My Achievement in 2025

by | Jan 5, 2026 | as a Researcher/Chemist/Scientist

H-Index (Web of Science): 24

H-Index (Scopus): 25

H-Index (Google Scholar): 27

 

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP:

  1. Professional Membership, Institute of Materials, Malaysia (IMM), Membership No: M-2025-0941 (Since 2025).

 

ACTIVE RESEARCH GRANT (PROJECT LEADER)

 

CONSULTATION PROJECT

  1. Consultation Project. Development and Nano-Quality Specification Compliance of Persicaria odorata-Silver Nanoparticles (PO-AgNP) for Commercialization. Given by HyaNovaX Sdn Bhd. 02/12/2025 – 01/12/2026. Vot 2819.

 

NATIONAL GRANT

  1. Strategic Request for Proposal Malaysia-China (SRF-RFP) Grant from the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI). 4D Printing of Living Materials for Constructing Nerve-Like Tissues. 15/11/2025-14/11/2027. RM 1,013,600. Vot No: 4S152.

 

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

 

RESEARCH GRANT (MEMBERS)

COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT

  1. Malaysia National Commission of UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). E-Waste: Small Devices, Big Impact 2.0. 01/06/2025 – 30/12/2025. RM 22049.24. 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.

 

INCOME GENERATION

  1. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Co-Chairman, International level, RM94,044.99
  2. ASEAN Quantum Summit, Deputy Chairman, International level, RM39,326.11
  3. E-Waste Revolve 2025: Education and Action for Sustainable Electronic Waste Management, Member, International level, RM2,250.00

 

MAIN SUPERVISION

 

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. (Cosupervisor: Dr Juan Matmin, Dr Naharullah Jamaluddin, Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, External Cosupervisor: Professor Dr. Mohd Rozi Ahmad, Faculty of Applied Sciences, UiTM Shah Alam)
  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. 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)
  4. 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)
  5. Mustapha Isah (2022-2025). Herbs-Silver-Kaolinite Nanocomposite as Antimicrobial Agent. PhD (Biosciences), Faculty of Science, UTM. (Co-Supervisor: Dr Hendra Susanto, Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia). – Graduated
  6. Siti Nabihan Ishak (2018-2025). 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). – Graduated

 

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.

 

Post-Graduate Students – Master (Mixed Mode)

  1. Wasifah Idris Hussainy Syed (2023-2025). Antibacterial activity of biosynthesized silver nanoparticles using plant extract against Cutibacterium acnes. MSc (Biotechnology) (Mixed Mode, FS, UTM). – Completed

 

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). Incorporation of Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles on Chitosan/PVA Hybrid Composite as an Antibacterial Agent. 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).

 

CO-SUPERVISION

Post-Graduate Students – PhD

  1. Mohd Amirul Mukminin Latrin (2025-DATE). Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticle–Senna alata Incorporated Cellulose Acetate Membrane for Biofouling Mitigation and Phosphate Removal. PhD (Chemistry), Faculty of Science, UTM. (Main Supervisor: ChM Dr Mohd Akmali Mokhter)
  2. 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).
  3. 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).
  4. 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)
  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. 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).
  7. 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).
  8. Abdulrahman Sani Aliero (2022-2025). Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME). PhD (Biosciences), Faculty of Science, UTM. (Main Supervisor: Dr Nurliyana Ahmad Zawawi).- Graduated
  9. Yamunathevi Mathivanan (2022-2025). Characterization of Bacterial Nanocellulose and Its Modification for Copper Ion Removal. PhD (Bioscience), Faculty of Science. (Main Supervisor: Assoc Prof Dr Shafinaz Shahir) – Graduated

 

