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Faculty of Science

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The Faculty of Science at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia emphasizes fundamental research while driving innovations that benefit communities. With a strong foundation in scientific discovery, our four departments—Physics, Chemistry, Biosciences, and Mathematical Sciences—collaborate to address global challenges and contribute practical solutions through scientific excellence. We are dedicated to advancing knowledge and applying research to improve societal well-being.

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FS RESEARCH MONTH 2025

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The FRESH: FS Research Hub newsletter provides the latest updates, news, and insights from the Faculty of Science at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor Bahru. It serves as a platform to share research developments, academic views, and important announcements, fostering communication and collaboration within the scientific community at UTM.

https://science.utm.my/fresh/

Founded in 2020, the Proceedings of Science and Mathematics (Proc. Sci. Math.) serves as an academic platform for publishing high-quality research papers presented at various conferences, seminars, and student projects. Managed by the Faculty of Science at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), our proceedings cover a wide range of scientific fields, including physics, chemistry, biosciences and mathematical Sciences.

https://science.utm.my/procscimath

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

Tahniah Prof. Dr. Suhairul Hashim atas Kejayaan Inovasi AI Keselamatan Negara

Johor Bahru, 12 Ogos 2025 – Fakulti Sains Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) berbesar hati mengucapkan setinggi-tinggi tahniah kepada Prof. Dr. Suhairul Hashim, Profesor di Jabatan Fizik, atas kejayaan membangunkan inovasi keselamatan berteknologi tinggi yang menjadi...
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UTM’s Prof. Fahrul Huyop Speaks at InCAFEE 2025 in Manado

MANADO, Aug 7 – The city of Manado, Indonesia, hosted some of the region’s leading experts in agriculture, food, environment, and energy last week at the International Conference on Agriculture, Food, Environment, and Energy (InCAFEE 2025). This gathering brought...
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Prof. Dr. Nor Haniza Appointed Visiting Professor at Universitas Diponegoro

SEMARANG, INDONESIA, July 2025 – Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) proudly congratulates Prof. Dr. Nor Haniza Sarmin, a distinguished mathematician from the Faculty of Science, on her recent appointment as a Visiting Professor at Universitas...
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UTM Mathematicians Shine at Group Theory Conference in Yogyakarta

YOGYAKARTA, July 26 — Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) recently celebrated a significant achievement in its international standing by actively participating in the 8th Biennial International Group Theory Conference (BIGTC 2025). This event took place at Universitas...
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UTM Wins Veterinary Innovation Award for NapierMix

PUTRAJAYA, 25 July 2025 – A team from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) proudly clinched Second Place (Naib Johan) in the Anugerah Inovasi Industri (Produk) category at the Hari Inovasi 2025, organised by the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) under the...
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Hi-Red Roselle: From Lab Bench to Lifestyle – Showcasing UTM’s Innovation in Functional Food

Johor Bahru, 23 July 2025 – The Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Library hosted another exciting episode of its Knowledge Sharing Series, featuring a unique product innovation entitled “Hi-Red Roselle: From Lab Bench to Lifestyle.” This engaging session spotlighted...
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Empowering Low Carbon Awareness through ODISI Malar Hijau

The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), proudly congratulates Dr. Siti Salwa Alias from the Department of Physics for successfully securing the Geran Komuniti Iskandar Puteri Rendah Karbon 5.0 amounting to RM 20,000.00. Her project, titled ODISI...
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Congratulations to Prof. Madya ChM. Dr. Lee Siew Ling on Her Appointment as Director of CSNano

The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), proudly congratulates Prof. Madya ChM. Dr. Lee Siew Ling on her appointment as the Director of the Centre for Sustainable Nanomaterials (CSNano). Effective from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2027, Dr. Lee brings...
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UTM Jumps to #153 in QS World University Rankings 2026

UTM Jumps to #153 in QS World University Rankings 2026: A Testament to Bold Moves and Global Impact Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence by achieving a remarkable #153 position in the QS World University Rankings...
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Dr. Mohamad Hamdi Receives ASEAN Research Collaboration Project 2025 Award

