DR. HANEE FARZANA BINTI HIZADDIN

Dr. Hanee Farzana is currently a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Malaya since 2016. Dr. Hanee first join UM in 2012 as an Academic Fellow. Prior to that, she worked as a Safety and Risk Engineer with ExxonMobil Malaysia from 2009 to 2011. She resigned to pursue her studies and a career in academia. Her primary research interests are design and development of novel solvents (e.g., ionic liquid and deep eutectic solvents) for various applications in chemical processes, particularly in the separation of fluid mixtures (liquid-liquid and gas-liquid mixtures), with a special interest on separation and recovery of precious metals, critical minerals and rare earh elements, and in CO2 capture and utilization. Dr. Hanee is also passionate about engineering education and Outcome-Based Education (OBE) implementation. She was the Programme Coordinator for the Bachelor of Chemical Engineering degree program from 2019 to 2021 and was in charge of coordinating accreditation matters related to the program. She is currently the Head of Department for Chemical Engineering until 2027.

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DR. YONG SOOK LU

Dr Yong Sook Lu working in Department of Economics and Applied Statistics at University of Malaya, MALAYSIA. She holds PhD (Economics, Lancaster University, United Kingdom), MEcon (Economics, UM, Malaysia) and BEcon (Analytical Economics, UM, Malaysia). Her research expertise includes Industrial Organisation, Microeconomics, Monetary Economics and Public Health. She has taught several courses at Undergraduate level including:  Microeconomics, Malaysian Economy, Introduction to Mathematical Economics, Industrial Economics, Macroeconomics and Health Economics (at University of Malaya); Principles of Economics, Microeconomics and Econometrics (at HELP University). She supervised over 50 UG projects including industrial placement projects (at University of Malaya); over 30 Masters Research Projects (at University of Malaya); and 4 PhD (under supervision).  Produced over 15 publications, including book chapters, articles in internationally refereed journals, policy briefs and reports. She has also reviewed several papers for journals and conferences. She has led research projects on: " A Regional Study on Social Protection coverage: ASEAN Countries " (SWRC Grant), "The Impact of Uncertainty on Economic Growth: The Case of ASEAN-5 " (University Grant), “Industrial Organisation and Classification of Firms Listed in Bursa Malaysia” (University Grant) and “Exploring CPI Basket for Identifying Minimum Essentials in Reference Budgets” (SWRC Grant). She is also a co-researcher for projects such as " Rural Women Empowerment through Entrepreneurship " (FRGS); “Malaysia Ageing and Retirement Survey” and “Belanjawanku" (SWRC Grant) and " Malaysia: Labelling Regulations on Natural Rubber Condoms and the WTO TBT Agreement " (Australian Government Aids). She is an Editor for Malaysian Journal of Economic Studies. She was awarded Certificate of Excellent Service (UM) 2016; Certificate of Excellent Service (UM) 2015; UM Excellence Award, Naib Canselor, 2013; Certificate of Excellent Service (UM) 2013; UM Excellence Award, Naib Canselor, 2011; Certificate of Excellence Service (UM) 2011; Best Oral Presentation at The University of Sheffield Postgraduate Research Workshop, University of Sheffield, 2008, (International); Research and Innovation Expo/Silver Medal (UM) 2007, (National); Certificate of Excellent Service (UM) 2006; Research and Innovation Expo/Silver Medal (UM) 2005 (National) and University Book Award (UM) 2001 (National).  

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DR. NORHARYANTI BINTI MOHSIN

Dr. Norharyanti Mohsin, is currently a senior lecturer attached with Curriculum and Instructional Technology Department, Faculty of Education, Universiti Malaya with majoring in instructional design and technology, digital instruction and smart learning. A dedicated and passionate educator with over 10 years of experience in academic administration and 2 years in teaching. Being awarded SLAB scheme in 2018, she manage to achieve GOT in her doctoral degree programme from Universiti Malaya. Committed to fostering an instructional technology and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Skilled in designing and implementing engaging instructional activities through micro-credential course aligned with educational standards and tailored to meet the diverse needs of learners. Proficient in integrating technology into instruction to enhance student engagement and facilitate active learning experiences. A collaborative leader in managing research grant with a proven track record of building strong relationships with students, colleagues, and stakeholders to promote a culture of continuous improvement and student success. Appointed as one of the taskforce members for Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) project to evaluate blended-learning approach in higher education institution specifically in Universiti Malaya. With a firm belief in the transformative power of education, eager to inspire and empower academicians to actively integrate technology into teaching activities to attract the next generation of learners to become critical thinkers, compassionate leaders, and lifelong learners. Besides, she also being appointed as Program Coordinator for Master in Education (Curriculum Development) program (2023-2025) to monitor and assist faculty in managing necessary matters. Currently, she seeks opportunities to do research in instructional technology, technology enhanced learning, smart and digital learning, technology addiction, microlearning and digital instruction in TVET.

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