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The Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), proudly congratulates Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nabilah Kasim<\/strong> from the Department of Physics<\/strong>, together with her multidisciplinary team, for winning the Silver Medal<\/strong> at the New Academia Learning Innovation (NALI) 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Their award-winning project, titled \u201cIntegrating AI for Smart Hydroponics for STEM Education: Eco-Sight Botanic,\u201d<\/strong> showcases a transformative approach to teaching and learning by integrating artificial intelligence (AI)<\/strong> and Internet of Things (IoT)<\/strong> technologies into hydroponic systems. The project empowers students to engage in real-time monitoring and optimization of plant growth, combining environmental awareness with data-driven decision-making in STEM education.<\/p>\n The project team comprises:<\/p>\n Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nabilah Kasim<\/strong> (Project Leader, Department of Physics, Faculty of Science)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Dr. Norhafezaidi Mat Saman<\/strong> (Faculty of Electrical Engineering \u2013 FKE)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Dr. Nadirah Darus<\/strong> (Faculty of Civil Engineering \u2013 FKA)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n En. Mohd Iskandar Ishak<\/strong> (UTM Graduate Studies \u2013 UGS)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n En. Ikhwan Hakim Abd Samat<\/strong> (Faculty of Electrical Engineering \u2013 FCEE)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n En. Muhammad Daniel Mohd Zulkepli<\/strong> (FKE)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n En. Mohd Hafiq bin Abu Bakar<\/strong> (FKE)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n En. Joshu Leonardy Lie<\/strong> (FKE)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n This innovative educational tool, known as Eco-Sight Botanic<\/strong>, enables the integration of AI and IoT in sustainable agriculture<\/strong>, encouraging students to develop digital skills while understanding the principles of smart farming. It represents a powerful convergence of technology, science, and sustainability\u2014key elements in the future of STEM-based learning.<\/p>\n The invention is featured in the Faculty of Science research highlights: The recognition at NALI 2025<\/strong> reflects UTM\u2019s continuous drive to promote innovative, technology-enhanced learning ecosystems<\/strong>, aligning with the university\u2019s vision to nurture creative, future-ready graduates<\/strong> equipped with both scientific knowledge and technological competency.<\/p>\n\n
\ud83d\udd17 Eco-Sight Botanic: STEM AI and IoT-Driven Hydroponic Innovation Transforming STEM Education<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n