Dr. Marlinda bt Ab Rahman is a senior lecturer at Nanotechnology and Catalysis Research Centre (NANOCAT), University of Malaya, Malaysia since June 2018. She obtained her MS.c and Ph.D. from the University of Malaya, Malaysia in experimental physics in 2013 and 2017 respectively. Her research interests are in the area of graphene, nanomaterials, electrochemistry, and biosensors. Her current research project is on the synthesis and fabrication of graphene infused natural rubber composite for sensor applications.

Dr Makmor Tumin is a Professor at the Department of Political Science, Public Administration and Development Studies, specializing in Political Science, focusing on Political Philosophy (Islam and the West) and Civil Society. Having served under Universiti Malaya since 1997, there are 55 books credited under his name. Several selected published books of his include Essentials of Theology and Muslim Political Philosophy, Western Political and Economic Thought, Contemporary Western Political Philosophy: Figures and Metaphysics, Contemporary Islamic Political Thought: Syariah and Philosophical Leaning (co-editor) and Civil Society in Malaysia: Issues and Challenges (edited), all of which are in Malay. He has more than 40 indexed (WoS/Scopus) papers published under his name. A list of several selected papers are as below: Rasiah, R., Noh, A., Tumin, M. 2009. Privatising healthcare in Malaysia: Power, policy and profits. J Contemp Asia 39(1): 50-62. (WoS) Rasiah, R., Tumin, M., Musafar Hameed, L., Ndoma, I. 2017. Civil society organizations in opposition to healthcare commercialization: Protecting access for the poor and middle class in Malaysia. Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly 45(5): 1-19. (WoS) Tumin, M., Che Soh, M. (2020). Sumbangan Tradisi Barat dan Islam Terhadap Idea Masyarakat Sivil (Contributions of Western and Islamic Traditions to the Idea of Civil Society). Journal of Aqidah and Islamic Thought (AFKAR), 22(2), 77-118. (Scopus) Che Soh M., Tumin M. (2022). Full Paying Patient Services in Malaysia: A Counter-Hegemonic Response from a Civil Society Organization, Management and Accounting Review. 21(1), 23-39. (Scopus) Rabaia, I.S.I., Tumin, M., Yeoh, E. K. K. (2017). Religion and revolution: Theorizing of the Arab Spring in accordance with the selectorate approach. Asian Politics & Policy, 9 (2), 222-44. (Scopus) Other publications include more than 20 book chapters and more than 20 non-Scopus/ISI indexed papers plus book reviews (more than 30) and popular media articles (more than 100). In the past, Dr Makmor Tumin has engaged his work on research relating to public health, focusing on policies related to organ donation and transplantation. He himself is a kidney transplant patient. Dr. Makmor is blind. His eyesight began to deteriorate at the age of 11, and at 45, he became completely blind. He is currently serving as an Executive Board member of the ASEAN University Network - Disability and Public Policy (AUN-DPPnet) and the Chief Editor for a People with Disabilities (PwDs) Magazine ("Mainstreamer") which is funded by the Nippon Foundation under AUN-DPPnet.

Dr Prashant Naresh Samberkar stands out as a highly esteemed academic and pathologist whose expertise in forensic pathology has profoundly influenced both educational and research landscapes. With an impressive tenure spanning over 28 years, he has made remarkable strides in enhancing the quality of medical education and advancing scientific inquiry. Currently, he is a dedicated Medical Lecturer at the prestigious Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, where he plays an essential role in shaping the knowledge and skills of both undergraduate and postgraduate students. As the Course and Curriculum Coordinator for the UMMP-MBBS and Master of Pathology (Forensic) programs, Dr Samberkar is at the forefront of designing and refining the forensic curriculum. His pioneering efforts in this domain began with the formulation of a comprehensive forensic curriculum for undergraduate medical students in 2008, followed by its meticulous revision in 2013. In addition to curriculum development, he is proactive in organising seminars and training sessions that foster an enriching environment for knowledge exchange among aspiring professionals and established practitioners alike. Dr Samberkar’s passion transcends teaching; he is deeply immersed in research, contributing meaningfully to myriad projects within the realm of forensic pathology. His collaborative spirit shines through in his work on various grants, including a significant FRGS Grant in collaboration with Harvard University. Beyond funded projects, he has taken the initiative to spearhead several non-funded research endeavours, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of forensic science. His extensive publication record in respected international academic journals, alongside his contributions to authoritative textbooks in medical jurisprudence, underscores his dedication to scholarship and education. In addition to his academic roles, Dr Samberkar is recognised as a chief examiner and an external examiner for numerous programs across Malaysia, a testament to the high regard in which he is held within the academic community. His hands-on experience is unrivalled, having conducted numerous autopsies and actively participated in numerous crime scene investigations. This wealth of practical knowledge not only enriches his teaching but also feeds into his research initiatives, creating a dynamic learning environment that benefits students and professionals alike.