POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
Ramana Dewi A/P Ganesraoo
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Honours), 2023, University Teknologi PETRONAS
Research Title: Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles using a Hybrid Deep Eutectic Solvent-empty Fruit Bunch Extract System for the Detection of Heavy Metals and Pesticides in Water
Summary: This study develops a green and sustainable method to synthesize silver nanoparticles using a hybrid Deep Eutectic Solvent–Empty Fruit Bunch (DES–EFB) system. The approach combines eco-friendly solvents with palm biomass extracts to produce stable nanoparticles for colorimetric detection of heavy metals and pesticides in water. It supports Malaysia’s green chemistry and biomass valorization efforts while offering a low-cost, visual sensing platform for environmental monitoring.
Email: ramanasophia@yahoo.com
Nurina Batrisyia Binti Mohamad Noor
B.Eng (Hons) Chemical Engineering Bioprocess ,2024, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Research Title: Green Extraction of High Purity Lignin from Empty Fruit Bunch using Ternary Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents with High Pressure Conditions
Summary: This research aims to develop a green and efficient method for extracting high-purity lignin from Empty Fruit Bunch, a major byproduct of the palm oil industry. Using ternary natural deep eutectic solvents composed of safe, natural components, the process enables effective lignin dissolution under high-pressure conditions, enhancing extraction yield while reducing energy consumption. Compared to conventional methods, this approach is faster, cleaner, and more sustainable, thereby contributing to the advancement of green technology and the circular economy.
Email: nurinabatrisyia04@gmail.com
Sajjad Hussain
Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering), 2023, Dawood University of Engineering & Technology Karachi, Pakistan
Research Title: Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents for the Extraction of Micro-nano Plastics
Summary: My study investigates the use of Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents (NADES) as an efficient and environmentally friendly way to remove micro and nanoplastics from aqueous solutions, offering a greener alternative to traditional and advanced extraction techniques.
Email: sajjadhb04@student.usm.my
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Leong Thong Yan, iFYP with Infineon
Khong Xin Yi, iFYP with Infineon
Alan Schumacher Matius KB
GRADUATED MEMBERS
Thaaranni A/P Bashkeran
PhD (Chemical Engineering), 2025, Universiti Sains Malaysia
BEng (Hons) (Chemical Engineering), 2021, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Research Title: Development of Niosomes Containing Deeep Eutectic Solvents to Enhance the Curcumin Bioavailability
Email: thaaranni012@gmail.com
Faiznur Mohd Fuad
PhD (Chemical Engineering), 2024, Universiti Sains Malaysia
MSc (Chemical Engineering), 2016, Universiti Sains Malaysia
BEng (Hons) (Chemical Engineering), 2013, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Research Title: Ultrasound-assisted Extraction of Asiaticoside from Centella Asiatica using Betaine-based Deep Eutectic Solvent
Email: faiznur@uitm.edu.my
Shu Meng Hong
MSc. in Chemical Engineering, 2024, Universiti Sains Malaysia
BEng. Tech. (Hons) (Industrial Biotechnology), 2019, Universiti Malaysia Perlis
Research Title: Formulation, Characterization and Optimization of Choline Chloride Based Natural Deep Eutectic Solvent for Extraction of Cinnamaldehyde and Cinnamic
Acid from Cinnamomum cassia
Email: m.hong12313@gmail.com
Farhana Nazira Idris
PhD in Chemical Engineering, 2021, Universiti Sains Malaysia
MSc (Microbiology), 2012, Universiti Sains Malaysia
BSc (Hons) (Applied Biology), 2008, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Research Title: Optimization of One-Step Solvent-Free Microwave Extraction of Bioactive
Compounds from Centella Asiatica
Email: farhana_nazira@yahoo.com
Gong Wee Jie
MSc. in Chemical Engineering, 2020, Universiti Sains Malaysia
BEng. (Hons) Chemical Engineering, 2017, SEGi University
Research Title: Ultrasonic Assisted Extraction of Etlingera elatior Leaves: Optimization,
Characterization and Kinetic Studies
Email: wjgong10@gmail.com
Lau Sin Mun
MSc. in Chemical Engineering, 2019, Universiti Sains Malaysia
BEng. Tech. (Hons) (Industrial Biotechnology), 2015, University Malaysia Perlis
Research Title: In situ Enzymatic Synthesis of Collagen-Chitosan Hydrogel Using Ultrasonic Pretreated Collagen
Email: sinmun3587@hotmail.com
FINAL YEAR PROJECTS
Bella Irina Rebi Anak John (2025), iFYP with Teleflex
Chong Yong Sheng (2025), iFYP with Infineon
Muhammad Noor Hakimi Bin Kaharudin (2025), iFYP with EMZI Holding Sdn Bhd
Najihatul Syahirah Binti Mohamad Din (2025), iFYP with EMZI Holding Sdn Bhd
Chong Jia Ying (2024), iFYP with Infineon
Hebatallah Mohanad Nghaimesh (2024)
Rachel Cheah Xin Ying (2024)
Tan Kian Seng (2023)
Nornafeela Khan Binti Naseem Khan (2023)
Nor Ashikin Binti Shahrani (2023)
Teh Yoong Sin (2022)
Muhamad Zulhelmi bin Nor Arzuan (2022)
Nurul Nadia binti Muhammad (2022)
Tan Kai Qi (2021)
Nathan Deva (2021)
Saranya Thinagar (2021)
Nur Lydea Saffiqah Binti Sabri (2021)
Kishentar Raja Kumar (2020)
See Khai Teng (2020)
Kanagesvari K. Annamalai (2020)
Chin Jing Yi (2019)
Kalaivani A/P Rangasamy (2019)
Nur Aisyah binti Shafie (2019)
Saravanan Reddy A/L Kalidas (2018)
Muhammad Ridhwaan Bin Mohd Bakhtiar (2018)
Gopal A/L Kananiasan (2018)
Khairunisa Hat (2017)
Nor Ezaney Ibrahim (2017)
Chan Pei Juan (2016)
Nur Syahirah Adibah Pakir (2016)
Hasif Mior Hakim (2016)
Tan Wei Fen (2015)
Barataraj A/L Buskaran (2015)
Farah Dhaniyah Binti Anour (2015)
Hong Ming Ming (2014)
Zainal Hafizi Bin Rosli (2014)