ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. MOK WEN JYE
Institute of Climate Adaptation & Marine Biotechnology
mok.jye@umt.edu.my
https://wise.umt.edu.my/mok.jye
Executive Summary
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Expertise
LIFE SCIENCES
Fisheries And Aquaculture Sciences
Aquaculture Sciences
Aquatic Pollutant Management, Conservation and Remediation
Publications
Indexed Journal (Scopus & Wos)
Non-Indexed Journal
Books
Chapter In Books
Proceedings
RM2,820,044.85
Approved Grants
12
H-Index (Scopus)
12
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 | Haematococcus Pluvialis-inclusive Feed Improved Nutritional Profile, Antioxidant Capacity, And Mitigated Organ Tissue Damages In Pearl Gentian Grouper (epinephelus Fuscoguttatus ¿ × Epinephelus Lanceolatus ¿) Challenged With Abiotic And Biotic Stresses | 2025 | Journal Of Applied Phycology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 2 | Quality Assessment Of Yellowtail (seriola Quinqueradiata) Meat Cultured In An Offshore Floating Flexible Facility | 2022 | Food Science And Nutrition | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 3 | 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 |
| 4 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of The First Podophage Infecting Shewanella, Representing A Novel Viral Cluster | 2022 | Frontiers In Microbiology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 5 | Characterization And Genome Analysis Of Vibrio Phage Vb_vhap_pg11, Representing A New Viral Genus | 2023 | Frontiers In Marine Science | Scopus | Co Author |
| 6 | Abundance And Ecological Footprint Of Pseudoalteromonas Phage Vb_phos_xc In The Ulva Prolifera Green Tide | 2023 | Frontiers In Marine Science | Scopus | Co Author |
| 7 | Temperate Stutzerimonas Phage Encoding Toxin-antitoxin System Genes Represents A Novel Genus | 2024 | Journal Of Ocean University Of China | WoS | Co Author |
| 8 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of Stutzerimonas Stutzeri Phage Vb_psts_zqg1, Representing A Novel Viral Genus | 2023 | Virus Research | Scopus | Co Author |
| 9 | Growth, Intestinal Health, Body Composition, And Molecular Mechanism Of The Hybrid Grouper, E. Lanceolatus¿ X E. Fuscoguttatus¿juveniles Reared With Microalgae Chlorella Pyrenoidosa | 2023 | Aquaculture International | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 10 | Identification Of Hidden N4-like Viruses And Their Interactions With Hosts | 2023 | Msystems | WoS | Co Author |
| 11 | Changes In The Freshness Of Freshwater Japanese Icefish (salangichthys Microdon) During Chilled And Super-chilled Storage | 2024 | Jsfa Reports | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 12 | 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 |
| 13 | 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 |
| 14 | Selenium-containing Peptides From Foodstuff: Preparation, Bioavailability, Bioactivities, And Future Perspectives | 2025 | Journal Of Agricultural And Food Chemistry | WoS | Co Author |
| 15 | 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 |
| 16 | Chlorella Pyrenoidosa Monoculture Water Enhanced Innate Immune Responses During Short-term Rearing Of Juvenile Hybrid Groupers ( Epinephelus Lanceolatus X E. Fuscoguttatus) ) | 2024 | Comparative Immunology Reports | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 17 | 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 |
| 18 | Genomic Diversity And Ecological Distribution Of Marine Pseudoalteromonas Phages | 2023 | Marine Life Science And Technology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 19 | Advancing Aquaculture In Malaysia: Molecular Tools And Omics Technologies For Sustainability And Innovation | 2025 | Critical Insights In Aquaculture | Non-Index | Co Author |
| 20 | Culinary Properties Of Raw Versus Conventional Soy Sauce During Tuna Preparation | 2022 | Journal Of Food Research | Google Scholar | Co Author |
| 21 | Mapping Of Marine Lobster Research: A Global Outlook | 2022 | Frontiers In Marine Science | WoS | Co Author |
| 22 | Temperate Stutzerimonas Phage Encoding Toxin-antitoxin System Genes Represents A Novel Genus | 2024 | Journal Of Ocean University Of China | Scopus | Co Author |
| 23 | 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 |
| 24 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of A Lytic Vibriophage Vb_vnes_s3 Of Infecting Vibrio Neocaledonicus | 2025 | Current Microbiology | WoS | Co Author |
