Physical Science Research Centre
Center Leader
Assoc. Prof. Dr Lim Teck Hock
Analysis, Testing and Materials Research Group (Analysis@TAR)
Research Group Members
AP Dr Liew Chiam Wen, Asst. Prof. Dr Teo Li Ping, Asst. Prof. Dr Chong Kian Wei, AP Dr Yue Chen Son, Asst. Prof. Dr Tan Siew San, Asst. Prof. Dr Ng Kim Hooi, Asst. Prof. Dr Tan Thiam Seng, Mr Chong Nyok Kian, Asst. Prof. Dr Loo Pak Kwan
This list is non-exhaustive, FOAS and TAR UMT researchers are welcome to join the (Analysis@TAR) should their area of interest align to the Centre’s objectives, vision and rationale.
Location: FOAS labs- D312, D313
Objectives
The Analysis, Testing and Materials Research Group (Analysis@TAR) brings together analytical chemists working in the fields of Chemistry and its sub-disciplines, with the following aims:
Beyond Education -To promote undergraduate research and postgraduate training through industrial and demand-driven approach
Research and Development - To undertake strategic research in key areas aligned to our team expertise in the area of Analysis, Testing and Materials Research
Collaboration - To serve as a science hub for industrial partners and to contribute to Malaysia’s scientific industry
Pre-commercialization - To create and encourage an entrepreneurial culture in the pre-commercialization development of research and technology outputs from Analysis, Testing and Materials Research
Vision
The Analysis, Testing and Materials Research Group (Analysis@TAR) aspires towards becoming an all-round analytical services provider to assist companies and enterprises to achieve their goals successfully.
Rationale and Research Plan
a) Research and Development - to explore funding opportunities and to seek for potential research and development opportunities from the industrial and external organizations.
b) Collaboration - to strengthen collaboration in multi-disciplinary projects in terms of leveraging on the team’s expertise and facility availability.
c) Consultancy - to work with small medium-sized enterprises, and industrial players in Analysis, Testing and Materials Research.
d) Training and Knowledge Exchange - to provide the platform for conferences, seminars, road shows, and presentations for upskilling and reskilling to resilience in the dynamic environment.
Nutraceutical Chemistry Research Group (NutraChem@TAR)
Research Group Members
AP Dr Tan Ming Yueh, AP Dr Tan Siow Ping
This list is non-exhaustive, FOAS and TAR UMT researchers are welcome to join the NutraChem@TARC should their area of interest align to the Centre’s objectives, vision and rationale.
Location: FOAS Chemistry lab - D313
Objectives
The NutraChem@TAR, brings together researchers working in the fields of food chemistry, natural products, drug discovery and organic synthesis, with the following aims:
Beyond Education -To promote undergraduate research and postgraduate training through industrial and demand-driven approach
Research and Development - To undertake strategic research in key areas aligned to our team expertise in the area of Molecular Discovery and Synthesis Research
Collaboration - To serve as a science hub for industrial partners and to contribute to Malaysia’s scientific industry
Pre-commercialization - To create and encourage an entrepreneurial culture in the pre-commercialization development of research and technology outputs from Molecular Discovery and Synthesis Research
Vision
Nutraceutical Chemistry Research Group (NutraChem@TAR) focuses on discovering, designing and synthesizing natural and novel synthetic molecules, inspired by biological molecules derived from food and nature. Research activities are mainly focused on the structural exploration of natural molecules, and the design and development of new synthetic methods for novel molecules, which will lead to the discovery of new or potential bioactive precursors, as well as advanced molecules for industrial applications.
Rationale and Research Plan
a) Research and Development - to explore funding opportunities and to seek potential research and development opportunities from the industrial and external organizations.
b) Collaboration - to strengthen collaboration in multi-disciplinary projects in terms of leveraging on the team’s expertise and facility availability.
c) Consultancy - to work with small medium-sized enterprises and industrial players in Molecular Discovery and Synthesis Research.
d) Training and Knowledge Exchange - to provide the platform for conferences, seminars, road shows, and presentations for upskilling and reskilling to resilience in the dynamic environment.
