ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. CHIA POH WAI
Faculty of Science & Marine Environment
pohwai@umt.edu.my
https://wise.umt.edu.my/pohwai
Executive Summary
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Expertise
PHYSICAL SCIENCES
Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemical Synthesis
Publications
Indexed Journal (Scopus & Wos)
Non-Indexed Journal
Books
Chapter In Books
Proceedings
RM647,800.35
Approved Grants
15
H-Index (Scopus)
7
Number of Projects
10
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 | Air Pollution-based Socio-scientific Issues Situated In Tetrahedral Chemistry Education Framework For Form Four Students Learning About Environmental Education And Sustainable Development | 2022 | Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 2 | Mineralization Of Palm Oil Mill Effluent By Advanced Oxidation Processes: A Review On Current Trends And The Way Forward | 2024 | Environmental Pollution | Scopus | Co Author |
| 3 | Synthesis And Phytotoxic Test Of Calcium Oxide Nanoparticles Derived From Cassava Peels And Leaves Against Selected Malaysian Common Weeds | 2025 | Es Food And Agroforestry | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 4 | Allelopathic Potential Of Cassava (manihot Esculenta L.) Extracts On Germination And Seedling Growth Of Selected Weeds And Aerobic Rice | 2022 | Sains Malaysiana | Scopus | Co Author |
| 5 | Enhancing Hydrolytic Stability Of Rice Husk-polyvinyl Alcohol Biocomposites Through Fertilizer Incorporation For Sustainable Agricultural Mulches | 2026 | Biopolymers | WoS | Co Author |
| 6 | Biowastes As Sustainable Source For Nanoparticle Synthesis And Their Pesticide Properties: A Review | 2024 | Es Food And Agroforestry | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 7 | The Use Of Food Additives As Green And Environmental-friendly Anti-corrosion Inhibitors For Protection Of Metals And Alloys: A Review | 2023 | Environmental Science And Pollution Research | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 8 | Areca Catechu Husk Oriented Activated Carbon In Application For Bisphenol A Removal Through Adsorption Method | 2024 | International Journal Of Environmental Science And Technology | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 9 | Food Additives For The Synthesis Of Metal Nanoparticles: A Review | 2022 | Environmental Chemistry Letters | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 10 | Calcium Oxide Waste-based Catalysts For Biodiesel Production And Depollution: A Review | 2024 | Environmental Chemistry Letters | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 11 | Allelopathic Effects Of Rice Husk On Goosegrass (eleusine Indica) And Lettuce (lactuca Sativa) | 2026 | South African Journal Of Botany | Scopus | Co Author |
| 12 | Green Synthesis Of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Leaves Extract Of Mariposa Christia Vespertilionis And Its Potential As Anode Materials In Sodium-ion Batteries (sibs) | 2023 | Arabian Journal For Science And Engineering | Scopus | Co Author |
| 13 | Synthesis Of N-acyl Glycine Surfactant From Palm Oil As Green Repellent And Toxicant To Termite (microcerotermes Diversus) | 2022 | Anais Da Academia Brasileira De Ciencias | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 14 | Gas Stripping Coupled With In-situ Oxidation Assisted Microwave Remediation Of Contaminated Soil For Efficient Removal Of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (pahs) | 2023 | Chemical Engineering Journal | WoS | Co Author |
| 15 | Synthesis Of Betaine-fatty Acid Ionic Liquid As Potential Anticorrosion Inhibitor | 2025 | Journal Of Taibah University For Science | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 16 | Phytotoxic Compounds Of Cassava Leaf Extracts For Weed Inhibition In Aerobic Rice | 2023 | South African Journal Of Botany | Scopus | Co Author |
| 17 | Samarium Oxide As Efficient And Non-endangered Metal For Synthesis Of Sulfones From Sulfides: An Elemental Sustainability Concept | 2023 | Journal Of Taibah University For Science | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 18 | Volatile Organic Compounds Of Bryophytes From Peninsular Malaysia And Their Roles In Bryophytes | 2022 | Plants-basel | WoS | Co Author |
| 19 | Integrative Taxonomy Reveals A New Species Of The Genus Lejeunea (marchantiophya: Lejeuneaceae) From Peninsular Malaysia | 2022 | Plants | Scopus | Co Author |
| 20 | A Waste Valorization Strategy For The Synthesis Of Phenols From (hetero)arylboronic Acids Using Pomegranate Peel Ash Extract | 2022 | Green Chemistry Letters And Reviews | WoS | Co Author |
| 21 | An Efficient And Chemical Oxidants-free Protocol Of Synthesizing Carboxylic Acids From Aldehydes Catalyzed By The Betaine-fatty Acids Ionic Liquid Derived From Vegetable Oil | 2022 | Catalysis Today | Scopus | Co Author |
| 22 | Highly Efficient Onion Peel Ash Catalyst For Degradation Of Methylene Blue | 2024 | Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 23 | Allelopathic Potential Of Cassava (manihot Esculenta L.) Extracts On Germination And Seedling Growth Of Selected Weeds And Aerobic Rice Br | 2022 | Sains Malaysiana | WoS | Co Author |
| 24 | Areca Catechu Activated Carbon-based Thin Film Microextraction: An Alternative Solution For Extracting Bisphenol A From Environmental Samples | 2025 | Chemical Papers | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 25 | The Effectiveness Of A Blog Resilience Programme For First-year Basic Organic Chemistry Students | 2025 | Journal Of Turkish Science Education | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 26 | 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 |
| 27 | Green Synthesis And Characterization Of Zno-nps And Ag/zno-nps Using Mariposa Christia Vespertilionis For The Photodegradation Of Pesticides: Endosulfan And Aldrin | 2025 | Emergent Materials | WoS | Co Author |
