RESEARCH GRANT (CORESEARCHER)

 

INTERNATIONAL GRANT

  1. SATU Joint Research, Indonesia. Biosynthesis of Biocompatible Antibacterial Nanoparticles using Plant Extract. 12/06/2023 – 07/06/2024. RM 19,000.00 (IDR 70,000,000). Project Leader: Dr. Suhailah, M.Si., Study Program of Nanotechnology Engineering, Department of Engineering, Faculty of Advanced Technology and Multidiscipline of Universitas Airlangga, Indonesia.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Nippon Sheet Glass (NSG), Japan. Effect of Silver Nanoparticles on Luminescence and Photothermal Properties of Tin Di/sulfide (SnS2-x) Nanosheet Films for Near-Infrared Imaging Application. 01/01/2023 – 31/12/2023 (RM 14918.40). Vot No: 4B830. Project Leader: Dr Juan Matmin, Chemistry Dept., Faculty of Science, UTM.
  5. Kurita Water and Environment Foundation (KWEF), Japan. Simultaneous Recovery of Precious Rare Earth Ions from Acidic Solutions via Chitosan Crosslinked Silica Hybrid Adsorbent. 01/10/2022 – 30/09/2023. RM 12,606.26 (400,000 Yen). Vot No: 4B789. Project Leader: ChM Dr Zul Adlan Mohd Hir, UiTM Pahang.
  6. Kurita Water and Environment Foundation (KWEF), Japan. Basil/ZnO/Ag Nanocomposite as Green Adsorbent-Photocatalyst for Amlodipine-Based Pharmaceutical Waste in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. 01/10/2022 – 30/09/2023. RM 12,606.26 (400,000 Yen). Vot No: 4B789. Project Leader: Dr Siti Salwa Alias. Physic Dept., Faculty of Science, UTM.
  7. UM (Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia) PNBP Research Grant 2020. The Exploration of Green Material Moringa oleifera and Drugs Discovery for Liver Fibrosis and Hepatocellular Carcinoma Development. Jan-Dec 2020. Project Leader: Assist. Professor Dr Hendra Susanto, FMIPA, UM. IDR. 78 million.
  8. UM (Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia) PNBP Research Grant 2020. Fabrication and Characterization of Hybrid catalyst based Fe3O4 Nanoparticles and Potential Application as Adsorbent for Textile Dye Material. Jan-Dec 2020. Project Leader: Dr Sunaryono, IDR. 74 million.

 

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.
  3. Contract Research (DTD) from Platinum Coatings (M) Sdn Bhd. Electrosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles (AgNPs) for Large Scale Productions of Fine Colloidal Solutions. 02/05/2021 – 30/04/2022. RM 95,130.00. Vot No: 4C481 Project Leader: Dr Juan Matmin.

 

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.
  2. Centre for Community and Industrial Network (CCIN)-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.
  3. 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.
  7. External Grant from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM). Improvement of Bioactivity and Mechanical Properties of Zirconium Mesoporous Borosilicate Bioactive Glass/PCL/PLA Scaffolds. 01/04/2021 – 31/03/2022. RM 40,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Ezza Syuhada. Vot No. 4B674.
  8. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Investigating Freshwater Harmful Algal Bloom (FHAB) Control Mechanism using Fungal Bioflocculation Mixed with Plant Derivatives. 01/11/2020 – 31/10/2023. RM 99,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Mohd Farizal Ahmad Kamaroddin. Vot No: 5F367.
  9. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Synthesis of Hydrophilic polymer/Hydrophobic polymer Nanofiber Blended with Antimicrobial Agents through Emulsion Electrospinning for Potential Skin Scaffolding and Wound Dressing Application. 01/01/2019–31/12/2020. RM 88,200.00. Project Leader: Prof Dr Abdull Rahim Mohd Yusoff, Dept. of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, UTM Vot. No: 5F115.
  10. HICOE (Hi-Centre of Excellence) Research Grant. Assessing Drinking Water Quality: Do Commercial Water Vending Machines meet the Standard to Provide Clean Water during Emergency? 01/01/2016 – 31/12/2018. RM 50,000. Project Leader: Mr Mohamad Abdul Razis Saidin. AMTEC. Vot No: 4J198
  11. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Synthesis and Antibacterial Study of Light Activated Star Shaped Polymeric Photosensitizers for Antimicrobial Coating. 02/11/2015–01/11/2017. RM 98,200.00. Project Leader: Dr Mohd Bakri Bakar, Dept. of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, UTM Vot. No: 4F724.
  12. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Governing Equation for Spiral Flow Inducing Cannula. 01/07/2014–30/06/2016. RM 87,200. Project Leader: Dr Ahmad Zahran B. Ahmad Khudzari, UTM-IJN Cardiovascular Engineering Centre, UTM Vot. No: 4F588.
  13. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Synthesis and characterization of Trametes versicolor immobilized in silica matrices (TV Biocers). 01/04/2013–31/03/2016. RM 108,000.00. Project Leader: Assoc Prof Dr Hanapi Bin Mat, Faculty of Chemical Engineering. Vot. No: 4F218.
  14. Sciencefund, Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation Malaysia (MOSTI). Nanostructured Herbs Delivery System. 01/12/2011–30/11/2013. RM 200,000.00. Project Leader: Prof Datuk Dr Halimation Hamdan. Vot No: 4S009.

