Achievement and On-Going in 2024

by | Jan 2, 2025 | AWARD AND ACHIEVEMENT

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP:

  1. Professional Chemist (ChM), Associate of Malaysian Institute of Chemistry (AMIC), Reg. No: A/3270/6095/11. (Since 2011)
  2. Graduate Technologist (Material Science Technology), Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT), No: GT19120332. (Since 2019)
  3. Professional Technologist (Ts), P.Tech(Material Science Technology), Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT), No: PT20080102. (Since 2020)
  4. Associate Member, Majlis Profesor Negara (National Council of Professor), No: MPN05591. (Since 2022)

 

RESEARCH GRANT (PROJECT LEADER)

  1. Matching Grant under Universitas Negeri Malang, MG2 – 4.0.1 : Aktivitas Potensial Anti Inflammasi dan Sitotoksisitas Moringa oleifera Leaf Powder (MOLP) Sebagai Green Nanomaterials pada Study Pengembangan Colorectal Cancer. 01/04/2023-31/03/2024. RM 20,000. Vot No: 4B833
  2. Matching Grant under Universitas Negeri Malang, MG2-4.0.2 : The potential of Nano Vesicle Transfersom Single Aged Garlic (Allium sativum) as a Candidate for Wound Healing through Inhibiting Microbial Growth. 01/04/2023-31/03/2024. RM 20,000. Vot No: 4B834

 

UTM GRANT

  1. Prototype Development Fund (PDF2). Colloidal Kesum-Silver Nanoparticles as Antibacterial Spray and Cream. 01/04/2024-31/03/2025. RM 50,000. Vot No: 4J675
  2. UTM Fundamental Research (UTM-FR). Green Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Bauhinia kockiana Plant Extract and its Antimicrobial Activity. 01/10/2023-30/09/2026. RM 129,700.00. Vot No: 22H79.
  3. Matching Grant with Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia. MG2 – 4.1 : Moringa oleifera-Silver-Kaolinite Nanocomposite as an Antimicrobial Agent. 01/04/2023 – 31/03/2025. RM 40,000. Vot No: 04M28
  4. Professional Development Research University (Postdoctoral Grant). Biosynthesis of Antibacterial and Biocompatible Silver Nanoparticles using Persicaria odorata Leaves Extract Incorporated on Synthesized Zeolite. 01/07/2022-30/06/2024. RM 138,460.00. Vot. No: 06E23.

 

RESEARCH GRANT (CORESEARCHER)

INTERNATIONAL GRANT

  1. Kurita Water and Environment Foundation (KWEF), Japan. Sunlight induced Ag/SnS2/Starch superabsorbent sponge for synchronous removal of organic dye and oily wastes in water. 01/10/2023 – 30/09/2024. RM 12,545.51 (400,000 Yen). Vot No: 1U021. Project Leader: Dr Juan Matmin, Chemistry Dept., Faculty of Science, UTM.
  2. Matching Grant with Universitas Indonesia. MG2 – 32.1 :RGD-Modified Gold Nanoparticle Chitosan Gel on Demineralized Dentin Matrix for Cleft Palate Treatment in Promoting Bone Growth. 01/08/2023 – 31/07/2025 (RM 43,000.00). Vot No: 04M52 and 4B883. Project Leader: Dr Nurjihada Izzah Ismail, Department of Biomedical Engineering and Health Science, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, UTM.

 

INDUSTRIAL GRANT

  1. Contract Research from Lembaga Perindustrian Nanas Malaysia. New Formulation of Pineapple-Based Child Friendly Toothpaste. 03/03/2024 – 30/11/2024. RM 50,000.00. Project Leader: Assoc Prof Ir Ts Dr Rosnani Hasham @ Hisham. Vot No: 4C798.
  2. Contract Research from Ministry of Education Malaysia (Sekolah Menengah Pendidikan Khas Vokasional Indahpura). Research and Development of Herbal Aromatherapy Massage Cream. 01/11/2023 – 31/07/2024. RM 22,360.00. Project Leader: Ir Ts Dr Rosnani Hasham @ Hisham. Vot No: 4C753.

 

 

COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT

  1. CCIN (Centre for Community and Industrial Network)-Star Rating. Meningkatkan Kemahiran Penyediaan Video dan Pembentangan untuk Eksperimen Sains di Peringkat Sekolah Menengah. 27/06/2021-26/10/2021. RM 3500. Project Leader: PM Dr Lee Siew Ling.
  2. Malaysia National Commission of UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). E-Waste: Small Devices, Big Impact. 01/06/2024 – 30/12/2024. RM 11,688.00. Project Leader: Dr Siti Salwa Alias. Vot No: 4B915.

