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Outstanding Achievement at MJIC 2026 International Innovation Competition

porce — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:57:59 +0000

A research team has achieved significant international recognition at the 7th Malaysia-Japan International Conference on Nanoscience, Nanotechnology and Nanoengineering 2026 (MJIC2026) through their participation in the International Innovation Competition 2026. The prestigious event, held from 23–25 January 2026 at Hotel Royale Chulan, Seremban, gathered researchers, innovators, and industry experts under the theme “Nanotechnology for Sustainable Development and Circular Economy.”

The team was honoured with two awards:

Platinum Award (Pre-University/Higher Institution Category)
Special Award (Gold) – Undergraduate Category

These awards were presented in recognition of their innovative project titled:

“Sustainable Dual-Function Bionanocomposite Foam from Recycled Plastics and Rice Husk for Smart Living Applications.”

The project demonstrates a forward-thinking approach to sustainability by integrating recycled plastic materials with agricultural biomass (rice husk) to develop a functional bionanocomposite foam with potential applications in smart living environments. The innovation aligns strongly with global efforts toward circular economy practices and environmentally responsible material development.

The research team consists of:

Akil Kamili Bin Anuar (Leader)
Ulfah Nadia Binti Rahman
Muhammad Rusydi Bin Mohd Shafee
Ts. Dr. Chen Ruey Shan
Prof. Dr. Sahrim Ahmad
Dr. Farah Nadia Binti Mohammad Padzil

This achievement highlights the team’s dedication to innovation and reinforces the institution’s commitment to advancing high-impact research at the international level. It also serves as an inspiration for future research initiatives that address global sustainability challenges through science and technology.

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Visit to Vinda Malaysia Strengthens Industry Collaboration

porce — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:52:58 +0000

On 21 January 2026, a delegation from the Polymer Research Centre (PORCE) conducted an industrial visit to Vinda Malaysia. The delegation was given a guided tour of the production facilities. The production line visit offered valuable exposure to large-scale manufacturing processes, quality control practices, and operational workflows within the company.

The next activity is a series of presentations highlighting ongoing research activities. Dr. Wan Nur Aini Wan Mokhtar and Dr. Rozida Mohd. Khalid presented their respective projects that provide insights into current research directions and potential applications relevant to industry needs. The session facilitated knowledge exchange and opened opportunities for aligning academic research with real-world industrial challenges.

The visit concluded with a productive discussion session involving PORCE members and representatives from Vinda Malaysia. The discussion focused on exploring future collaborative projects, particularly in areas that integrate polymer research, sustainable materials, and industrial applications.

This engagement reflects PORCE’s ongoing commitment to bridging the gap between research and industry, while fostering strategic partnerships that contribute to innovation and technological advancement.

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Tutorial Class: From Results of Thermal Degradation Kinetic to Impactful Journal Manuscript

edzrul — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 03:39:55 +0000

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PhD Student Wanted

porce — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 05:06:31 +0000

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Great Achievements!!

Rizafizah Othaman — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 15:52:16 +0000

2021

Recipient

Details

Grants	ChM. Dr Mohamad Azuwa Mohamed	PhosAgro/UNESCO/IUPAC research grant in green chemistry (USD$30k)
Awards

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Congratulations on New Appointment

Rizafizah Othaman — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 15:16:33 +0000


2021

Congratulations to our member, Prof ChM. Dr Ishak Ahmad

as Dean of Faculty Science and Technology

effective from 21st May 2021.

Congratulations to our ex-dean, Prof ChM Dr. Mohammad Kassim

as Deputy Vice Chancellor��

effective 3rd May 2021

Congratulations to our member, Prof ChM Dr. Azizan Ahmad

as Head of Department of Chemical Sciences

effective from 1st April 2021

Congratulations to our member, Associate Professor Dr. Mohd Suzeren Md Jamil

as Board of Directors Universiti Malaysia Terengganu

effective from 17th May 2021

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Internship Opportunities

Rizafizah Othaman — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:02:58 +0000

Please feel free to contact:

Associate Professor Ts ChM Dr. Rizafizah Othaman at 013-7408708 or email to rizafizah@ukm.edu.my

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MPIC2021- Open for registration

edzrul — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 02:38:24 +0000

MPIC2021 is a virtual conference offered at reasonable fees in few categories.

Deadline for Early Bird Registration: 31 July 2021

Deadline for Registration and Payment: 22 October 2021

Hurry up for registration.

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Achievement

porce — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 14:45:07 +0000

Anugerah Penyelidikan dan Penerbitan FST 2017

Warga PORCE mengucapkan setinggi-tinggi tahniah kepada:

Prof . Dr. Sahrim Hj. Ahmad
Prof.�� Madya Dr. Chia Chin Hua
Prof.�� Madya Dr. Mohamad Azwani Shah Mat Lazim

di atas pemberian Anugerah Penerbitan Khas oleh Fakulti Sains dan Teknologi, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.

Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang 2016

Warga PORCE mengucapkan setinggi-tinggi tahniah kepada:

Dr. Azizah Baharum @ Abdul Aziz
Dr. Saiful Irwan Zubairi
Dr. Siti Fairus Mohd Yusoff

yang diberikan Anugerah Khidmat Cemerlang bagi menghargai dan mengiktiraf sumbangan mereka kepada Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.

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New Appointment

porce — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 10:45:45 +0000

Warga PORCE mengucapkan setinggi-tinggi tahniah kepada:

YBhg. Prof. Dr. Ishak Ahmad di atas perlantikan beliau sebagai Timbalan Dekan (Penyelidikan dan Inovasi), Fakulti Sains dan Teknologi yang baharu selama (3) tahun berkuatkuasa mulai 1 Januari 2018 hingga 31 Disember 2020.

Dr.Saiful Irwan Zubairi di atas perlantikan beliau sebagai Penolong Dekan (Siswa dan Alumni), Fakulti Sains dan Teknologi�� mulai 1 Januari 2018 hingga 14 Julai 2018.

Dr. Mohd. Suzeren Md. Jamil di atas perlantikan beliau sebagai Pengarah Pusat Pembangunan Mahasiswa & Perhubungan Alumni, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia selama (3) tahun berkuatkuasa mulai 1 April 2018 hingga 31 Mac 2021;�� dan perlantikan semula sebagai Pengetua, Kolej Aminuddin Baki, selama dua (2) tahun mulai 1 Januari 2018 hingga 31 Disember 2019.

Prof. Dr. Khairiah Haji Badri di atas perlantikan beliau sebagai Pengarah Pusat Inovasi Kolaboratif (PIK), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia yang baharu berkuatkuasa mulai 1 Mei 2017.

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