Biosciences Department of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

We are proud to see our staff, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Norahim representing Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) in the Erasmus Mobility Week programme in Türkiye. The programme strengthens global academic engagement through knowledge exchange, networking, and international collaboration opportunities.

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UTM Strengthens Global Engagement through Erasmus+ Mobility Week in Türkiye Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) strengthened its global engagement through participation in the 12th Erasmus+ International Staff Mobility Week in Türkiye, where it shared best practices on international cooperation and global engagement strategies with universities from Europe, Asia, and Afric...

HAPPY RETIREMENT

All members of the Department of Biosciences would like to express our highest appreciation and heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Adibah Binti Yahya, University Lecturer (DS13), for her invaluable service, dedication, and contributions throughout her tenure at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, from 3 November 2000 to 25 February 2026.

Although her retirement officially began in February, we were delighted to gather today to celebrate and bid her a proper farewell.

We wish her continued good health, happiness, and precious moments with her beloved family.

Thank you for your years of service and commitment. You will be greatly missed.

Our third year Biology and Biotechnology students just finished their nerve -wrecking Final Year Undergraduate Project (FYUP) proposals! Students in our program have to conduct research under the supervision of faculty members in a wide range of biological niche areas.

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3RD CALL FOR PAPERS: AFOBMCIS 2026
📢 Greetings from AFOB Malaysia Chapter!

🌍 Join Us at the 6th AFOB Malaysia Chapter International Symposium (AFOBMCIS 2026)

✨ Theme: Advancing Future Directions in Biotechnology for Planetary Health

🗓️ Date: 6–9 September 2026 (Hybrid Symposium)
📍 Venue: Novotel Johor Bahru, Malaysia

🔬 Engage with leading experts, cutting-edge research, and global collaborations across key areas:
* Agricultural & Food Biotechnology
* Applied Microbiology
* Biopharmaceutical and Medical Biotechnology
* Biocatalysis and Protein Engineering
* Bioprocess and Bioseparation Engineering
* Bioenergy and Biorefinery
* Environmental Biotechnology
* Marine Biotechnology
* Nanobiotechnology, Biosensors and Biochips
* Systems and Synthetic Biotechnology
* Tissue Engineering and Biomaterials
* Bioindustry Promotion and Bioeducation

🎤 Plenary Speakers:
* Prof. Dr. Hyung Joon Cha (POSTECH, Korea)
* Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pilar Blancafort (UWA, Australia)

📢 CALL FOR PAPERS NOW OPEN!

⏳ Important Dates:
* Early Bird Submission: Before 1 June 2026
* Standard Submission: Before 1 August 2026

💰 Flexible registration (Physical & Virtual) + Awards for Best Poster & Young Researcher

💡 Organized by AFOB Malaysia Chapter & UTM, this event offers inspiring talks, networking opportunities, and insights into advancing biotechnology for planetary health.

👉 For more details:
📞 Dr Khairunadwa Jemon (Secretary): +60 137735997
📞 Dr Nurriza Ab Latif (Registration): +60 1137706284
📧 [email protected]
🌐 Visit: www.afobmc.my

We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting symposium!
2026 # Planetary # Health

BioBuzz (October–December 2025)

We are pleased to share the Department Bulletin covering activities and achievements from October to December 2025.

Although slightly delayed, we believe these highlights remain worth celebrating and documenting. Thank you for your continued support and involvement in making these initiatives successful.

To read the full bulletin, please visit:
🔗 https://science.utm.my/biosciences/biobuzz-2/

Enjoy the read!

The qPCR workshop is a wrap! 🎉
We are proud to share the successful completion of the RT-qPCR Workshop for Beginners: From Concepts to Practice, organized by the NatPro Research Group, Faculty of Science, UTM, in collaboration with Biotek Abadi.

This workshop reflects our department’s strong commitment to empowering researchers and students with essential molecular biology skills, bridging theory with hands-on practice.

Ready to transform your molecular biology skills? The Natural Product Research Group (NatPro), Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), in collaboration with Biotek Abadi, is pleased to announce the Real-Time qPCR Workshop for Beginners: From Concepts to Practice.

Join us and gain hands-on experience that takes you from theory to real-world application!

Workshop Details:
📅 Date: 21–22 January 2026

🕗 Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Venue: Genetic Engineering Lab, Level 2 T02, Faculty of Science, UTM Skudai, Johor

Turn Concepts into Confidence. Make Every Cycle Count!

👉 Secure Your Spot Now: Scan the QR code or click here: https://tinyurl.com/2cv3edv6

Pharma in Real Life : Exclusive Visit to Duopharma HAPI

On 4th Dec 2025, 10 Pharmaceutical Biotechnology students from UTM had the incredible opportunity to visit Duopharma HAPI, Glenmarie, accompanied by Dr. Mohd Helmi Sani.

Welcomed warmly by Mr. Ashraaf and hosted by an amazing team, students were treated to engaging briefings by representatives from various departments – Production, QC Lab, Formulation, and Analytical Labs – followed by a guided tour of the facility.

From experiencing full PPE gowning to touring labs and production lines, students made the most of the visit by actively engaging and asking meaningful questions.

Huge thanks to the Duopharma HAPI team for the generous hospitality and insightful sessions. It was truly a visit filled with knowledge, exposure, and inspiration!

Exploring Innovation: UTM Industrial Biology Students at Insulet Factory Tour

6th January 2025

A group of 20 final-year students from the Pharmaceutical Biotechnology program, accompanied by Ts. Dr. Syazwani Itri Amran and Dr. Mohd Helmi Sani, had the opportunity to visit Insulet Malaysia recently.

The group was warmly welcomed by Mr. Ragvinder Singh and Ms. Uma Muthalu, who hosted the visit. The session featured an insightful sharing by Mr. Daniel Lang, Director of Manufacturing, on the history of Insulet and the development of their insulin-delivery innovation – Omnipod 5.

The students were taken on a facility tour, where they observed the end-to-end manufacturing process of the Omnipod device — from component assembly to packaging.

Student Feedback Highlights:
✅ Insightful sharing & interactive Q&A
✅ Clear explanation about the company & product development
✅ Real-time observation of robotic assembly and production workflow
✅ Excellent hospitality

A valuable learning experience that bridges classroom knowledge with real-world applications! Thank you Insulet for the warm welcome and unforgettable exposure.

News and photos by Dr. Syazwani Itri Amran