ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR CHM. DR. FARHANINI BINTI YUSOFF
Faculty of Science & Marine Environment
farhanini@umt.edu.my
https://wise.umt.edu.my/farhanini
Executive Summary
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Expertise
APPLIED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Material Sciences And Technology Including Engineering Materials
Material Sciences
Material Properties
Publications
Indexed Journal (Scopus & Wos)
Non-Indexed Journal
Books
Chapter In Books
Proceedings
RM735,901.27
Approved Grants
11
H-Index (Scopus)
10
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 | Recent Advances In Transition Metals- Based Materials As Electrocatalysts For Water Splitting | 2023 | International Journal Of Electrochemical Science | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 2 | Exploring Deep Eutectic Solvents As A Potential Solvent For The Extraction Of Food Additive Allura Red In Food Technology Application [mengeksplorasi Pelarut Eutektik Mendalam Sebagai Pelarut Berpotensi Untuk Pengekstrakan Pewarna Makanan Merah Allura Dalam Aplikasi Teknologi Makanan] | 2024 | Malaysian Journal Of Analytical Sciences | Scopus | Co Author |
| 3 | An Environmental Friendly Phenylphosphonate Functionalised Graphene Oxide/hdpe Composite Towards Flame Retardant: Experimental, Thermal And Cytotoxicity Evaluation | 2025 | Journal Of Environmental Chemical Engineering | WoS | Co Author |
| 4 | Analysis Of Methylphenol Concentration In Selangor Rivers, Malaysia Using Solid Phase Extraction Technique Coupled With Uv-vis Spectroscopy | 2023 | Sains Malaysiana | WoS | Co Author |
| 5 | Extraction Of Phenol From Water Using Dispersive Liquid-liquid Microextraction Coupled With Uv-vis Spectroscopy | 2022 | Journal Of Analytical Chemistry | Scopus | Co Author |
| 6 | Investigation Of Aged-related Metabolites In The Marine Polychaete (marphysa Moribidii) Using 1h Nmr Metabolomics And Lc-ms/ms Analysis | 2025 | Pertanika Journal Of Science And Technology | WoS | Co Author |
| 7 | Ultra-high Selective Adsorbents For Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (pfas) Destruction: Bridging The Gap Between Adsorption And Catalytic Degradation For Excellent Performance In Persistent Environmental Contaminants | 2025 | Results In Engineering | WoS | Co Author |
| 8 | Electrochemical Performance Of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Prepared Via Green Synthesis Route Using Chromolaena Odorata Leaves Extract As Potential Anode Material In Sodium-ion Battery | 2023 | Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management | Scopus | Co Author |
| 9 | Surfactant Functionalization Of Magnetic Nanoparticles: A Study On The Particle Size Distribution And Zeta Potential As A Nanofluid To Improve Thermal Conductivity [perfungsian Surfaktan Nanopartikel Magnet: Kajian Mengenai Taburan Saiz Zarah Dan Potensi Zeta Sebagai Bendalir Nano Untuk Meningkatkan Kekonduksian Terma] | 2023 | Malaysian Journal Of Analytical Sciences | Scopus | Co Author |
| 10 | Measurement Uncertainty In The Analysis Of Selected Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons In Environmental Water By Magnetic Molecularly Imprinted Polymer-based Micro-solid Phase Extraction-liquid Chromatography [ketidakpastian Pengukuran Dalam Analisis Hidrokarbon Aromatik Polisiklik Terpilih Di Dalam Air Persekitaran Dengan Pengekstrakan Fasa Pepejal-mikro Berasaskan Polimer Bercetakan Molekul Bermagnet-kromatografi Cecair] | 2024 | Malaysian Journal Of Analytical Sciences | Scopus | Co Author |
| 11 | Adsorption Of Heavy Metal From Wastewater By Bioabsorbent Modified Azolla Microphylla And Lemna Minor [penjerapan Logam Berat Daripada Air Sisa Oleh Penyerap Bio Azolla Microphylla Dan Lemna Minor Terubah Suai] | 2024 | Sains Malaysiana | Scopus | Co Author |
| 12 | Synthesis And Characterization Of Reduced Graphene Oxide/iron Oxide/silicon Dioxide (rgo/fe3o4/sio2) Nanocomposite As A Potential Cathode Catalyst | 2022 | Journal Of Physics And Chemistry Of Solids | Scopus | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 13 | Ultra-high Selective Adsorbents For Per- And Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (pfas) Destruction: Bridging The Gap Between Adsorption And Catalytic Degradation For Excellent Performance In Persistent Environmental Contaminants | 2025 | Results In Engineering | Scopus | Co Author |
