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our community & scientific engagement

Our group is dedicated to raising awareness and educating the public on critical health issues, particularly focusing on cancer and infectious diseases. Annually, we organize and run campaigns aimed at spreading knowledge, promoting preventive measures, and encouraging early detection and treatment.

 

Cell culture for beginners workshop

October 2025 – T02 Dept of Biosciences
Registeration opening soon

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2024

The 2024 Skin Cancer & Sunlight Awareness Program

Did you know that public understanding of UV radiation, skin cancer, and sunscreen use is still alarmingly low? At the same time, students’ interest in science is on the decline. That’s why the 2024 Skin Cancer & Sunlight Awareness Program was launched—to boost awareness and spark curiosity about science through interactive, skin cancer-themed activities!

In collaboration with SMK Damai Jaya, PKDJB, JPNJ, and Skinlab Sdn Bhd, this initiative targeted students from SMK Damai Jaya with a range of exciting activities, including awareness briefings, a creative video competition, expert talks, and hands-on STEM experiments. What made it even more special? SMK Damai Jaya students stepped up as facilitators, guiding participants from SMK Mutiara Rini and SMK Sultan Ismail, making it a truly student-driven effort!

The success of the program was measured through post-assessment score improvements and overwhelmingly positive feedback—proving its impact as a sustainable awareness model. By December 2024, it had earned a prestigious five-star rating, received media coverage, and even secured copyright for the official Skin Cancer & Sunlight Awareness Toolkit, ensuring its legacy continues to benefit communities in the future. This isn’t just another school program—it’s a movement towards a healthier, more informed generation!

CAID Group Participates in the 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering (ICBME) 2024

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – The 6th International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering (ICBME) successfully concluded on August 28-29, 2024, at the Concorde Hotel in Kuala Lumpur. Hosted by the Centre for Sustainable Nanomaterials at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), the event attracted global researchers and professionals to discuss the latest advancements in the field.

Members of the CAID (Cancer and Infectious Diseases) group played a significant role in the success of ICBME 2024. Dr. Nurzila Ab Latif, Dr. Wan Fatin Amira Wan Mohd Zawawi, Dr. Praseetha Prabhakaran, Dr. Mohd Aizuddin Mohd Lazaldin, and Dr. Farah Hanis Juhari contributed to the organizing committee.

Dr. Wan Fatin Amira Wan Mohd Zawawi and Dr. Farah Hanis Juhari were also featured as invited speakers. Dr. Wan Fatin presented her groundbreaking research on the “Synergistic Effect of Hyperthermia Treatment Combined with Anti-cd200 Blockade Therapy in Modulating Immunological Response.” Dr. Farah shared insights from her study titled “Effects of Rat Tickling on Stereotypic Behaviour and Ghrelin”. 

ICBME 2024 was a collaboration between several prestigious institutions, including UTM’s Department of Biosciences, the International Islamic University’s Biotechnology Department, Ondokuz Mayis University’s Department of Agricultural Biotechnology in Turkey, and Udayana University’s Faculty of Agricultural Technology in Indonesia.
The conference offered a platform for experts, students, and researchers to exchange ideas on biotechnology, nanotechnology, and medical engineering, highlighting their application in addressing global health and sustainability challenges.

 

 

Spotlight on Skin Cancer & Sun Awareness Briefing

June 5, 2024
Skin Cancer and Sun Awareness Program
At SMK Damai Jaya
KTP@Faculty

Today, our team had a fantastic time at SMK Damai Jaya, where we talked to students about the importance of skin cancer awareness and how to stay safe in the sun. The briefing session given by Dr. Wan Fatin Amira was full of useful tips and really made an impact. Following the briefing, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of our Creative Short Video Competition.

The students are buzzing with ideas to unleash their creativity and produce captivating short videos that spread awareness about skin cancer and the importance of sun protection. They’re all set to create some amazing videos on skin cancer awareness, with awesome prizes up for grabs. We can’t wait to see what they come up with!

breast cancer & menopause awareness

October 2023

CAID raises cancer awareness alongside spirited SMK Taman Universiti pupils.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shafinaz Shahir, Dean of the Faculty of Science (Second row, fifth from the left), accompanied by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alina Wagiran, Director of the Department of Biosciences, Faculty of Science (Second row, sixth from the left), together with all Pinktober Explorace participants, teachers from SMK Taman Universiti, nurses from Klinik Kesihatan Taman Universiti and Taskforce for the CAID Breast Cancer Awareness 2023 during the Pinktober Explorace and Awareness Talk at SMK Taman Universiti 2023.

Whole-hearted students and lecturers from the Department of Biosciences, Faculty of Science wear pink and black to demonstrate support for all Breast Cancer survivors and fighters worldwide. This event also marks the end of CAID Breast Cancer Awareness 2023.

pinktober explorace & Menopause talk

News Article

Pinktober Explorace in Conjunction with Cancer and Infectious Diseases Research Group (CAID) Breast Cancer Awareness 2023

Webinar

Dr. Siti Aisyah Md Yunus “Atasi Masalah Hormon 45-an keatas”

Past Newsletter

Breast Cancer Awareness Competition

In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness month, CAID is holding a competition for high-school students. Join us!  Visit our Facebook page for more details or leave us a FB message. 

Breast Cancer, A Heterogenous Diseases

By Dr. Praseetha a/p PrabakharanBreast cancer is a heterogeneous disease comprising of cells with stem cell properties to more differentiated cells which determines the fate of the disease. GLOBOCAN 2020 has ranked female breast cancer as the most frequently diagnosed...

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