 

NATIONAL GRANT

  1. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Elucidating on Crystallisation Growth Mechanism of Nanostructured Silver (Ag)-doped ZnO Catalyst for Photocatalytic Hydrogen Conversion 01/08/2024-31/07/2027. RM 163,342.00. Project Leader: Dr Siti Salwa Alias. Vot No: 5F710.
  2. Skim Geran Pegawai Penyelidik (Grant Scheme for Research Officer) MRUN. Synthesis, Characterization and Antibacterial Activity of Silver Nanoparticles Incorporated Silica Aerogel. 01/04/2024-31/03/2026. RM 30,000. Project Leader: Ts ChM Dr Nor Suriani Sani Vot 5L004.
  3. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Computational and Experimental Elucidation on Antimicrobial Electrosynthesised Starch/Silver Nanoparticles as Potential Smart Packaging Films. 01/10/2023-30/09/2026. RM 127,000. Project Leader: Dr Juan Matmin. Vot No: 5F647
  4. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Elucidation of Synergistic Antimicrobial Activity between Kelulut Honey and Palm Olein in the Form of Nanoemulsion as New Alternative Treatment Strategy against Drug-Resistant Bacteria and Fungi. 01/10/2023-30/09/2026. RM 76,500. Project Leader: Dr Norjihada Izzah Ismail. Vot No: 5F631.
  5. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Elucidating the uptake and transport mechanism of silicon dioxide nanoparticles in enhancing the growth and yield of chili plants (Capsicum annuum) 01/10/2023-30/09/2025. RM 105,000. Project Leader: Dr Nazrin Abd Aziz. Vot No: 5F606
  6. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Investigation on the Anticancer Mechanism of Combined Retinoic Acid-Gingerol using Nanovehicle Delivery System in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) Cells. 01/09/2022 – 31/08/2025. RM 154,000. Project Leader: Dr Praseetha Prabhakaran. Vot No: 5F534.

 

UTM GRANT

  1. Prototype Development Fund 2. Mangosteen-Herb-Silver Nanoparticles Anion Stripe Incorporated in DERMAGS Anion Plus Sanitary Pad. 01/04/2024-31/03/2025. RM 50,000. Project Leader: Dr Mariani Abdul Hamid, Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, UTM. Vot No: 4J677.
  2. Quick Win Research Grant. UTMSPC 2.14: Development of Liposomal System using Lyophilization of Monophase Solution for Stabilization of Roselle Anthocyanins-rich Extract. 15/03/2023 – 14/03/2025. RM 20,000. Project Leader: Dr Zuhaili Idham, Department of DVCRI, UTM. Vot. No: 4J623.
  3. Research Grant Hi-Tech(F4). F4 4.3: Sustainable Antibacterial and Osseoinductive CHX-Estradiol Electrospun Nanofibrous Coating on Biodegradable Materials. (Project 3) 20/11/2022-19/11/2025. RM 200,000. Program Leader: Dr Syafiqah Saidin, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, UTM. Vot No: 00Q11.
  4. Research Grant Hi-Tech(F4). F4 4.0: Advanced Materials for Biodegradable Implant with Osseocompatibilty Properties. (Program) 20/11/2022-19/11/2025. RM 800,000 (3 Projects). Program Leader: Dr Syafiqah Saidin, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, UTM. Vot No: 00Q10.
  5. UTM-Fundamental Research (UTM-FR). Anti-Quorum Sensing Pathway of Palm Kernel Shell-Based Phenolic Compounds towards AHLs of Biofilm-Forming Clinical Pathogen Pseudomonas aeruginosa. 01/11/2022-31/10/2025. RM 129,790.00. Project Leader: Assoc Prof Dr Zainul Akmar Zakaria, Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, UTM. Vot No: 22H64.
  6. UTM-Fundamental Research (UTM-FR). Correlation of the Hydrophobic Properties of Surfactant-Grafted Magnetic Zinc Oxide Towards Photocatalytic Degradation of Microplastics and Its Mechanism in Aqueous System. 01/11/2022-31/10/2025, RM 119,300.00. Project Leader: Assoc Prof Dr Norzita Ngadi, Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, UTM. Vot No: 22H66.

 

MAIN SUPERVISION

Post-Doctoral

  1. Dr Muhammad Hariz Asraf Hassan (2022-2024). Biosynthesis of Antibacterial and Biocompatible Silver Nanoparticles using Persicaria odorata Leaves Extract Incorporated on Synthesized Zeolite. Professional Development Research University, UTM.