| 14 | Effect Of Iron Loading On The Physicochemical And Electrochemical Performance Of Fe-reduced Graphene Oxide Nanocomposite For Enhanced Hydrogen Evolution Reaction | 2025 | Journal Of The Electrochemical Society | WoS | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 15 | Analysis Of Methylphenol Concentration In Selangor Rivers, Malaysia Using Solid Phase Extraction Technique Coupled With Uv-vis Spectroscopy [analisis Kepekatan Metilfenol Di Sungai-sungai Selangor, Malaysia Menggunakan Teknik Pengekstrakan Fasa Pepejal Digandingkan Dengan Spektroskopi Uv-vis] | 2023 | Sains Malaysiana | Scopus | Co Author |
| 16 | Deep Eutectic Solvent Coupled With High Performance Liquid Chromatography For Extraction Of Bisphenols And Phthalates From Selected Freshwater Source In Selangor, Malaysia | 2023 | Sains Malaysiana | WoS | Co Author |
| 17 | Deep Eutectic Solvent Coupled With High Performance Liquid Chromatography For Extraction Of Bisphenols And Phthalates From Selected Freshwater Source In Selangor, Malaysia [pelarut Eutektik Dalam Digandingkan Dengan Kromatografi Cecair Berprestasi Tinggi Untuk Pengekstrakan Bisfenol Dan Phthalat Daripada Sumber Air Tawar Terpilih Di Selangor, Malaysia] | 2023 | Sains Malaysiana | Scopus | Co Author |
| 18 | Adsorption Of Heavy Metal From Wastewater By Bioabsorbent Modified Azolla Microphylla And Lemna Minor | 2024 | Sains Malaysiana | WoS | Co Author |
| 19 | Synthesis And Characterization Of Fe3o4/rgo/ag Composites For Electrocatalytic Oxygen Reduction Reaction (orr): Sintesis Dan Pencirian Komposit Fe3o4/rgo/ag Untuk Tindak Balas Pengurangan Oksigen Elektrokatalitik (orr) | 2025 | Sains Malaysiana | Scopus | Co Author |
| 20 | Synthesis And Characterization Of Fe3o4/rgo/ag Composites For Electrocatalytic Oxygen Reduction Reaction (orr) (sintesis Dan Pencirian Komposit Fe3o4/rgo/ag Untuk Tindak Balas Pengurangan Oksigen Elektrokatalitik (orr)) | 2025 | Sains Malaysiana | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 21 | Advancements In Carbon-based Transition Metal Compounds For Enhanced Hydrogen Production Via Electrochemical Water Splitting¿ | 2024 | International Journal Of Electrochemical Science | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 22 | Magnetic Covalent Organic Frameworks (mcofs): A Sustainable Solution For Emerging Organic Contaminants (eocs) From The River | 2026 | Royal Society Open Science | Scopus | Co Author |
| 23 | Magnetite-graphene Based Nanocomposites In Electrochemistry: A Brief Review On Their Applications [nanokomposit Magnetit-grafin Dalam Elektrokimia: Ulasan Ringkas Dalam Aplikasinya] | 2022 | Malaysian Journal Of Analytical Sciences | Scopus | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 24 | The Physicochemical And Electrochemical Characterization Of Silver Nanoparticle-incorporated Magnetite/reduced Graphene Oxide | 2023 | Malaysian Journal Of Chemistry | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 25 | Density Functional Theory (dft) Study Of Reduced Graphene Oxide Magnetite Nanoparticles (rgo-mnp) As A Potential Electrocatalyst For Oxygen-reduction Reaction | 2025 | Malaysian Journal Of Analytical Sciences | Scopus | Co Author |
Books
| No. | Book Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
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Chapter In Books
| No. | Book Title | Chapter Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
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Proceeding
| No. | Article Title | Year | Proceeding | Indexing | Authorship |
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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 | Mechanistic Elucidation Of A Synergistic Fe-ni Doped Mxene/graphene Hybrid As A Potential Electrocatalyst For The Oxygen Evolution Reaction | Project Leader | National | KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM153,300.00 | In Progress |
| 2 | Seeking The Potentiality Of Tolanes As Building Blocks In Enhancing Their Electronic Properties By Incorporating Mixed Conjugated Moieties Towards Chemosensing Of Nitrogenous Pollutants | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM90,000.00 | In Progress |
| 3 | Mechanistic Understanding Of 2d Heterostructure Nickel Doped Iron Phosphide/graphene Hybrid As A Potential Electrocatalyst In Hydrogen Evolution Reaction | Project Leader | National | Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) | RM175,000.00 | Completed |
| 4 | Optimization And Characterizations Of Gold Nanoparticles Utilizing Marine Worm, Marphysa Moribidii (annelida: Polychaeta) Extract As Reducing Agent For Bioimaging Marker Application | Co-Researcher | National | Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) | RM105,000.00 | Completed |
| 5 | Studi Mikroplastik Di Kawasan Laut Dalam Selat Makassar Dan Selat Lombok | Co-Researcher | International | UNIVERSITAS INDONESIA | RM27,601.27 | In Progress |