Post-Graduate Students – Master

  1. Nur Aisyah Alfian (2025-DATE). Synthesis and Antimicrobial Activity of Trigona Honey-Palm Olein Nanoemulsion Against Drug Resistant Pathogen. MPhil (Master of Philosophy), Faculty of Electrical Engineering, UTM. (Main Supervisor: Dr Norjihadah Izzah Ismail)
  2. Nur Fatin Farhanah Zapri (2025-DATE). Effects of Moringa Oleifera on Food Reward and Plasma Ghrelin in Obese-Induced Rats. MSc (Bioscience), Faculty of Science, UTM (Main Supervisor: Dr Farah Hanis Juhari)
  3. Dida Faadihilah Khrisna (2024-DATE). Antibacterial Chlorhexidine/Estradiol Incorporated Polycaprolactone Electrospun Membrane for Bone Regeneration. MPhil (Master of Philosophy), Faculty of Electrical Engineering, UTM. (Main Supervisor: Assoc Prof Dr Syafiqah Saidin)
  4. Balqis Mohd Mazlan (2023-DATE). Effect of Various Dietary Intakes to Stereotypic Behaviour, Ghrelin, Leptin and Telemore Length Expression on Rats. MSc (Bioscience), Faculty of Science, UTM (Main Supervisor: Dr Farah Hanis Juhari)

 

PUBLICATION (INDEXED AND NON-INDEXED)

JOURNALS (Indexed)

