PROFESSOR DR. WAN IZATUL ASMA BINTI WAN TALAAT
Institute of Oceanography & Environment
wia@umt.edu.my
https://wise.umt.edu.my/wia
Executive Summary
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Expertise
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Law
Public International Law
Other Public International Law N.E.C
Publications
Indexed Journal (Scopus & Wos)
Non-Indexed Journal
Books
Chapter In Books
Proceedings
RM2,741,508.62
Approved Grants
10
H-Index (Scopus)
22
Number of Projects
23
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 | Uncovering Foraminiferal Assemblages In Pulau Redang And The Importance Of Foram Index Calibration For Reef Monitoring In South China Sea | 2024 | Marine Environmental Research | WoS | Co Author |
| 2 | Survey Data On Fishermen Perception Of Marine Protected Areas In West Coast Of Malaysia | 2025 | Data In Brief | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 3 | Assessment Of Governance And Ecological Status Of Terengganu Marine Park, Malaysia: Toward Marine Spatial Planning [penilaian Pengurusan Dan Status Ekologi Taman Laut Terengganu, Malaysia: Ke Arah Pembangunan Reruang Laut] | 2023 | Sains Malaysiana | Scopus | Co Author |
| 4 | Traditional Knowledge Of Marine Resources And Its Impact On The Well-being Of Coastal Communities In Peninsular Malaysia | 2023 | International Journal Of Design And Nature And Ecodynamics | Scopus | Co Author |
| 5 | Spatial Dynamics Of Macrobenthos Assemblages In Different Breakwater Systems In Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia | 2025 | Pertanika Journal Of Science And Technology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 6 | The Socio-economic Impact Of Artificial Reefs On Fishing Communities In The East Coast Region Of Malaysia | 2025 | Wellbeing Space And Society | WoS | Co Author |
| 7 | Traditional Knowledge Of Marine Resources And Their Relations To The Coastal Community`s Economic Well-being In Peninsular Malaysia | 2022 | International Journal Of Sustainable Development And Planning | Scopus | Co Author |
| 8 | Assessment Of Governance And Ecological Status Of Terengganu Marine Park, Malaysia: Toward Marine Spatial Planning | 2022 | Sains Malaysiana | WoS | Co Author |
| 9 | Integrating Social, Economic, And Environmental Factors To Evaluate How Competitive Urban Landscapes Are For The Development Of Sustainable Cities: Penang Island In Malaysia As A Case Study | 2023 | Land | Scopus | Co Author |
| 10 | The Travel Time Of Floatable Litter Of Different Densities Influenced By River Flow Velocity | 2023 | Applied Sciences (switzerland) | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 11 | Identifying Erosion Risk Criteria For Coastal City Sustainability By Using A Hyper-delphi-hierarchy Model: A Case Study Of Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia | 2024 | Environment Development And Sustainability | WoS | Co Author |
| 12 | Effective Conservation Of Cultural And Natural Heritage Of The Bidong Archipelago Via Marine Spatial Planning: A Review | 2025 | Ocean And Coastal Management | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 13 | Local Tourists` Perception Of Ecotourism Development In Labuan Marine Park, Malaysia | 2025 | Jati-journal Of Southeast Asian Studies | WoS | Co Author |
| 14 | Foraminiferal Insights Into Reef Condition In A Marine Protected Area Of Pulau Perhentian, South China Sea | 2026 | Marine Environmental Research | Scopus | Co Author |
| 15 | The Role Of Traditional Knowledge Due To Climate Change Adaptation And Economic Wellbeing In Island Communities: A Case Study Of Terengganu, Malaysia | 2024 | Sustainability | WoS | Co Author |
| 16 | Simulation And Analysis Of Sea-level Change From Tide Gauge Station By Using Artificial Neural Network Models | 2022 | Sains Malaysiana | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 17 | The Origins Of The Trust Doctrine For The Indigenous Peoples: A Commentary From The Malaysian Perspective | 2023 | Iium Law Journal | WoS | Co Author |
| 18 | Strategic Master Plan For Coastal City Risk Mitigation: A Case Study Of Kuala Nerus And Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia | 2026 | Natural Hazards | Scopus | Co Author |
| 19 | Using A Hybrid Delphi Hierarchical Process, The Development Of A Holistic Index To Measure City Competitiveness In Malaysia: A Case Study From Penang Island | 2022 | Modeling Earth Systems And Environment | Scopus | Co Author |
| 20 | Adopting Marine Spatial Planning (msp) Using Coral Health Assessment As Indicator: A Case Study In Pulau Redang Marine Park, Malaysia | 2024 | Ocean And Coastal Management | Scopus | Co Author |
| 21 | Changes Of Fatty Acid Profiles In Mushroom Corals (fungia Fungites) After Short-term Laboratory Exposure To Anti-fouling Herbicide Diuron | 2024 | Malaysian Applied Biology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 22 | Marine Spatial Planning As A Potential Practical Approach To Manage Setiu Wetland As An Ecologically Sensitive Area | 2025 | Integrated Environmental Assessment And Management | WoS | Co Author |
