ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. NOOR HAFHIZAH BINTI ABD RAHIM
Faculty of Computer Science & Mathematics
noorhafhizah@umt.edu.my
https://wise.umt.edu.my/noorhafhizah
Executive Summary
Dr. Noor Hafhizah Abd Rahim is currently an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science and Mathematics, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT), with a strong research foundation in artificial intelligence. She holds a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Bristol, UK, and her expertise spans across machine learning, natural language processing, and the semantic web. Since joining UMT in 2015, she has led multiple national research grants under the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), including FRGS and FRGS-RACER, and has actively collaborated with research teams from other institutions. Her scholarly output includes numerous indexed journal articles, research books, and international conference papers, reflecting both the depth and impact of her work. She has supervised postgraduate and undergraduate students extensively and contributed as a reviewer, associate editor, and content developer for academic publications. Her commitment to research, teaching, and community engagement continues to advance the university's reputation and bridge academic innovation with real-world impact.
Expertise
APPLIED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Information And Communication Technology (ict)
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Deep Learning for Machine Learning
Publications
Indexed Journal (Scopus & Wos)
Non-Indexed Journal
Books
Chapter In Books
Proceedings
RM402,500.00
Approved Grants
6
H-Index (Scopus)
5
Number of Projects
7
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 | Hybrid Ensemble Model For Fake News Detection | 2022 | Journal Of Theoretical And Applied Information Technology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 2 | Performance Comparison Of Three Different Types Of Autoencoders Using Recommendation Systems | 2022 | Journal Of Theoretical And Applied Information Technology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 3 | Attention Aware Dual-path Autoencoder With Asymmetric Loss For Recognition In Complex Scenes | 2025 | International Journal Of Advanced Computer Science And Applications | WoS | Co Author |
| 4 | Detecting Fake News Through Deep Learning: A Current Systematic Review | 2025 | Telkomnika Telecommunication Computing Electronics And Control | Non-Index | Corresponding Author |
| 5 | An Improved Hybrid Semi-stacked Autoencoder For Item-features Of Recommendation System (ihsars) | 2023 | Indonesian Journal Of Electrical Engineering And Computer Science | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 6 | Exploring Transfer Learning And Convolutional Autoencoder For Effective Kitchen Utensils Classification | 2025 | Malaysian Journal Of Computing | Non-Index | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Self-supervised Learning For Ts-dh Modeled Finger Kinematics In Stroke Rehabilitation | 2025 | International Conference On Computational Mathematics And Digital Technology 2025 | none | Corresponding Author |
| 2 | Enhancing Learning Environment Using Ir4.0 Technology During Covid-19 Pandemic | 2023 | Aip Conference Proceedings | Scopus | Co Author |
| 3 | A Hybrid Classification Model For Predicting Breast Cancer Survivability Using Public Dataset | 2023 | 1st International Postgraduate Conference On Ocean Engineering Technology And Informatics 2021, Ipcoeti 2021 | Scopus | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 4 | Comparative Study Of Fusion Techniques For Multimodal Fake News Detection | 2025 | Scopus | Co Author | |
| 5 | Malcov: Covid-19 Fake News Dataset In The Malay Language | 2022 | Ivit 2022 - Proceedings Of 1st International Visualization, Informatics And Technology Conference | Scopus | Main Author, Corresponding 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 | Multimodal Lightweight Hybrid Deep Learning Systems For Baiting Seed Analysis Of Aquatic Fungi In Terengganu`s Mangrove Forests | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM40,000.00 | In Progress |
| 2 | Integrated Intelligent Tasks Management System For Accounting Firm | Co-Researcher | Industry/Private/NGO | UMT | RM60,000.00 | In Progress |
| 3 | A New Multimodal Fake News Detection Using Hybrid Deep Learning Method | Project Leader | National | Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi (KPT) | RM128,000.00 | In Progress |
| 4 | A Hybrid Model For Online Fake News Detection | Project Leader | National | Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) | RM60,000.00 | Completed |
| 5 | Identification Of Diseases And Nutrient Deficiencies In Plant Using The Fusion Of Convolutional Neural Networks And Multilayer Perceptron | Co-Researcher | National | FRGS | RM81,000.00 | In Progress |
TEACHING
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Subject Name | Degree Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Programming Ii | Bachelor |
| 2 | Final Year Research Project I | Bachelor |
| 3 | Software Project Management | Bachelor |
| 4 | Programming | Bachelor |
| 5 | Data Structure And Algorithm | Bachelor |
| 6 | Intelligent System | Bachelor |
| 7 | Software Requirement Engineering | Bachelor |
| 8 | Basic Programming | Bachelor |
| 9 | Computer System And Applications | Bachelor |
| 10 | Program Design And Problem Solving | Bachelor |
| 11 | Object Oriented System Analysis And Design | Bachelor |
| 12 | Technology And Application To Maritime Informatics | Bachelor |
| 13 | Final Year Research Project Ii | Bachelor |
| 14 | System Analysis And Design | Bachelor |
| 15 | Final Year Project I | Bachelor |
| 16 | Object-oriented Programming | Bachelor |
| 17 | Final Year Project Ii | Bachelor |
| 18 | Industrial Training | Bachelor |
POSTGRADUATE STUDENT
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Student Name | Degree | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mohd Hafriz Bin Nural Azhan | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 2 | Ahed Mleih Falah Al-sbou | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 3 | Fenny Syafariani | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 4 | Idza Aisara Binti Norabid | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 5 | Aimi Nursyahirah Binti Ahmad | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 6 | Muhammad Umair Khan | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 7 | Toh Wei Jer | 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 |
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CONSULTANCY
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| 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 |
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AWARDS
| No. | Name of Awards/Recognition | Awarding Institution | Year Awarded | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Development Of Fine Tuned - Transformer For Sentiment Analysis | Universiti Teknologi Mara (uitm) | 2023 | International |
| 2 | Development Of Fine Tuned - Transformer For Sentiment Analysis | Uitm | 2023 | National |
| 3 | Development Of Fine Tuned - Transformer For Sentiment Analysis | Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka | 2023 | National |
| 4 | Development Of Fine Tuned - Transformer For Sentiment Analysis | Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka | 2023 | National |
| 5 | Best Presenter Award | Unikl | 2022 | International |
| 6 | Best Paper Award | Unikl | 2022 | International |
