UNM Chemical and Environmental Engineering

Our department was pleased to engage with students at Sri Sempurna International School through a talk on climate change by Professor Ir. Dr. Dominic Foo.

The session was followed by a hands-on P-graph workshop, where students explored how engineering tools can be used to compare the cost and sustainability of different travel options and make more informed decisions.

It was inspiring to see students apply engineering concepts to everyday sustainability challenges!

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

We celebrate your hard work, perseverance, and achievements as you reach this important milestone. Your journey at the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering has been filled with challenges, growth, and unforgettable experiences—and now, a new chapter begins.

As you step into the next stage of your careers, may you continue to innovate, inspire, and make a positive impact on the world through engineering.

Congratulations once again, graduates! We are proud of all that you have accomplished and can't wait to see where your journey takes you. Wishing you every success in the future!

Congratulations to Dr. Joyce Tiong!

We are proud to celebrate Dr. Joyce Tiong on receiving the Teaching and Learning Innovation Grant (TLIG) 2026.

The grant will support the development of innovative learning approaches that transform chemical engineering education through interactive, gamified digital laboratories, helping students strengthen their understanding of process control while fostering hazard awareness and a strong safety culture.

Beyond the classroom, the project also aims to inspire future engineers through STEM outreach activities for secondary school students, creating engaging and accessible learning experiences.

Congratulations to Dr. Joyce and the project team on this exciting achievement. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this initiative will have on engineering education and STEM learning.

We were delighted to welcome students and teachers from SMJK Yok Bin, Melaka and Tenby Schools Setia EcoGarden, Johor Bahru to the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering on 27 and 29 June, respectively.

Through exciting chemical demonstrations, our visitors explored how reaction rates influence the 4Ss of chemical engineering: Speed, Safety, Solution, and Savings, and discovered how chemical engineers transform raw materials into the products that power modern life.

A special highlight was the reunion between our Year 4 MEng Chemical Engineering student, Ryan Soh, and his former teachers from SMJK Yok Bin. Ryan also shared his university journey with his juniors, inspiring them to explore the exciting opportunities in chemical engineering.

Thank you to both schools for visiting us! We look forward to welcoming more future engineers to our department!

Congratulations to Professor Ir. Dr. Dominic C. Y. Foo!

We are proud to share that Professor Ir. Dr. Dominic C. Y. Foo has been honoured with the PSE Asia Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his outstanding leadership and dedicated service to the PSE Asia community. The award was granted to Prof Foo during the 12th Asian Symposium on Process Systems Engineering (PSE Asia 2026) head at Korea.

This prestigious award reflects his unwavering commitment to advancing process systems engineering, fostering international collaboration, and contributing to the growth of the engineering community across the Asian region.

Congratulations, Prof Dominic Foo, on this well-deserved recognition!

Champions of the Aspen HYSYS Competition at Insight 2026!

Congratulations to our students for emerging as Champions in the Aspen HYSYS Competition at Insight 2026, a multi-day event hosted by Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), with the final held on 2 July 2026.

This year's challenge focused on sustainable high-yield cumene production, where participants developed and simulated a complete process flowsheet, from raw benzene and propylene feedstocks to cumene production using Aspen HYSYS.

This remarkable achievement showcases our students' technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to developing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.

Congratulations to the team on this outstanding accomplishment!

Podcast Feature | Counting the Cost of Carbon Emissions: An Engineer's Perspective

How prepared are businesses for carbon emissions reporting and the transition to a low-carbon future?

Join Professor Ir. Dr. Dominic Foo, as he shares insights on decarbonisation strategies and how Carbon Emissions Pinch Analysis (CEPA) can help organisations identify pathways towards reducing emissions.

Listen to the podcast here: https://www.bfm.my/content/podcast/counting-the-cost-of-carbon-emissions-an-engineers-perspective

We are proud to be part of a global university community that has once again been recognised among the world's top 100 universities in the QS World University Rankings 2027.

This achievement reflects the dedication of our staff, students, alumni, and partners in advancing excellence in education, research, and innovation.

Congratulations to everyone who contributes to making Nottingham a truly global university.

We're named once again among the world’s top 100 universities

The latest QS World University Rankings 2027 recognise the strength of our research, education and global outlook in a highly competitive landscape.

It also highlights our continued focus on equipping students with the knowledge, skills and experiences to succeed in their careers and shape what’s next. That’s reflected in our position as the UK’s top university for the number of UK graduates entering highly skilled employment, and as one of the most targeted universities by leading employers looking for talent.

This global top 100 recognition is shaped by the contribution of our staff, students, alumni and partners across our global community, whose work underpins everything we achieve.

🔗 Read what this result means for Nottingham www.nottingham.edu.my/NewsEvents/News/2026/the-university-of-nottingham-once-again-among-world-top-100-universities.aspx

Research.com 2026 Rankings | Engineering & Technology

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our academics who have been recognised among the leading scientists in Engineering & Technology by Research.com 2026.

👏 Professor Dominic C.Y. Foo
👏 Professor Suyin Gan
👏 Professor Hon Loong Lam

Their impactful research contributions continue to advance innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence on both national and global stages.

According to Research.com 2026, the University of Nottingham Malaysia is ranked #10 in Malaysia and #588 globally in Engineering & Technology.

Congratulations to our distinguished researchers on this remarkable achievement!

Meet Eric Chan Yuan Hui, a 2024 graduate of the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, now building his career in the Oil & Gas Consultancy industry.

Eric credits his time at UNM for providing access to valuable learning resources, industry-relevant knowledge, and a strong academic foundation. The university’s commitment to keeping its curriculum aligned with the latest industry developments helped equip him with the skills, confidence, and adaptability needed to thrive in the professional world.

We are proud to see our graduates making their mark in the industry and wish Eric continued success in his career journey.