Curriculum Vitae

DR. SITI MASTURA BINTI MOHAMAD ZAKARIA

Senior Lecturer
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    Centre for Foundation Studies in Science
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BIOGRAPHY


I earned my PhD in Chemistry and a Master’s degree in Material Chemistry from Universiti Malaya, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science (Honours) from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). My research interests center around ionic liquids synthesis and applications, biomass, and drug delivery systems, areas where I aim to explore innovative, sustainable solutions.

As a member of the Chemistry Division at the Centre for Foundation in Science, Universiti Malaya, I’m particularly excited about the potential of ionic liquids in both environmental and biomedical applications. I believe these novel compounds could revolutionize various fields, from energy-efficient processes to drug delivery systems, by offering more targeted and efficient therapeutic solutions.

My passion for drug delivery systems complements my broader research in ionic liquids and biomass, as it allows me to bridge chemistry with biomedical innovations that can improve healthcare outcomes. I’m deeply motivated to contribute to meaningful advancements that have a real-world impact and to collaborate with like-minded researchers in these exciting areas.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION


  • DEGREE OF DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY, (KIMIA)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)
  • DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE, (MATERIAL CHEMISTRY)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)
  • BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE (HONOURS), (Kejuruteraan Bioperubatan)
    International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES


  • Coordinator
    30 Oct 2024 - 31 Dec 2025 (International)
  • Task Force Member
    22 Apr 2024 - 31 Dec 2025 (Faculty)
  • Task Force Member
    04 Nov 2024 - 23 Feb 2025 (International)
  • Task Force Member
    04 Nov 2024 - 23 Feb 2025 (International)
  • Task Force Member
    04 Nov 2024 - 23 Feb 2025 (International)
  • Task Force Member
    04 Nov 2024 - 23 Feb 2025 (International)
  • Task Force Member
    16 Sep 2024 - 24 Jan 2025 (International)
  • Task Force Member
    13 Nov 2024 - 13 Nov 2024 (International)
  • Task Force Member
    31 Oct 2024 - 31 Oct 2024 (International)
  • Committee Members
    18 Oct 2024 - 18 Oct 2024 (National)
  • Task Force Member
    25 Sep 2024 - 29 Sep 2024 (International)
  • Committee Members
    25 Sep 2024 - 29 Sep 2024 (International)
  • Task Force Member
    18 Jan 2024 - 06 Jul 2024 (Faculty)
  • AHLI JAWATANKUASA MINGGU SUAI KENAL PELAJAR PASUM SESI 2024/2025
    01 May 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 (University Malaya)

PUBLICATIONS


Article in Journal
WoS
  1. Zakaria, Siti Mastura; Idris, Azila; Chandrasekaram, Kumuthini; Darji, Dazylah; Alias, Yatimah (2023). Rice Husk Lignin to Vanillin: IonoSolv as a Way Forward for Value-Added Biomass Depolymerization, BIORESOURCES. 18(3), 5385-5398. doi:10.15376/biores.18.3.5385-5398
  2. Zakaria, S. M., Idris, A., Chandrasekaram, K., & Alias, Y. (2020). Efficiency of bronsted acidic ionic liquids in the dissolution and depolymerization of lignin from rice husk into high value-added products. Industrial Crops and Products, 157, 10. doi: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2020.112885
  3. Zakaria, S. M., Idris, A., Alias, Y. (2017). Lignin Extraction from Coconut Shell Using Aprotic Ionic Liquids. Bioresources, 12(3), 5749-5774. doi: 10.15376/biores.12.3.5749-5774
Scopus
  1. Zakaria S.M., Idris A., Chandrasekaram K., Darji D., Alias Y. (2023). Rice Husk Lignin to Vanillin: IonoSolv as a Way Forward for Value-Added Biomass Depolymerization, BioResources. 18(3), 5385-5398. doi:10.15376/biores.18.3.5385-5398

RESEARCH PROJECT


National
  1. 2024 - 2027, UNIVERSITI MALAYA RESEARCH EXCELLENCE GRANT (UMREG)
    Defragmentation of Natural Palm Biomass Lignin-Cellulosic Framework into High-Value-Added Vanillin ( Principal Investigator(PI))

ACADEMIC/PROF. SERVICES


Contribution to external organisation
  1. (2024) As Executive Committee Member for Joint Foundation Program in Xi'An International University, China, International, (Resource Person)

TEACHING


Others
  1. (2024) FAD1016 - Basic Chemistry 1
  2. (2024) FAX1002 - Information Technology
  3. (2024) FAX1001 - Jati Diri
  4. (2024) FAD1017 - Practical Chemistry 1

COURSE ATTENDED


Internal / External Course
INTERNAL COURSE
  1. KURSUS ORIENTASI STAF BAHARU UNIVERSITI MALAYA 2024, Bilik Senat, Aras 4, Bangunan Canseleri (15 Aug 2024 - 16 Aug 2024)
  2. INFLUENCING AND NEGOTIATION SKILLS, Bilik Senat, Aras 4, Bangunan Canseleri (24 Sep 2024 - 24 Sep 2024)