The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), in collaboration with the Centre for Sustainable Nanomaterials (CSNano), successfully hosted an international hybrid seminar titled “Innovative Pathways in Biomaterials: Bridging Science and Application Across Borders” on December 13, 2024. The seminar, held at the Ibnu Sina Institute for Scientific & Industrial Research (ISISIR), emphasized global collaboration in biomaterials research and featured distinguished experts from Shandong University, China.
Insightful Presentations from Leading Experts
This collaborative event brought together two internationally renowned researchers:
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Prof. Dr. Hong Liu, a distinguished Professor of Materials Science at Shandong University, presented on “Materials Cues for Regulation of Neuronal Differentiation of Stem Cells, and Neurodegenerative Disease Therapy.”
Prof. Liu’s research covers photo-electrical functional materials, biosensors, tissue engineering, and stem cell interactions with nanostructured biomaterials. With more than 400 publications and an H-index of 87, he has been recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher (2018–2024) by Clarivate Analytics. -
Prof. Dr. Jichuan Qiu, a professor at the State Key Laboratory of Crystal Materials, delivered a talk on “Tuning the Material-Cell Interaction for Advanced Stem Cell Therapy and Brain Repair.”
His research focuses on designing functional materials for biomedical applications, with over 80 peer-reviewed publications and an H-index of 33.
Driving Collaboration and Innovation
Moderated by Dr. Nik Ahmad Nizam Nik Malek, Deputy Dean of Research, Innovation, and Development at the Faculty of Science, the seminar provided an engaging platform for researchers, students, and faculty members. The hybrid format allowed for broad participation, with attendees joining both in person and virtually via Cisco Webex.
The collaboration with CSNano highlights UTM’s commitment to interdisciplinary research and sustainable innovation in nanomaterials and biomaterials.
Commitment to Excellence in Research
In his closing remarks, Dr. Nik Ahmad Nizam emphasized the importance of international and interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing global challenges related to healthcare, regenerative medicine, and biomaterials innovation. This seminar serves as a catalyst for new research ideas and potential partnerships.
This event underscores the Faculty of Science and CSNano’s dedication to fostering global collaboration, driving innovation, and promoting sustainable scientific advancements.
For more information on future events and research activities, visit science.utm.my/utmfsresearch.
