Category: Research

Posted on

CALLING ALL ASPIRING RESEARCHERS! COMBINE ENGINEERING WITH SOCIAL IMPACT

🚨 CALLING ALL ASPIRING RESEARCHERS! COMBINE ENGINEERING WITH SOCIAL IMPACT! 🚨

Are you looking to pursue a Master’s or PhD with a purpose? Join our groundbreaking community project at MJIIT, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and turn your research into real-world solutions for the Special Educational Needs (PPKI) community!
We are currently recruiting passionate postgraduate students for two specialized research tracks centered around our innovative Azolla Recirculating Aquaculture System (ARAS).
🌱 TRACK 1: Hybrid Focus (Engineering & Social Science) Ideal for researchers passionate about human-centric design, ecotherapy, and community empowerment.
1️⃣ Design and Optimization of an Inclusive ARAS for the Therapeutic and Socio-Economic Empowerment of Special Needs Students.
2️⃣ Integrating Mechanical Aquaculture Systems with Ecotherapy: A Framework for Enhancing Psychomotor and Vocational Potential in Special Education.

⚙️ TRACK 2: Manufacturing & Mechanical Engineering Focus Ideal for engineers focused on ergonomics, assistive tech, and system optimization.

1️⃣ Ergonomic and Mechanical Optimization of the ARAS Closed-Loop System Tailored for the Usability of Individuals with Cognitive and Physical Disabilities.
2️⃣ Assistive Agricultural Technology: User-Centered Mechanical Design of an Azolla Aquaculture System for Special Education Communities.
🎓 THE BEST PART? YOU CAN GET FUNDED!
We are thrilled to announce that the 3rd phase MJIIT Postgraduate Fellowship Program is now open! As shown in the poster, eligible candidates (Malaysian, new intake Sem II 2025/2026, registering for PhD/MPhil) can secure this fellowship to fully support their studies.
📅 Application Period: 10 August – 17 August 2026
🔗 Apply for the Fellowship Here:
MJIIT : 2025/2026 FOR LOCAL POSTGRADUATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATION FORM – https://lnkd.in/gwbb74uc
Supervisor for the project Research under Assoc. Prof. Ir Dr. Pauziah Muhamad & Team at MJIIT, UTMKL Faculty
Don’t miss this chance to innovate sustainable solutions while advancing your academic career. Tag someone who would be a perfect fit! 👇
#UTM #MJIIT #PostgraduateFellowship #PhD #Masters #SocialInnovation #Engineering #MechanicalEngineering #SpecialEducation #Aquaculture #Sustainability #ResearchOpportunity

Posted on

CITE THE PAPERS AT SCOPUS WITH DOI LINKS

Automotive Engineers, Control Systems Researchers, Smart Material Scientists.Tags: #AutomotiveEngineering #MRFluids #VehicleDynamics

1. Optimization of the lower arm of a vehicle suspension system for road noise reduction by sensitivity analysis DOI: 10.1016/j.mechmachtheory.2013.06.010 
2. Explicit controller of a single truck stability and rollover mitigation DOI: 10.1007/s12206-018-0836-y
3. Ride comfort quality improvement for a quarter car semi-active suspension system via state-feedback controller DOI: 10.1109/ASCC.2017.8287204
4. Enhancing vehicle ride comfort through intelligent based control DOI: 10.1109/I2CACIS.2016.7885291
5. Experimental validation to a prototype magnetorheological (MR) semi-active damper for C-Class vehicle DOI: 10.15282/ijame.16.3.2019.15.0527
6. Magneto rheological for motorcycle suspension using bouc-wen model DOI: 10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.534.111
7. Vibration isolation analysis of new design OEM damper for malaysia vehicle suspension system featuring MR fluid  DOI: 10.1088/1757-899X/290/1/012047
8. On theoretical of transmission loss in exhaust muffler system  DOI: 10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.647.848
9. Modelling behaviour for magneto rheological motorcycle suspension system  DOI: 10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.663.690
10. Characterization of vehicle smart fluid using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GCMS) ISSN 22897879 https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/85063795724
11. Modelling and design smart controller of magneto rheological using bouc-wen and sim model for motorcycle suspension system  DOI: 10.11113/jt.v78.9269  
Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Control Analysts, Automotive Assembly Researchers.
Tags: #Manufacturing #CFD #QualityControl
1. Evaluation of air flow pattern for conceptual design of automotive painting line using computational fluid dynamic (Cfd) for better dust particle reduction https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/85063320121
ISSN 21801363
2 Air ionizer application for electrostatic discharge (ESD) dust removal in automotive painting industry
DOI: 10.1088/1757-899X/290/1/012051
3. Analysis of air flow around the painting line for dust reduction: An experimental and numerical study
 DOI: 10.37934/cfdl.12.9.3650
4. Application of air ionizer to remove electrostatic discharge (ESD) dust for plastics material in automotive painting process
ISSN 22897879 https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/85071492327
Civil Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) Researchers.Tags: #StructuralDynamics #DamageDetection #SystemIdentification
1. On the orthogonalised reverse path method for nonlinear system identification
DOI: 10.1016/j.jsv.2012.04.034
2. Conditioned Reverse Path method on frame structure for damage detection
ISSN 21801843 https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/85020832357
3. Experimental validation of the orthogonalised reverse path method using a nonlinear beam DOI: 10.1088/1742-6596/382/1/012029
4. Damage detection in static beams via wavelet-based technique DOI: 10.1166/asl.2013.4773
5. Application of conditioned reverse path method to large multi-degree-of-freedom nonlinear structure ISSN 18196608 https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/84940092749
Posted on

