ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. WONG LI LIAN
Institute of Climate Adaptation & Marine Biotechnology
lilian@umt.edu.my
https://wise.umt.edu.my/lilian
Executive Summary
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Expertise
LIFE SCIENCES
Fisheries And Aquaculture Sciences
Specialist Topics in Aquaculture and Fisheries Sciences
Other Specialist Areas in Aquaculture and Fisheries Sciences N.E.C
Publications
Indexed Journal (Scopus & Wos)
Non-Indexed Journal
Books
Chapter In Books
Proceedings
RM8,996,854.44
Approved Grants
0
H-Index (Scopus)
11
Number of Projects
9
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 | Cutaneous Transcriptomic Profiling And Candidate Pigment Genes In The Wild Discus (symphysodon Spp.) | 2023 | New Zealand Journal Of Zoology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 2 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of The First Phage Infecting Vibrio Hyugaensis, Vb_vhys_sj1 | 2025 | Current Microbiology | WoS | Co Author |
| 3 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of A Novel Lytic Phage Vb_pstm_zrg1 Infecting Stutzerimonas Stutzeri, Representing A New Viral Genus, Elithevirus | 2023 | Virus Research | Scopus | Co Author |
| 4 | Understanding The Effects Of Salinity And Vibrio Harveyi On The Gut Microbiota Profiles Of Litopenaeus Vannamei | 2022 | Frontiers In Marine Science | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 5 | Enhancing Safety In Aquaculture With Nanostructures: Hazard Detection And Elimination | 2025 | Engineering | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 6 | Genomic Diversity And Ecological Distribution Of Marine Pseudoalteromonas Phages | 2023 | Marine Life Science And Technology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 7 | Application Of Second-generation Sequencing (sgs) And Third Generation Sequencing (tgs) In Aquaculture Breeding Program | 2022 | Aquaculture | Scopus | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 8 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of The First Podophage Infecting Shewanella, Representing A Novel Viral Cluster | 2022 | Frontiers In Microbiology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 9 | Spatial-temporal Abundance And Diversity Of Larval Fish In Different Water Bodies (estuary And Adjacent Coastal Waters) From Sungai Terengganu, Malaysia | 2023 | Sains Malaysiana | WoS | Co Author |
| 10 | Psychrobacter Phage Encoding An Antibiotics Resistance Gene Represents A Novel Caudoviral Family | 2023 | Microbiology Spectrum | WoS | Co Author |
| 11 | Gut Microbiome Variation Based On 16s Rrna Gene Amplicon Sequencing Of The Wild And Domesticated Broodstock Populations Of Black Tiger Shrimp (penaeus Monodon) In The Indo-pacific Region | 2023 | Ecological Genetics And Genomics | Scopus | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 12 | Identification And Genomic Analysis Of Temperate Halomonas Bacteriophage Vb_hmey_h4907 From The Surface Sediment Of The Mariana Trench At A Depth Of 8,900 M | 2023 | Microbiology Spectrum | Scopus | Co Author |
| 13 | Comparative Performances Of Different Farming Systems And Associated Influence Of Ecological Factors On Gracilaria Sp. Seaweed At The South-east Coast Of The Bay Of Bengal, Bangladesh | 2023 | Aquaculture | Scopus | Co Author |
| 14 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of Phage Vb_valr_nf, Representing A New Viral Family Prevalent In The Ulva Prolifera Blooms | 2023 | Frontiers In Microbiology | WoS | Co Author |
| 15 | Temperate Stutzerimonas Phage Encoding Toxin-antitoxin System Genes Represents A Novel Genus | 2024 | Journal Of Ocean University Of China | Scopus | Co Author |
| 16 | A New Record Of The Nudibranch Halgerda Batangas From Vietnam Confirmed By Dna Barcoding | 2025 | Journal Of The Marine Biological Association Of The United Kingdom | WoS | Co Author |
| 17 | Abundance And Ecological Footprint Of Pseudoalteromonas Phage Vb_phos_xc In The Ulva Prolifera Green Tide | 2023 | Frontiers In Marine Science | Scopus | Co Author |
| 18 | Shewanella Phage Encoding A Putative Anti-crispr-like Gene Represents A Novel Potential Viral Family | 2024 | Microbiology Spectrum | WoS | Co Author |
