PROF. DR. KULENTHRAN S/O ARUMUGAM

Professor Kulenthran Arumugam is a Malaysian national, born on January 30th 1949.  He is married and has two children.  He graduated from University of Singapore Medical School in 1975 and completed his internship at the University Hospital Kuala Lumpur.  After serving 2 years as a Lecturer in the Department of Anatomy, University of Malaya he commenced his career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology as a Registrar in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur and at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland for two years before sitting for and passing the Membership Examination to the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists  (MRCOG), London at its first attempt in January 1982.(He was elevated to a Fellow of the Royal College in 1995). He resumed his Academic and Clinical career as a Lecturer in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Malaya Medical Centre in 1982.  He rapidly rose through the ranks and was appointed Associate Professor and Consultant in 1986 and to Professor and Senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologistin 1991. He was elevated to a Fellow of Academy of Medicine of Malaysia in 2008 In 2003 he found his niche in Clinical Epidemiology having read the Post Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology from the London School of Hygiene.  Completing his tenure in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, in 2008 he moved to Head the Research Development Unit of the Faculty in order to guide the Faculty Staff into Research in the Clinical Sciences. Also, because of his legal expertise in having read the LLB Hons (Lond), he teaches Health Law, Ethics and professional development to the Faculty. However he continues to keep in touch with Clinical Medicine with his colleagues in the Clinical Departments. Since his retirement from the University Malaya in 2015 he continues, as Professor Kehormat, to teach in the Faculty, Health Law, Ethics, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Furthermore, as a Consultant to the Research Training Unit of the Faculty he guides and trains the medical officers and academic staff in clinical research.  

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DR. LIM WEI KANG

Dr. Lim Wei Kang is a medical lecturer in the Department of Paediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, and a consultant general paediatrician and paediatric neurologist at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre. He graduated from Cardiff University in the United Kingdom and subsequently completed his postgraduate training in general paediatrics at Universiti Malaya. Dr. Lim pursued subspecialty training in paediatric neurology in Malaysia before undertaking a clinical fellowship in paediatric movement disorders and neuromodulation at the Hospital for Sick Children, Canada. His clinical and academic interests centre on paediatric movement disorders, with a particular focus on the use of deep brain stimulation (DBS) in complex paediatric neurological conditions. He played a key role in establishing Malaysia’s first paediatric deep brain stimulation service, contributing significantly to the development of advanced neuromodulation care for children in the region. Dr. Lim continues to be actively involved in clinical service, teaching, and research, with ongoing efforts to expand access to specialized neurological care for children.

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DR. MOHD USMAN BIN MOHD JUNAIDI

Dr. Mohd Usman Bin Mohd Junaidi has been a dedicated researcher and senior lecturer in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Universiti Malaya (UM), Malaysia, since 2016. He earned his BEng in Chemical Engineering from Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP) in 2012, followed by a Ph.D. from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) in 2016.  In his academic role, Dr. Mohd Usman imparts knowledge across a spectrum of chemical engineering disciplines. His teaching portfolio includes undergraduate courses such as Thermodynamics, Mass Transfer, Physical and Analytical Chemistry, and Fluid Mechanics. Through these subjects, he emphasizes the integration of theoretical principles with practical applications, preparing students to tackle complex engineering challenges. Beyond his teaching and research responsibilities, Dr. Mohd Usman served as the Deputy Dean of Student Affairs at the Faculty of Engineering, UM, from January 2022 until December 2024. In this administrative capacity, he plays a pivotal role in enhancing the student experience, addressing student concerns, and fostering a supportive academic environment. Dr. Mohd Usman's research interests are centered on gas separation and purification, advanced material development, and green technology. He has contributed to the field through numerous publications in ISI-indexed journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing chemical engineering knowledge. Beyond his teaching and research responsibilities, Dr. Mohd Usman is actively involved in the academic community. He has collaborated with various experts, contributing to the advancement of chemical engineering. Dr. Mohd Usman's dedication to chemical engineering is evident in his comprehensive approach to education and research. His efforts continue to contribute to the advancement of chemical engineering, benefiting both the academic community and the broader society.

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RECENT PUBLICATION

  • Adams, Donnie; Sothinathan, Jayanti S.; Radzi, Norfariza Mohd (2026). Science Mapping The Evolution of Middle Leadership Research, 2002-2023. Educational Management Administration & Leadership


  • Uchiyama, Yosuke; Furuoka, Fumitaka (2026). Uberisation and Resistance to Online Food Delivery Gig Work in Asia: Lessons from Malaysia. Journal of Contemporary Asia


  • Shee, Pay Yee; Dollard, Maureen F.; Idris, Mohd Awang (2026). How Psychosocial Safety Climate Affects Employee Well-being Via Basic Psychological Needs: a Longitudinal Multilevel Moderated Mediation Study. Journal of Applied Psychology


  • Xu, Jinpeng; Yang, Jing; Huang, Yaqun; Por, Lip Yee; Chen, Xiaotong; Zhao, Chunna (2026). Dfgnet: a Dual-pathway Graph Neural Network Via Frequency Decomposition for Spatiotemporal Forecasting. Expert Systems With Applications


  • Nawi, S. N. Mat; Khandaker, Mayeen Uddin; Ihsan, N. S. Mohd Nor; Masdukin, A. I.; Osman, Hamid; Bradley, D. A.; Ajaj, R.; Arifin, Zaenal; Sani, S. F. Abdul (2026). Unveiling The Dosimetric Potential of Natural Malaysian Zeolite Powder: a Comprehensive Thermoluminescent Study. Radiation Physics and Chemistry


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