 

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.
  7. UTMShine, UTM. Dual-Functional Surfaces of Everolimus Immobilised on Polymer Scaffold Mediated by Polydopamine for Stent Development. 01/10/2021 – 30/09/2023. RM 40,000. Project Leader: Dr Syafiqah Saidin, School of Biomedical Engineering and Health Science, UTM. Vot No: 09G93.
  8. UTM-High Impact Research (UTM-HR), UTM. Safety Concern Related to Consumer Products Containing Radioactive Materials in Malaysia. 01/01/2020-30/06/2023. RM 100,000.00. Project Leader: Assoc. Prof. Dr Suhairul Hashim, Dept. of Physic, Faculty of Science, UTM. Vot No: 09G08.
  9. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 2. The Mechanism of Biological Algaecide Using Locally Isolated Fungi in Controlling Harmful Algal Bloom. 01/11/2019-31/01/2021. RM 30,000.00 Project Leader: Dr Mohd Farizal Ahmad Kamaroddin, Dept. of Biosciences, Faculty of Science,UTM. Vot No: 18J66.
  10. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 2. Formulation and Characterization of Mitragyna speciosa korth Alkaloid Extract Microemulsions for Tropical Antimicrobial Drug Delivery. 01/11/2019 – 30/04/2022. RM 30,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Norjihada Izzah Ismail. School of Health Science and Biomedical Engineering, UTM. Vot No: 17J40.
  11. UTMSHINE Signature Grant, UTM. SHSHINE 3.3: Environmental Friendly Anti-Radon Building Materials for Mitigating Indoor Radon Concentration. 01/04/2019 – 30/09/2021. RM 30,000.00. Program Leader: Professor Dr. Zainura Binti Zainon Noor, School of Chemical and Energy Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, UTM. Vot No: 07G91.
  12. UTMSHINE Signature Grant, UTM. SHSHINE 3: Correlation between Radon/Thoron Concentrations with Commercially Available Used Building Materials. 01/04/2019 – 31/03/2021. RM 160,000.00. Program Leader: Assoc Prof Dr Suhairul Hashim, Dept. of Physics, Faculty of Science, UTM. Vot No: 07G82.
  13. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 2. Fruit Waste Mediated Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles for its Bioremediation Potential. 01/08/2019 – 31/01/2022. RM 30,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Nurliyana Ahmad Zawawi, Dept. of Biosciences, Faculty of Science, UTM. Vot. No: 15J87.
  14. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 2. Carbon Nanotubes Mediated-Hyperthermia as Potential Less Invasive Treatment Modality for Breast Cancer. 01/08/2019 – 31/07/2021. RM 30,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Khairunadwa Jemon, Dept. of Biosciences, Faculty of Science, UTM. Vot. No: 15J87.
  15. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 2. Performance of Eco-Friendly Antifungal Nano-Paint. 01/08/2019 – 31/07/2021. RM 30,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Wan Rosmiza Zana Wan Dagang, Dept. of Biosciences, Faculty of Science, UTM. Vot. No: 16J69.
  16. UTM Transdisciplinary Research Grant. UTM-TDR 17.1(T2): Enhancement of Bioactive Compounds from Cell and Organ Cultures of Selected Malaysian herbs. 01/12/2018 – 30/11/2021. Project Leader: Dr Azman Abd Samad. RM 40,380.00 Vot No: 06G70.
  17. UTM Transdisciplinary Research Grant. UTM-TDR 17.2(T1): Biomediated Shape and Size Control Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using Malaysian Herbal Plant Extract. 01/12/2018 – 30/11/2020. Project Leader: Prof Dr Mustaffa Shamsuddin. RM 50,550.00 Vot No: 05G57.
  18. UTM Transdisciplinary Research Grant. UTM-TDR 17.4(T1): Cytotoxicity and Wound Healing Activity of Biosynthesized Green Silver Nanoparticles. 01/12/2018 – 30/11/2020. Project Leader: Dr Khairunadwa Jemon. RM 74,200.00 Vot No: 06G86.
  19. UTM Transdisciplinary Research Grant. UTM-TDR 17.5(T2): Halalan Tayyiban Documentation of Bioinspired Green Silver Nanoparticles. 01/12/2018 – 30/11/2020. Project Leader: Assoc Prof Dr Ahmad Che Yaacob. RM 37,280.00. Vot No: 05G40.
