DR. SAIRATUL DAHLIANIS BINTI ISHAK
Institute of Tropical Aquaculture & Fisheries
sairatul.ishak@umt.edu.my
https://wise.umt.edu.my/sairatul.ishak
Executive Summary
Ts. Dr. Sairatul Dahlianis Ishak is a scientist with a strong background in aquatic biology, feed innovation, and sustainable aquaculture systems. Her research focuses on nutrient and ingredient utilization, alternative protein sources, functional feed development, and exploration of fisheries resources to enhance aquaculture sustainability and efficiency. As an advocate for science-based coastal community empowerment, Dr. Sairatul has led and participated in numerous community projects that integrate research, technology, and social innovation to strengthen local aquaculture practices and promote blue economy initiatives.
Expertise
LIFE SCIENCES
Fisheries And Aquaculture Sciences
Aquaculture Sciences
Fish Nutrition Aquaculture Feed and Nutrition
Publications
Indexed Journal (Scopus & Wos)
Non-Indexed Journal
Books
Chapter In Books
Proceedings
RM100,000.00
Approved Grants
14
H-Index (Scopus)
2
Number of Projects
2
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 | Enhancing Reproductive Performance Of Freshwater Finfish Species Through Dietary Lipids | 2022 | Aquaculture Nutrition | Scopus | Co Author |
| 2 | Physiological Adaptation And Gut Microbiota Changes Of Orange Mud Crab Scylla Olivacea In Response To Increased Temperature Condition | 2024 | Aquatic Sciences | WoS | Co Author |
| 3 | Life History Traits Of The Marine Amphipod Cymadusa Vadosa Under Laboratory Conditions: Insights On Productivity And Aquaculture Potential | 2023 | Aquatic Sciences | Scopus | Co Author |
| 4 | Optimizing Reproductive Performance In Pangasius Catfish Broodstock: A Review Of Dietary And Molecular Strategies | 2024 | Veterinary And Animal Science | Scopus | Co Author |
| 5 | Morphometric And Sexual Characteristics Of Macrobrachium Rosenbergii (de Man, 1879) From The Nyatoh River, Malaysia | 2023 | Journal Of Crustacean Biology | WoS | Co Author |
| 6 | Growth Performance, Fatty Acid Profile, Gut, And Muscle Histo-morphology Of Malaysian Mahseer, Tor Tambroides Post Larvae Fed Short-term Host Associated Probiotics | 2022 | Aquaculture And Fisheries | Scopus | Co Author |
| 7 | Recent Advances On Microalgae Cultivation For Simultaneous Biomass Production And Removal Of Wastewater Pollutants To Achieve Circular Economy | 2022 | Bioresource Technology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 8 | Aquaculture Wastewater-raised Azolla As Partial Alternative Dietary Protein For Pangasius Catfish | 2022 | Environmental Research | Scopus | Co Author |
| 9 | Lagoon Amphipods As A New Feed Resource For Aquaculture: A Life History Assessment Of Grandidierella Halophila | 2023 | Journal Of Sea Research | Scopus | Co Author |
| 10 | Assessing Impact Of Stingray Gill Net Fishery To Bycatch Population Around Bidong Island, Malaysia | 2022 | Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management | Scopus | Co Author |
| 11 | First Report On The Life History Of The Marine Amphipod Ceradocus Mizani And Its Implication For Aquaculture | 2023 | Invertebrate Biology | WoS | Co Author |
| 12 | Different Starch Sources Affect Physical Characteristics Of Extruded Feeds Prepared For The Malaysian Mahseer, Tor Tambroides | 2022 | Journal Of Applied Aquaculture | Scopus | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 13 | Marine Natural Products As Potential Inhibitors Against Pathogenic Streptococcus Agalactiae Using Molecular Docking Study For Human And Fish Disease Control | 2024 | Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management | Scopus | Co Author |
| 14 | A State-of-the-art Review On Producing Engineered Biochar From Shellfish Waste And Its Application In Aquaculture Wastewater Treatment | 2022 | Chemosphere | Scopus | Co Author |
| 15 | Fatty Acids In The Inedible Parts Of Jade Perch Scortum Barcoo | 2022 | Aquaculture International | WoS | Co Author |
Books
| No. | Book Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biologi Dan Kultur Udang Galah | 2023 | Penerbit Umt |
Chapter In Books