| 28 | Use Of The Chemical Swot Methodology To Enable Students To Analyse And Discuss The Socio-scientific Issues In The Classroom | 2022 | Asian Journal Of University Education | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 29 | Valorization Of Discarded Face Mask For Bioactive Compound Synthesis And Photodegradation Of Dye | 2022 | Environmental Research | Scopus | Corresponding 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 | Elucidation Of The Storage Mechanism On Green Zno Nanocomposites Utilizing Biomass-derived Porous Activated Carbon From Oil-palm As An Anode For Sodium- Ion Batteries | Co-Researcher | National | KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM154,000.00 | In Progress |
| 2 | Green Synthesis Of Silver Doped Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles (zno-nps) Using Aqueous Plant Extract Of Cleome Viscosa Incorporated With Activated Carbon From Areca Catechu Fruit And Its Photodegradation Towards Antibiotics In Water Samples | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM110,000.00 | In Progress |
| 3 | Enhancing Conceptual Understanding In Electrochemistry: A Continuation From Comic Strips To Gamified Augmented Reality (ar) Storyboards | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM10,000.00 | In Progress |
| 4 | Elucidating The Characteristic And Antioxidant Properties Of Melanin Nanoparticles Biodegradable Films Using Microscopic And Analytical Techniques For Safe Use Of Food Packaging | Co-Researcher | National | KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM189,760.00 | In Progress |
| 5 | Investigation On The Electron Scattering, Diffraction Pattern And Kinetic Parameters Of Silver Nanoparticle Capped With Beta-carboline Derived From Cassava Biowaste. | Project Leader | National | KEMENTERIAN PENGAJIAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM91,000.00 | Completed |
| 6 | Green Synthesis Of Silver Doped Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Aqueous Leaves Extract Incorporated With Activated Carbon From Oil Palm Kernel Shell (ag-zno-nps/ac) And Its Mechanistic Study Towards Photodegradation Of Organochlorine Pesticide (ocps) In Water Samples | Co-Researcher | International | ORGANISATION FOR THE PROHIBITION OF CHEMICAL WEAPONS (OPCW) | RM44,875.05 | In Progress |
| 7 | Investigation On The Use Of Fabricated Metals Impregnated On Pectin Biopolymeric Materials As Sustainable Absorbents In Solid Phase Extraction For Pre-concentration Of Mycotoxins In Cassava Product Samples | Project Leader | International | ORGANISATION FOR THE PROHIBITION OF CHEMICAL WEAPONS (OPCW) | RM48,165.30 | Completed |
TEACHING
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Subject Name | Degree Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Functional Group Transformation | Bachelor |
| 2 | Environmental Chemistry : Special Topics | Bachelor |
| 3 | Mechanisms In Organic Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 4 | Structural Identification Of Chemical Compounds | Bachelor |
| 5 | Spectroscopic Technique In Analytical Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 6 | Final Year Research Project I | Bachelor |
| 7 | Principles Of Organic Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 8 | Basic Chemistry Practical | Bachelor |
| 9 | Research Methods In Chemical Sciences | Bachelor |
| 10 | Principle Of Organic Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 11 | Basic Organic Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 12 | Chemicals Safety And Management | Bachelor |
| 13 | Practical Organic Chemistry | Bachelor |
| 14 | Final Year Research Project Ii | Bachelor |
| 15 | Basic Analytical Chemistry | Bachelor |
POSTGRADUATE STUDENT
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Student Name | Degree | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hannan Safiyyah Tan Sian Hui Binti Abdullah | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 2 | Julius Yong Fu Siong | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 3 | Ain Farina Binti Farizan | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 4 | Meera Anwaar | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 5 | Siti Aisyah Binti Mohamad Taupik | Master | Completed |
| 6 | Siti Aisyah Binti Mohamad Taupik | Master | Completed |
| 7 | Nur Aimi Aqilah Binti Ahmad Ruslan | Master | Completed |
| 8 | Nur Aimi Aqilah Binti Ahmad Ruslan | Master | Completed |
| 9 | Nurhamizah Binti Nordin | Master | Completed |
| 10 | Intan Nur Zulayqha Binti Nor Azmi | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calcium Oxide Nanoparticle Derived From Cassava Peel As Alternative Antioxidant Agent And Catalyst In Organic Transformation | Copyright | none | LY2023C04291 | 2023 |
CONSULTANCY
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Title | Date | Level | Client Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green Insecticide | 01/11/2021 - 01/10/2022 | National | Green 2 U Sdn Bhd |
| 2 | Green Cockroach Bait | 01/04/2021 - 01/05/2021 | National | Green 2 U Sdn Bhd |
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Title | Year | Level | Collaborator | Funder |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Projek Green Living | 2021 - 2026 | University | University | none |
| 2 | Pendekatan Sains Dan Kehidupan Terhadap Pembelajaran Kimia Tingkatan 4. | 2025 - 2025 | University | Community | KTAG |
| 3 | Introduction Of Socio-scientific Issue In Form Four Learning | 2022 - 2023 | University | University | none |
| 4 | Green Campus Living | 2021 - 2022 | University | University | none |
| 5 | Implementation And Assessment Of Big Picture Learning For Form Four Chemistry Students | 2021 - 2022 | National | University | none |
AWARDS
| No. | Name of Awards/Recognition | Awarding Institution | Year Awarded | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Sustainable And Chemical Oxidant Free Toolbox: [bet][fa] Ionic Liquid For Converting Benzaldehydes To Carboxylic Acids. | Universiti Colleage Tati | 2023 | National |
| 2 | Best Paper Award | Swuice 2022 Conference | 2022 | International |
