The Faculty of Science at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has once again demonstrated its excellence in research through the achievement of several notable grants for 2024. Researchers from the faculty have successfully secured two significant research grants: the UTM Encouragement Research Grant 2024 (UTMER 2024) and the UTM Fundamental Research Grant 2024 (UTMFR 2024).
- UTM Encouragement Research Grant 2024 (UTMER 2024)
A total of RM205,700 was awarded to three outstanding researchers: - Dr. Najaa Mustaffa from the Department of Chemistry
- Dr. Norshahirah Mohamad Saidi from the Department of Physics
- Dr. Suzarina Ahmed Sukri from the Department of Mathematical Sciences
This grant aims to support and motivate early-career researchers in their pursuit of innovative research projects within the faculty. - UTM Fundamental Research Grant 2024 (UTMFR 2024)
A much larger grant of RM1,729,118 was awarded to a total of 21 researchers from various departments within the Faculty of Science. The recipients include: - Assoc. Prof. ChM. Dr. Che Rozid Mamat (Department of Chemistry)
- Assoc. Prof. ChM. Dr. Joazaizulfazli Jamalis (Department of Chemistry)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nor Azimah Mohd Zain (Department of Biosciences)
- Assoc. Prof. ChM. Dr. Roswanira Ab. Wahab (Department of Chemistry)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zuhaila Ismail (Department of Mathematical Sciences)
- Dr. Abdul Fatah A. Samad (Department of Biosciences)
- Dr. Farah Hanis Juhari (Department of Biosciences)
- Dr. Koh Meng Hock (Department of Physics)
- Dr. Mohamad Hamdi Zainal Abidin (Department of Chemistry)
- Dr. Mohammad Izat Emir Zulkifli (Department of Mathematical Sciences)
- Dr. Nor Ezzaty Ahmad (Department of Physics)
- Dr. Nurul Aini Jaafar (Department of Mathematical Sciences)
- Dr. Saleha Sahar (Department of Biosciences)
- Dr. Siti Pauliena Ahmad Bohari (Department of Biosciences)
- Dr. Siti Rohani Mohd Noor (Department of Mathematical Sciences)
- Ir. Ts. Dr. Wan Rosmiza Wan Dagang (Department of Biosciences)
This fundamental research grant is awarded to projects that contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge and innovation, solidifying UTM’s role as a leader in research excellence.
These achievements underscore the faculty’s commitment to fostering a vibrant research culture and delivering impactful scientific contributions, both nationally and internationally. The total funding amount secured through these grants amounts to RM1,934,818.
The management team and staff of the Faculty of Science congratulate all the recipients for their remarkable success and encourage all researchers to continue striving for excellence in their academic and scientific endeavors.
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