HERE ARE PAPERS AT SCOPUS WITH DOI LINKS

Research Theme: Fluid Dynamics & VIV Suppression – Detailed lists are provided as:

Tags: #VIV #FluidDynamics #OffshoreEngineering

  1. Investigation on the effectiveness of helical strakes in suppressing VIV of flexible riser
    DOI: 10.1016/j.apor.2013.11.006
  2. Performance of two- and three-start helical strakes in suppressing the vortex-induced vibration of a low mass ratio flexible cylinder
    DOI:10.1016/j.oceaneng.2018.08.008
  3. 3.Investigation of wide range of flow around circular cylinder using turbulence modelDOI: 10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.664.878
  4. Vortex-induced vibration characteristics of a low-mass-ratio flexible cylinder
    DOI: 10.12989/sem.2020.75.5.621
  5. Prediction of Vortex-Induced Vibration of Bare Cylinder and Cylinder Fitted with Helical Strakes
    DOI: 10.1051/matecconf/20179504001
  6. The effectiveness of two-versus three-start helical strakes in suppressing VIV of flexible cylinder
    DOI: 10.4043/24774-ms
  7. Prediction on the performance of helical strakes through fluid-structure interaction simulation
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-10-6463-0_46
Posted on

11th International Conference on Advanced Technology and Applied Sciences (ICaTAS 2026)

📢 Call for Papers – ICaTAS 2026
(Scopus Indexed International Conference)

Malaysia–Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT), UTM, in collaboration with Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT), cordially invites researchers, academicians, industry practitioners, and students to submit papers to the:

11th International Conference on Advanced Technology and Applied Sciences (ICaTAS 2026)
📍 UTM Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
📅 7–9 October 2026

🧩 Theme:
Advancing Engineering, Science and Technology for a Resilient and Sustainable Future

📌 Conference Tracks:
• Engineering & Technology
• Sciences / Applied Sciences

📅 Important Dates:
• Full Paper Submission: 1 June 2026
• Acceptance Notification: 1 July 2026
• Camera Ready: 1 September 2026

✅ Publication opportunity in Scopus-indexed proceedings/journals.

🌐 Conference Website:
https://mjiit.utm.my/icatas2026/

📝 Paper Submission:
https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/ICaTAS2026

Your support in sharing this CFP within your networks is greatly appreciated.

Thank you.
ICaTAS Organizing Committee

Posted on

NEWS ON RESEARCH WORK: AZOLLA & FOOD SECURITY

Azolla is often called “green gold” for a reason. The research explores how this fast-growing aquatic fern can:

  • Reduce dependence on synthetic fertilizers through natural nitrogen fixation.
  • Provide high-protein feed for livestock and aquaculture, lowering costs for farmers.
  • Combat climate change by sequestering carbon and reducing methane emissions in rice paddies.
  • RAC system of fish farming with Azolla plant integration

Another effort of research related to food security laboratory of MJIIT, advancing food security through innovative, sustainable technology and international collaboration, particularly in food preservation, new formulation and training activities.

