ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR TS. DR. AZILA BINTI ADNAN
Faculty of Science & Marine Environment
azila.adnan@umt.edu.my
https://wise.umt.edu.my/azila.adnan
Executive Summary
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Expertise
LIFE SCIENCES
Biological Sciences
Biochemistry
Biopolymers and Biodegradables
Publications
Indexed Journal (Scopus & Wos)
Non-Indexed Journal
Books
Chapter In Books
Proceedings
RM841,600.00
Approved Grants
10
H-Index (Scopus)
11
Number of Projects
3
Total Postgraduate Students
PUBLICATIONS
Journals
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Article Title | Year | Journals | Indexing | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Employed Bacterial Species And Bacterial Cellulose (bc) Applications: The State Of Play | 2023 | Squalen Bulletin Of Marine And Fisheries Postharvest And Biotechnology | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 2 | Effects Of Rose-water On The Total Phenol And Flavonoid Content And Radical Scavenger Activity In Fermented Broth With Komagataeibacter Xylinus | 2024 | Umt Journal Of Undergraduate Research | MyCitex | Co Author |
| 3 | Experimental, Dft And Molecular Dynamic Simulation Of Andrographis Paniculata As Corrosion Inhibitor For Mild Steel In Artificial Seawater | 2024 | Materials Chemistry And Physics | Scopus | Co Author |
| 4 | Chemical Constituents And Antifeedant Activity Of Essential Oils From Four Selected Malaysian Local Plants Against The Invasive Red Palm Weevil Larvae | 2026 | Indonesian Journal Of Chemistry | WoS | Co Author |
| 5 | Bacterial Biorefineries: Transforming Agro-industrial Waste Into Sustainable Solutions For A Circular Bioeconomy | 2025 | Journal Of Renewable Materials | Non-Index | Co Author |
| 6 | An Observation Of Hydrocolloid Effects On Bacterial Cellulose | 2025 | Akademi Sains Malaysia Journal | MyCitex | Corresponding Author |
| 7 | Eggshells Biowaste Filler For Improving The Anticorrosive Behaviour Of Waterborne Polyurethane Coatings On Mild Steel In Artificial Seawater | 2023 | Journal Of Materials Research And Technology-jmr&t | WoS | Co Author |
| 8 | An Observation Of Hydrocolloid Effects On Bacterial Cellulose | 2025 | Asm Science Journal | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 9 | 25 Years Of Progress On Plants As Corrosion Inhibitors Through A Bibliometric Analysis Using The Scopus Database (1995-2020) | 2022 | Arabian Journal Of Chemistry | WoS | Co Author |
| 10 | The State Of Play: Symbiotic Culture Of Bacteria And Yeasts (scoby) In Textile Industry | 2024 | Jurnal Teknologi-sciences & Engineering | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 11 | Substrates And Metabolic Pathways In Symbiotic Culture Of Bacteria And Yeast (scoby) Fermentation: A Mini Review | 2022 | Jurnal Teknologi | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 12 | Total Phenolic And Flavonoid Content In The Essential Oils Of Selected Plants And Its Insecticide Activity For Sustainable Control Of Red Palm Weevil (rhynchophorus Ferrugineus) | 2025 | Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management | Scopus | Co Author |
| 13 | Frontiers In Organic Corrosion Inhibitors For Chloride And Acidic Media: A Review | 2022 | Journal Of Bio- And Tribo-corrosion | Scopus | Co Author |
| 14 | Additives And Bacterial Cellulose (bc): Friend Or Foe? | 2025 | Jurnal Teknologi-sciences & Engineering | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 15 | Dual Saccharides: How Do They Influence Bacterial Cellulose Production And Mechanical Properties? [dwi-sakarida: Bagaimana Ia Mempengaruhi Pengeluaran Dan Sifat Mekanik Selulosa Bakteria?] | 2024 | Malaysian Journal Of Analytical Sciences | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
Books
| No. | Book Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
|---|
Chapter In Books
| No. | Book Title | Chapter Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alternative Assessments In Malaysian Higher Education: Voices From The Field | Assessing Core Manipulative Skills In A Biochemistry Laboratory Practical Test | 2022 | Springer Nature | Co Author |
Proceeding
| No. | Article Title | Year | Proceeding | Indexing | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Infographics In Teaching And Learning: An Attention Grabber | 2022 | Innovating Education For A Better Tomorrow International University Carnival On E-learning (iucel) 2022 | Google Scholar |
RESEARCH GRANTS
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Grant Title | Role | Level | Funder | Value (RM) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Integrasi Just-in-time Teaching Dan Peer Instruction Melalui Aplikasi Interaktif Dalam Pengajaran Biokimia Dan Teknologi Enzim | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM10,000.00 | In Progress |
| 2 | Surface Morphology And Mechanical Features Elucidation Of Bacterial Cellulose Reinforced With Polysaccharides Derived From Marine Seaweed For Potential Bio-based Textile Applications | Project Leader | University | UMT | RM20,000.00 | In Progress |