| 23 | Policy Scenarios For Sustainable Urban Coastal Development: A Technological Approach In Labuan Bajo, Indonesia | 2025 | Indonesian Journal Of Urban And Environmental Technology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 24 | Analysis Of The Annelida Families In Four Contrast Coastal Defence Structures (cds) In Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia | 2025 | Thalassas | WoS | Co Author |
| 25 | Marine Protected Area And Climate Change: A Mapping Review | 2025 | Ecological Informatics | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 26 | Sea-level Projections Using A Narx-nn Model Of Tide Gauge Data For The Coastal City Of Kuala Terengganu In Malaysia | 2022 | Environmental Science And Pollution Research | Scopus | Co Author |
| 27 | Assessment Of Coral Health Status Using Two-dimensional Coral Health Index (2d-chi): A Preliminary Study In Pulau Perhentian Marine Park, Malaysia | 2022 | Regional Studies In Marine Science | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 28 | Hazard Assessment And Modeling Of Erosion And Sea Level Rise Under Global Climate Change Conditions For Coastal City Management | 2023 | Natural Hazards Review | Scopus | Co Author |
| 29 | Seasonal Benthic Species Composition Linked To Coastal Defense Structures (cds) In Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia | 2023 | Peerj | WoS | Co Author |
| 30 | The Utilization Of Traditional Knowledge On The Impact Of Climate Change Towards Island Communities` Social Well-being: The Mediating Effect Of Adaptive Capacity | 2025 | Planning Malaysia | Scopus | Co Author |
Books
| No. | Book Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application Of Local Knowledge In Different Spheres Of Practice | 2024 | Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia | |
| 2 | Ocean Governance: Bridging The Gaps, Connecting The Dots | 2024 | Penerbit Umt |
Chapter In Books
| No. | Book Title | Chapter Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malaysia A Maritime Nation Agenda: Navigating The Horizon | Navigating The Maritime Nation Agenda: Marine Spatial Planning As A Catalyst For Blue Economy Development In Malaysia | 2025 | RMN SEA POWER CENTRE | |
| 2 | Application Of Local Knowledge In Different Spheres Of Practice | Protection Of The Local Knowledge On The Associated Use Of Biological Resources Under The Malaysian Law | 2024 | PENERBIT UNIVERSITI SAINS MALAYSIA |
Proceeding
| No. | Article Title | Year | Proceeding | Indexing | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Empowering Community Leadership In Coastal Dune Vegetation Management As A Nature-based Solution (nbs) For Sustainable Coastal Environments | 2026 | Iop Conference Series: Earth And Environmental Science | Scopus | Co 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 | Port Erosion Management In The East Coast Of Peninsular Malaysia ¿¿¿ Socioeconomic Perspectives | Co-Researcher | Industry/Private/NGO | OCEAN HYDRO SDN. BHD. | RM20,000.00 | In Progress |
| 2 | Kajian Daya Tampungan Bagi Pulau Perhentian Kecil Dan Pulau Perhentian Besar | Co-Researcher | National | Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia (Department of Fisheries) | RM100,000.00 | In Progress |
| 3 | Elucidating The Vertical Coral Reef Zonation Via Assessment Of Hard Coral Community For Ecological Model Of The Pulau Kapas Marine Park, Malaysia | Co-Researcher | National | KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM164,400.00 | In Progress |
| 4 | Developing Cross-sectorial Anti-corruption Risk Framework In Fisheries Sector | Co-Researcher | National | KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM29,000.00 | In Progress |
| 5 | Community-driven Nature-based Solutions For Environmental Sustainability In Malaysian Aquaculture | Co-Researcher | International | THE BRITISH COUNCIL, UK | RM123,878.74 | In Progress |
| 6 | Keberkesanan Sosio Ekonomi Tukun Tiruan/ Peranti Di Kompleks Tukun Tiruan/ Peranti Pantai Barat Semenanjung Malaysia | Co-Researcher | National | Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia (Department of Fisheries) | RM180,000.00 | In Progress |
| 7 | Keberkesanan Penambahbaikan Sistem Kutipan Fi (taman Laut) | Co-Researcher | National | Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia (Department of Fisheries) | RM50,000.00 | Completed |
| 8 | Risiko Rasuah Dalam Sektor Perikanan | Co-Researcher | National | SURUHANJAYA PENCEGAHAN RASUAH MALAYSIA (SPRM) | RM55,000.00 | Completed |
| 9 | Synergising Informed Decision-making Via Marine Spatial Planning, Integrated Marine Data Management And Well-regulated Marine Scientific Research | Project Leader | National | KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM115,000.00 | Completed |
| 10 | Kajian Penambahbaikan Tadbir Urus Perancangan Spatial Marin Sebagai Pemacu Pembangunan Ekonomi Baru | Project Leader | National | KEMENTERIAN EKONOMI | RM88,620.00 | Completed |
| 11 | Country Data Collection, Policy Analysis And Stakeholders Network Support 2023-2024 | Project Leader | International | Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) | RM44,438.00 | In Progress |
