Presentation options available at the 3rd ICMBB:
TRANSDICIPLINARY INNOVATION: ADVANCING SCIENCE THROUGH RESPONSIBLE USE OF AI FOR HUMAN AND PLANETARY WELL-BEING
Keynote Speakers
Professor Richard Bayliss is a Professor of Molecular Medicine in the Faculty of Biological Sciences at the University of Leeds and the former Head of the School of Molecular and Cellular Biology (2018–2019). Utilizing interdisciplinary approaches such as structural biology and biophysics, his award-winning research—recognized by honors including the Royal Society University Research Fellowship and the Frank May Award—focuses on the molecular mechanisms of cellular functions and human diseases. His pioneering achievements include determining the first crystal structures of nuclear transport factors bound to FG-repeats and solving the first structures of EML family proteins, which revealed how distinct EML4-ALK fusion variants drive certain lung cancers. Furthermore, Professor Bayliss has resolved the regulatory mechanisms of key kinases like Aurora-A, NEK7, and IRE1, comprehensively mapped the molecular interactions within the clathrin–TACC3–ch-TOG mitotic spindle complex, and directly enabled the development of novel small-molecule inhibitors targeting four frequently dysregulated kinases, significantly advancing structure-based drug design.
PROF. DR. RICHARD BAYLISS
Faculty of Biological Sciences
University of Leeds,
United Kingdom
PROF. DR. TS. NURFADHLINA BT MOHD SHAREF
Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology,
Universiti Putra Malaysia,
Malaysia
Professor Ts. Dr. Nurfadhlina Mohd Sharef is a distinguished researcher in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science, holding a PhD from the University of Bristol, an MSc from Universiti Putra Malaysia, and a B.IT from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. With a robust academic impact highlighted by over 1,600 Google Scholar citations and a Scopus h-index of 15, her primary research applies cutting-edge technologies like Intelligent Systems, Digital Twins, and Text Mining to specialized domains such as Agriculture AI, Precision Biodiversity, and e-learning. Beyond her scientific contributions, Professor Nurfadhlina is a dedicated advocate for women in STEM, having led the "Back To Work Better" post-COVID career support initiative sponsored by the National Science and Technology Development Agency of Thailand. She actively champions female empowerment in academia by authoring literature such as Women Who Lead and Srikandi PhD, and by organizing impactful mentorship platforms, including webinars with the British Council and dedicated support groups for postgraduate women.
Plenary Speakers
Prof. Dr. Lionel obtained his PhD and completed his post-doctoral fellowship at University of Malaya (UM), specializing in the field of molecular oncology and cancer immunology. With more than 12 years of teaching experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, his career as an academic began in 2013 when he joined UCSI University as a lecturer. He then served as the Head of Department for Research & Postgraduate Studies, and subsequently as the Deputy Dean where he established the faculty’s Forensic Science and PhD degree programmes. In 2019, he received his Professional Technologist title from the Malaysian Board of Technologist (MBOT), was appointed as the Dean for the Faculty of Applied Sciences, and is currently the Deputy-Director at the International Institute of Science Diplomacy and Sustainability (IISDS).
Being an active researcher, Prof. Dr. Lionel specializes in the area of cancer immunotherapeutics, and in 2015, he established the Cancer Immunotherapy Research Group (CIRG). He has graduated 27 postgraduate students and is currently supervising 9 MSc and PhD candidates. His current research involves the development of cancer vaccines, antibody-drug conjugates, adoptive cell immunotherapies and cancer diagnostics. In 2017, he was awarded the US InnoCentive Premium Challenge Award for the Delivery of Biomolecules through the Gastrointestinal Tract and is currently also appointed as a Research Fellow at the Malaysia Genome and Vaccine Institute (MGVI), National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia (NIBM), Ministry of Science, Technology & Innovation (MOSTI). In 2024 and 2025, he received the National Vaccination Training Program (LPVN) awards under the National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia (NIBM), MOSTI in the field of mRNA vaccines and was attached to both Monash University in Clayton and University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia. He is also a recipient of the Indonesia-Malaysia Grand Challenge (IMGC) grant on personalized mRNA cancer vaccines. Prof. Dr. Lionel has actively published over 62 research articles, reviews and book chapters with a h-index of 22 and has also successfully secured several government and industry research grants and consultancies amounting to approximately RM3.1 million. He currently holds 5 patents involving cancer therapeutics and vaccines.
PROF. LIONEL IN LIAN AUN
Department of Biotechnology,
Faculty of Applied Sciences,
UCSI University
Malaysia
Professor Tony Hadibarata is a researcher and academic in the field of environmental engineering and environmental biotechnology. He currently serves as a Professor in the Department of Civil and Construction Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Science at Curtin University Malaysia. He is widely recognized for his contributions to environmental chemistry, environmental microbiology, and sustainable pollution remediation technologies. Professor Hadibarata holds a PhD in Environmental Chemistry and Microbiology from Ehime University, Japan. His research focuses on environmental chemistry, bioremediation of hazardous pollutants, wastewater treatment, and microbial biotechnology.