  1. Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Raisha Anis Fatiha, Christian Kencana Ngabdi, Jihan Salwa Azizah, Bayu Lestari, Soon Wei To, & Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek. (2026). Modulation of Apoptotic Pathways and Epithelial–Mesenchymal Transition in HeLa Cervical Cancer Cells by Ficus deltoidea-Silver Nanoparticles (FD-AgNPs). Phytomedicine Plus, 6, 100923. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.phyplu.2026.100923
  2. Christian K. Ngabdi, Raisha A. Fatiha, Jihan S. Azizah, Bayu Lestari, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Yanuar Rachmad Fauzi, Shingo Nakahata, Muhammad Anshory, Holipah Holipah, Ayunda Dwi J. Putri, & Happy K. Permatasari (2025). Potential of Green-Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles from Herbal Plants as Anticancer Therapy: A Systematic Review of Anticancer Effectiveness. Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research, 9(9), 4101–4110. https://doi.org/10.26538/tjnpr/v9i9.4
  3. Nurul Putri Wulandari, Andy Choerullah, Arif Nur Afandi, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Nandang Mufti, & Sunaryono Sunaryono (2025). Influence of ZnO Composition on the Physical Properties of Mn₀.₇₅Fe₂.₂₅O₄/ZnO/PVP/PABS Nanocomposites and Their Application as Photodetector Materials. ECS Journal of Solid State Science and Technology, 14(10), 104001. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1149/2162-8777/ae08e5
  4. Mustapha Isah, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Hendra Susanto, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, and Abdurrahman Sani Aliero (2025). Immobilization of Silver Nanoparticles on Solid Materials and their Applications: A Review, International Journal of Nanoelectronics and Materials, 18 (4), 496–506.
  5. Dan Yang, Gongwei Tian, Jianhui Chen, Yan Liu, Esha Fatima, Jichuan Qiu, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, & Dianpeng Qi (2025). Neural Electrodes for Brain-Computer Interface System: From Rigid to Soft. BMEMat, 3(3), e12130. https://doi.org/10.1002/bmm2.12130
  6. Xiangzhou Zhang, Yeqi Liu, Xiaojia Wang, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Wan Hairul Anuar Kamaruddin, Liang-Jin Xu, Yaxing Wang, Zhaolai Chen, & Yuhai Zhang. (2025). Lead-Free Transparent Nanocomposite for Efficient Clinical X-Ray Shielding. BMEMat, 3(3), e70008. https://doi.org/10.1002/bmm2.70008
  7. Abdulrahman Sani Aliero, Nurliyana Ahmad Zawawi, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Mohd Helmi Sani, & Muhammad Hizbullah Usman. (2025). Biogenic Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Palm Oil Mill Effluent and Its Antioxidant Potential. Waste And Biomass Valorization, 16, 3535–3542. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12649-024-02872-y
  8. Abdulrahman Sani Aliero, Nurliyana Ahmad Zawawi, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Mohd Helmi Sani, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Soon Wei To, Muhammad Hizbullah Usman, & Abdurashid Haruna. (2025). Biocompatible Antibacterial and Antibiofilm Activities of Silver Nanoparticles Synthesized using Palm Oil Mill Effluent. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, 15, 18297–18310. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-024-06405-4
  9. Naura Luviezka Choirunnisa, Debora Chris Kezia, Aiko Zavira Permana, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Fahrul Nurkolis & Happy Kurnia Permatasari (2025) Modulation of pAKT and NF-κB Pathways by Moringa oleifera Silver Nanoparticles: Inducing Apoptosis in Cervical Cancer Cells, CyTA – Journal of Food, 23:1, 2543878, https://doi.org/10.1080/19476337.2025.2543878
  10. Marsya Aulia Rizkita, Agung Winarno, Hadi Suwono, & Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek. (2025). Integrating Cultural Adaptation in Digital Marketing Strategies: Enhancing Competitiveness and Sustainability in MSMEs of Java, Indonesia. Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity, 11(2025), 100609. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joitmc.2025.100609
  11. Sri Rahayu Lestari, Abdul Gofur, Yunita Rakhmawati, Suharti, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Dewi Sekar Miasih, Alif Rosyidah El Baroroh, & Yuslinda Annisa. (2025). Effect of Organic Solvents in the Preparation of Single Aged Garlic Transfersomes and Their Phytochemical Activities. Molekul, 20(2), 291–300. https://doi.org/10.20884/1.jm.2025.20.2.13310
  12. Erti Hamimi, Ibrohim Ibrohim, Irma Kartika Kusumaningrum, Wira Eka Putra, Ahmad Kamal Sudrajat, Wachidah Hayuana, Maisuna Kundariati, Maya Umi Hajar, and Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek. (2025). Developing Hi Nano Mobile Apps as Integrated Education Instrument on Nanotechnology and Cancer Treatment Learning. International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation, 19(3), 279–298. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJMLO.2025.147176
  13. Abdulrahman Sani Aliero, Nurliyana Ahmad Zawawi, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Bashir Jelani Usman, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Juan Matmin, and Mustapha Isah. (2025). Harnessing Palm Oil Mill Effluent for the Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles: Optimization via Response Surface Methodology and Assessment of Antibacterial Activity. Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, 35:3580–3596. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10904-024-03478-6