Environment and Green Chemistry Research Group (GreenChem@TAR)
Research Group Members
Asst. Prof. Dr Chong Kian Wei, AP Yue Chen Son, Asst. Prof. Dr Ng Kim Hooi, Asst. Prof. Dr Ho Mui Yen (FOET), Asst. Prof. Dr Tan Siew San, Asst. Prof. Dr Teo Li Peng
This list is non-exhaustive, FOAS and TAR UMT researchers are welcome to join the NanoTech should their area of interest align to the Centre’s objectives, vision and rationale.
Location: SD001 and SD002, East Campus, TAR UMT
Objectives
The Environment and Green Chemistry Research Group (GreenChem@TAR) brings together researchers working in the field of nanotechnology and its sub-disciplines, with the following aims:
Beyond Education -To promote undergraduate research and postgraduate training through industrial and demand-driven approach
Research and Development - To undertake strategic research in key areas aligned to our team expertise in the area of Nanotechnology Research
Collaboration - To serve as a science hub for industrial partners and to contribute to Malaysia’s scientific industry
Pre-commercialization - To create and encourage an entrepreneurial culture in the pre-commercialization development of research and technology outputs from Nanotechnology Research
Vision
The Environment and Green Chemistry Research Group (GreenChem@TAR) integrates interdisciplinary research and it aims to apply nanomaterials and nanotechnology in industrial, medicinal, and energy with an overall aim to assist institutions and companies achieve its SDGs and ESG goals. The NanoTech core sectors of expertise are in these areas:
Nanomaterials Synthesis
Characterization
Integrating nanomaterials into nanotechnology capable of providing greener chemicals testing and Analysis
Rationale and Research Plan
a) Research and Development - to explore funding opportunities and to seek for potential research and development opportunities from the industrial and external organizations.
b) Collaboration - to strengthen collaboration in multi-disciplinary projects in terms of leveraging with the team expertise and facility availability.
c) Consultancy - to work with small medium-sized enterprises, and industrial players in Nanotechnology Research.
d) Training and Knowledge Exchange - to provide the platform for conferences, seminars, road shows, and presentations for upskilling and reskilling to resilience in the dynamic environment.
Polymer Chemistry Research Group (PolyChem@TAR)
Research Group Members
Prof Phang Sook Wai, AP Dr Liew Chiam Wen, Dr Sin Sau Ling, Dr Teo Li Ping, Ms Wong Pei Yin
This list is non-exhaustive, FOAS and TAR UMT researchers are welcome to join the NanoTech should their area of interest align to the Centre’s objectives, vision and rationale.
Location: SD105, East Campus, TAR UMT
Objectives
The Polymer Chemistry Research (PolyChem@TAR) brings together researchers working in the field of polymers and its sub-disciplines, with the following aims:
Beyond Education -To promote undergraduate research and postgraduate training through industrial and demand-driven approach
Research and Development - To undertake strategic research in key areas aligned to our team expertise in the area of Advanced Polymer Research
Collaboration - To serve as a science hub for industrial partners and to contribute to Malaysia’s scientific industry
Pre-commercialization - To create and encourage an entrepreneurial culture in the pre-commercialization development of research and technology outputs from Polymer Research
Vision
The Polymer Chemistry Research (PolyChem@TAR) integrates interdisciplinary research and it aims to apply polymer and nanotechnology in industrial, medicinal, and energy with an overall aim to assist institutions and companies to achieve their SDGs and ESG goals. The PolyChem@TAR core sectors of expertise are in these areas:
Polymer Synthesis
Characterization
Integrating polymers such as PUs and Polyanilines into technologies capable of providing solution for insulation industry, sensors and heavy metal treatment
Rationale and Research Plan
a) Research and Development - to explore funding opportunities and to seek for potential research and development opportunities from the industrial and external organizations.
b) Collaboration - to strengthen collaboration in multi-disciplinary projects in terms of leveraging with the team expertise and facility availability.
c) Consultancy - to work with small medium-sized enterprises, and industrial players in Nanotechnology Research.
d) Training and Knowledge Exchange - to provide the platform for conferences, seminars, road shows, and presentations for upskilling and reskilling to resilience in the dynamic environment.