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ChM. Dr. Aemi Syazwani Abdul Keyon
About Me
Senior Lecturer of Analytical Chemistry, aemi@utm.my
Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
A well-trained Separation Science researcher, holding a position of Analytical Chemistry senior lecturer and Deputy Quality Manager (Iso 17025:2017 accredited Central Analytical Services) at the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Johor Bahru. Previously trained as Environmental Executive in a coal-powered power plant prior employment in the university. Highly skilled in utilizing separation science advanced analytical techniques such as capillary electrophoresis (CE), high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), gas chromatography (GC) and microfluidic separation platforms with either ultraviolet detector (UV), diode array detector (DAD), fluorescence laser/LED detectors, capacitively coupled contactless conductivity detector (C4D) and mass spectrometer (MS) to assess environmental pollutants and propose sustainable solutions for a greener future. Passionate about advancing SDGs and seeking to contribute to the academic community and foster international collaboration in environmentally green analytical technologies. Involved in the laboratory accreditation (ISO 17025:2017) and coal-powered power plant environmental accreditation (ISO 14001). Energetic, flexible, reliable, willing to learn new skill to enhance competencies and has been exposed to education and chemistry tasks such as research and development (R&D), high-impact journal articles publication, teaching, experimental design, and documentation. Have experience in conducting various analytical equipment.
Research Profile
Aemi Syazwani Abdul Keyon Scopus ID: 57953973600
H-Index (Scopus): 17
Citation: 1016
Link: https://www-scopus-com.ezproxy.utm.my/redirect.uri?url=https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1130-0167&authorId=57953973600&origin=AuthorProfile&orcId=0000-0003-1130-0167&category=orcidLink
Aemi Syazwani Abdul Keyon Web of Science ID: KGK-4372-2024
H-Index (Web of Science): 17
Citation: 984
Link: https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/KGK-4372-2024
Aemi Syazwani Abdul Keyon Google Scholar link:
H-Index (G.Scholar): 19
Citation: 1297
Link: https://scholar.google.com.my/citations?user=H5xYJOwAAAAJ&hl=en
Aemi Syazwani Abdul Keyon ResearchGate
H-Index (ResearchGate): 18
Citation: 1124
Link: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Chm-Dr-Aemi-Abdul-Keyon
Academic Qualifications
2011-2014
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD Physical Science)
School of Natural Sciences, University of Tasmania, Australia
Supervisors: Prof. Dr. Michael Charles Breadmore, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rosanne Guijt and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Christopher Bolch.
Thesis title: New capillary electrophoresis methods for the analysis of paralytic shellfish poisoning toxins Aemi Syazwani Abdul Keyon
2009-2011
Master of Science (Chemistry) (Full research)
Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Wan Aini Wan Ibrahim
Thesis title: Polydimethysiloxane-cyanopropyltriethoxysilane-derived sol-gel hybrid as stir bar sorptive extraction sorbent for non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs
2005-2008
Bachelor of Science (Industrial Chemistry) with Honours
Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Final Year Project Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Zaiton Abdul Majid
Thesis title: Blast furnace slag for phosphorus adsorption in water
Skills & Expertise
Academician @UTM
I have taught Analytical Chemistry subjects such as Principle of Analytical Chemistry, Separation Methods, Spectrometric Methods of Analysis, Quality Management System, Analytical Chemistry for Engineering, Forensic Chemistry, Forensic Analytical Instrumentation, Advanced Analytical Chemistry and others since 2014 (Total credits: 130 credits).
I have supervised 20 postgraduate students (PhD, MPhil, MSc) since 2014.
Researcher @UTM
My team and I do research related to analytical instrumentation for food, pollutant and environmental analyses (chromatography and electrophoresis)
I am the principle investigators for international (Kurita Water Environment Foundation and APEC-Australia Women in Research Fellowship grant), national (FRGS) and UTM (UTMShine, UTM FR) grants.
Deputy Quality Manager @Pusat Perkhidmatan Analisis, Fakulti Sains, UTM
I assisted the sustainability of ISO 17025:2017 accreditation status for PPA, FS UTM since 2018.
This involved ensuring ongoing compliance with the standard’s requirements, contributing to continuous improvement processes, and supporting the laboratory’s ability to deliver reliable and accurate testing and calibration results
Awards and Honors Received
APEC-Australia Women in Research Fellowship 2022 Award
UTMShine Award Batch 5 (With Research Grant)
The UTMSHine Program (Strategy for Harnessing and Inspiring Top-Notch Scientists & Researchers) is part of an initiative to boost UTM’s research achievements in the long term. The program has been implemented since 2015.
Professional Membership
