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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. EFFI HELMY BIN ARIFFIN

Institute of Oceanography & Environment
effihelmy@umt.edu.my
https://wise.umt.edu.my/effihelmy

Executive Summary

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Expertise

LIFE SCIENCES

Marine Sciences
Marine Hazard
Coastal Erosion
Publications
Indexed Journal (Scopus & Wos)
Non-Indexed Journal
Books
Chapter In Books
Proceedings

RM8,845,650.42

Approved Grants

22

H-Index (Scopus)

31

Number of Projects

29

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 Rain, Rain, Go Away, Come Again Another Day: Do Climate Variations Enhance The Spread Of Covid-19? 2024 Globalization And Health WoS Corresponding Author
2 Distribution And Diversity Of Mangrove Swamp Benthic Foraminifera From The Kelantan Delta, Peninsular Malaysia 2025 Regional Studies In Marine Science Scopus Co Author
3 Smart Decision, Swift Rescue: An Analytic Hierarchy Process Analysis 2026 Journal Of Contingencies And Crisis Management Scopus Co Author
4 Isotopic Signatures Of Mollusk Shells As Proxies Of Tropical Coastal Environmental Scenarios, Southeast Coast Of India 2026 Marine Pollution Bulletin Scopus Co Author
5 Adoption Of Social Media As A Learning Technology In Maritime Education 2026 Maritime Technology And Research Scopus Co Author
6 A Multi-hazards Coastal Vulnerability Index Of The East Coast Of Peninsular Malaysia 2023 International Journal Of Disaster Risk Reduction Scopus Main Author, Corresponding Author
7 Community Engagement And Social Innovation Through Knowledge Transfer: Micro Evidence From Setiu Fishermen In Terengganu, Malaysia 2023 Journal Of The Knowledge Economy Scopus Co Author
8 Adaptation Of Coastal Defence Structure As A Mechanism To Alleviate Coastal Erosion In Monsoon Dominated Coast Of Peninsular Malaysia 2023 Journal Of Environmental Management Scopus Corresponding Author
9 Southern South China Sea Dynamics: Sea Level Change From Coupled Model Intercomparison Project Phase 6 (cmip6) In The 21st Century 2023 Journal Of Marine Science And Engineering Scopus Co Author
10 Landslide Susceptibility Mapping In A Mountainous Area Using Machine Learning Algorithms 2023 Remote Sensing WoS Co Author
11 Mapping The Link Between Riverbank Erosion And Research Attributes: A Global Research Overview 2024 Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management Scopus Co Author
12 Heave Response Amplitude Operator Of Point Absorber Wave Energy Converter In Low Wave Energy 2024 Journal Of Advanced Research Design Scopus Co Author
13 Impact Of Storm Pabuk On A Monsoon Coral Beach: Bidong Island, Terengganu (malaysia) 2025 Marine Geology Scopus Co Author
14 Developments In Deep Learning Algorithms For Coastline Extraction From Remote Sensing Imagery: A Systematic Review 2025 Earth Science Informatics WoS Co Author
15 Wave-tide Depositional Setting On The Middle To Late Miocene Outcrops In Miri, Sarawak And Brunei Darussalam, Northwest Borneo 2025 Bulletin Of The Geological Society Of Malaysia Scopus Co Author
16 Significant Wave Height Modelling And Simulation Of The Monsoon-influenced South China Sea Coast 2023 Ocean Engineering Scopus Corresponding Author