| 19 | Covid-19 Impacts On The Water Quality Of Aquatic Environment In The Indian Ocean Rim Region | 2023 | Regional Studies In Marine Science | WoS | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 20 | Identification And Genomic Analysis Of A New Viral Species With Low Similarity To Existing Viruses | 2025 | Environmental Microbiology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 21 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of Pseudoalteromonas Phage Vb_palp_y7, Representing A Novel Viral Genus, Miuvirus | 2025 | Journal Of Oceanology And Limnology | WoS | Co Author |
| 22 | Characterization And Genome Analysis Of Vibrio Phage Vb_vhap_pg11, Representing A New Viral Genus | 2023 | Frontiers In Marine Science | Scopus | Co Author |
| 23 | Seaweed Farming For Food And Nutritional Security, Climate Change Mitigation And Adaptation, And Women Empowerment: A Review | 2022 | Aquaculture And Fisheries | Scopus | Co Author |
| 24 | Transcriptomic Profiling To Unravel The Underlying Causes Of Early Gonadal Development Of Hilsa (tenualosa Ilisha) In Bangladesh | 2025 | Scientific Reports | WoS | Co Author |
| 25 | Temperate Stutzerimonas Phage Encoding Toxin-antitoxin System Genes Represents A Novel Genus | 2024 | Journal Of Ocean University Of China | WoS | Co Author |
| 26 | Effects Of Heat Shock Protein 70 Knockdown On The Tolerance Of The Brine Shrimp Artemia Franciscana To Aquaculture-related Stressors: Implications For Aquatic Animal Health And Production | 2022 | Aquaculture | Scopus | Co Author |
| 27 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of A Novel Pseudomonas Phage Vb_psap_m1, Representing A New Viral Family, Psaeviridae | 2023 | Frontiers In Marine Science | WoS | Co Author |
| 28 | Effects Of Dietary Supplementation With Mannan-rich Oligosaccharides And Solid-state Fermented Aspergillus Niger On The Growth Performance Of Juvenile Asian Seabass, Lates Calcarifer | 2024 | Fisheries And Aquatic Life | Scopus | Co Author |
| 29 | Investigation Of Seafood Mislabeling In Asia: A Review Of The Literature And Mitigation Strategies | 2025 | Journal Of Agriculture And Food Research | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 30 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of Stutzerimonas Stutzeri Phage Vb_psts_zqg1, Representing A Novel Viral Genus | 2023 | Virus Research | Scopus | Co Author |
| 31 | Distributions Of Virio- And Picoplankton And Their Relationships With Ice-melting And Upwelling In The Indian Ocean Sector Of East Antarctica | 2022 | Deep-sea Research Part Ii: Topical Studies In Oceanography | Scopus | Co Author |
| 32 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of Ssdna Vibriophage Vb_vpam_pg19 Within Microviridae, Representing A Novel Viral Genus | 2022 | Microbiology Spectrum | WoS | Co Author |
| 33 | Temperate Stutzerimonas Phage Encoding Toxin-antitoxin System Genes Represents A Novel Genus | 2024 | Journal Of Ocean University Of China | WoS | Co Author |
| 34 | The Effects Of Pandanus Tectorius Leaf Extract On The Resistance Of White-leg Shrimp Penaeus Vannamei Towards Pathogenic Vibrio Parahaemolyticus | 2023 | Fish And Shellfish Immunology Reports | Scopus | Co Author |
| 35 | Transcriptome Signature Of Juvenile Litopenaeus Vannamei Cultured Under Different Salinity Levels In Response To Vibrio Harveyi Infection | 2024 | Comparative Immunology Reports | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 36 | Genome Analysis Of Vb_supp_ax, A Novel N4-like Phage Infecting Sulfitobacter | 2024 | International Microbiology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 37 | First Record And Distribution Extension Of Two Emperor Fishes, Lethrinus Semicinctus And Lethrinus Olivaceus To The East Coast Of Peninsular Malaysia | 2023 | Sains Malaysiana | WoS | Co Author |
| 38 | Morphogenetic Diversity Of The Selected Hatchery Populations Of An Indian Major Carp (labeo Rohita, Hamilton, 1822) In The Mymensingh Region Of Bangladesh | 2022 | Animal Gene | Scopus | Co Author |
| 39 | Pigmentation Enhancement Techniques During Ornamental Fish Production | 2023 | Reviews In Fish Biology And Fisheries | WoS | Co Author |
| 40 | Seagrass Genomes Reveal Ancient Polyploidy And Adaptations To The Marine Environment | 2024 | Nature Plants | Scopus | Co Author |