The links on the news are provided:

a) Berita Harian:https://www.hmetro.com.my/akademia/2026/02/1323300/perkasa-murid-ppki-dengan-projek-pemindahan-ilmu

b) Malaysia Gazette: http://a) https://malaysiagazette.com/2026/02/12/utm-mjiit-perkasa-murid-ppki-sk-taman-kepong-dengan-azolla/?

c)NEWS HUB UTM : http://b) https://news.utm.my/2026/01/utm-laksana-projek-pemindahan-ilmu-azolla-bersama-murid-ppki-smk-dusun-nanding/

d) ARTICLE SCOPUS: http://c) https://jaes.journals.ekb.eg/article_482870.html

e) NEWS HUB UTM: http://d) https://news.utm.my/2026/01/freeze-dried-yogurt-innovation-at-mjiit-utm-kuala-lumpur/

f) NEWS HUB UTM: https://news.utm.my/2025/12/food-preservation-freeze-drying-jica-mjiit-training-programme/

Posted on

Academic Mission: ICATAS & Sharjah University Visit October 2025

visit and participation in the 10th International Conference on Advanced Technology and Applied Sciences (ICATAS) 2025.

This mission serves two primary strategic objectives:

  • Academic Collaboration: A formal courtesy visit to the University of Sharjah (UoS) in the UAE to establish and strengthen international cooperation in academic and research fields.
  • Knowledge Exchange: Participation in ICATAS 2025, a premier annual collaboration between the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT) and the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT).
  • Event Details: ICATAS 2025
  • Date: 21 – 23 October 2025
  • Location: AASTMT, Smart Village Campus, Giza, Egypt
  • Focus: Advancing international research standards and fostering technological innovation.

This initiative underscores our commitment to elevating MJIIT’s global presence and building sustainable partnerships with world-class institutions.

Posted on

JOIN OUR EXPO MJIIX 2025 at MJIIT UTMKL

14TH OCTOBER 2025 at Grand Banquet Hall, Level 6, Residensi UTMKL

Academia-Industry-Agency : EXPANDING HORIZON

This year, MJIIX 2025 will shift its full focus towards wider industry participation at the national level. The program will feature industry exhibitions, the MJL-JACTIM Research Competition 2025, a Coffee Talk session, Premier Lecture Series, dialogue/forums, and laboratory tours. This will allow industry partners to engage directly with MJIIT’s research capabilities and facilities.For more info the Link to our website is here

https://mjiit.utm.my/mjiix2025

ASSOC. PROF. IR. DR. PAUZIAH MUHAMAD

Chairperson

Malaysia-Japan Industrial & Innovation Expo 2025 (MJIIX2025)

Email: pauziah.kl@utm.my

H/P: +6013-3504321

Posted on

AZOLLA TRAINING WITH COMMUNITY : MJIIT, UTMKL – SK TAMAN KEPONG

The Azolla project is both relevant and significant, particularly in addressing current challenges related to the rising cost of livestock feed and environmental sustainability. Through this workshop, students, parents, and teachers will be exposed to the cultivation and care of Azolla, as well as its potential use as an alternative fish feed, biofertilizer, and future source of income. This training workshop serves as a platform for knowledge and technology transfer under the MOF grant entitled “COMMUNITY PROJECT ON AZOLLA CULTIVATION AS A SUSTAINABLE AND COST-EFFECTIVE LIVESTOCK FEED.” More importantly, this project has the potential to cultivate a culture of biotechnology literacy and entrepreneurship among primary school students—an initiative we warmly welcome as part of 21st-century learning. There were participants who joined from within the school itself, bringing the total number of beneficiaries to 72 individuals overall. Thanks to Associate Professor Dr. Shahrum Shah Bin Abdullah Deputy Dean of Research, Innovation, Commercialization & Networking and Madam Hajah Nor Asmaruzie Binti Mohd Zain, the Headmistress of SK Taman Kepong, for graciously taking the time to be with us in this workshop program.

Posted on

IWK Project – Waste Water Treatment using Algae

The system is for pilot test, our team is hired to evaluate the performance of the system. To look at the algae strain and how it can treat the waste water using the symbiosis relation between algae, bacteria, Co2 and Oxygen. The wheel rotation is very slow range between 0.5 to 1rpm. However the blower is run for 24 Hours to supply Co2 and O2 to the bacteria and algae with the nutrients available by the domestic waste water. The work shall starts from February 2025 for six months work. Our team is happy to contribute 🙂 and help the community :-).