17 A Systematic Review Of Jetty-induced Downdrift Coastal Erosion Management 2024 Regional Studies In Marine Science Scopus Co Author
18 Quantifying Coastal Cliff Retreat, Sediment Volume, And Dynamics Using Photogrammetry And Geospatial Analysis In The Penestin Peninsula, France 2025 Geomorphology WoS Co Author
19 Reflectance Spectroscopy Reveals Mineralogy And Preservation Of Ceramics From The Bidong Shipwreck 2025 Scientific Reports WoS Co Author
20 Coastal Protection By A Stepped Concrete Revetment In Thailand 2022 Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management Scopus Co Author
21 Assessment Of Shoreline Changes For The Selangor Coast, Malaysia, Using The Digital Shoreline Analysis System Technique 2023 Urban Science WoS Co Author
22 The Morphodynamics Of Wave On A Monsoon-dominated Coasts: West Coast Of Got 2023 Regional Studies In Marine Science Scopus Corresponding Author
23 Benthic Foraminifera As Environmental Indicators In The Lagoon And Mangrove Environments Of Langkawi, Malaysia 2023 Marine Geology WoS Co Author
24 Assessment Of Nesting Beach And Reproductive Output Of Critically Endangered Painted Terrapins (batagur Borneoensis) In Terengganu, Malaysia 2024 Journal Of Coastal Conservation Scopus Corresponding Author
25 Short-term Shoreline Evolution Mapping By Using Uav 2024 Journal Of Advanced Research In Applied Sciences And Engineering Technology Scopus Co Author
26 Storm Surge Induced By 2019 Tropical Storm Pabuk And Impact On The Shoreline In Kuala Nerus Terengganu, East Coast Of Peninsular Malaysia 2024 Regional Studies In Marine Science Scopus Corresponding Author
27 Seasonal Variability On Cross-shore Profile In Meso-tidal Settings Due To Lunar Cycle Effects In Kuala Terengganu Coast 2024 Thalassas WoS Corresponding Author
28 Using Piles For Wave Reduction And Coastal Protection: A Review 2024 Regional Studies In Marine Science Scopus Co Author
29 Impact Of Lagoon Outlet Dynamics And Heavy Metal Pollution On Benthic Foraminifera In Nellore Coast, East Coast Of India: Implications For Coastal Development 2025 Marine Pollution Bulletin WoS Co Author
30 Environmental Impacts Of Shore Revetment 2023 Heliyon Scopus Co Author
31 Enhancing Snow Avalanche Susceptibility Assessment With Meta-heuristic Optimization And Deep Learning Algorithms 2025 International Journal Of Environmental Science And Technology Scopus Co Author
32 Revealing Microplastic Contamination In Mangrove Sediments From Setiu Wetlands, Malaysia 2025 Indonesian Journal Of Chemistry WoS Co Author
33 Coastal Hazard Risk And Socio-economic Implications Of Rising Sea Levels In Pahang And Selangor 2025 Water Conservation And Management Scopus Co Author
34 Evaluating Sea Level Changes In Southeast Asia: Insights From Cmip6 Projections Under The Ssp3-7.0 Scenario 2025 Water Conservation And Management Scopus Co Author
35 Satellite-based Multi-decadal Shoreline Change Detection By Integrating Deep Learning With Dsas: Eastern And Southern Coastal Regions Of Peninsular Malaysia 2025 Remote Sensing WoS Co Author
36 Jeopardizing The Environment With Beach Nourishment 2023 Science Of The Total Environment Scopus Co Author