  14. Aiko Zavira Permana, Naura Luviezka Choirunnisa, Debora Chris Kezia, Edwin Widodo, Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Hikmawan Wahyu Sulistomo, Eviana Norahmawati, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Agustina Tri Endharti, and Sofy Permana. (2025). In silico Prediction of MMP-2 Pathway Related to Anticancer Effects of Sterculia foetida L. Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmacognosy Research, 13(s1): S47–S57. https://jppres.com/jppres/pdf/vol13/jppres24.2110_13.s1.47.pdf
  15. Silvi Zakiyatul Ilmiyah, Sofy Permana, Edwin Widodo, Eviana Norahmawati, Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Yoshiyuki Kawamoto, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, and Agustina Tri Endharti. (2025). Exploring Anti-Cancer Potential of Anredera cordifolia (Ten.) Steenis Leaf Compounds Against MMP-2 Receptor in Breast Cancer: An In Silico Approach. Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmacognosy Research, 13(s1): S67–S82. https://jppres.com/jppres/pdf/vol13/jppres24.2129_13.s1.s67.pdf
  16. Dida Faadhilah Khrisna, Jaweria Ambreen, Tan Yu Wei, Nurul Aina Haziqah Riduan, Nurizzati Mohd Daud, Norhidayu Muhamad Zain, Faizuan Abdullah, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Mokhamad Fakhrul Ulum, and Syafiqah Saidin. (2025). Immobilization of Antibacterial Chlorhexidine on Biodegradable Polycaprolactone/Estradiol Electrospun Nanofibrous Membrane for Bone Regeneration. Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B: Applied Biomaterials, 113(4): e35575. https://doi.org/10.1002/jbm.b.35575
  17. Bingqi Shi, Shan Lu, Hongru Yang, Shahid Mahmood, Chunhui Sun, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Wan Hairul Anuar Kamaruddin, Syafiqah Saidin, and Congcong Zhang. (2025). One-Dimensional Nanomaterials for Nerve Tissue Engineering to Repair Spinal Cord Injury. BME Materials, 3(1): e12111. https://doi.org/10.1002/bmm2.12111
  18. Mustapha Isah, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Hendra Susanto, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, and Abdurrahman Sani Aliero. (2025). Preparation, Characterization, and Antibacterial Activity of Moringa oleifera-Silver Nanoparticles-Kaolinite Nanocomposite. Applied Clay Science, 269: 107761. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clay.2025.107761
  19. Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Sa’diyatul Rizqie Amaliyah Firdaus, Hendra Susanto, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Widodo, Holipah, and Hikmawan Wahyu Sulistomo. (2025). Green Synthesized Moringa oleifera Leaf Powder – Silver Nanoparticles (MOLP-AgNPs) Promotes Apoptosis by Targeting Caspase-3 and Phosphorylated-AKT Signaling in MCF-7 Cells. Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 19: 101640. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jafr.2024.101640
  20. Hendra Susanto, Moch Sholeh, Agustina Tri Endharti, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Sa’diyatul Rizqie Amaliyah Firdaus, Adeodatus Yuda Handaya, and Ahmad Taufiq. (2025). Increased Anti-Proliferation Performance of Nanochitosan-Moringa Seeds Extract and Co-Treatment with Doxorubicin in Liver Cancer Cells. Hayati Journal of Biosciences, 32(2): 414–425. https://journal.ipb.ac.id/index.php/hayati/article/view/58913
  21. Silvi Zakiyatul Ilmiyah, Ages Mamamia, Sofy Permana, Edwin Widodo, Eviana Norahmawati, Sharida Fakurazi, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, and Agustina Tri Endharti. (2025). Recent Advances and Mechanism of Action of Anredera cordifolia (Ten.) Steenis as Anticancer Approach: A Systematic Review. Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmacognosy Research, 13(2): 369–380. https://jppres.com/jppres/pdf/vol13/jppres24.2044_13.2.369.pdf
  22. Editya Fukata, Aulanni’am, Mohammad S. Rohman, Sharida Fakurazi, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Yoshiyuki Kawamoto, and Agustina Tri Endharti. (2025). In Silico Prediction of Cinnamaldehyde on the PI3K/AKT Pathway Activator of Anti-Apoptotic Potential. Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmacognosy Research, 13(2): 565–577. https://jppres.com/jppres/pdf/vol13/jppres24.2045_13.2.565.pdf
  23. Agustina Tri Endharti, Lia Dia Farida, Icha N. Izza Afida, Edwin Widodo, Eviana Norahmawati, Sharida Fakurazi, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Yoshiyuki Kawamoto, and Sofy Permana. (2025). Therapeutic Perspectives of Anticancer Properties of Evodia suaveolens Scheff. Leaves: A Systematic Review. Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmacognosy Research, 13: 324–340. https://jppres.com/jppres/pdf/vol13/jppres24.2041_13.1.324.pdf
  24. Abdulrahman Sani Aliero, Siti Halimah Hasmoni, Abdurrashid Haruna, Mustapha Isah, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, and Nurliyana Ahmad Zawawi. (2025). Bibliometric Exploration of Green Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Activity. Emerging Contaminants, 11(1), 100411. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.emcon.2024.100411
  25. Hizbullahi M. Usman, Mohd Farizal Kamaroddin, Mohd Helmi Sani, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, and Armstrong Ighodalo Omoregie. (2025). Enhanced Microalgae Harvesting Efficiency Using Aspergillus pseudonomiae Mycelium Modified with Calcium Oxide Nanoparticles. Separation and Purification Technology, 354, 128781. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seppur.2024.128781