 

Post-Graduate Students – PhD

  1. Zhang Taining (2024-DATE). Antimicrobial Action of Biosynthesized Persicaria odorata-Silver Nanoparticles Embedded in Fabrics. PhD (Biosciences), Faculty of Science, UTM.
  2. To Soon Wei (2023-DATE). Green Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Bauhinia kockiana Plant Extract and its Antimicrobial Activity. PhD (Biosciences), Faculty of Science, UTM. (CoSupervisor: Dr Mohd Helmi Sani)
  3. Mustapha Isah (2022-DATE). Herbs-Silver-Kaolinite Nanocomposite as Antimicrobial Agent. PhD (Biosciences), Faculty of Science, UTM. (Co-Supervisor: Dr Hendra Susanto, Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia).
  4. Sharel Raj Jonson Raju (2021-DATE). Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Zingiber officinale and Ocimum tenuiflorum as Antibacterial and Anticancer Agent. PhD (Biosciences), Faculty of Science, UTM. (Cosupervisor: Dr Praseetha Prabhakaran, Dept. Biosciences, Faculty of Science, UTM; Dr. Rabiatul Basria S.M.N Mydin, Advanced Medical and Dental Insitute, USM; Dr. Mohd Hayrie Mohd Hatta, Asia Metropolitan University)
  5. Atieya Abdul Hadi (2019-DATE). Biomediated Shape and Size Control Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Malaysian Herbal Plant Extract. PhD (Biosciences), Faculty of Science, UTM. (Cosupervisor: Prof Dr Mustaffa Shamsuddin, Dept. Chemistry, Faculty of Science, UTM; Prof Gopinathan Sankar, Dept of Chemistry, Faculty of Maths & Physical Sciences, University College London: Dr Syazwani Itri Amran, Dept. Biosciences, Faculty of Science, UTM)
  6. Siti Nabihan Ishak (2018-DATE). Silver-Zeolite Composite with Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) as Versatile Adsorbent and Antibacterial Agent. PhD (Biosciences), Zamalah UTM, Faculty of Science, UTM. (Cosupervisors: Prof Dr Mustaffa Shamsuddin, Dr Juan Matmin, Dept. Chemistry, Faculty of Science, UTM).

 

Post-Graduate Students – Master By Research

  1. Imran Qashfi Ismail (2022-DATE). Incorporation of Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles on Kaolinite and its Application as Antibacterial Agent. MSc (Biosciences), FS, UTM.
  2. Ibrahirul Qamil Ismail (2021-2024). Green Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles from Ficus deltoidea Leaf Extract as Biocompatible Antibacterial Agent. MSc (Biosciences), FS, UTM. – Graduated

 

Post-Graduate Students – Master (Mixed Mode)

  1. Wasifah Idris Hussainy Syed (2023-DATE). Antibacterial activity of biosynthesized silver nanoparticles using plant extract against Cutibacterium acnes. MSc (Biotechnology) (Mixed Mode, FS, UTM).

 

Final Year Undergraduate Project

  1. Gui Zhi Xuan (2024-2025). Optimization of Persicaria odorata-Silver Nanoparticles Biosynthesis Using Response Surface Methodology. BSc (Biology Industry).
  2. Kwek Shu Zhen (2024-2025). Antibacterial Activity of Zeolite Incorporated with Biosynthesized Bauhinia kockiana-Silver Nanoparticles. BSc (Biology Industry).
  3. Kok Shi En (2024-2025). Evaluation of Superabsorbent-Fertilizer Composite for Maximizing the Nutrient Use Efficiency in Vegetable Growth. BSc (Biology Industry).
  4. Leong Jing Wei (2024-2025). Antibacterial Activity of Moringa oleifera-Silver Nanoparticles Incorporated Silica Aerogels. BSc (Biology Industry).
  5. Qonitatulhaqui Muhamad (2023-2024). Antifungal Activity of Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles using Moringa oleifera Leaf Extract. BSc (Biology Industry).
  6. Nurul Hajaratul Aswad (2023-2024). Antifungal Activity of Cotton Fabric Grafted with Biosynthesized-Silver Nanoparticles. BSc (Biology Industry).
  7. Khor Zhi Xin (2023-2024). Antibacterial activity of biosynthesized silver nanoparticles against Cutibacterium acnes. BSc (Biology Industry).

 