| 41 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of A Lytic Vibriophage Vb_vnes_s3 Of Infecting Vibrio Neocaledonicus | 2025 | Current Microbiology | WoS | Co Author |
| 42 | Identification Of Hidden N4-like Viruses And Their Interactions With Hosts | 2023 | Msystems | WoS | Co Author |
| 43 | Spatiotemporal Dynamics Of Coastal Viral Community Structure And Potential Biogeochemical Roles Affected By An Ulva Prolifera Green Tide | 2023 | Msystems | WoS | Co Author |
| 44 | Morphological And Molecular Characterisation Of Cymothoa Eremita (brunnich, 1783) (isopoda: Cymothoidae) From The South China Sea | 2024 | Regional Studies In Marine Science | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 45 | Body Shape Divergence Of Paradise Thread Fish (polynemus Paradiseus) Collected From Different Coastal Habitats Of Southern Bangladesh: A Multivariate Approach For Population Discrimination | 2024 | Aquaculture And Fisheries | Scopus | Co Author |
| 46 | Body Shape Divergence Of Paradise Thread Fish (polynemus Paradiseus) Collected From Different Coastal Habitats Of Southern Bangladesh: A Multivariate Approach For Population Discrimination | 2024 | Aquaculture And Fisheries | Scopus | Co Author |
| 47 | Crayfish Research: A Global Scientometric Analysis Using Citespace | 2023 | Animals | Scopus | Co Author |
| 48 | Distributions And Relationships Of Virio- And Picoplankton In The Epi-, Meso- And Bathypelagic Zones Of The Amundsen Sea, West Antarctica During The Austral Summer | 2022 | Frontiers In Microbiology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 49 | Comparative Transcriptome Analysis Reveals Differential Cutaneous Gene Expression In The Color Variation Of Two Ornamental Discus, Red Melon And Red Cover | 2024 | Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research | WoS | Co Author |
| 50 | First Record And Distribution Extension Of Two Emperor Fishes, Lethrinus Semicinctus And Lethrinus Olivaceus To The East Coast Of Peninsular Malaysia [rekod Pertama Dan Pelunjuran Taburan Dua Ikan Landuk, Lethrinus Semicinctus Dan Lethrinus Olivaceus Ke Pantai Timur Semenanjung Malaysia] | 2023 | Sains Malaysiana | Scopus | Co Author |
| 51 | Discovery Of An Abundant Viral Genus In Polar Regions Through The Isolation And Genomic Characterization Of A New Virus Against Oceanospirillaceae | 2023 | Applied And Environmental Microbiology | WoS | Co Author |
| 52 | Diversity Of Reverse-transcriptase-containing Viruses Through Global Metagenomics | 2024 | Hlife | Scopus | Co Author |
| 53 | Spatial-temporal Abundance And Diversity Of Larval Fish In Different Water Bodies (estuary And Adjacent Coastal Waters) From Sungai Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia | 2023 | Sains Malaysiana | Scopus | Co Author |
Books
| No. | Book Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
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Chapter In Books
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Proceeding
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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 | Characterization And Determination Of Natural Products Derived From Coastal Plants That Enhance Adaptation Of Marine Fish Against Climate And Environmental Stressors | Project Leader | National | KPT | RM742,500.00 | In Progress |
| 2 | Integrative Taxonomy And Genomics Insights Into Oceana Serrulata (family Cymodoceaceae): Unraveling Evolutionary Identity Of Tropical Seagrasses | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM110,000.00 | In Progress |
| 3 | Taxonomic Identification Of Newly Discovered Freshwater Fish Species And Exploring Its And Aquaculture Potential For The Expansion Of Sarawak Inland Aquaculture Industry | Project Leader | Industry/Private/NGO | HOA YANG AQUACULTURE SDN. BHD. | RM102,600.00 | In Progress |
| 4 | Climate-adaptive, Inclusive, Nature-based Aquaculture (caina) In Malaysia And Solomon Islands | Co-Researcher | International | WORLDFISH FILIPINA | RM586,002.90 | In Progress |
| 5 | Marker -assisted Selective Breeding Program For Production Of Fast Growing And Spf Penaeus Monodon Broodstocks | Project Leader | Industry | ERROR | RM6,852,745.00 | In Progress |
