert KPI submissions. Amira continues peer mentoring and coaching on an informal basis for colleagues requiring guidance with navigating internal systems such as UMExpert and SPeCTRUM (Moodle). Amira holds a PhD in communication from the University of Melbourne. *Students seeking PhD or MA supervision with Amira Firdaus are kindly encouraged to email amira_firdaus@um.edu.my before submitting your application online.   ______________________________________________________________________