| 25 | Haematococcus Pluvialis-inclusive Feed Improved Nutritional Profile, Antioxidant Capacity, And Mitigated Organ Tissue Damages In Pearl Gentian Grouper (epinephelus Fuscoguttatus ¿ X Epinephelus Lanceolatus ¿) Challenged With Abiotic And Biotic Stresses | 2025 | Journal Of Applied Phycology | WoS | Co Author |
| 26 | The Impact Of Human Altered Geomorphology On The Seasonal Distribution Pattern Of Water Physicochemical And Nutrient Parameters In The Terengganu River Estuary, Malaysia | 2022 | Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 27 | Effects Of Different Trophic Conditions On Total Fatty Acids, Amino Acids, Pigment And Gene Expression Profiles In Euglena Gracilis | 2024 | World Journal Of Microbiology & Biotechnology | WoS | Co Author |
| 28 | Genome Analysis Of Vb_supp_ax, A Novel N4-like Phage Infecting Sulfitobacter | 2024 | International Microbiology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 29 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of The First Phage Infecting Vibrio Hyugaensis, Vb_vhys_sj1 | 2025 | Current Microbiology | WoS | Co Author |
| 30 | Psychrobacter Phage Encoding An Antibiotics Resistance Gene Represents A Novel Caudoviral Family | 2023 | Microbiology Spectrum | WoS | Co Author |
| 31 | Transcriptome Profile And Pathway Analysis Of Starch And Sucrose Metabolism In Euglena Gracilis | 2022 | Songklanakarin Journal Of Science And Technology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 32 | Shewanella Phage Encoding A Putative Anti-crispr-like Gene Represents A Novel Potential Viral Family | 2024 | Microbiology Spectrum | WoS | Co Author |
| 33 | Diversity Of Reverse-transcriptase-containing Viruses Through Global Metagenomics | 2024 | Hlife | Scopus | Co Author |
| 34 | 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 |
| 35 | Characterization And Genomic Analysis Of Ssdna Vibriophage Vb_vpam_pg19 Within Microviridae, Representing A Novel Viral Genus | 2022 | Microbiology Spectrum | WoS | Co Author |
| 36 | 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 |
| 37 | Spatiotemporal Dynamics Of Coastal Viral Community Structure And Potential Biogeochemical Roles Affected By An Ulva Prolifera Green Tide | 2023 | Msystems | WoS | Co Author |
| 38 | 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 |
| 39 | Assessment Of Mercury Contamination And Food Composition In Commercially Important Marine Fishes In The Southern South China Sea | 2022 | Regional Studies In Marine Science | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 40 | 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 |
| 41 | Growth, Intestinal Health, Body Composition, And Molecular Mechanism Of The Hybrid Grouper, E. Lanceolatus¿ × E. Fuscoguttatus¿juveniles Reared With Microalgae Chlorella Pyrenoidosa | 2024 | Aquaculture International | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 42 | Understanding Climate Change And Heavy Metals In Coastal Areas: A Macroanalysis Assessment | 2023 | Water (switzerland) | Scopus | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 43 | Seasonal Variability Of Trace Element In Livers And Muscles Of Lutjanus Johnii From Southern South China Sea | 2025 | Regional Studies In Marine Science | Scopus | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 44 | Identification And Genomic Analysis Of A New Viral Species With Low Similarity To Existing Viruses | 2025 | Environmental Microbiology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 45 | Temperate Stutzerimonas Phage Encoding Toxin-antitoxin System Genes Represents A Novel Genus | 2024 | Journal Of Ocean University Of China | WoS | Co Author |
Books
| No. | Book Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enaknya Makanan Laut: Keselamatan Dan Kesedaran | 2022 | Penerbit Umt | |
| 2 | Yummy Seafood Safety And Awareness | 2022 | Penerbit Umt |
Chapter In Books
| No. | Book Title | Chapter Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Climate Change And Environmental Perturbations | The Impact Of Mercury Contamination In Seafood | 2024 | NOVA SCIENCE PUBLISHER, INC. | Corresponding Author |
| 2 | Recent Trends In Marine Toxicological Assessment | Tracing The Impact Of Heavy Metals On Marine Ecosystems: A Scientometric Analysis Of Biological, Metabolic, And Genetic Responses | 2025 | Springer Nature | Corresponding Author |
| 3 | Climate Change And Environmental Perturbations | The Impact Of Mercury Contamination In Seafood | 2024 | NOVA SCIENCE PUBLISHER, INC. | |
| 4 | Recent Trends In Marine Toxicological Assessment | Tracing The Impact Of Heavy Metals On Marine Ecosystems: A Scientometric Analysis Of Biological, Metabolic, And Genetic Responses | 2025 | Springer Nature | Co Author |
Proceeding
| No. | Article Title | Year | Proceeding | Indexing | Authorship |