 

BOOK CHAPTER (INDEXED)

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Nor Suriani Sani, and Ahmad Taufiq (2025). Cell Adhesion and Proliferation of Silica Nanocomposite (Chapter 7). In Naznin Sultana, Sanchita Bandyopadhyay-Ghosh, and Chin Fhong Soon (eds). Biomedical Materials and Biofabrication for Regenerative Medicine (pp. 166-180). Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group. ISBN 9781032594231.

 

JOURNALS (NON-INDEXED)

  1. Suhailah Hayaza, Hanifa I. Arifiandini, Nik A.N.N. Malek, Raden J.K. Susilo, & Elma S. Sajidah (2025). Biosynthesis of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles Using Okra Pods Extract and Its Anticancer Activity on WiDr Colon Cancer Cells. Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research, 9(6): 2513–2518.
  2. Siti Nur Umairah Shikh Mohd Fauzi, Khairul Rijal Razali, Siti Salwa Alias, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Taufiq Khairi Ahmad Khairuddin, Susilawati Toemen, Habib Ullah, and Juan Matmin (2025). Polynomial-Optimized Calcination of TiO₂-Based Photoanodes for Enhanced Photocurrent in Solar Hydrogen Production: Integrating Data Science with Functional Design. Journal of Materials in Life Sciences, 4(1): 19–28.
  3. Imran Qashfi Ismail, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, and Juan Matmin (2025). Eco-Friendly Fabrication of Persicaria odorata-Silver Nanoparticles-Kaolinite Composite and Its Efficacy as Antibacterial Agent. Journal of Materials in Life Sciences, 4(1): 69–78.
  4. Mustapha Salisu Muhammad, Mohd Hafiz Dzarfan Othman, Mohd Hafiz Puteh, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Abdul Razis Saidin, Abdulhalim bin Mohd Yusof, Roziana Kamaludin, Siti Maryam, Ojo Samuel, Liew C.M., Parvin A.P., and Nurul Huda (2025). Bacterial Strain Identification from Drinking Water in Water Treatment Systems. Engineering Innovations, 13: 83-96.
  5. Balqis Mohd Mazlan, Farah Hanis, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Mohd Aizuddin Mohd Lazaldin, and Maheza Irna Mohamad Salim (2025). Eating Disorder Biomarkers: Macronutrient Regulation of Ghrelin and Leptin. Journal of Human Centered Technology, 4(1): 68-77.

 

INDEXED PROCEEDINGS

  1. Nor Suriani Sani, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, and Ahmad Taufiq (2025). Studies on the Growth of Human Cells on Hydroxyapatite Incorporated Silica Aerogel. IFMBE Proceedings, 128, 330. (Scopus)
  2. Zuhaili Idham, Noor Azwani Mohd Rasid, Nurhakim Shahid Mohd Shah, Noor Sabariah Mahat, Nor Farahiyah Aman Nor, Nicky Rahmana Putra, and Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2025). Encapsulation of Roselle Anthocyanins in Liposomes using Lyophilization Monophase Solution. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 3003, 012009.
  3. Hendra Susanto, Inriana Candra Melani, Diajeng Ravika Adil Bangun Negara, Wafiq Azizah Nurfadila, Khulud Rizqi Azizah, Hasnawati Zahira, and Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2025). Moringa oleifera Seed Oil (MOSEIL) Reduce CTGF (Connective Tissue Growth Factor) Gene Expression in Mice (Mus musculus) Liver Fibrosis Models. BIO Web of Conferences, 183, 01008. (Scopus)
  4. Hendra Susanto, Diajeng Ravika Adil Bangun Negara, Inriana Candra Melani, Wafiq Azizah Nurfadila, Khulud Rizqi Azizah, Hasnawati Zahira, and Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2025). Effect of Moringa oleifera Seed Oil on IL-1β and IL-18 Gene Expression in Mice (Mus musculus) Liver Fibrosis Model. BIO Web of Conferences, 183, 01001. (Scopus)

 

PUBLICATION (OTHERS)

RESEARCH BOOK

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Nor Suriani Sani, Norfarah Syuhadah Mohd Noor, Cheng Min Min, Lai Chong Pau (2025). Innovation of Zeolite in Fertilizer Agriculture. Penerbit UTM Press. Johor. ISBN 978-983-52-2149-1.

