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CAID Programs

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.

 

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”. See their abstracts below. 

 

 

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.

 

For more information on the conference, book program, and abstract collection, please visit the official ICBME website [Link]

Spotlight on Skin Cancer & Sun Awareness 

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!

2023 Breast Cancer & Menopause Awareness Event

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.

News

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”

2022 Breast Cancer Awareness Event