|---|
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 | Unravelling Of The Tolerance Level And Adaptive Capacity Of Climate And Environmental Stressors For Marine Fish | Co-Researcher | National | KEMENTERIAN PENGAJIAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM742,500.00 | In Progress |
| 2 | Effects Of Different Diets On Trace Elements Accumulation, The Expression On Oxidative Stress And Immune-related Genes In Hybrid Grouper (epinephelus Lanceolatus X Epinephelus Fuscoguttatus) | Project Leader | University | UMT | RM40,000.00 | In Progress |
| 3 | Climate-adaptive, Inclusive, Nature-based Aquaculture (caina) In Malaysia And Solomon Islands | Co-Researcher | International | WORLDFISH FILIPINA | RM586,002.90 | In Progress |
| 4 | Climate-adaptive, Inclusive, Nature-based Aquaculture (caina) In Malaysia And Solomon Islands | none | none | Worldfish Filipina | RM586,002.90 | In Progress |
| 5 | Gradient Utilization Of Selenoprotein Of Selenium-enriched Eggs In Hainan And Protein-selenium Binding Mechanism | Project Leader | International | HAINAN UNIVERSITY, CHINA | RM126,639.05 | In Progress |
| 6 | Effects Of Shelter Provision And Tryptophan Dietary Supplement On Growth Performance And Cannibalism Behaviour For Enhancement Of Larval Survival In Pangasianodon Hypophthalmus | Co-Researcher | National | Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi (KPT) | RM20,000.00 | In Progress |
| 7 | Kajian Pemantauan Persekitaran Dan Strategi Bioremediasi Mikrob Secara Intrinsik Di Tasik Chini | Co-Researcher | National | MAJLIS BIODIVERSITI PAHANG | RM183,000.00 | Completed |
| 8 | Kajian Pemantauan Persekitaran Dan Strategi Bioremediasi Mikrob Secara Intrinsik Di Tasik Chini | none | none | Majlis Biodiversiti Pahang | RM183,000.00 | In Progress |
| 9 | Quantifying Red Claw Crayfish Distribution And Invasiveness In Peninsular Malaysia For Societal Wellbeing And Environmental Sustainability | Co-Researcher | National | KEMENTERIAN SUMBER ASLI, ALAM SEKITAR DAN PERUBAHAN IKLIM | RM156,450.00 | Completed |
| 10 | Seasonal Trace Elements Study On Lutjanus Johnii At The Southern South China Sea | Project Leader | University | UMT | RM20,000.00 | In Progress |
| 11 | Quantifying Red Claw Crayfish Distribution And Invasiveness In Peninsular Malaysia For Societal Wellbeing And Environmental Sustainability | Co-Researcher | National | Kementerian Sumber Asli dan Alam Sekitar | RM156,450.00 | In Progress |
| 12 | Seasonal Trace Elements Study On Lutjanus Johnii At The Southern South China Sea. | 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 | Fisheries Entrepreneurship | Diploma |
| 2 | International Mobility Inbound Ii | Bachelor |
| 3 | Practical Aquaculture I | Diploma |
| 4 | Seafood Safety And Quality | Bachelor |
| 5 | Final Year Research Project Ii | Bachelor |
| 6 | Scientific Writing In Fisheries | Bachelor |
| 7 | Biosecurity And Seafood Safety | Master |
| 8 | Water Quality Management For Aquaculture | Bachelor |
| 9 | Wastewater Treatment Technolgy For Fisheries And Aquaculture Industry | Bachelor |
| 10 | Fisheries Instrumentation Technology | Diploma |
| 11 | Practical Aquaculture Ii | Diploma |
| 12 | Final Year Research Project I | Bachelor |
| 13 | Aquaculture Design And System Ii | Bachelor |
| 14 | Soil Science | Bachelor |
| 15 | Principles Of Aquaculture | Diploma |
POSTGRADUATE STUDENT
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Student Name | Degree | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zhangwenhui | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 2 | Siti Zuraida Binti Zulkipli | Master | Completed |
| 3 | Masliana Binti Zakaria | 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 | Persatuan Pusat Perusahaan-perusahaan Ikan Malaysia Honor Advisor | 01/01/2024 - 01/12/2026 | National | Persatuan Pusat Perusahaan-perusahaan Ikan Malaysia |
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Title | Year | Level | Collaborator | Funder |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Knowledge Transfer Program On Seafood Safety To Different Streaming Primary Schools: Education Empowerment Via Interactive Game-based And Storytelling Learning | 2026 - 2026 | University | Community | KTAGS |
AWARDS
| No. | Name of Awards/Recognition | Awarding Institution | Year Awarded | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China One Belt One Road Foreign Expert Research Collaboration Grant | Tianjin University Of Science & Technology | 2023 | International |
| 2 | Best Presenter | Fakulti Perikanan Dan Sains Makanan, Umt | 2023 | National |