 

BOOK CHAPTER

  1. Nur Kamilah Mohd Nordin, Azman Abd Samad, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, and Wan Rosmiza Zana Wan Dagang (2025). Enhancing the Antidiabetic Properties of Cat’s Whiskers. In Azman Abd Samad and Raihana Ridzuan (Eds.), Plant Tissue Culture Applications for Valuable Crops (pp. 83–98). Johor Bahru: Penerbit UTM Press. ISBN: 978-983-52-2104-0.

 

EDITOR (PROCEEDING/CONFERENCE)

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Muhammad Safwan Abd Aziz, Muhammad Helmi Nadri, Abellyna Abraham, Nuratiqah Ismail (2025). Programme and Abstract Book for the 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025). Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025.

 

INVITED/KEYNOTE/PLENARY SPEAKERS

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2025). Microscopic Evaluation of Bacterial Morphology Post-Treatment with Silver Nanocomposites. 33rd Scientific Conference of the Microscopy Society Malaysia (SCMSM 2025), Opero Hotel, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 25–26 November 2025 (Keynote).
  2. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Kok Shi En, To Soon Wei, Mohd Helmi Sani (2025). Incorporation of Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles on Chitosan/Polyvinyl Alcohol (CS/PVA) Hybrid Composite as Antibacterial Agent. 9th International Symposium on Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology (iSAMN 2025), Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Malaysia, 29–30 Oct 2025 (Invited).
  3. Soon Wei To, Mohd Helmi Sani, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Hendra Susanto, Agustina Tri Endharti, Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Taining Zhang (2025). Biogenic Silver Nanoparticles using Bauhinia kockiana: RSM Optimization and Multifunctional Biomedical Activities. 8th International Conference on Life Sciences and Technology (ICoLiST), Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, Indonesia, 8-9 Oct 2025 (Invited).
  4. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Kwek Shu Zhen, To Soon Wei, Zhang Taining, Muhammad Hariz Asraf (2025). Antibacterial Activity of Biosynthesized Bauhinia kockiana-Silver Nanoparticles Incorporating Zeolite Y. 7th International Conference on Bioscience and Medical Engineering (ICBME 2025), in parallel with the 2nd Brawijaya International Conference on Pharmacy (BICP 2025), Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Brawijaya, Malang, Indonesia, 26–28 May 2025 (Invited).
  5. Wasifah Idris Hussainy Syed, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, To Soon Wei, Sri Rahayu Lestari, Muhammad Hariz Asraf (2025). Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Single-Clove Garlic Extract and its Antibacterial Efficacy against Selected Bacteria. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025 (Invited)

 