CO-SUPERVISION

Post-Graduate Students – PhD

  1. Muhammad Alif Muhaimin Mahasan (2024-DATE). Green Innovation: Synthesizing and Characterizing Activated Carbon from Gallus domesticus (Chicken) Feather and Cellulose as Synergistic Filler in Dual Layer Hollow Fiber for Biogas Purification. PhD (Bioscience), Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering. (Main Supervisor: Prof. Ts. Dr. Mohd Hafiz Dzarfan Othman).
  2. Mustapha Salisu Muhammad (2023-DATE). POME Reclamation Through Membrane Distillation by Omniphobic Antibacterial Photothermal Dual Layer Hollow Membrane. PhD (Environmental Engineering), Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering. (Main Supervisor: Prof. Ts. Dr. Mohd Hafiz Dzarfan Othman).
  3. Srita Narendran (2023-DATE). Investigation on the Anti-Cancer Mechanism of Combined Retinoic Acid-Gingerol using Nanovehicle Delivery System in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC). PhD (Biosciences), Faculty of Science, UTM. (Main supervisor: Dr Praseetha Prabhakaran)
  4. Abdulrahman Sani Aliero (2022-DATE). Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME). PhD (Biosciences), Faculty of Science, UTM. (Main Supervisor: Dr Nurliyana Ahmad Zawawi).
  5. Nur Fakhira Mohd Asri (2022-DATE). Investigating Freshwater Harmful Algal Bloom (FHAB) Control Mechanism using Fungal Bioflocculation Mixed with Plant Derivatives. PhD (Biosciences), Faculty of Science, UTM. (Main supervisor: Dr Mohd Farizal Kamaroddin)
  6. Yamunathevi Mathivanan (2022-DATE). Characterization of Bacterial Nanocellulose and Its Modification for Copper Ion Removal. PhD (Bioscience), Faculty of Science. (Main Supervisor: Assoc Prof Dr Shafinaz Shahir)
  7. Magdaa Mo Al Ahmmar (2021-DATE). Anticancer Effects of Electrospun Polycaprolactone (PCL) Nanofiber Loaded with Cerium Oxide and Retinoic Acid against Breast Cancer. PhD (Biosciences), Department of Biosciences, Faculty of Science. (Main Supervisor: Dr Praseetha Prabhakaran).
  8. Siti Fadilla Md Noor (2020-DATE). Elucidation On Photocatalytic Degradation of Microplastics in Aqueous System by Reduced Graphene Oxide-Modified Magnetic Zinc Oxide. PhD (Environmental Engineering), School of Chemical and Energy Engineering, Faculty of Engineering. (Main Supervisor: Assoc. Prof. Dr Norzita Ngadi).
  9. Siti Khalijah Md Zain (2021-2024). Structure, Morphology and Bioactivity Potency of Boron Activated Mesoporous Silicate Glass Scaffolds. PhD (Physic), Faculty of Science. (Main supervisor: Dr Ezza Syuhada Sazali). – Graduated
  10. Nur Diyana Suzaimi (2020-2024). Modification of Thin Film Nanocomposite Membrane for Forward Osmosis Facilitated Nutrient and Water Recovery. PhD (Environmental Engineering), Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering. (Main Supervisor: Assoc. Prof. Dr Goh Pei Sean). – Graduated

 

Post-Graduate Students – Master

  1. Nur Nadiah Zamari. (2024-DATE). Formulation of Trigona Honey Nanoemulsion for Treatment against Resistant Pathogens. MPhil (Master of Philosophy), Faculty of Electrical Engineering, UTM. (Main Supervisor: Dr Norjihadah Izzah Ismail)

 

Final Year Undergraduate Project

  1. Intan Zulaikha Mohamed Idrus (2023-2024). Shoot Induction and Silver Nanoparticles Synthesis of Andrographis paniculata. BSc (Biology), Dept of Biosciences, Faculty of Science, UTM (Main Supervisor: Dr Azman Abd Samad). – Graduated
  2. Ain Nur Najla Mohd Ghazali (2023-2024). Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Stingless Bee Honey for Antibacterial Application. BSc (Biology), Dept of Biosciences, Faculty of Science, UTM (Main Supervisor: Dr Nurashikin Ihsan). – Graduated
  3. Marisha Mansor (2023-2024). Optimization Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Stingless Bee Propolis and Its Characterization. BSc (Biology), Dept of Biosciences, Faculty of Science, UTM (Main Supervisor: Dr Nurashikin Ihsan). – Graduated
  4. Junaid (2023-2024). Cloud Internet of Things-Based in-situ Monitoring of Bacterial Growth. BEng (Biomedical Engineering), Department of Biomedical Engineering and Health Science, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, UTM (Main Supervisor: Ts Dr Jaysuman Pusppanathan). – Graduated.

 

 

PUBLICATION (INDEXED AND NON-INDEXED)

JOURNALS (Indexed)