  20. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 1. Fabrication and Characterization of Electrospun Poly (vinyl Alcohol)-(PVA)/Polycaprolactone-(PCL)-Antibacterial Agent Composite Nanofiber for Potential Skin Scaffold. 01/02/2018 – 31/01/2020 RM 50,000.00. Project Leader: Prof Dr Abdull Rahim Mohd Yusoff. Vot No: 20H51.
  21. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 1. Preparation and Antibacterial Activity of PMMA/Silver and Photosensitizer Nanoparticles for Antimicrobial Latex Lubricant. 01/07/2017–30/06/2019 RM 40,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Mohd Bakri Bakar. Vot No: 16H88.
  22. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 1. Application of Ultraviolet Light for Disinfection Medical Devices. 01/07/2017–31/12/2018 RM 40,000.00. Project Leader: PM Dr IR Tan Tian Swee. Vot No: 00336
  23. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 1. Morphological and Photosynthetic Characteristics of Oil Palm (Elaeis guineensis) Applied with Different Levels of Chemical Fertilizer. 01/07/2016–30/06/2018 RM 50,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Fazilah Abul Manan. Vot No: 13H92.
  24. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 2 Encouragement Grant. Synthesis of Calcium Phosphate Bone Cement from Crabshell. 01/05/2015 – 31/07/2016. RM 20,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Syafiqah saidin. Vot No: 10J77.
  25. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 2 Encouragement Grant. Histological Study of Wound Healing Potential of Senduduk Ointments (Melastoma Malabathricum). 01/04/2014-30/06/2015. RM 30,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Khairunadwa Jemon. Vot No: 10J17.
  26. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Flagship. Novel Cannulae Design for Medical Operation – Simulation and Flow Visualization Study. 01/04/2014–31/03/2015. RM 27,985.72. Project Leader:  Dr Ahmad Zahran B. Ahmad Khudzari, UTM-IJN Cardiovascular Engineering Centre, UTM. Vot No: 01G70.
  27. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 2 Encouragement Grant. Adhesion Forces between Surface-Modified Atomic Force Microscopy Tips to a Microbial-Influenced-Corrosion (MIC). 01/04/2014–31/06/2015 RM 35,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Wan Rosmiza Zana Wan Dagang. Vot No: 10J21
  28. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Flagship. Decellularization of Tissue to Prepare Bioscaffolds for Cardiac Repair. 01/04/2013–31/03/2014. RM 30,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Azran Azhim B. Noor Azmi. Vot No: 00G76.
  29. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Flagship. Novel Cannula Design for Medical Operation – A pilot Study. 01/04/2013–31/03/2014. RM 79,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Ahmad Zahran B. Ahmad Khudzari. UTM-IJN Cardiovascular Engineering Centre, UTM. Vot No: 00G71.
  30. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 2. Synthesis of Silica Aerogel-Hydroxyapatite Composite as New Biomaterial Nanoparticles 01/04/2013–3/03/2014. RM 50,000.00. Project Leader: Nor Suriani Sani. Vot. No: 09J42.
  31. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 1. Bioremediation Process of Textile Azo Dyes Using Nanoporous Silica Support System in a Sequential Anaerobic Bioreactor 01/04/2011–31/03/2013 RM 175,400.00. Project Leader: Prof Noor Aini Abd Rashid. Vot No: 01H61.
  32. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 1. Photocatalytic Degradation and Clean Up of Some Organoarsenics and Pesticides using Modified Hollow Silica Surfactant Modified Zeolites. 01/04/2011–31/03/2013 RM 198,400.00. Project Leader: Prof Dr Alias Mohd Yusof. Vot No: 01H50.
  33. Research University Grant (RUG), UTM, Tier 2. Utilization of Yeasts from Effective Microorganism for Bioattraction of Golden Apple Snail. 01/04/2011–31/07/2012. RM 50,000.00. Project Leader: Dr Chan Giek Far. Vot No: 02J23.