CONFERENCES/SEMINAR

  1. Yamunathevi Mathivanan, Shafinaz Shahir, Zaharah Ibrahim, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2025). Effect of Carbon and Nitrogen Sources and Its Concentration on Bionanocellulose Production. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025.
  2. Kinar Safira Dyah Paramita, I Gusti Ngurah Agung Wiwekananda, Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Bayu Lestari, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, To Soon Wei (2025). Characterization and Anticancer Ability of Green Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles Using Bauhinia kockiana Extract in HeLa Cancer Cells. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025.
  3. I Gusti Ngurah Agung Wiwekananda, Kinar Safira Dyah Paramita, Happy Kurnia Permatasari, Agustina Tri Endharti, To Soon Wei, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2025). Green Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles Using Bauhinia kockiana Extract Inhibit HeLa Cancer Cells Proliferation and Migratory Ability. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025.
  4. To Soon Wei, Mohd Helmi Sani, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2025). Optimization of Phytomediated Silver Nanoparticles Using Bauhinia kockiana and Their Antioxidant Potential. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025.
  5. Nur Hazwani Izazi Zia Ahmad Kusairee, Nazrin Abd Aziz, Raihana Ridzuan, Yasmin Mohd Yusuf, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2025). Molecular Characterization and Sequence Analysis of the Lsi2 Gene in Capsicum annuum. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025.
  6. Sharel Raj, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Praseetha Prabhakaran, Mohd Hayrie Mohd Hatta, Rabiatul Basria S.M.N. Mydin, Hendra Susanto (2025). Synergistic Antibacterial Activity of Biogenic Silver Nanoparticles using Zingiber officinale and Azadirachta indica. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025.
  7. Mustapha Isah, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Hendra Susanto, Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Abdurrahman Sani Aliero (2025). Kaolinite Modified Silver Nanocomposite as Antibacterial and Cellular Proliferative Agent. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025.
  8. Yanuardi Raharjo, Miratul Khasanah, Tokok Adiarto, Fara Salsabila, Moh. Asroriy Nuris, Muhammad Nidzhom Zainol Abidin, Juhana Jaafar, Mohd. Hafiz Dzarfan Othman, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek (2025). Selective and Biocompatible Adsorbent Applied for Indoxyl Sulphate Uremic Toxins Removal into Hemoperfusion System. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025.
  9. Juan Matmin, Khairul Rijal Razali, Siti Salwa Alias, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Nur Fatiha Ghazalli (2025). Mechanistic Insights into the Antibacterial and Sensing Capabilities of Starch-Stabilized Silver Nanoparticle Films. 10th International Conference and Workshop on Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), Le Grandeur Palm Resort, Johor, Malaysia, 6–7 May 2025.

 

MAGAZINE

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek and Nor Suriani (2025). Hydroxyapatite-Silica Aerogel Nanocomposite: Green Biomaterials for Future Tissue Regeneration. Bulletin MRUN (Malaysian Research University Network), 2nd Page 173-176.
  2. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek and Muhammad Hariz Asraf Hassan (2025). From Lab to Market: Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles Contain Both Natural Goodness and Antibacterial Properties. Apr 2025, Issue 01/2025. Newsletter FRESH (FS Research Hub) (E-ISSN: 2976-3436), page 11-13.

 

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTIES (IPR)

PATENT FILED

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Mustapha Isah, Muhammad Hariz Asraf Bin Hassan (2025). A Method for Synthesizing a Moringa Oleifera-Silver Nanoparticles-Kaolinite Nanocomposite (Mo-Ag-Kao).

 

UTILITY INNOVATION

  1. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Abdull Rahim Hj Mohd Yusoff, Tan Yong Chee, Khairunadwa Jemon, Nor Hasrul Akhmal Ngadiman, Faizuan Abdullah. (2025). A Method of Fabricating Skin Regeneration Scaffolds. UI2021006848.

 

COPYRIGHTS

  1. Juan Matmin, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Siti Salwa Alias (2025). Mathematical Optimization Method for the Controlled Synthesis of Colloidal Silver Nanoparticles (AgNPs). LY2025J11279
  2. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Wasifah Idris Hussainy Syed (2025). Green Synthesis of Antibacterial Silver Nanoparticles Using Single-Clove Garlic Extract. LY2025J10727.
  3. Farah Hanis Juhari, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Mohd Aizuddin Mohd Lazaldin, Nur Fatin Farhanah Zapri (2025). Three-Compartment Conditioned Place Preference for Rats. LY2025J10726.
  4. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Sharel Raj Jonson Raju, Praseetha Prabhakaran (2025). Green-Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles from Zingiber officinale and Azadirachta indica for Synergistic Breast Cancer Treatment.