| 3 | Elucidating The Anti-amoebic Effects Through Cysticidal Mechanisms On Acanthamoeba Cyst By Suppressing Poly(adp-ribose) Glycohydrolase (parg) Using ¿¿-glucanase-conjugated Liposome Encapsulated With Chlorhexidine | Co-Researcher | National | KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM166,800.00 | In Progress |
| 4 | Elucidation Of Anticorrosion And Self-healing Mechanisms Of Polyalthia Longifolia Leaf Extracts On Mild Steel Under Seawater Conditions For Long Shelf-life Coating Agent | Co-Researcher | National | KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM155,000.00 | In Progress |
| 5 | Elucidation Of Anticorrosion And Self-healing Mechanisms Of Polyalthia Longifolia Leaf Extracts On Mild Steel Under Seawater Conditions For Long Shelf-life Coating Agent | Co-Researcher | National | Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi (KPT) | RM155,000.00 | In Progress |
| 6 | Formulating Eco-friendly Ttohpaste From Hydroxyapatite (hap) Extracted From Fishery By-products | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM20,000.00 | In Progress |
| 7 | Penggunaan Bikar Gembira (happy Beaker) Ke Arah Pemerkasaan Kemahiran Penyediaan Dan Pencairan Larutan Dalam Biokimia | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM6,000.00 | Completed |
| 8 | Incorporating University Students` Interest Into Teaching Delivery For Effective Learning Of Biology Topics | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM7,000.00 | Completed |
| 9 | Elucidating The Mode Of Action Of Essential Oils From Four Plants Against The Invasive Red Palm Weevil And The Defence Mechanisms Of The Weevil | Co-Researcher | National | Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) | RM104,800.00 | Completed |
| 10 | Elucidation Of Surface Morphology Of Biodegradable Microbial Cellulose-reinforced With Cellulose-reinforced With P(3hb-co-4hb) Scaffold As Potential Chronic Wound Healing Biomaterial | Project Leader | National | Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) | RM92,200.00 | Completed |
| 11 | Elucidating The Mode Of Action Of Essential Oils From Four Plants Against Invasive Red Palm Weevil And The Defense Mechanisms Of The Weevil | Co-Researcher | National | KPM | RM104,800.00 | In Progress |
TEACHING
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Subject Name | Degree Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Industrial Training | Bachelor |
| 2 | Enzyme Technology | Bachelor |
| 3 | Basic Microbiology | Bachelor |
| 4 | Biochemistry | Bachelor |
POSTGRADUATE STUDENT
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Student Name | Degree | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wan Mohamad Ikhmal Bin Wan Mohamad Kamaruzzaman | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 2 | Nurul Nadhirah Binti Ruzelan | Master | Completed |
| 3 | Wan Syahiidah Binti Wan Abd Aziz | Master | Completed |
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTIES
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | IP Title | IP Type | IP Status | Reference ID | Year |
|---|
CONSULTANCY
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Title | Date | Level | Client Name |
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KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Title | Year | Level | Collaborator | Funder |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pelaksanaan Program Pendayaan Komuniti Universiti Awam (komuniti@unimadani) Tahun 2025 Di Bawah Kementerian Kewangan Malaysia (mof) | 2025 - 2026 | National | Community | none |
| 2 | Program Sti 100(3) Bersama Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (umt) Dan Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Sungai Tong, Setiu Terengganu | 2025 - 2025 | National | Community | none |
AWARDS
| No. | Name of Awards/Recognition | Awarding Institution | Year Awarded | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Made By Microbes; Ready For The Runway | Unisza | 2025 | National |
| 2 | Metaboliic Metropolis: Navigating Glycolysis, Krebs Cycle, And Electron Highway | Umt | 2024 | National |
| 3 | Metabolic Metropolis: Navigating Glycolysis, Krebs Cycle And Electron Highway | Umt | 2024 | National |
| 4 | Sugar Rush To Cellular Energy: The Chronicles Of Pathway | Ukm | 2023 | National |
| 5 | Visualize Your Ideas: The Power Of Infographic Notes | Tatiuc-umt-unisza | 2023 | National |
| 6 | Best Oral Presenter | University Of Nottingham Malaysia | 2023 | International |
| 7 | Infographics: The Imagery Messenger | Uthm | 2022 | National |
| 8 | Illustrative Mind-maps (imm): Make It Memorable | Unisza | 2022 | National |
| 9 | Draaby: Your Biochemistry Buddy | Uitm | 2022 | National |
| 10 | The Metabolic Town: Where Does It Go? | Uitm | 2022 | International |
| 11 | Infographics In Teaching And Learning: An Attention Grabber | Upm | 2022 | International |