37 Erosion Rate Estimation In Kuala Terengganu Coastline For Sustainable Coastal Community 2023 Planning Malaysia Scopus Co Author
38 Sand Dune Restoration As Sustainable Natural Architectural Design For Coastal Protection Along Seasonal Storm-prone Beach 2024 Results In Engineering Scopus Corresponding Author
39 Assessment And Perspectives: Polymer-supported Nanomaterials For Environmental Remediation And Sustainability: A Critical Review 2025 Acs Es&t Water WoS Co Author
40 Wave-driven Process Influencing Aeolian Sediment Transport In Beach Dune Systems: A Review 2025 Maritime Technology And Research Scopus Corresponding Author
41 Index Based Assessment Of Coastal Vulnerability Along The West Coast Of Peninsular Malaysia: Evidence Of Climate Change And Anthropogenic Impacts 2026 Ocean & Coastal Management WoS Corresponding Author
42 Current Challenges In Coastal Erosion Management For Southern Asian Regions: Examples From Thailand, Malaysia, And Sri Lanka 2023 Anthropocene Coasts Scopus Corresponding Author
43 Investigating Sustainable Communication Strategies For Managing Coastal Erosion Among The Terengganu Coastal Communities, Malaysia 2023 Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management Scopus Corresponding Author
44 Wave Force On Breakwater With Multiangle Oblique Waves During Monsoon Season 2024 Journal Of Advanced Research In Fluid Mechanics And Thermal Sciences Scopus Co Author
45 Quantifying Coastal Cliff Retreat, Sediment Volume, And Dynamics Using Photogrammetry And Geospatial Analysis In The Pénestin Peninsula, France 2025 Geomorphology Scopus Co Author
46 Numerical Modelling Of Wave Height Using Wind-tide Interactions In Coastal Flooding 2025 Journal Of Advanced Research In Fluid Mechanics And Thermal Sciences Scopus Co Author
47 Analysis Of Lithological Aspects And Their Influence On Slope Stability Of The Failed Riverbank In Ajil, Hulu Terengganu, Malaysia 2025 Indonesian Journal Of Geoscience WoS Co Author
48 Environmental Impact Of Submerged And Emerged Breakwaters 2023 Heliyon Scopus Co Author
49 Spatial Prediction Of Landslides Using Hybrid Multi-criteria Decision-making Methods: A Case Study Of The Saqqez-marivan Mountain Road In Iran 2023 Land WoS Co Author
50 Study On Wave Overtopping Discharge Affected By Guiding Wall Angle Of Wave Dragon Device Using Flow-3d Software 2024 Journal Of Advanced Research In Applied Sciences And Engineering Technology Scopus Co Author
51 The Impact Of Climate Change On Coastal Erosion In Southeast Asia And The Compelling Need To Establish Robust Adaptation Strategies 2024 Heliyon WoS Corresponding Author
52 Vulnerability Assessment Of Coastal Groundwater Wells In Terengganu Using Trust Index 2025 Bulletin Of The Geological Society Of Malaysia Scopus Co Author
53 B-spline Model Based On Pythagorean Fuzzy Approach To Handle Uncertainty In Ocean Wave Datasets 2025 Opsearch WoS Co Author
54 The Effects Of Seasonal Monsoon And Coastal Defence Structures On Littoral Transport Off The Terengganu Coast (malaysia) 2025 Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management Scopus Co Author
55 Coastal Morphological Changes And Response To Typhoon Rai Events In Pahang’s Coastline 2026 Regional Studies In Marine Science Scopus Co Author