| 6 | Development Of Diet, Supplemented With Additives (mannan-rich Oligosaccharides, Solid State Fermented Aspergillus Niger And Yucca Schidigera Extract) For Immunity And Growth Improvement Of Juvenile Asian Seabass, Lates Calcarifer | Project Leader | Private | ALLTECH BIOTECHNOLOGY MALAYSIA SDN. BHD. | RM120,000.00 | In Progress |
| 7 | Unravelling The Genomic Mevolution, Adaptation And Resilience Of Seagrass Species Towards Holistic Management And Conservation Of Seagrass | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM150,000.00 | Completed |
| 8 | Covid-19 And Climate Change: Prospects For A ¿¿¿green¿¿¿ Recovery In The Indian Ocean Region | Project Leader | International | UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, KENYA | RM47,006.54 | In Progress |
| 9 | Unveiling The Phylogenetic And Molecular Evolution Of Discus Fish Symphysodon Spp. In Malaysian Fish Farm Using Genomic And Transcriptomic Approaches | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM150,000.00 | Completed |
| 10 | Studies On The Causes Of Gonadal Development In Small Size Hilsa Shad: Assessment Of The Factors Associated With The Early Gonadal Development Of Hilsa, Tenualosa Ilisha | Project Leader | International | BANGLADESH FISHERIES RESEARCH INSTITUTE | RM21,000.00 | Completed |
| 11 | Elucidation Of The Molecular Pathways And Transciptomic Responses Of The Juvenile Pacific White Shrimp Litopenaeus Vannamei To Vibrio Harveyi Infection At Different Salinity Levels In Aquaculture System | Project Leader | National | Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) | RM115,000.00 | Completed |
TEACHING
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Subject Name | Degree Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bioinformatics And Molecular Phylogenetic Of Aquatic Organisms | Bachelor |
| 2 | Bioinformatics And Molecular Phylogeny Of Aquatic Organisms | Bachelor |
| 3 | Tourism Fisheries | Bachelor |
| 4 | Final Year Research Project I | Bachelor |
| 5 | Ichthyophysiology | Bachelor |
| 6 | Introduction To Fisheries Biotechnology | Diploma |
| 7 | Ichthyology | Bachelor |
| 8 | Fisheries Molecular Ecology | Bachelor |
| 9 | Final Year Research Project Ii | Bachelor |
| 10 | Fisheries Science Ii | Bachelor |
| 11 | Scientific Writing In Fisheries | Bachelor |
| 12 | Fish And Fisheries | Diploma |
POSTGRADUATE STUDENT
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Student Name | Degree | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wan Afifudeen Bin Che Lah @ Abdullah | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 2 | Belal Mohammed Abd Al-rhman Al-shomali | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 3 | Zulaikha Binti Mat Deris | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 4 | Gary Petol Felix | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 5 | Chin Han Kiat | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 6 | Inkiad Ahmed Himel | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 7 | Ooi Jing Kai | Master | Completed |
| 8 | Siti Asmal Binti Mat Piah | Master | Ongoing |
| 9 | Ei Myat Noe Khin | 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 |
|---|
CONSULTANCY
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Title | Date | Level | Client Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Development Of Diet Supplemented With Additives (mannan-rich Oligosaccharides, Solid State Fermented Aspergillus Niger And Yucca Schidigera Extract) For Immunity And Growth Improvement Of Juvenile Asian Seabss, Lates Calcarifer | 01/10/2021 - 01/09/2024 | National | Alltech Biotechnology Malaysia Sdn Bhd |
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Title | Year | Level | Collaborator | Funder |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marker-assisted Selective Breeding Program For Broodstock Improvement Of Domesticated Penaeus Monodon (giant Tiger Shrimp) In Malaysia | 2018 - 2025 | National | Industry | none |
AWARDS
| No. | Name of Awards/Recognition | Awarding Institution | Year Awarded | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Icaf2024 | Can Tho University, Vietnam | 2024 | International |
| 2 | The 2nd Annual Conference Of Marine System Science | Sun Yat-sen University | 2024 | International |