  1. Putri Zahra Azizah, Zuraidah Sulaiman, Nur Syamimi Jumiran, and Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Double-Tap to Engage: Analyzing the Impact of Message Interactivity, Content Consistency, and Content Type on Customer Engagement with Pharmaceutical Posts on Instagram. International Journal of Academic Research in Business & Social Sciences, 14(12), 1656 – 1666 (Indexed in ERA).
  2. Debora Chris Kezia, Aiko Zavira Permana, Naura Luviezka Choirunnisa, Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Hikmawan Wahyu Sulistomo, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). A Systematic Review of Oncologic Pathways in Cervical Cancer and the Correlation with Dietary Factors: Insights into Molecular Mechanisms and Nutritional Influences. Nutrición Clínica y Dietética Hospitalaria, 44, 4, 120-130.
  3. Yamunathevi Mathivanan, Shafinaz Shahir, Zaharah Ibrahim, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek. (2024) Isolation and Characterization of Amorphous Nanocellulose producing Comamonas terrae YSZ sp. from Pineapple Wastes. Polymer Bulletin, 81, 15775-15789.
  4. Yamunathevi Mathivanan, Shafinaz Shahir, Zaharah Ibrahim, NikAhmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024) Fruit Wastes and Crop Residues as Nutrient Sources for Bacterial Nanocellulose Production: A Review. Malaysian Journal of Fundamental and Applied Sciences, 20, 1032-1048.
  5. Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Muhammad Redza Mohd Radzi, Hendra Susanto (2024). Biosynthesized Persicaria odorata-Silver Nanoparticles Supported Zeolite Y as Biocompatible Antibacterial Agent against Cutibacterium acnes. Particuology, 93, 1-10. (ISI/Scopus)
  6. Hizbullahi Muhammad Usman, Mohd Farizal A. Kamaroddin, Mohd Helmi Sani, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Armstrong Ighodalo Omoregie, and Afifi Zaina (2024). A Comparative Analysis of Growth Dynamics between Chlorella sorokiniana and Chlorella vulgaris Isolated from the Local Environment for Biodiesel Production. Bioresource Technology, 403, 130868. (ISI/Scopus)
  7. Jianhua Hao, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Wan Hairul Anuar Kamaruddin, Jianhua Li (2024) Breaking Piezoelectric Limits of Molecules for Biodegradable Implants. BMEMat, 2(2), e12087.
  8. Hendra Susanto, Sa’diyatul Rizqie Amaliyah Firdaus, Moch Sholeh, Agustina Tri Endharti, Ahmad Taufiq, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Happy Kurnia Permatasari (2024). Moringa oleifera Leaf Powder–Silver Nanoparticles (MOLP-AgNP) Efficiently Inhibit Metastasis and Proliferative Signaling in HT-29 Human Colorectal Cancer Cells. Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 16, 101149. (ISI/Scopus)
  9. Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Nor Suriani Sani, Juan Matmin (2024) Surface Morphology, Porosity and Antibiofilm Activity of Orthosiphon aristatus-Phytosynthesized–Silver Nanoparticles Supported Zeolite A. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 49, 9121–9131. (ISI/Scopus)
  10. Siti Fadilla Md Noor, Syafikah Huda Paiman, Abu Hassan Nordin, Norzita Ngadi, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Noor Kamalia Abd Hamed (2024) Solid- and Aqueous-Phase Approaches on Zinc Oxide-Based Photocatalytic System for Degradation of Plastics and Microplastics: A Review. Chemical Engineering Research and Design, 201, 194-208. (ISI/Scopus)
  11. Atieya Abdul Hadi, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Juan Matmin, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Hendra Susanto, Shahrulnizahana Mohammad Din, Mustaffa Shamsuddin (2024). Synergistic Antibacterial Effect of Persicaria odorata Synthesised Silver Nanoparticles with Antibiotics on Drug-Resistant Bacteria. Inorganic Chemistry Communications, 159, 111725. (ISI/Scopus)
  12. Nur Diyana Suzaimi, Pei Sean Goh, Kar Chun Wong, Takaaki Taniguchi, Jun Wei Lim, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, and Ahmad Fauzi Ismail (2024). Construction of 1D Akaganeite-Templated Nanochannels in Polyamide Forward Osmosis Membrane for High Flux Separation and Nutrient Enrichment. Separation and Purification Technology, 330, 125401. (ISI)

 

JOURNALS (NON-INDEXED)

  1. Min Sin Toh, Wan Ching Chong, Hendra Susanto, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, and Praseetha Prabhakaran. Anticancer Effects of Cisplatin and 6-Gingerol Co-Treatment on MDA-MB-231 Breast Cancer Cells. Journal of Materials in Life Sciences, 3(2): 78-87.
  2. Juan Matmin, Siti Nur Umairah Shikh Mohd Fauzi, Khairul Rijal Razali, Nur Hikamah Sethi, Mohamad Hamdi Zainal-Abidin, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Aishah Abdul Jalil, Susilawati Toemen, Mohd Izzam Idrus (2024). Mapping the Research Landscape of Zeolitic Imidazolate Frameworks (ZIFs) for Hydrogen Production: Structural Modelling and Bibliometric Analysis. Journal of Materials in Life Sciences, 3(2), 57-66.
  3. H. Asraf, M. A. Mokhter, N. D. N. M. Rosidi, N. S. M. Idrus, N. A. N. N. Malek (2024) Efficient Phosphate Ions Removal Using Multi-Layered Poly(allylamine hydrochloride)/ Poly(styrene sulfonate) Incorporated Electrospun Cellulose Membrane. Journal of Applied Membrane Science & Technology, 28 (2), 13-25.
  4. Min Hao, Wenhan Wang, Anil Kumar, Wan Hairul Anuar Kamaruddin, Syafiqah Saidin, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Jerome Claverie, Hong Liu (2024). Magnetic Hydroxyapatite Nanobelt-Stem Cell Hybrid Spheroids for Remotely Patterning Bone Tissues. BMEMat, 2(1), 12059.
  5. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Corrienna Abdul Talib, Nur Shafina Mohd Nor, Ibrohim, Juan Matmin, Siew Ling Lee, Praseetha Prabhakaran, Nor Suriani Sani, Muhammad Khair Noordin (2024). Development of Mobile App as an Educational Tool for Understanding Nanomedicine. Journal of Human Centered Technology, 3(1): 15-21.