Books

No. Book Title Year Publisher Authorship

Chapter In Books

No. Book Title Chapter Title Year Publisher Authorship

Proceeding

No. Article Title Year Proceeding Indexing Authorship
1 Empowering Community Leadership In Coastal Dune Vegetation Management As A Nature-based Solution (nbs) For Sustainable Coastal Environments 2026 Iop Conference Series: Earth And Environmental Science Scopus Co Author
2 Evaluation Of Student Perspectives And Awareness Regarding Kenyir Geopark 2024 Bio Web Of Conferences Scopus Co Author
3 Analysis Of Cubic Ramp Geometry For The Overtopping Breakwater For Energy Conversion: A Cfd And Experimental Study 2026 Iop Conference Series: Earth And Environmental Science Scopus Co Author
4 Recent Advances (2022-2025) In Enhancing Port Performance 2025 Iop Conference Series: Earth And Environmental Science Scopus Co Author
5 Questionable Wave Direction Extracted From The Ecmwf Database 2024 Lecture Notes In Civil Engineering Scopus Co Author
6 Numerical Simulation For Overtopping Discharge On Tetrapod Breakwater 2023 Aip Conference Proceedings Scopus Co Author
7 Automatic Extraction Of Kuala Terengganu Coastline Using Google Earth Engine (gee) By Automated Water Extraction Index (awei) 2024 Iop Conference Series: Earth And Environmental Science Scopus Co Author

