ASSOCIATE PROF. DR. CHAW SOOK HUI

Dr. Chaw Sook Hui is an Associate Professor at the Department of Anaesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, and a Consultant Anaesthesiologist specializing in Paediatric Anaesthesia. She holds a PhD in Anaesthesia and a Master’s degree in Anaesthesia from Universiti Malaya, as well as an MD in Medicine and Surgery from Universiti Sains Malaysia. Dr. Chaw completed her Clinical Fellowship in Paediatric Anaesthesia at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital, further solidifying her expertise in paediatric care. Dr. Chaw is actively involved in clinical practice, teaching, and research. Her research interests primarily focus on population pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, perioperative pain management, and pediatric anesthesia. She has led and contributed to national and international research projects, including those funded by the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Merck Sharp & Dohme, and Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation. As the President of the Population Approach Group of Malaysia (PAGMAS) and a Board Director for the Asian Pharmacometrics Network, she has collaboration in pharmacometric research and its applications in anesthesiology. In addition to her research contributions, Dr. Chaw serves as the Deputy Editor of the Malaysian Journal of Anaesthesiology (2024-2026) and has published  in high-impact journals such as Clinical Pharmacokinetics, Artificial Intelligence in Medicine, and the European Journal of Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics. Dr. Chaw is also engaged in medical education and academic leadership. She has served as an examiner for the Master of Anaesthesiology program, and a mentor for PhD and Master’s candidates. She is also involved in organizing major conferences such as the 20th ASPA Conference & 3rd Paediatric Anaesthesia Meeting of MSPA and various pharmacokinetics and pediatric anesthesia workshops.  

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DR. MUHAMMAD ASHRAF BIN KHALID

Muhammad Ashraf Bin Khalid is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Decision Science, Faculty of Business and Economics, Universiti Malaya. He received his degrees of Bachelor of Science in Computational Mathematics from Universiti Teknologi MARA, Master of Applied Statistics and PhD from Universiti Malaya. His research interest is on applied statistics focusing on data computing and analytics. He also works on men’s health issues particularly on the disparity of health outcomes between male and female at the national and the global level.

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PROF. DR. VANNAJAN SANGHIRAN LEE

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.

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