Date: 31 July 2024
Kuala Lumpur – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) continues to shine on the global academic stage as Associate Professor Dr. Fong Wan Heng from the Department of Mathematical Sciences, Faculty of Science, secured a prestigious Gold Medal at the Semarak International Research Article Competition (SIRAC 2024 II).
Dr. Fong’s award-winning article, titled “Minimization of DNA String using Shortest Path Problem”, showcases her innovative approach in applying mathematical solutions to complex biological problems. The research addresses a critical challenge in bioinformatics: minimizing DNA sequences through optimization techniques rooted in the shortest path problem. This breakthrough has potential applications in genetics, molecular biology, and computational biology, impacting fields like gene therapy and DNA computing.
The Faculty of Science at UTM, along with the university’s management team, congratulated Dr. Fong on her achievement, emphasizing that her success highlights UTM’s commitment to advancing science and research. This achievement also underscores UTM’s standing as a top 40 university in the QS Asia University Rankings.
The Semarak International Research Article Competition (SIRAC) is a highly respected platform that gathers top researchers from various fields across the globe. Dr. Fong’s accomplishment at SIRAC 2024 II brings further prestige to UTM’s Faculty of Science, reinforcing the university’s position as a leader in groundbreaking research and innovation.
Dr. Fong expressed her gratitude for the recognition and thanked her colleagues and students for their unwavering support. She also hopes her research will open new avenues for interdisciplinary collaborations, especially between mathematics and the biological sciences.
The UTM community celebrates this incredible achievement, continuing to inspire academic excellence and global impact.
About Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM): UTM is a leading innovation-driven entrepreneurial research university in engineering, science, and technology, located in Johor Bahru and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Known for its cutting-edge research and strong emphasis on technology, UTM remains a prominent educational institution in Malaysia and beyond.
Contact: UTM Faculty of Science
Website: www.utm.my