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 Employing Dune Vegetation As Nature-based Solution (nbs) To Rehabilitate Coastal Erosion In Terengganu Project Leader University UMT RM90,000.00 In Progress
2 Utilizing Satellite Data To Identify Optimal Locations For Sediment Transport Studies Along The East Coast Of Peninsular Malaysia Co-Researcher University UMT RM20,000.00 In Progress
3 A Stakeholder-driven Multi-criteria Decision Support Framework For Sustainable Coastal Erosion Management In Terengganu, Malaysia Co-Researcher University UMT RM40,000.00 In Progress
4 Developing Guidelines For Coastal Management To Address Sedimentation Challenges In Ship Navigation Project Leader Industry/Private/NGO CNH ADVANTECH SDN. BHD. RM100,000.00 In Progress
5 Coastal Erosion Index As Risk Indicator For The Distribution Of Turtle Nesting: A Simulation Approach Project Leader University UMT RM76,200.00 In Progress
6 Unraveling The Causal Factors Of Coastal Erosion In Mengabang Telipot, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu Co-Researcher University UMT RM20,000.00 In Progress
7 Mathematical Modelling Of The Interaction Of Climate Change And Its Impact On Sea Turtle Nesting Capacity Project Leader University Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) RM300,000.00 In Progress
8 Heis For Sustainable Blue Economy In Malaysia And Indonesia (sustainablue) Co-Researcher International European Union (EU) RM4,088,000.00 In Progress
9 Remote Sensing Big Data Fusion (rsbdf) Using Machine Learning (ml) Techniques For Coastal Hazards Monitoring And Mapping In East Coasts Of Peninsular Malaysia Co-Researcher University UMT RM90,000.00 In Progress
10 M-net As An Avant-garde Sustainable Coastal Protection Solution To Alleviate Marine Debris And Promote Sediment Trapping Project Leader National KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) RM332,200.00 In Progress
11 Optimizing Rescue Vessel Operation For Seamless Flood Evacuation Protocol In Urban Areas Co-Researcher National KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) RM135,482.00 In Progress
12 Understanding Impacts Of Encroachment Towards Food Security Drivers By Using Information Processed Meiobenthos Population Dynamics Co-Researcher National KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) RM165,372.00 In Progress
13 The Movement Of Aeolian Sediment In Sustainable Defence Structure Using Sediment Transport Modeling Project Leader National KEMENTERIAN PENGAJIAN TINGGI (KPT) RM145,220.00 In Progress
14 Assessing Coastal Geodiversity Of Terengganu For The Conservation Of Geological Heritage And Tourism Development Co-Researcher University UMT RM20,000.00 In Progress
15 The Movement Of Aeolian Sediment In Sustainable Defence Structure Using Sedimeny Transport Modeling Project Leader National Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi (KPT) RM145,220.00 In Progress
16 Coastal Resilience Index As A Risk Assessment In Terengganu Coast Co-Researcher National KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) RM90,000.00 Completed
17 The Relation Of Coastal-mangrove Changes And Adjacent Land-use As Erosion Protection Project Leader National KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) RM60,000.00 Completed
18 Impact Of Future Sea Level Rise On Coastal Sensitive Areas And The Interconnection Of Global Contributing Factors Towards Malaysian Regional Waters Co-Researcher National Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi (KPT) RM531,000.00 In Progress
19 Projek Pemetaan Dasar Pantai Di Perairan Pelabuhan Kemaman Project Leader Industry/Private/NGO CNH Sdn. Bhd. RM52,600.00 In Progress
20 Pemindahan Ilmu: Ramalan Ancaman Dan Pencegahan Hakisan Pantai Melalui Aplikasi C-pesisir Dan Struktur E-fence Serta Kesediaan Berubah Komuniti Pesisir Di Kuala Nerus, Terengganu Project Leader University UMT RM200,000.00 Completed
21 Pemindahan Ilmu: Ramalan Ancaman Dan Pencegahan Hakisan Pantai Melalui Aplikasi C-pesisir Dan Struktur E-fence Serta Kesediaan Berubah Komuniti Pesisir Di Batu Rakit, Terengganu Project Leader University Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) RM200,000.00 In Progress
22 Projek Kerjasama Malaysia Marine Spatial Planning (mmsp Project) Co-Researcher International FIJIAN INSTITUTE FOR SUSTAINALBE OCEANS (XIAMEN UNIVERSITY) CHINA RM244,288.21 Completed
23 Projek Kerjasama Malaysia Marine Spatial Planning (mmsp Project) Co-Researcher International Xiamen University, China RM244,288.21 In Progress
24 Developing An Earsly Warning System For Mitigating The Flood In The Upstream Of Kelantan River Basin Near To Kota Bharu By Using Uavs (unmanned Aerial Vehicles) Technique Co-Researcher University UMT RM110,000.00 Completed
25 Developing An Early Warning System For Mitigating The Flood In The Upstream Of Kelantan River Basin Near To Kota Bharu By Using Uavs (unmanned Aerial Vehicles) Techniques Co-Researcher International Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) RM110,000.00 In Progress
26 Adaptasi Dan Solusi Kepada Permasalahan Hakisan Tebing Sungai Di Terengganu Co-Researcher Industry/Private/NGO TERENGGANU STRATEGIC & INTEGRITY INSTITUTE (TSIS) RM25,240.00 Completed
27 Kajian Adaptasi Dan Solusi Kepada Permasalahan Hakisan Tebing Sungai Di Terengganu Co-Researcher National Terengganu Strategic & Integrity Institute RM25,240.00 Completed
28 Biomonitoring Of Benthic Diatoms In A Jetty-typed Breakwater. Is Pantai Tok Jembal "lagoon" At Treat Of Diatom Bloom? Co-Researcher University UMT RM20,000.00 In Progress
29 Biomonitoring Of Benthic Diatoms In A Jetty-typed Brakwater. Is Pantai Tok Jembal Lagoon At Threat Of Diatom Bloom? Co-Researcher University Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) RM20,000.00 In Progress
30 Pembangunan Kapasiti Penyelidikan Dan Komuniti Berasaskan Penyu Negeri Terengganu Co-Researcher University UMT RM500,000.00 Completed
31 Pembangunan Kapasiti Penyelidikan Dan Komuniti Berasaskan Penyu Negeri Terengganu Co-Researcher University Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) RM500,000.00 In Progress

