{"id":1590,"date":"2025-02-28T13:44:57","date_gmt":"2025-02-28T13:44:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/?p=1590"},"modified":"2025-03-11T23:09:43","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T23:09:43","slug":"utm-faculty-of-science-researchers-shine-in-community-engagement-projects-with-2025-star-ratings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/2025\/02\/28\/utm-faculty-of-science-researchers-shine-in-community-engagement-projects-with-2025-star-ratings\/","title":{"rendered":"UTM Faculty of Science Researchers Shine in Community Engagement Projects with 2025 Star Ratings"},"content":{"rendered":"

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JOHOR BAHRU, 28 February 2025<\/strong> \u2013 The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), continues to demonstrate excellence in community engagement and knowledge transfer<\/strong> through impactful projects that address real-world challenges. Several projects led by faculty researchers have been awarded prestigious star ratings<\/strong> under the 2025 Community Engagement Star Rating Evaluation<\/strong>, reflecting their contribution to society through scientific innovation, sustainability, and education.<\/p>\n

Among the ten recognized projects<\/strong>, four have earned the highest 5-star rating<\/strong>, while six others received a commendable 4-star rating<\/strong>, highlighting the faculty\u2019s commitment to bridging academia with community needs.<\/p>\n

5-Star Rated Community Engagement Projects<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The following projects have been recognized with the highest 5-star rating<\/strong>, showcasing exceptional impact and effectiveness<\/strong> in engaging with the community:<\/p>\n

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  1. Dr. Siti Salwa Alias<\/strong> \u2013 Bengkel Penataran Sains Bahan Zon Johor 2023<\/li>\n
  2. Dr. Siti Pauliena Mohd Bohari<\/strong> \u2013 Agro Usahawan Roselle Organik Skudai<\/li>\n
  3. Dr. Nor Zalina Othman<\/strong> \u2013 Program Amalan Pertanian Baik bagi Melestarikan Industri Pertanian Johor (TANGKAK)<\/li>\n
  4. Dr. Farah Hanis Juhari<\/strong> \u2013 Program Kesedaran Kanser Kulit dan Cahaya Matahari<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    4-Star Rated Community Engagement Projects<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    These projects have also been highly rated with 4-star recognition<\/strong>, acknowledging their strong contributions to community development and knowledge-sharing<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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    1. Dr. Huszalina Hussin<\/strong> \u2013 Program Pemeliharaan dan Pemuliharaan Biodiversiti Sungai di Pasir Gudang<\/li>\n
    2. Prof. Madya Dr. Norma Alias<\/strong> \u2013 Mathematical Thinking and Problem Solving for Meaningful Learning<\/li>\n
    3. Dr. Raihana Ridzuan<\/strong> \u2013 Program Hidroponik Secara Organik Menggunakan SOLAR @ SIREH PARK<\/li>\n
    4. Dr. Mira Panadil<\/strong> \u2013 Transformasi Taman Ilmu Kampung Pasir Tampoi<\/li>\n
    5. Dr. Siti Salwa Alias<\/strong> \u2013 E-Waste: Knowledge-Transfer Via AI, Design Thinking Process, and Project-Based Learning<\/li>\n
    6. Dr. Fariza Hanin Suhailin<\/strong> \u2013 Pemindahan Ilmu Pertanian Pintar (IoT) di Sekolah Kebangsaan Tanjung Kupang<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Fostering Scientific Impact Beyond Academia<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      This recognition highlights UTM\u2019s continuous commitment to creating positive societal change through science and innovation<\/strong>. From environmental conservation<\/strong> and agriculture sustainability<\/strong> to STEM education and digital transformation<\/strong>, these projects demonstrate the faculty\u2019s proactive role in empowering communities with knowledge and technology<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

      The Faculty of Science remains dedicated to strengthening its outreach initiatives, ensuring that research outcomes translate into tangible benefits for society<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

      For more updates on research and community engagement initiatives from the Faculty of Science, visit: https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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      JOHOR BAHRU, 28 February 2025 \u2013 The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), continues to demonstrate excellence in community engagement and knowledge transfer through impactful projects that address real-world challenges. Several projects led by faculty researchers have been awarded prestigious star ratings under the 2025 Community Engagement Star Rating Evaluation, reflecting their contribution to […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":390,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1590","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-awards-achievements"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1590","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/390"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1590"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1590\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1595,"href":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1590\/revisions\/1595"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1590"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1590"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/science.utm.my\/utmfsresearch\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1590"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}