| 12 | Penyediaan Blueprint Bagi Penubuhan Large Marine Manage Area (pewartaan 0-12bn) Fasa 2 | Project Leader | National | Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia | RM180,000.00 | In Progress |
| 13 | Developing An Integrated Policy Framework For Microalgae Cultivation In The Aquaculture Ponds For The Biofuel Industry In Malaysia | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM7,000.00 | In Progress |
| 14 | Penyediaan Blueprint Bagi Penubuhan Large Marine Manage Area (pewartaan 0-12bn) Fasa 1 | Project Leader | National | Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia (Department of Fisheries) | RM130,000.00 | Completed |
| 15 | Projek Kerjasama Malaysia Marine Spatial Planning (mmsp Project) | Project Leader | International | FIJIAN INSTITUTE FOR SUSTAINALBE OCEANS (XIAMEN UNIVERSITY) CHINA | RM244,288.21 | Completed |
| 16 | Malaysian Marine Spatial Planning | Project Leader | International | China Oceanic Development Foundation (via Ocean and Earth Science Technology) | RM244,288.21 | In Progress |
| 17 | Country Data Collection, Policy Analysis And Stakeholders Network Support | Project Leader | International | Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) | RM42,288.00 | In Progress |
| 18 | Pembangunan Kapasiti Penyelidikan Dan Komuniti Berasaskan Penyu Negeri Terengganu | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM500,000.00 | Completed |
| 19 | Impact Study Of The Climate Change And Sea Level Rise To The Socio-economy Of Perhentian And Redang Islands | Co-Researcher | National | Institut Penyelidikan Hidraulik Kebangsaan Malaysia (NAHRIM) | RM85,000.00 | Completed |
| 20 | Meeting The Sgds: Creating Innovative Insfrastructures And Policy Solution To Support Sustainable Development In Global South Communities (gs-dev) | Co-Researcher | International | UK SDG Fund | RM181,467.46 | In Progress |
| 21 | Developing A Model Of Protective Mechanism Of Associated Traditional Knowledge On Marine Biological Resources Among The Coastal Communities In Malaysia | Co-Researcher | National | Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) | RM78,420.00 | Completed |
| 22 | Developing A Model Of Protective Mechanism Of The Associated Traditional Knowledge On Marine Biological Resources Among The Coastal Communities In Malaysia | Co-Researcher | National | Ministry of Education | RM78,420.00 | In Progress |
TEACHING
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Subject Name | Degree Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Islamic Family Law | Bachelor |
| 2 | Commercial Law | Bachelor |
| 3 | The Law Of Marine Insurance | Bachelor |
| 4 | Regional Fishery Governance, Law And Policy | Master |
| 5 | Container System | Bachelor |
| 6 | Maritime Transportation Law | Bachelor |
| 7 | Commercial Laws | Bachelor |
| 8 | Natural Resource Law | Bachelor |
| 9 | International Law Of The Sea | Bachelor |
| 10 | Maritime Law | Master |
| 11 | Project Paper | Bachelor |
POSTGRADUATE STUDENT
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Student Name | Degree | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asril Zakariah | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 2 | Nurul Syamimi Binti Samsuddin | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 3 | Ameer Farhan Bin Mohd Arzaman | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 4 | Nur Fazne Ibrahim | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 5 | Shukri Bin Arsad | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 6 | Husni Alhan Bin Md Salimun | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 7 | Daniel Quilter | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 8 | Nurulain Binti Mohd Zawawi | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 9 | Lua Wei Yien | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 10 | Muhammad Rizal Bin Razali | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 11 | Nur Athmar Binti Hashim | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 12 | Suleiman Said Bakari | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 13 | Yuzwan Bin Mohamad | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 14 | Khyrizan Binti Abu Jalil | Master | Completed |
| 15 | Lua Wei Yien | Master | Completed |
| 16 | Puteri Arlis Tsharina Binti Jazlan Arif | Master | Ongoing |
| 17 | Nurul Farhana Binti Abdul Razak | Master | Completed |
| 18 | Muhammad Danial Bin Noor Iskandar | Master | Completed |
| 19 | Izarenah Bt Md. Repin | Master | Ongoing |
| 20 | Nurul Huda Binti Sapehee | Master | Completed |
| 21 | Nur Nabila Nadia Othman | Master | Ongoing |
| 22 | Mohamad Haris Aiman Bin Mohd Shafein | Master | Ongoing |
| 23 | Nur Qaisah Syahirah Binti Eddy @ Ismail | 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 | Eria Data Collection 2023/2024 On ¿¿¿country Data Collection, Policy Analysis And Stakeholders Network Support¿¿¿ | 01/12/2023 - 01/12/2024 | International | Economic Research Institute For Asean And East Asia (eria) |
| 2 | Kajian Rancangan Tempatan Daerah Setiu 2035 (sektor Geobencana) | 01/01/2022 - 01/12/2023 | National | Planmalaysia |
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 |
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