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He has an outstanding publication record with more than 240 articles indexed in WoS/Scopus, accumulating over 8,000 citations and an H-index of 48, reflecting the significant impact of his research in environmental science and engineering. Professor Hadibarata has also been actively involved in securing and leading major research grants. He is currently the Project Leader of an international project titled “Aerogel-based Magnetic Nanocomposites for Water Decontamination,” funded under the European Union’s Romania National Recovery and Resilience Plan with a total funding of €1,416,895.72. In addition, he has successfully obtained numerous national research grants in Malaysia, including FRGS, ERGS, PRGS, LRGS, and the eScience Fund, as well as Sarawak state research grants such as the Sarawak Research and Development Council (SRDC) Fund and Yayasan Sarawak Research Fund. Beyond his research activities, Professor Hadibarata contributes extensively to the academic community through editorial roles in leading international journals. He serves as Editor of Water, Air, & Soil Pollution and Editor of Indoor Air.
PROF. DR. TONY HARDIBRATA
Department of Civil and Construction Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Science, Curtin University, Malaysia
Malaysia
LIM SENG JOE, an Associate Professor at the Department of Food Sciences, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), is a Registered Food Analyst (MJMM001103) and Professional Technologist (PT22120413). His expertise lies in functional food & ingredients, and food analysis & chemistry. Holding a B.Sc.(2010) and Ph.D.(2014) from UKM, he began as a Lecturer in 2013, advancing to Senior Lecturer (2015) and Associate Professor (2021). Currently, he leads the Centre of Excellence-Innovation Centre for Confectionery Technology (MANIS) and serves as Editor for Sains Malaysiana. He received the Erasmus Mundus Project ALFABET Award (2015) and ASEA-UNINET Projects (2020 & 2023), which funded three postdoctoral attachments at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (BOKU), Vienna, Austria. He was invited as Visiting Professor at Prince of Songkla University, Thailand (2019), Gifu University (2022), and recently appointed Adjunct Professor at Universitas Airlangga, Indonesia (2024-2026).
Recognised as a Top 1% Peer Reviewer in 2019 by Publons, Dr Lim actively participates in national committees, Life Member of the Malaysian Institute of Food Technology (MIFT), Young Scientist Network-Academy of Sciences Malaysia (YSN-ASM), National Food Analyst Council and the National Codex Committee (JCK). He has received accolades including the National Young Scientist Award (2024), MyRA Excellence Award (Innovation) (2019,2022), Commercialisation Award FST, UKM (2019,2020), and various competition wins related to research and innovation, including the K-novasi P&P UKM (2017,2019,2020) and The Crown Prince CIPTA Award (2021&2023). Dr Lim has successfully commercialised his intellectual properties through Technology Licensing Agreements, with his research on edible bird`s nest recently recognised by UKM as a "Blockbuster Project”
ASSOC. PROF. DR. LIM SENG JOE
Department of Food Sciences
Faculty of Science and Technology
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Malaysia
Dr. Manraj Singh Cheema is a Senior Lecturer in Molecular Toxicology at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), and a recipient of Malaysia’s highest teaching recognition, the 2025 National Academic Award (Anugerah Akademik Negara, AAN) in the Health Sciences category. His work bridges molecular toxicology, health sciences education, and digital transformation, with a particular focus on the responsible integration of artificial intelligence in teaching and learning.
Internationally recognised for his innovative pedagogy, Dr. Cheema has pioneered AI-enhanced and gamified learning ecosystems, including the award-winning framework, designed to improve higher-order thinking, decision-making, and learner engagement in complex scientific domains. He is an active member and contributor to national and regional initiatives through the Young Scientists Network – Academy of Sciences Malaysia (YSN-ASM), where he advances agendas on research integrity, ethical AI use, and capacity building for future-ready scientists.
His current work aligns closely with planetary health and sustainable education, advocating for the development of graduates who are not only digitally proficient but also ethically responsible and socially accountable. As a speaker and educator, he champions a shift towards transformative learning design that prepares learners to navigate complex global challenges.
DR. MANRAJ SINGH CHEEMA
Department of Biomedical Science
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Universiti Putra Malaysia
Malaysia
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PROF. DR. MATTHEW LOOSE
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM,
MALAYSIA
Professor Ming-Tsair Chan leads pioneering research in plant science and agricultural biotechnology, addressing critical areas such as plant stress signal transduction, gene regulation, functional genomics, and plant-microbe interactions via volatile organic compounds (VOCs). His work aims to unravel how plants respond to environmental stress and communicate with microbial communities, offering solutions for enhancing crop resilience, sustainable farming, and ecological balance.
In functional genomics, Professor Chan deciphers plant gene functions to modify traits that tackle challenges like climate change and boost agricultural productivity. By identifying specific genes involved in development and stress responses, his research enables genetic modifications to improve crop yields and resilience against environmental challenges. Additionally, his study of VOC-mediated communication between plants and microorganisms presents groundbreaking opportunities in agricultural biotechnology. This research explores how plants signal and interact with microbes, potentially leading to innovative methods for natural pest control and improved plant health.
Professor Chan's cutting-edge work lays a vital foundation for advancing plant science and sustainable agriculture. His research not only enhances our understanding of plant biology but also offers transformative solutions to pressing global agricultural and environmental issues, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
PROF. DR. CHAN MING-TSAIR
Biotechnology Center,
Academia SInica,
Taiwan
Invited Speakers
DR. LOW CHEN FEI
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences
University of Nottingham
United Kingdom
To BE UPDATED
ASSOC. PROF. DR. NIK FADZLY BIN N ROSELY
University Sains Malaysia
Malaysia
To BE UPDATED
MS. NABILAH BINTI MOHD NAJIB
Petrosains Sdn Bhd.
Malaysia
to be updated