| 6 | Optimization And Characterizations Of Gold Nanoparticles Utilizing Marine Worm Marphysa Moribidii (annelida: Polychaeta) Extracts As Reducing Agent For Bioimaging Marker Application | Co-Researcher | National | Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi (KPT) | RM105,000.00 | In Progress |
| 7 | Theoretical Evaluation, Synthesis And Characterization Of Graphene-based 2d Heterostructures As An Electrocatalyst For Hydrogen Evaluation Reaction | Project Leader | University | UMT | RM20,000.00 | Completed |
| 8 | Green Synthesis Of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Mariposa Christia Vespertilionis And Its Morphology Effect As Anode Material In Sodium Ion Battery | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM20,000.00 | Completed |
| 9 | Green Synthesis Of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Mariposa Christia Vespertilionis And Its Morphology Effect As Anode Material In Sodium Ion Battery | Co-Researcher | University | Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) | RM20,000.00 | In Progress |
| 10 | Theoretical Evaluation, Synthesis And Characterization Of Graphene Based 2d Heterostructures As An Electrocatalyst For Hydrogen Evolution Reaction | Project Leader | University | Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) | RM20,000.00 | 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 | Basic Analytical Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 3 | Basic Practical Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 4 | Final Year Research Project I | Bachelor |
| 5 | Final Year Research Project Ii | Bachelor |
| 6 | Fundamental Of Physical Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 7 | Electrochemical And Thermal Techniques In Analytical Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 8 | Research Methods In Chemical Sciences | Bachelor |
| 9 | Basic Chemistry Practical | Bachelor |
| 10 | Practical Organic Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 11 | Basic Physical Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 12 | Physical Chemistry Practical | Bachelor |
| 13 | Surface Analysis Instrumentation | Bachelor |
| 14 | Practical Of Physical Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 15 | Physical Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 16 | Electrochemistry | Bachelor |
| 17 | Practical For Analytical Chemistry | Bachelor |
POSTGRADUATE STUDENT
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Student Name | Degree | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nur Ayunie Binti Kamaruzaman | Master | Completed |
| 2 | Ainul Mardhiah Binti Mansor | Master | Ongoing |
| 3 | Sarah Ilyanie Binti Roswadi | 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 | Graphiline | Copyright | Awarded | CRLY2025C01799 | 2025 |
| 2 | Ferrogranix | Copyright | Awarded | CRLY2024W01947 | 2024 |
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 | Kap X Analis Outreach Event (diy: Bengkel Penghasilan Sabun Dari Sisa Minyak Terpakai) | 2024 - 2024 | National | University | none |
AWARDS
| No. | Name of Awards/Recognition | Awarding Institution | Year Awarded | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Innovative Eco-safe Halogen-free Flame-retardant Hdpe Composite Reinforced With Graphene Oxide For Non-toxic Fire Protection | Umt Unisza Dan Tatiuc | 2025 | National |
| 2 | Graphiline - A New Material For Supercapacitors | Umt Unisza Dan Tatiuc | 2025 | National |
| 3 | N-doped Rgo: A Cathode Catalyst For Orr | Umt Usim And Wista Malaysia | 2024 | National |
| 4 | Synthesis And Characterization Of Reduced Graphene Oxide/polyaniline Hybrid Material For Supercapacitor | Swm Environment Sdn. Bhd And Politeknik Tun Syed Nasir Ismail (ptsn) Pagoh | 2024 | National |
| 5 | Synthesis And Characterization Of Reduced Graphene Oxide/polyaniline Hybrid Material For Supercapacitor | Swm Environment Sdn. Bhd And Politeknik Tun Syed Nasir Ismail (ptsn) Pagoh | 2024 | National |
| 6 | Mechanistic Understanding Of Nitrogen Doped Reduced Graphene Oxide As Electrocatalyst In Oxygen Reduction Reaction (orr) | Swm Environment Sdn. Bhd And Politeknik Tun Syed Nasir Ismail (ptsn) Pagoh | 2024 | National |
| 7 | Pani-rgo Hybrid: Potential Nanomaterial For Supercapacitor | Umt Usim And Wista Malaysia | 2024 | National |
| 8 | Ferrogranix: Novel Electrocatalyst For Hydrogen Production | Umt Unisza Dan Tatiuc | 2024 | National |
| 9 | Remags/gce: Electrocatalyst For Green Energy | Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi | 2022 | International |
| 10 | Remags/gce: Electrocatalyst For Green Energy | Umt/unisza/tatiuc | 2022 | National |
| 11 | Seaweed Based Green Pd-nps: Photocatalyst For Dye Contaminants | Umt/unisza/tatiuc | 2022 | National |