 

PRODUCT EXHIBITION AND AWARD:

  1. Mariani Abdul Hamid, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Harisun Ya’akob, Wan Rosli Wan Sulaiman. Product Title: Development of Mangosteen–Silver Nanoparticles Stripe in Sanitary Pad to Enhance Hygiene Protection. 27th Industrial Art and Technology Exhibition & Competition (INATEX 2025), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) & INATEX, 7–8 October 2025, Persada Johor International Convention Centre. (Silver Award)
  2. Muhammad Hariz Asraf, Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Imran Qashfi Ismail. Product Title: Colloidal Persicaria odorata–Silver Nanoparticles as Antibacterial Spray and Cream. Hari Penyelidikan & Inovasi (HAPI) 2025, FST UKM, 21st May 2025. (Silver Award)

 

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION:

  1. Best Edited Book Award (Science and Technology Category), 16th MAPIM–MOHE Awards 2024, conferred by the Majlis Penerbitan Ilmiah Malaysia (MAPIM) and the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), for the book Nanomaterials for Biomedical Application (UTM Press), 9 December 2025.
  2. Anugerah Penulis dalam Jurnal Berindeks (Centre of Excellence – ISI-SIR) 2024 in Citra Karisma UTM 2025, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 18 August 2025.
  3. Anugerah Buku Karya Suntingan (Kategori Sains dan Teknologi) for Nanomaterials for Biomedical Application 2024 in Citra Karisma UTM 2025, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 18 August 2025.
  4. The project titled “E-waste: Knowledge-transfer Via AI, Design Thinking Process, and Project-Based Learning” led by Dr. Siti Salwa binti Alias, with team members Prof. Madya Dr. Abd. Khamim bin Ismail, Ts. ChM. Prof. Madya Dr. Nik Ahmad Nizam bin Nik Malek, Ts. ChM. Dr. Faizuan bin Abdullah, Dr. Nur`Ain Balqis binti Haladin, Dr. Aiman bin Mohd Rashid, Dr. Muhammad Firdaus bin Omar, Dr. Ahmad Qushairi bin Mohamad, Dr. Maisarah binti Duralim, Dr. Nor Ain binti Husein, and Dr. Juan Bin Matmin, has been officially recognized under Fasa 1/2025 of the AIMS4STAR Programme by the Centre for Community and Industry Network (CCIN), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.

OTHER APPOINTMENT AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SPEAKER

  1. Speaker for “Bengkel Hakcipta Modul Analisis Data Berstatistik dan Kecerdasan Buatan”, Organized by Statistical Modeling and Climate Analytics (SMoCA), Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), 03 Dec 2025.
  2. Speaker for “Science Seminar Series”, with the title of Understanding Nanomaterials, Organized by the Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), 01 Dec 2025.
  3. Speaker for “Workshop on Securing International Research Funding: Empowering Researchers for Global Grants”, organized by Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), 23 April 2025.
  4. Speaker for “Sesi Perkongsian dan Perbincangan Permohonan Top Research Scientist Malaysia (TRSM) bersama Focus Group FKM”, organized by Faculty of Mechanical Engineering (FKM), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), 18 March 2025.
  5. Speaker for “E-Waste Revolve 2025: Education and Action for Sustainable Electronic Waste Management”, organized by Universitas PGRI Yogyakarta and Centre for Sustainable Nanomaterials (CSNano), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), 17–21 February 2025.
  6. Speaker for “Tips and Tricks for Prototype Development Fund (PDF) Proposal”, organized under UTMFSResearch Program by the Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), 13 February 2025.
  7. Speaker for “UTMFS Research Tutorial: Technology Readiness Level”, organized by Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), 12 February 2025.
  8. Speaker for “UTMFS Research Tutorial: Filling Out IPR in INNOCOMMS Made Easy”, organized by Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), 22 January 2025.

 

INTERNATIONAL LEVEL

  1. Co-Chairman, 10th International Conference and Workshop of Basic and Applied Sciences (ICOWOBAS 2025), organized by Faculty of Science, UTM, Le Grandeur Plam resort, Johor, 6-7 May 2025.
  2. Deputy Program Director 1, ASEAN Quantum Summit 2025, organized by Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Dewan Sultan Iskandar, UTM, 10-12 Dec 2025.

 

 

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