The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), proudly congratulates Dr. Mohamad Hamdi Zainal Abidin for being selected as a 2025 Recipient (Round 1) of the prestigious ASEAN Research Collaboration Project funded by the Australian Government. Dr. Hamdi’s...
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ACTIVITIES

UTM Popular Science Seminar Explores Sustainable Polymer Design and Green Polymerization

Johor Bahru, 11 August 2025 – The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), successfully held another instalment of its Faculty of Science Seminar Series 2025 – Popular Science Seminar Series, featuring two distinguished speakers from Malaysia and...
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UTM dan SK Sri Pulai Perdana Jayakan Kursus Vermikompos Pintar Berasaskan IoT

Johor Bahru, 26 Julai 2025 – Fakulti Sains, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) dengan kerjasama Sekolah Kebangsaan Sri Pulai Perdana telah berjaya menganjurkan program komuniti bertajuk “Kursus Vermikompos Pintar: Teori dan Amali” yang berlangsung pada Sabtu, 26...
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Faculty of Science Kicks Off Innovation Ecosystem Workshop Series

Skudai, 22 July 2025 – The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), successfully launched the first installment of its workshop series titled “Building an Innovation Ecosystem in the Faculty of Science” on 22 July 2025 at Seminar Room, N31, Institute...
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Exploring the Universe: UTM Hosts Particle Physics Workshop and Strengthens Strategic COMET Research Collaboration

Johor Bahru, 19–20 July 2025 – The Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) successfully hosted two impactful events focused on high-energy physics and the international COMET experiment, aiming to enhance knowledge transfer and...
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Empowering Future Scientists via Roselle Lip Balm Workshop

SKUDAI, July 2 – In an effort to cultivate scientific thinking and entrepreneurial skills among secondary school students, a hands-on workshop titled “Formulation of Organic Roselle-Based Lip Balm” was successfully conducted at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Skudai...
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Science Seminar Explores Peer-Review Process and Publishing Tips from a Global Expert

The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), hosted another insightful session under its Science Seminar Series on Monday, 14th July 2025, featuring Distinguished Professor Dr. Michael C. Breadmore from the Australian Centre for Research on Separation...
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Seminar Explores Cutting-Edge 3D Printing for Chemical Analysis and Separation

The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), proudly hosted the latest instalment of its Science Seminar Series on Tuesday, 10th July 2025, featuring Distinguished Professor Dr. Michael C. Breadmore from the Australian Centre for Research on Separation...
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Distinguished Professor Dr. Ingo Koeper Shares Insights on Model Membrane Systems at UTM

Johor Bahru, 9 July 2025 – The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) was honoured to host Distinguished Professor Dr. Ingo Koeper from the College of Science and Engineering, Flinders University, Australia, in a visit that combined academic...
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Faculty of Science Seminar Series 2025 Highlights Mathematical Modelling in Cancer Research

JOHOR BAHRU, 24 June 2025 – The Faculty of Science at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) successfully continued its Popular Science Seminar Series 2025 with an insightful session by Dr. Noorehan Yaacob, a Senior Lecturer from the Department of Mathematical Sciences....
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Wacana Intelektual perkasa STEM sebagai teras inovasi lestari

JOHOR BAHRU, 19 Jun – Menyahut aspirasi Malaysia MADANI yang menekankan kelestarian, kesejahteraan dan daya cipta, Fakulti Sains dengan kerjasama Majlis Profesor Universiti Teknologi Malaysia telah menganjurkan Wacana Intelektual MADANI Siri 5 bertemakan “STEM MADANI:...
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HIGHLIGHTS

INNOVATING SOLUTION

UTM Wins Veterinary Innovation Award for NapierMix

by | July 26, 2025 | Awards & Achievements, Innovation | 0 Comments

PUTRAJAYA, 25 July 2025 – A team from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) proudly clinched Second Place (Naib Johan) in the Anugerah Inovasi Industri (Produk) category at the Hari Inovasi 2025, organised by the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) under the...
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UTM dan SK Sri Pulai Perdana Jayakan Kursus Vermikompos Pintar Berasaskan IoT

