Dr. Rusdi Abd. Rashid is a graduate of University Malaya obtaining the degree MBBS in 1998. He continued with a Masters in Psychological Medicine in University of Malaya and completed his master degree in year 2006. He received addiction training course in Turning point , Melbourne in year 2007 and Open Medical Institute , Salzberg , Austria in year 2008. Subsequently, he undergo the fellowship program under the WHO Collaborating Centre in Korea for Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Community Mental Health in the same year. He is currently a senior lecturer in the University of Malaya and the chief coordinator of the University Malaya Center for Addiction Sciences(UMCAS) and coordinator for substance abuse treatment services, University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC). Dr Rusdi has involved with most of pilot addiction treatment program in Malaysia. He is a Clinical Co-investigator and Visiting psychiatrist for Pilot Methadone Program in Pengkalan Chepa Prison, Kota Bharu, Malaysia(2008-2009). He is also a clinical Co-investigator, Prison-Community Link Project on Harm Reduction (PICOL-HR or Project HARAPAN) 2009 – present. He is a Committee members for National Methadone Maintenance Program, Malaysia(2006-present). He is a Project Coordinator for Spiritual Enhanced Drug Addiction Rehabilitation (SEDAR) Program: Pilot Methadone Project in Ar-Rahman Mosque, Malaysia(2009-present). He is a Committee members and visiting psychiatrist for Pilot Methadone Program in Government Drug Rehabilitation Centre (PUSPEN PERSADA), Malaysia(2010-present) and a Committee members and visiting Psychiatrist for Pilot Methadone Program in Aftercare Centre National Anti-Drug Agency (NADA)-2007-2009.
show more »Mohd. Zamin Bin Jumaat is currently working as a professor and head of Civil Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya. His obtained a PhD on structural engineering from University of Southampton, UK. In addition to his post as head of department, Mohd. Zamin is also a council and corporate member of the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM), a professional engineer with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), the head of the Universiti Malaya Research Centre for Innovative Construction Technology, and the co-opted committee member of the Civil and Structural Division of the Institution of Engineers Malaysia. Mohd. Zamin's research interests are in the area of analysis and design of structures, instrumentations and structural investigations, repair and strengthening.
show more »Ar. Dr. Hazrina Haja Bava Mohidin is a registered professional architect and senior lecturer at Universiti Malaya, with core expertise in architectural design, spatial analysis, housing studies, heritage, and urban design. She has worked in academia for 10 years upon her graduation in 2015. Since joining the Department of Architecture at Universiti Malaya in 2018, she has demonstrated strong leadership and academic service, including her appointment as the Program Coordinator for the Master of Architecture, where she led curriculum development and student support initiatives. Her teaching portfolio spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with an emphasis on architectural design studios, architectural history, theory, and master’s and doctoral thesis supervision. Her pedagogical approach integrates critical thinking, cultural context, and real-life application, making her a dedicated and reflective educator. In research, Dr. Hazrina has secured over RM190,000 as Principal Investigator and contributed to multidisciplinary grants as a Co- Researcher. Her projects have addressed key national issues such as improving B40 housing, preserving heritage in Melaka, and designing inclusive educational environments. She has published two books and multiple journal articles, reflecting a growing academic profile. Beyond UM, Dr. Hazrina is an active figure in the wider academic and professional community. She has been invited as a guest lecturer and external assessor for final-year reviews and design studios at prominent institutions including UTM, USM, UPM, UTAR, Taylor’s, USCI, and universities in Indonesia. She has also delivered invited talks at ARCHIDEX and served as a visiting lecturer at Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta and Diponegoro University. She was also recently appointed as Technical Advisory Committee (Academic) by School of Architecture and Interior Design, Faculty of Asia Built Environment, Universiti Geomatika Malaysia (UGM) and Diploma in Architecture, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) in their curriculum and accreditation development process. In recognition of her commitment to teaching, she was recently awarded Fellowship (FHEA) by Advance HE, a UK-based international body that grants professional recognition to university educators. This award, effective from 1st July 2025 (Fellowship reference PR283845), acknowledges her attainment against the Professional Standards Framework for teaching and learning support in higher education. She holds corporate memberships with Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM), Pertubukan Akitek Malaysia (PAM), and ICOMOS (Malaysia and International), underscoring her active engagement with the architectural profession. Dr. Hazrina’s academic trajectory reflects a dynamic and well-rounded profile that bridges teaching, research, and professional engagement. Her ability to integrate design thinking with contextual and community- based approaches demonstrates a clear commitment to architectural education that is both critical and responsive. Through her leadership roles, scholarly outputs, and regional collaborations, she continues to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of architectural knowledge and practice.
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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Shaharudin, Mohd Rizaimy; Zailani, Suhaiza; Tan, Keah-Choon; Cross, James; Hotrawaisaya, Chattrarat (2025). Fostering Closed-loop Supply Chain Orientation by Leveraging Strategic Green Capabilities for Circular Economy Performance: Empirical Evidence from Malaysian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturing Firms. Environment Development and Sustainability
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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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Zhao, Yang; Hamidi, Mashitah; Abd Wahab, Haris (2025). Challenges of Palliative Care in Advanced Cancer Patients in The Chinese Mainland: a Qualitative Study. Omega-journal of Death and Dying
TOTAL PUBLICATIONS AS OF DATE 2045
LATEST AWARDED GRANT
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Developing Ethical Competence for Net Zero Leadership: a Participatory Campus-based Approach
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Smart-care@pasum: An Integrated Student Performance and Well-being Monitoring System Towards a Sustainable and Caring Campus
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Enhancing Evacuation Safety Through a Fire Safety? Sustainability Checklist and Escape-route Visibility Improvements in UM?s Legacy Residential Colleges
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Protecting and Conserving Fireflies Population in Universiti Malaya
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Citizen Scientists in The Field: Monitoring and Mapping of Fauna Diversity in Rimba Ilmu, Universiti Malaya
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Neuroscience-driven Sustainability Learning Towards a Net Zero Campus
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Islamic Green Financing Framework for a Net Zero University: Modelling Shariah-compliant Funding for UM?s Decarbonisation Pathway
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Integrating Soil Carbon Stocks and Water Quality Dynamics for Climate-responsive Landscape Management