TEACHING

Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
No. Subject Name Degree Level
1 Coastal Processes Bachelor
2 Coastal Zone Management Bachelor
3 Coastal Science Bachelor
4 Meteorology Bachelor
5 Scientific Writing And Communication Bachelor
6 Earth And Space Science I Diploma
7 Marine Engineering Geology Bachelor
8 Coastal Numerical Modeling Bachelor
9 Earth And Space Science Ii Diploma
10 Field Course Bachelor
11 International Mobility Inbound Iii Bachelor

POSTGRADUATE STUDENT

Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
No. Student Name Degree Status
1 Mardiha Mokhtar Doctor of Philosophy Completed
2 Faerah Nasir Doctor of Philosophy Completed
3 Muhammad Izuan Bin Nadzri Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
4 Mohamad Shaufi Sokiman Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
5 Siti Syaza Aiman Seh Wali Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
6 Nurulain Binti Mohd Zawawi Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
7 Puteri Nurfarah Adawiyah Binti Taslin Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
8 Mohammad Ikhmal Siddiq Bin Jefri Din Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
9 Saima Khurram Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
10 Muhammad Rizal Bin Razali Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
11 Wan Norshuhada Binti Wan Khairuddin Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
12 Azreen Shafiqa Nabilla Binti Azlan Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
13 Nur Maisarah Liana Binti Khairul Shamshu Doctor of Philosophy Ongoing
14 Muhammad Amirul Syafiq Bin Hamsan Master Completed
15 Siti Ayishah Thaminah Binti Hikmatullah Sahib Master Completed
16 Ili Nadhirah Binti Ibrahim Master Completed
17 Syazana Md Shubri Master Completed
18 Junainah Binti Zakaria Master Completed
19 Nurin Adina Binti Roslee Jelani Master Completed
20 Wan Amrul Jaahiz Bin Wan Abd Razak Master Completed
21 Lee Shin Yun Master Completed
22 Muhammad Fadhli Bin Abdul Harris Master Completed
23 Siti Aminah Binti Mohd Ismailluddin Master Ongoing
24 Wan Shiao Dong Master Ongoing
25 Mohamad Hakim Bin Mohd Shukri Master Ongoing
26 Siti Nur Hanani Binti Zainuddin Master Completed
27 Nur Khatibah Binti Md Yunos Master Ongoing
28 Nur Nabila Nadia Othman Master Ongoing
29 Muhammad Fauzi Bin Rodzee Master Ongoing

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
1 C-pesisir Copyright Awarded LY2024C07001 2024
2 Sand Fence Patent Awarded UI2024007573 2024

CONSULTANCY

Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
No. Title Date Level Client Name
1 Kajian Penilaian Hakisan Pantai Di Hutan Simpan Kuala Gula (hskg), Perak 01/09/2025 - 01/11/2025 National Ocean Hydro Sdn. Bhd.
2 Hakisan Pantai Di Merang, Terengganu 01/03/2025 - 01/03/2025 National Ocean Hydro Sdn. Bhd.
3 Hakisan Pantai Di Bari, Setiu 01/02/2025 - 01/02/2025 National Ocean Hydro Sdn. Bhd.
4 Program Data Alam Sekitar Di Sepanjang Selat Johor, Sekitar Batuan Tengah Dan Tubir Selantan Tahun 2023/2024 Di Bawah Obligasi Settlement Agreement 01/07/2023 - 01/04/2024 National Trasnwater Environmental Services
5 Pembangunan Kapasiti Dan Modal Ihsan Berkenaan Teori, Aplikasi Kajian Tapak Serta Pendekatan Saintifik Bagi Output Penyelidikan Estuari, Pantai Dan Sains Marin 01/10/2022 - 01/12/2022 National Nahrim
6 Numerical Investigation Of Hydrodynamic Characteristics And Forces On The Submerged Nahrim Modular Artificial Reef Using Meshless Method Of Dualsphysic 01/10/2022 - 01/12/2022 National Nahrim
7 Numerical Investigation Of Hydrodynamic Characteristics And Forces On The Submerged Nahrim Modular Artificial Reef Using Meshless Method Of Dualsphysic 01/10/2022 - 01/12/2022 National Nahrim
8 The Purpose Of Investigation The Mechanisms Of Coastal Erosion In Reclamation Area Under The Influence Of Monsoon At Forest City Project 01/12/2020 - 01/02/2022 National Country Garden Pacificview Sdn. Bhd
9 The Purpose Of Investigating The Mechanisms Of Coastal Erosion In Reclamation Area Under The Influence Of Monsoon At Forest City Project At Ptd 5088, Mukin Tanjung Kupang For Messrs Country Garden Pacificview Sdn. Bhd 01/12/2020 - 01/11/2021 National Country Garden Pacificview Sdn. Bhd.

KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER

Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
No. Title Year Level Collaborator Funder
1 Hydraulic Modelling For Kuala Langsat Waters 2024 - 2024 National Industry none

AWARDS

No. Name of Awards/Recognition Awarding Institution Year Awarded Level
1 Sustainable Natural Architectural Design For Sand Dune Restoration As Coastal Protection At The Beach That Prone To Seasonal Storms Faculty Of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia 2022 National