PROFESIONAL

I am a dedicated professional with extensive expertise in agribusiness, plant biotechnology, and bioentrepreneurship. My academic career spans eight years at the University of Manchester, where I earned a BSc in Biotechnology (Enterprise) and a PhD in Plant Sciences, funded by Biasiswa Yang di-Pertuan Agong. For the past 8 years, I have been a dedicated senior lecturer of Universiti Putra Malaysia, where I have been directly involved in designing bachelor and taught master's curricula, teaching various undergraduate and postgraduate courses, and supervising final-year, master's, and PhD students. My research endeavours have secured over RM 300,000 in grants and resulted in more than 15 journal publications, including 9 high-impact papers. I have actively contributed to the faculty and university through numerous committee positions and leadership roles. I am actively engaged in community and industry relations, participating in school outreach, student empowerment, and environmental conservation initiatives. I have collaborated with organizations like Bioeconomy Corporation, SME Bank, Cradle Fund, SSM, MyIPO, NPRA, MABIC, MTDC and many more. I have attended over 15 international and local conferences and participated in more than 30 professional trainings. My international linkages include research with the University of Manchester and NIAB, UK, and teaching collaborations with Swinburne University of Technology, Australia, and Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia. Committed to fostering knowledge, educating future generations, and addressing food security and environmental sustainability, I am confident in my ability to contribute significantly to your dedication.