DR. MUHAMAD FAZLY BIN ABDUL PATAH

Dr. Muhamad Fazly Abdul Patah has been a distinguished member of the Department of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Malaya since 2012. Dr. Fazly obtained his BEng and PhD from the University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand. His primary research focus is on the production of sustainable chemicals and energy alternatives, specifically through the conversion of low-value materials and waste into valuable products such as char/biochar, liquid fuels, and hydrogen-rich gases. Dr. Fazly’s contributions to the field of chemical engineering and sustainability are substantial. His pioneering work in thermochemical processing and waste upcycling has established him as a leading researcher in the development of sustainable energy solutions. His publications and media appearances reflect the significance and applicability of his research, which continues to influence both academic and industrial practices. Dr. Fazly is actively engaged in supervising Masters and PhD research students, contributing to advancements in engineering and environmental sustainability. He has been involved in over RM 5.0 million worth of research projects, leading multiple national and international initiatives. The projects span several key areas including: Thermochemical Reaction: Including torrefaction, pyrolysis, gasification, combustion, and liquefaction processes. Chemical Upcycling: Transforming plastics, biomass, rubber, and municipal wastes into higher-value products. Ozone Gas Applications: For sterilization and water treatment. Catalysis and Chemical Reactions: Optimization of chemical reactions and reactor design. Hydrodynamic Simulation: Utilizing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for fluid flow simulation. Liquid Atomization/Spray: Both with and without reaction. Bioreactor Design: Development for mass production of medicinal mushrooms. Dr. Fazly remains an active researcher and collaborator, contributing to multiple projects aimed at advancing sustainable technologies and improving environmental management. For further details on his research or collaboration, please contact Dr. Fazly via email at fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my or visit him at the University of Malaya.

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MR. MUHAMMAD SALMAN @ ZALMAN BIN JONID

Currently is a Language lecture  of Arabic Language at Arabic Language & Middle Eastern Languages Department , Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Studied at Saddam University For Islamic Studies Baghdad and received Bachelor in Arabic Language and Qur’anic Studies (Qur’an Science) (with honours) in 1999. Later, continued his studies at the same university for Master Degree of Tafsir and Qur’an Science and graduated Master in 2002.. Area of specialization is Syntax ,Grammar Arabic, Qur’anic Science especially (Tafsir al-Qur’an) . Has been teaching at the University of Malaya since 2009 .Before this he teaching at Kolej Universiti Islam Melaka since 2003. Authored four books at Arabic Language Moduls For Kolej Universiti Islam Melaka and University of Malaya Kuala Lumpur and edited two famous books of Hadis Nabawi Riyadus Al-Salihin and Mukhtasar Sahih Muslim and others books ( Pelbagai Jenis Solat untuk Mengatasi Masalah Hidup,Kesalahan Sedekah yang Membuatku Tidak Kaya and Ramalan-Ramalan Rasulullah s.a.w yang Mula Menjadi Kenyataan). The latest edited is Mukhtasar Sahih Muslim written by Imam Al-Munziri 2012, will be publishing by Hidayah Publication Kuala Lumpur . Served as consultant and preacher on Shariah and Arabic Language at many institutions goverment and private like Jabatan Agama Islam Melaka,(JAIM),Kolej Kemahiran Tinggi Mara,(KKTM),Kolej Universiti Islam Melaka(KUIM) ,Pusrawi Hospital ,mosques at Kuala Lumpur and others .He also a panel of Islamic Terminology and Nomenclature SIRIM Berhad  Work Group since 2009 until now. He also a moderator of Islamic Grand Forums with famous panelist  likes  Dato' Abu Hasan Din al-Hafiz,Dato' Hj Hassan Mahmud al-Hafiz, Datuk Dr. Zahazan Muhammad and others .Born in 1973 and married to Noor Mudhir Abdullah , with five children (four daughters(Maryam,Amani & Minnah dan Hanan) and a boy (Anas).

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PROF. DR. NORLIDAH ALIAS

Norlidah Alias is a Professor in the Curriculum and Instructional Technology Department, Faculty of Education, University of Malaya. Her area of expertise is Curriculum Development and TVET ( Curriculum). She was a former Deputy Dean (Higher Degrees) at the Faculty (28/3/2019-27/3/2021). Prior joining University of Malaya, she has served as an Assistant Director at Teacher Training Institution, Ministry of Education. She received her Bachelor Degree (Electrical Engineering) from Monash University, Australia, and her Master and PhD degrees from University of Malaya. Her Scopus h-indexed is 14 with 721 citations.  She has headed several consultations and research projects, particularly in the area of TVET curriculum acceptance and pedagogy, funded by various international and local agencies. Currently she is the Principal Investigator for several industry research grants at national level  and she is a PI for an  International Research grant.  She has authored and co-authored 12 books, 12 academic articles in ISI-ranked publications and many other Scopus-ranked publications. Her works are published in top-tier International journals including Journal of Educational Tehnology and Society (ETS), Eurasian Journal Mathematics, Science and Technology Education (EJMSTE), Educational Technology Research & Development (ETR&D), Frontiers in Public Health and Interactive Learning Environments. She has also served as an Advisory Committee Member TOJET and TOJSAT, Editorial Board Member for ETS and TOJET, Founding Editor of Malaysian Online Journal of Educational Technology (MOJET) (2013-2016) and Founding Editor for Journal Kurikulum dan Pengajaran Asia Pasifik (JuKu) (2013-2016). She is the Vice President of the Persatuan Kurikulum Malaysia (PerKum). She has received recognition for her teaching and research including awards such as University of Malaya's Excellent Service Award 2014 & 2020, University of Malaya Excellent Service Certificate 2013, 2019 and was Finalist for Malaysian Minister of Education Special Award (Transformative Teaching Category, 2019). She has also won the Gold Medal Award 2010 at the International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX) held in Malaysia. She has presented keynotes in International Conferences and was invited speaker in TV program.  She has supervised 36 PhD students (19 graduated, 17 on-going) and 23 master's students (24 graduated and 3 on-going). She has supervised an international post doctoral researcher and co-supervised PhD students at other international institutions. She has been appointed as a National TVET Technical Committee Member by the MInister of Education. She serves as an International Assessor for the Turkish Higher Education Quality Council. Currently, she has been appointed as Lead Consultant under UPUM Sdn. Bhd, for two government TVET projects under CIAST and Department of Skills Development, Ministry of Human Resources.

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RECENT PUBLICATION

LATEST AWARDED GRANT

  • Characterization of Anatomical, Physical and Mechanical Properties of Bamboo Species from Rimba Ilmu, Universiti Malaya for Sustainable Applications


  • Rural Youth Perception and Intention to Engage in Agri-entrepreneurshi


  • Feasibility Assessment of Direct Air Capture (dac) for Aviation Decarbonization At Kuala Lumpur International Airport (klia) and Any Potential Airports in Malaysia


  • Integrating Bone Health and Fall Risk Care for Post-menopausal Women With Hiv At a Tertiary Academic Centre: a Pre-implementation Study


  • Military Brand Identity and Institutional Branding: a Comparison Between The UK and Malaysia


  • Aligning Leadership, Values and Outcomes: Examining Healthcare Professionals' Workplace Experiences in Malaysia and Australia


  • The Impact of Capital Expenditure On Esg Performance in Asean Firms: The Moderating Role of Sustainability Committees


  • A Health Economic Analysis of Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate (szc) Use in The Emergency Department Treatment of Hyperkalaemia Patients in a Tertiary Teaching Hospital ? a Pilot Pre- and Post-matched Study