 

INDEXED PROCEEDINGS

  1. Mustapha Isah, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Hendra Susanto, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, and Juan Matmin (2024) Determination of Essential Factors Affecting Silver Nanoparticle Synthesis using Moringa oleifera Leaves. BIO Web of Conferences, 117, 01005. (Scopus)
  2. Dida Faadihilah Khrisna, Norhidayu Muhamad Zain, Nurizzati Mohd Daud, Faizuan Abdullah, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Syafiqah Saidin (2024). Morphological and Characterization Analysis of PCL/Estradiol Electrospun Membrane for Bone Regeneration Application. Advances in Science and Technology, 143, 9-14. (Scopus)

 

PUBLICATION (OTHERS)

BOOK CHAPTER

  1. Mohd Hayrie Mohd Hatta and Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Introduction of Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications. In Mohd Hayrie Mohd Hatta and Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (Eds). Nanomaterials for Biomedical Application (pp. 1-20), Johor Bahru: Penerbit UTM Press. ISBN: 978-983-52-2083-8.
  2. Wong Kher Thi, Wong Sru Thi, Mohd Hayrie Mohd Hatta, and Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Antibacterial Application of Nanomaterials. In Mohd Hayrie Mohd Hatta and Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (Eds). Nanomaterials for Biomedical Application (pp. 89-111), Johor Bahru: Penerbit UTM Press. ISBN: 978-983-52-2083-8.
  3. Clera Peter John, Hasmida Mohd Nasir, Siti Hamidah Mohd Setapar, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Nanocosmeceuticals for Advance Vehicle of Active Constituent in Skin Care Formulations. In Siti Hamidah Mohd Setapar and Zarith Asyikin Abdul Aziz (Eds). The Regimen of Skin Care: Formulas and Technological Advances (pp. 47-60), Johor Bahru: Penerbit UTM Press. ISBN: 978-983-52-1897-2.

 

BOOKS

  1. Mohd Hayrie Mohd Hatta and Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (Eds) (2024). Nanomaterials for Biomedical Application. Johor Bahru: Penerbit UTM Press. (ISBN: 978-983-52-2083-8)

 

EDITOR (PROCEEDING/CONFERENCE)

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Nor Suriani Sani, Siti Nur Sakinah Ahmad, Nur Isarah Che Raimi. Programme and Abstract Book for 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering (ICBME 2024) in parallel with 5th Bionanotechnology Research Seminar and Conference (BIONANOSEM 2024).

 

INVITED/KEYNOTE/PLENARY SPEAKERS

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Research and Innovation on Sustainable Nanomaterials. Joint Symposium on Advanced Materials and Environmental Sustainability (Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD)), 2 Oct 2024, Online WEBEX. (Invited)
  2. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Qonitatulhaqui Muhamad, Mustapha Isah, Hendra Susanto (2024). Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Moringa oleifera Leaf Extract and Its Antifungal Activity. 7th International Conference on Life Sciences and Technology (ICoLiST), Universitas Negeri Malang, Ijen Suite Hotel, Malang, Indonesia, 18 Sep 2024 (Invited).
  3. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Maleka, Nurul Hajaratul Aswad Samat, Muhammad Hariz Asraf (2024). Antifungal Activity of Fabric Grafted with Persicaria odorata-Biosynthesized-Silver Nanoparticles. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024 (Invited).
  4. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Biological Synthesis of Antibacterial Metal Nanoparticles using Persicaria odorata (Kesum) Leaf Aqueous Extract. 6th International Seminar on Smart Molecules of Natural Resources (ISSMART) 2024, Organized by Research Centre SMONAGENES (Smart Molecules of Natural Genetic Resources) and AFOB (Asian Federation of Biotechnology), Universitas Brawijaya, 26-27 August 2024 (Keynote Speaker).

 

PROCEEDINGS

  1. Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Nor Suriani Sani (2024) Antibacterial Activity of Phyto-Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles Using Different Organs of Persicaria odorata. Proceedings of Science and Mathematics, 27: 17-21.
  2. Yamunathevi Mathivanan, Shafinaz Shahira, Zaharah Ibrahim, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024) Isolation and Screening of Nanocellulose Producing Bacteria from Pineapple Wastes. Proceedings of Science and Mathematics, 27: 79-85.
  3. Mustapha Isah, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Hendra Susanto, Muhammad Hariz Asraf and Juan Matmin (2024) Determination of Essential Factors Affecting Silver Nanoparticle Synthesis using Moringa oleifera BIO Web of Conferences 117, 01005.