by | July 26, 2025 | Activities 2025, Community | 0 Comments

Johor Bahru, 26 Julai 2025 – Fakulti Sains, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) dengan kerjasama Sekolah Kebangsaan Sri Pulai Perdana telah berjaya menganjurkan program komuniti bertajuk “Kursus Vermikompos Pintar: Teori dan Amali” yang berlangsung pada Sabtu, 26...
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Hi-Red Roselle: From Lab Bench to Lifestyle – Showcasing UTM’s Innovation in Functional Food

by | July 22, 2025 | Awards & Achievements, Innovation | 0 Comments

Johor Bahru, 23 July 2025 – The Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Library hosted another exciting episode of its Knowledge Sharing Series, featuring a unique product innovation entitled “Hi-Red Roselle: From Lab Bench to Lifestyle.” This engaging session spotlighted...
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Faculty of Science Kicks Off Innovation Ecosystem Workshop Series

by | July 22, 2025 | Activities 2025, Innovation | 0 Comments

Skudai, 22 July 2025 – The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), successfully launched the first installment of its workshop series titled “Building an Innovation Ecosystem in the Faculty of Science” on 22 July 2025 at Seminar Room, N31, Institute...
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Empowering Future Scientists via Roselle Lip Balm Workshop

by | July 14, 2025 | Activities 2025, Community | 0 Comments

SKUDAI, July 2 – In an effort to cultivate scientific thinking and entrepreneurial skills among secondary school students, a hands-on workshop titled “Formulation of Organic Roselle-Based Lip Balm” was successfully conducted at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Skudai...
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FRESH Newsletter December Edition Issue 03/2024 Now Available Online

by | December 30, 2024 | Activities 2024, Awards & Achievements, Community, Innovation | 0 Comments

The FRESH Newsletter December Edition Issue 03/2024 has been released and is packed with insightful articles and updates from the Faculty of Science (FS), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). FS community members can now access the newsletter online via:➡️ FRESH...
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UTM Academic Delivered Inspiring Talk on Biotechnology and Green Energy at Petrosains PlaySmart Johor Bahru Event

by | December 28, 2024 | Activities 2024, Community | 0 Comments

Johor Bahru, December 2024 – Dr. Nurashikin Ihsan, a Senior Lecturer from the Department of Biosciences, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), delivered an insightful talk at the Petrosains PlaySmart Johor Bahru event on 28th December 2024. Her...
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Knowledge Transfer Program: Diversity of Potential Plant Species and Their Role in Environmental Sustainability

by | December 14, 2024 | Activities 2024, Community | 0 Comments

14 December 2024 | Sunway Emerald Lake, Iskandar Puteri The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), played a significant role in the recently concluded Knowledge Transfer Program on the "Diversity of Potential Plant Species and Their Role in...
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𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝑺𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑫𝒂𝒚 2024 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑷𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑫𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒑𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑴𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒂𝒈𝒆

by | November 10, 2024 | Community | 0 Comments

As we come together to celebrate World Science Day for Peace and Development 2024, we are reminded of the transformative power of science in our lives and our world. This year's theme, "Science Matters – Engaging Minds and Empowering Futures," resonates deeply with...
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Simposium Lestari tingkat kesedaran alam sekitar dan aktiviti rendah karbon

by | November 5, 2024 | Activities 2024, Awards & Achievements, Community | 0 Comments

Pensyarah dari Fakulti Sains, Dr. Huszalina Hussin; Jabatan Biosains, Dr. Raihana Ridzuan; serta Jabatan Fizik, Ts. Dr. Fariza Hanim Suhailin, telah membuat pameran tentang teknik pertanian lestari dan penggunaan teknologi dalam amalan pertanian. Inisiatif mereka...
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The Faculty of Science at UTM is committed to advancing impactful research that tackles industrial and societal challenges. With expertise in fields like chemistry, biosciences, physics and mathematical sciences, our researchers focus on creating innovative solutions that benefit industries and improve lives.

One of the faculty’s key goals is to generate solutions that address both industrial needs and sustainability. Through collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches, we develop technologies and products that help industries enhance their processes while contributing to a more sustainable future.

Our work, aligned with UTM’s “Innovating Solution” vision, delivers cutting-edge advancements that benefit industries and communities on a local and global scale.

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