Category Archives: Research

ACKNOWLEDGING DEDICATION: FAIZAH’S PHD VIVA VOCE

ACKNOWLEDGING DEDICATION: FAIZAH’S PHD VIVA VOCE

Today, we celebrate a significant milestone as my student, Faizah, completes her PhD viva voce in Geoinformatics. Her thesis on integrating GIS and BIM in building construction projects highlights her dedication and hard work.

Panel Members:

– Chairman: Prof. Sr Dr. Hishamuddin bin Mohd Ali

– Asst. Chairman: Dr. Suzanna binti Azmy

– External Examiner: Assoc. Prof. Sr Dr. Ts. Khairul Nizam bin Maulud (UKM)

– Internal Examiner: Prof. Sr Dr. Kherun binti Ali

– Main Supervisor: Assoc. Prof. Sr Dr. Muhamad Uznir bin Ujang

– Co. Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Zulkepi bin Majid

Thank you to the panel for their support and guidance. Congratulations to Faizah for her perseverance and commitment. Wishing her the best in her future endeavors.

#PhDSuccess #Geoinformatics #AcademicJourney #TeachersDay 

FROM MPHIL TO PROMOTION – NEVIL’S INSPIRING STORY

FROM MPHIL TO PROMOTION – NEVIL’S INSPIRING STORY

I am thrilled to share a moment of pride and achievement as my supervisee, Nevil Wickramathilaka, reaches a significant milestone in his career. After completing his MPhil in Geoinformatics at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia with a perfect CGPA of 4.00, Nevil has not only excelled academically but has also made remarkable contributions to the field.

His dedication over the past two (2) years has been truly inspirational. Nevil has published five (5) journal articles in renowned Scopus/WoS indexed journals, presented his innovative research at four (4) international conferences, received two (2) prestigious awards, and registered three (3) intellectual properties related to his groundbreaking work in traffic noise visualization and noise absorption assessment via spatial interpolation.

Today, I had the honor of writing a recommendation letter for his promotion at John Kotelawala Defence University, which reflects his hard work and potential. His promotion comes with a well-deserved salary increase of around 150%.

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” — Pele

#AcademicExcellence #Geoinformatics #CareerAchievement #UniversityLife #ScholarSuccess

UNRAVELING 3D TERRAIN COMPLEXITY IN SPATIAL INTERPOLATION METHODS FOR TRAFFIC NOISE MAPPING

UNRAVELING 3D TERRAIN COMPLEXITY IN SPATIAL INTERPOLATION METHODS FOR TRAFFIC NOISE MAPPING

Our latest paper in Geodesy and Cartography!

This study evaluates the performance of spatial interpolations for traffic noise mapping on undulating and level 3D terrain. Published in the Web of Science indexed journal (Q4), this research adds valuable insights to the field.

Feel free to read the paper via this link: https://journals.vilniustech.lt/index.php/GAC/article/view/18751

#SpatialInterpolations #TrafficNoiseMapping #ResearchPublication

EXCITING INVITATION FROM THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE (NUS)

EXCITING INVITATION FROM THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE (NUS)

Delighted to announce an exhilarating opportunity from the National University of Singapore (NUS)! The NUS Urban Analytics Lab has graciously invited me to explore collaboration avenues in geospatial and urban data science within Southeast Asia.

Being recognized as a research leader in these domains is truly humbling, and I am eager to contribute to this joint venture. Together, our combined expertise and varied perspectives hold the potential to drive meaningful change in our communities and propel urban data science forward.

Excited about the prospect of partnering with NUS and esteemed institutions across Southeast Asia, let’s embark on this collaborative journey and ignite innovation!

#NUS #UrbanAnalytics #DataScience #Collaboration #SoutheastAsia #Innovation

NEW BOOK – ADVANCES IN GEOINFORMATICS TECHNOLOGIES

NEW BOOK – ADVANCES IN GEOINFORMATICS TECHNOLOGIES

Dear Colleagues/Researchers,

I am excited to announce the publication of a new book titled “Advances in Geoinformatics Technologies: Facilities and Utilities Optimization and Management for Smart City Applications” by Springer. 

This comprehensive work features 22 chapters contributed by 65 authors from over 15 different universities/agencies across 4 countries. 

Book Details:

  • Title: Advances in Geoinformatics Technologies
  • Subtitle: Facilities and Utilities Optimization and Management for Smart City Applications
  • Series Title: Earth and Environmental Sciences Library
  • Number of Pages: 434
  • ISBN: 978-3-031-50848-6
  • Link: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-50848-6
  • DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-50848-6
  • Publisher: Springer

Spanning 434 pages, the book explores into cutting-edge advancements in geoinformatics technologies and their applications in optimizing and managing facilities and utilities for smart cities.

Please feel free to share this exciting news within your networks and communities. This collective work will make a significant contribution to the field of geoinformatics and smart city applications.

Many thanks. 

Best regards,

Uznir Ujang

WIND IN THE URBAN CANVAS – 3D BUILDING IMPACTS EXPLORED

WIND IN THE URBAN CANVAS – 3D BUILDING IMPACTS EXPLORED

Exciting News! Just published my latest research on “Investigating the Influence of 3D Building Models on Pedestrian Wind Comfort through Wind Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis”!

Curious about how the shape and detailing of buildings impact wind flow patterns and velocity, influencing pedestrian comfort? This study dives deep into the realm of Wind Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to unravel the secrets of wind behavior around 3D urbanized building models.

The findings? Diverse effects due to different building detailing, leading to multiple flow patterns and changes in wind velocity. The downstream building recorded lower velocity, thanks to wind flow separation from the building frontal. Wind comfort levels? All in the good range, falling within Beaufort wind force scale levels 2 and 3.

This research underscores the crucial role of building models in shaping wind flow patterns and velocity, ultimately impacting Pedestrian Wind Comfort. Despite varied building shapes and detailing, the wind comfort levels were suitable for pedestrians.

Ready to explore the dynamics of wind and buildings? Swipe through my publication for an in-depth look! 

Link: https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1755-1315/1274/1/012010

#WindComfort #CFDAnalysis #BuildingModels #NewResearch #UrbanEnvironment

RAMADAN IFTAR GATHERING

RAMADAN IFTAR GATHERING

Had an amazing iftar session treat today with my postgraduate students and postdoc at Impiana Hotel Senai. It was a wonderful opportunity to bond over delicious food and meaningful conversations. Truly appreciated being able to share this special moment! Thank you for making it such a memorable evening. #RamadanGathering #IftarSession #ImpianaHotelSenai

THE TOP 10% MOST DOWNLOADED PAPERS!

THE TOP 10% MOST DOWNLOADED PAPERS!

Our paper, “Individual mobility pattern in Malaysia during COVID-19 Recovery Movement Control Order partial lockdown,” published in Geo: Geography and Environment on behalf of Royal Geographical Society, has been recognized as one of the top 10% most widely read papers!

I’m truly grateful for this acknowledgment of our work within the community. Thank you to everyone who has supported and engaged with our research.

Paper link: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/geo2.113

#TopDownloadedArticle #Research #AcademicAchievement #GeoGeographyandEnvironment