| No. | Book Title | Chapter Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diatoms: Ecology And Biotechnological Applications | Aquatic Role Of Diatoms: From Primary Producers And Aquafeeds | 2023 | CRC Press | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 2 | Marine Biomass: Biorefinery, Bioproducts And Environmental Bioremediation | The Biology Of Diatom And Potential Usage For Value-added Products | 2024 | De Gruyter | Co Author |
| 3 | Pembelajaran Bersepadu Ternakan Ikan Air Tawar Berkualiti Tinggi | Spesies Akuakultur Air Tawar | 2023 | PENERBIT UMT | |
| 4 | Pembelajaran Bersepadu Ternakan Ikan Air Tawar Berkualiti Tinggi | Makanan Dan Nutrisi | 2023 | PENERBIT UMT | |
| 5 | Pembelajaran Bersepadu Ternakan Ikan Air Tawar Berkualiti Tinggi | Isu Dan Cabaran Ternakan Ikan Air Tawar | 2023 | PENERBIT UMT | 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 | Elucidating The Nutritional Value, Elemental Composition, And Sensory Profiling Of Commercial Squid (loligo Spp) Tissues Harvested Using Different Fishing Gears In Terengganu Waters | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM40,000.00 | In Progress |
| 2 | Development Of An Integrated Aquaculture System For Growing Microalgae, Coral Shrimp And Clownfish For Growth Enhancement | Project Leader | National | Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) | RM60,000.00 | In Progress |
TEACHING
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Subject Name | Degree Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Integrity And Anti-corruption | Bachelor |
| 2 | Animal Biotechnology | Bachelor |
| 3 | Advanced Fish Nutrition | Bachelor |
| 4 | Marine Microbial Diversity | Bachelor |
POSTGRADUATE STUDENT
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Student Name | Degree | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zuhayra Nasrin Binti Ahmad Shukri | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 2 | 'abidah Binti Md Noh | 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 | Live Shrimp Bait Module : Techniques And Guides To Farm Live Shrimp Bait | Copyright | Awarded | DV2026C00011 | 2026 |
| 2 | Chitosan Microcoated Feed For Crustacean Aquaculture | Patent | none | PI2025000262 | 2025 |
| 3 | Biologi Dan Kultur Udang Galah | Copyright | Awarded | LY2024C06997 | 2024 |
| 4 | Buku Pembelajaran Bersepadu Ternakan Ikan Air Tawar Berkualiti Tinggi | Copyright | Awarded | CRLY2023C04281 | 2023 |
| 5 | E-book Buku Pembelajaran Bersepadu Ternakan Ikan Air Tawar Berkualiti Tinggi | Copyright | Awarded | CRLY2023C04282 | 2023 |
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 | Pembangunan Projek Polikultur Akuaponik Marin Untuk Penjanaan Pendapatan Tambahan Pertubuhan Orang Cacat Penglihatan, Teluk Ketapang, Terengganu | 2025 - 2025 | National | Government | KEMENTERIAN KEWANGAN MALAYSIA (MOF) |
| 2 | Bengkel Pengenalan Dan Inovasi Produk Sumber Laut Berasaskan Ikan Buntal: Aplikasi Teknologi Dari Pangkor Ke Terengganu | 2025 - 2025 | University | Community | KTAGS |
| 3 | Projek Integrasi Ikan Air Tawar Dan Ternakan Kelulut | 2024 - 2025 | National | Community | none |
| 4 | Projek Ternakan Ikan Tilapia Dan Tanaman | 2024 - 2025 | National | Community | none |
| 5 | Projek Ternakan Integrasi Ikan Air Tawar Dalam Tangki | 2024 - 2025 | National | Community | none |
| 6 | Akuakultur Integrasi Secara Produktif Kepada Komuniti | 2024 - 2025 | National | Community | none |
| 7 | Program Peningkatan Pendapatan Komuniti Madani Menggunakan Sistem Akuaponik Kos Rendah Untuk Ternakan Ikan Tilapia | 2024 - 2024 | National | Government | none |
| 8 | Projek Ternakan Ikan Tilapia Untuk Peningkatan Pendapatan Komuniti Madani | 2024 - 2024 | National | Government | none |
| 9 | Pembangunan Projek Ternakan Udang Umpan Hidup | 2024 - 2024 | National | Government | none |
| 10 | Edu-aqua Park: Penternakan Ikan Keli Secara Komersial Secara Lestari Melalui "rapid Biofloc" Bagi Komuniti Kuala Nerus, Terengganu | 2024 - 2024 | National | Government | none |
| 11 | Akuakultur Integrasi Secara Produktif Kepada Komuniti. | 2023 - 2024 | University | Community | none |
| 12 | Pembelajaran Dan Pembangunan Sistem Ternakan Ikan Air Tawar Berkualiti Tinggi Secara Komersil | 2022 - 2023 | National | Community | none |
AWARDS
| No. | Name of Awards/Recognition | Awarding Institution | Year Awarded | Level |
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