Dr.-Ing. Nurdiana Nordin is a researcher and academic in the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Universiti Malaya, specializing in physical chemistry, functional biomaterials, hydrogel technologies, microfluidic systems, and advanced spectroscopic characterization. Her research focuses on the development of smart and sustainable materials for biomedical, environmental, agricultural, and sensing applications, integrating approaches from chemistry, materials science, and engineering.

She leads research activities at FlexiHydro D’Lab, where her work focuses on innovative hydrogel-based platforms, microfluidic technologies, optofluidic sensing systems, functional coatings, and advanced biomaterials for healthcare, environmental remediation, food security, and energy-related applications. Her expertise includes hydrogel fabrication, conductive and ionic biomaterials, optical and electrochemical sensing, microfluidic device integration, and advanced characterization techniques.

Dr.-Ing. Nurdiana has extensive experience in advanced nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, including multidimensional NMR analysis, DOSY, NOESY, and molecular interaction studies. She has also undergone specialized training in high-field NMR instrumentation, including exposure to advanced 1.2 GHz NMR technology for molecular and biomolecular characterization.

Her research actively involves collaborations with local and international institutions in multidisciplinary areas such as biosensing technologies, sustainable materials, water purification systems, environmental monitoring, and biomaterial engineering. Current projects include hydrogel-based smart coatings for postharvest preservation, microfluidic platforms for biomarker detection, hydrogel–MOF technologies for climate-resilient water treatment, and flexible sensing materials for healthcare applications.

Dr.-Ing. Nurdiana was selected as a participant in the APEC Scientist Invitation Program (SIP) in recognition of her research contributions and international engagement in scientific collaboration and innovation. Through research, teaching, and community engagement, she is committed to translating advanced chemistry and material science into practical technologies that contribute to sustainable development and societal well-being.