The Dynamical System Modelling (DSM) Research Group, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), successfully organised the Webinar on Advances in Mathematical Theory and Applications 2025 on 26 November 2025. Conducted via Webex with additional participation at Bilik Mesyuarat C22, the programme brought together researchers, academics, and postgraduate students from Malaysia and Iraq, showcasing UTM’s continued leadership in mathematical research and international collaboration.
Held in partnership with the Mathematics Department of the College of Science, University of Anbar and the Mathematical Department of Tikrit University, Iraq, the webinar highlighted emerging advancements in mathematical modelling and dynamical systems. The event was officiated by Dr. Fuaada Mohd Siam, Head of the DSM Research Group, who also delivered the closing remarks.
Four invited speakers delivered high-impact presentations:
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Prof. Dr. Nabeel Ezzulddin Arif from Tikrit University, who discussed graph polynomials and topological indices of composite graphs;
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Normah Maan from UTM, who presented an in-depth model on time delay and hyperglycemia effects in breast cancer cell dynamics;
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Dr. Faisal Ghazi from the University of Anbar, who shared insights on bipolar interval-valued fuzzy soft sets in decision-making;
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Dr. Shaymaa M.H. Darwish, Programme Director, who presented her research on contaminant transport modelling using Green’s function approaches.
The webinar attracted 28 participants, with a majority comprising academic staff, followed by postgraduate students. This blend of participants ensured a productive environment for sharing ideas, deepening understanding of mathematical theories, and fostering new collaborative opportunities between Malaysian and Iraqi institutions.
Participant feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with most attendees rating the speakers at the highest level of excellence. They highlighted the clarity of presentations, the relevance of the topics, and the exposure to current research trends in mathematical modelling. Several constructive suggestions for future improvements included inviting more speakers from industry, increasing interactive discussion sessions, and expanding international participation.
The success of this webinar reflects DSM’s commitment to bridging mathematical theory and real-world applications. It also strengthens UTM’s global research network while providing valuable exposure and academic development for postgraduate students. Overall, the programme achieved its objectives and delivered a strong impact on the regional mathematical research community, marking another important milestone in UTM’s international engagement and academic excellence.