 

CONFERENCES/SEMINAR

  1. Nur Aqilah Kamaludin, Nur Nabila Abd Aziz, Siti Salwa Alias, Juan Matmin, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Removal Pharmaceutical Wastewater Using Green Hydrothermal Synthesised Nanostructured Zinc Oxide Photocatalyst. International Conference on Multidisciplinary Sciences and Technological Developments (ICMUSTED 2024), Bayburt University, Turkiye, 13-15 December 2024.
  2. Nor Suriani Sani, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Ahmad Taufiq (2024). Studies on the Growth of Human Cells on Hydroxyapatite Incorporated Silica Aerogel. International Human-Centered Technology Conference 2024 (iHumEnTech 2024), Impiana Hotel, Johor, Malaysia, 28-29 Nov 2024.
  3. Khor Zhi Xin, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, To Soon Wei (2024). Antibacterial Activity of Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles using Clitoria ternatea against Cutibacterium acnes. 8th International Symposium on Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology 2024, (iSAMN2024), Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ION2), UPM, 8-9 Oct 2024.
  4. Nor Suriani Sani, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, and Ahmad Taufiq (2024). Incorporation of Persicaria odorata-Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles into Silica Aerogel Synthesized from Rice Husk Ash. 7th International Conference on Life Sciences and Technology (ICoLiST), Universitas Negeri Malang, Ijen Suite Hotel, Malang, Indonesia, 18 Sep 2024 (Invited Speaker: Nor Suriani Sani)
  5. Rosnani Hasham, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Zaitul Iffa Abdul Rashid, Nor Hazwani Ariffin, Siti Hasyimah Suhaimi, Norzita Ngadi (2024). Harnessing Herbal Medicine for Quality and Sustainability: Cradle to Grave. 7th International Conference on Life Sciences and Technology (ICoLiST), Universitas Negeri Malang, Ijen Suite Hotel, Malang, Indonesia, 18 Sep 2024 (Keynote Speaker: Rosnani Hasham)
  6. Hendra Susanto, Ahmad Taufiq, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Agustina Tri Endharti, Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Moh. Sholeh, Sa’diyatul Rizqie Amaliyah Firdaus (2024). Kelor (Moringa oleifera): a Green Pearl of Asia for Future Medical and Nanoengineering Application. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024 (Plenary: Hendra Susanto).
  7. Mohd Hayrie Mohd Hatta, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Muhammad Hariz Asraf Hassan, Pravein Kalithasan, Maneesha Parummal, Wong Sru Thi (2024). Green Synthesis of Silver, Silver Oxide and Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Applications. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024 (Invited Speaker: Mohd Hayrie).
  8. Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Aiko Zavira Permana, Debora Chris Kezi, Naura Luviezka Choirunnis, Sa’diyatul Rizqie Amaliyah Firdaus , Hendra Susanto, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Green synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles (AgNPs) using Moringa oleifera Target Potentials Oncological Pathways in HeLa Cervical Cancer Cell. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024.
  9. Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Antibacterial Activity of Phyto-Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles using Different Organs of Persicaria odorata. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024.
  10. Abdulrahman Sani Aliero, Nurliyana Ahmad Zawawi, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Mohd Firdaus Abd Wahab, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Iqbal Jalal (2024). Unveiling Bioactive Compounds Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles from Palm Oil Mill Effluent. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024.
  11. To Soon Wei, Mohd Helmi Sani, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Phytochemical Analyses and Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Bauhinia kockiana. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024.
  12. Mustapha Isah, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Hendra Susanto, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Iqbal Jalaludin, Abdurrahman Sani Aliero (2024). Phytochemical Analysis of Moringa oleifera and Its Application for Silver Nanoparticle Biosynthesis. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024.
  13. Sa’diyatul Rizqie Amaliyah Firdaus, Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Hendra Susanto, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Widodo (2024). Green Synthesized AgNPs using Leaf Aqueous Extract of Moringa oleifera Promotes Apoptosis by Targeting Cleaved Caspase-3 in MCF-7 Cells. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024.
  14. Sharel Raj, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Praseetha Prabhakaran, Mohd Hayrie Mohd Hatta, Rabiatul Basria S.M.N. Mydin, Sri Rahayu Lestari (2024). Synergistic Anticancer Effects of Silver Nanoparticles Synthesized using Zingiber officinale and Azadirachta indica. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024.
  15. Yamunathevi Mathivanan, Shafinaz Shahir, Zaharah Ibrahim, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Isolation and Screening of Nanocellulose Producing Bacteria from Pineapple Wastes. 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28-29 Aug 2024.
  16. Putri Zahra Azizah, Zuraidah Sulaiman, Nur Syamimi Jumiran, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024). Double-Tap to Engage: Analyzing the Impact of Message Interactivity, Content Consistency, and Content Type on Customer Engagement with Pharmaceutical Posts on Instagram. International Conference on Frontiers in Entrepreneurship, Management, Economic and Sustainability (ICON FEMES 2024), 3-4 July 2024.

 

MAGAZINE

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek and Muhammad Safwan Abd Aziz (2023). Role of Matching Grants in Collaborative Research. Special Edition. Newsletter FRESH (FS Research Hub) (E-ISSN: 2976-3436), page 28-29.

 

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTIES (IPR)

PATENT GRANTED

  1. Tan Tian Swee, Tan Jia Hou, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Sameen Ahmed Malik, Takahiro Emoto, Masatake Akutagawa (2018). A Method and Apparatus for Disinfecting a Medical Device. MY-201733-A. (PI2018703788). Granted in 2024.
  2. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Siti Nabihan Ishak (2020). A Nanocomposite Composition and Method of Preparing Thereof. MY-200801-A (PI2020007098). Granted in 2024.

 

PATENT FILED

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Mustapha Isah (2024). Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Moringa oleifera Leaf Aqueous Extract. PI2024007730.

 

COPYRIGHTS

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Nor Suriani Sani (2024). Incorporation of Persicaria Odorata-Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles into Silica Aerogel Synthesized from Rice Husk Ash. CRLY2024J07496.
  2. Rosnani Hasham, Mariani Abdul Hamid, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2024) Module Training and Workshop: Skin Delivery Approaches and Application.
  3. Shafinaz Shahir, Zaharah Ibrhaim, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Yamunathevi Mathivanan (2024). Green Synthesis of Amorphous Nanocellulose from Pineapple Wastes by Comamonas YSZ sp.
  4. Syafiqah Saidin, Dida Faadhilah Khrisna, Jaweria Ambreen, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Norhidayu Muhammad Zain, Nurizzati Mohd Daud, Faizuan Abdullah (2024). Chlorhexidine-Estradiol Incorporated Polycaprolactone Nanofibers for Tissue Regeneration. LY2024J04877.
  5. Copyright on “Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Microalgae Nannochloropsis sp.” (2024). MyIPO: LY2024J0453.
  6. Copyright on “Antibacterial Textile incorporated Biosynthesized Kesum-Silver Nanoparticles” (2024). MyIPO: LY2024J01539

 

 

PRODUCT EXHIBITION AND AWARD:

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Shafinaz Shahir, Zaharah Ibrahim, Yamunathevi Mathivanan. Product Title: COMAPINECELL: A Greener Nanocellulose Production. 26th Industrial Art and Technology Exhibition & Competition (INATEX) 2024, Persada Johor International Convention Centre, 2nd – 3rd October 2024.
  2. Rosnani Hasham @ Hisam, Jamarosliza Jamaluddin, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Zaitul Iffa Abd. Rasid, Nor Hazwani Mohd Ariffin, Nadia Adrus, Azizah Ishak. Product Title: New Formulation of Pineapple-Based Child-Friendly Toothpaste. 26th Industrial Art and Technology Exhibition (INATEX) 2024, UTM, Johor, 2-3 October 2024.
  3. Dr. Mohd Aliff Afira Bin Sani (UniKL, Project Leader), Ts. Dr. Mohd Ismail Yusof (UniKL), Ts. Dr. Nor Samsiah Sani (UKM), Ahmad Adlan Bin Anuar (UniKL), and Assoc. Prof. Ts. Chm. Dr. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (UTM). Agri Drone – Deep Learning Models for Crop Leaf Disease Detection on Real-Time Drone Monitoring. 6th Digitalised International Invention, Innovation and Design (DIIID) 2024, UiTM, 27 Jul 2024 (Best of The Best: Professional (Science Technology), Merit of Distinction and Gold Medal).

 

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION:

  1. Best Paper Award in International Human-Centered Technology Conference (iHumEnTech 2024) (28-29 Nov 2024) for the title “Studies on the Growth of Human Cells on Hydroxyapatite Incorporated Silica Aerogel”.
  2. Anugerah Keterlibatan Penyelidikan (Research Involvement Award) 2023 by Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in Research Month 2023, for Sijil Penghargaan Kategori Harta Intelek (Certificate of Appreciation, Intellectual Property Category) by Faculty of Science, UTM.
  3. Anugerah Staf Prestasi Cemerlang (Excellent Staff Performance Award) 2023 by Ibnu Sina Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research (ISI-SIR) in Majlis Apresiasi Kecemerlangan Staf ISI-SIR 2024, 9 May 2024.

 

SPEAKER

  1. Speaker for “Sharing Session with Young Scientists Network (YSN) and Top Research Scientists Malaysia (TRSM) Award Recipients”, Organized by Faculty of Mechanical Engineering (FKM) and Faculty of Science (FS), UTM, 01 Oct 2024.
  2. Speaker for “Scientific and Technical Writing (Academic Writing) Workshop”, Organized by UTM Talent Transformation Centre, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 22 Apr 2024.