# EMZI - UiTM NANOCORE Research Laboratory - Site: https://nanocore.my/ ## UiTM Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation) visits the MIH EMZI NANO-CORE lab - Link: https://nanocore.my/news/uitm-deputy-vice-chancellor-research-innovation-visits-the-mih-emzi-nano-core-lab/ - Published: 2026-07-03T10:00:00+08:00 - Author: nanocore Prof Ts Dr Norazah Abdul Rahman, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation) of UiTM, and Prof Dr Wan Edura Wan Rashid, Director of the Institute of Business Excellence (IBE), UiTM, made a working visit to the Micro-Industry Hub (MIH) EMZI NANO-CORE laboratory at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang. It was her second visit to the laboratory, the first being five years ago, when the laboratory began operating. The briefing was given by Ir Ts Mohamed Syazwan Osman, Interim Head of the EMZI NANO-CORE Laboratory. We hope this visit encourages the EMZI NANO-CORE team to keep contributing to this university–industry collaboration. ## UiTMCPP chemical engineering researchers run experiments at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source, UK - Link: https://nanocore.my/news/uitmcpp-chemical-engineering-researchers-run-experiments-at-the-isis-neutron-and-muon-source-uk/ - Published: 2026-06-17T09:00:00+08:00 - Author: nanocore _Translated from Malay. This story was first published by Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia (School of Chemical Engineering), UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, on 17 June 2026._ Congratulations to the research team from the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, who carried out experiments at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source in the United Kingdom, one of the world's leading neutron research facilities. The team was led by Ir Ts Mohamed Syazwan Osman and Assoc. Prof. Ir Dr Noor Fitrah Abu Bakar, with two PhD students, Nur Lina Syahirah Mustapa and Anis Syuhada Saufi, for a study on developing catalyst materials for microplastic treatment and the upcycling of plastic waste. The experiments used the LARMOR SANS instrument, a world-class facility that lets researchers study the structure of materials at the nanometer scale. The study was carried out in collaboration with ISIS Neutron and Muon Source scientists Dr Steven Parnell and Dr Dirk Honecker. This involvement shows the ability of Malaysian researchers, especially at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, UiTMCPP, to compete in the international research ecosystem and to contribute to sustainable technologies that address microplastic pollution. It is hoped that this achievement will inspire more students and young researchers to pursue science and engineering at a global level. Source: [original story on the Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang website](https://pkkpp.uitm.edu.my/penyelidik-fkk-uitmcpp-jalankan-eksperimen-di-isis-neutron-and-muon-source-united-kingdom/)( in Malay). ## Research visit to Diamond Light Source, UK - Link: https://nanocore.my/news/research-visit-to-diamond-light-source-uk/ - Published: 2026-06-04T09:00:00+08:00 - Author: nanocore _Translated from Malay. This story was first published by Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia (School of Chemical Engineering), UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, on 4 June 2026._ On 4 June 2026, a research team from the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, made up of Ir Ts Mohamed Syazwan Osman, Nur Lina Syahirah Mustapa and Anis Syuhada Saufi, made a research visit to Diamond Light Source in the United Kingdom. The visit aimed to explore possible research collaboration with Diamond Light Source scientists using synchrotron technology, particularly advanced characterization techniques such as X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy( XAS) and X-ray Diffraction (XRD). The team was also given a tour of the Diamond Light Source facilities by Nataliia Novokhatska, Stakeholder Engagement & Visits Coordinator, Diamond Light Source. The visit opens the way to international research networks in advanced materials, chemical engineering and environmental sustainability, while building UiTMCPP researchers' expertise in using world-class synchrotron facilities. Source: [original story on the Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang website](https://pkkpp.uitm.edu.my/lawatan-penyelidikan-ke-diamond-light-source-united-kingdom/)( in Malay). ## Flag-off for international research attachments at Prince of Songkla University (PSU), Thailand, and the STFC ISIS Neutron and Muon Source, Oxford, UK - Link: https://nanocore.my/news/flag-off-for-international-research-attachments-at-prince-of-songkla-university-psu-thailand-and-the-stfc-isis-neutron-and-muon-source-oxford-uk/ - Published: 2026-05-11T09:00:00+08:00 - Author: nanocore _Translated from Malay. This story was first published by Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia (School of Chemical Engineering), UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, on 11 May 2026._ A flag-off session for lecturers and students of the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, was officiated by YBhg. Prof. Dato' Ir. Dr. Hj. Ahmad Rashidy Razali, Rector of UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, as the official send-off for their overseas research attachments. The program involves Ir. Ts. Mohamed Syazwan Osman and two students, Nur Lina Syahirah Mustapa and Anis Syuhada Saufi, who will carry out research at two leading international research institutions: Prince of Songkla University (PSU), Thailand, and the STFC ISIS Neutron and Muon Source, Oxford, United Kingdom. The team will be in the United Kingdom for 10 days, from 3 to 13 June 2026, to carry out research using Small-Angle Neutron Scattering (SANS). Nur Lina Syahirah Mustapa will then continue a six-month research attachment at Prince of Songkla University, Thailand, starting 1 July 2026. This initiative reflects UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang's commitment to strengthening international research networks, increasing students' exposure to the global research ecosystem, and supporting academic excellence and high-impact innovation. It is hoped that these attachments will be an important platform for broadening research expertise, strengthening strategic international collaboration and raising UiTM's profile globally. Best wishes to all the lecturers and students involved. Thanks to Dr Khadijah, UiTM Global liaison officer at UiTMCPP, for her strong support. Source: [original story on the Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang website](https://pkkpp.uitm.edu.my/flag-off-latihan-sangkutan-penyelidikan-antarabangsa-prince-of-songkla-university-psu-thailand-dan-stfc-isis-neutron-and-muon-source-oxford-united-kingdom/)( in Malay). ## Chemical engineering postgraduate receives PSU Ph.D. Student Exchange Scholarship for Fiscal Year 2026 - Link: https://nanocore.my/news/chemical-engineering-postgraduate-receives-psu-ph-d-student-exchange-scholarship-for-fiscal-year-2026/ - Published: 2026-05-03T09:00:00+08:00 - Author: nanocore _Translated from Malay. This story was first published by Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia (School of Chemical Engineering), UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, on 3 May 2026._ Warmest congratulations to Nur Lina Syahirah Mustapa (EH950), a postgraduate student at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, UiTMCPP, who has been awarded the prestigious" Ph.D. Student Exchange Scholarship for Fiscal Year 2026" at Prince Songkhla University( PSU), Thailand, for six months starting 1 July 2026. Her main supervisors are Assoc. Prof. Ir Dr Noor Fitrah Abu Bakar and Ir Ts Mohamed Syazwan Osman. Her co-supervisor and host at PSU is Dr Uraiwan Sirimahachai. Her success is a testament to the quality of postgraduate study at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, UiTMCPP, and its reach across borders. The faculty is very proud of this achievement and wishes her continued success in world-class research at PSU. Source: [original story on the Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang website](https://pkkpp.uitm.edu.my/pelajar-pasca-siswazah-fakulti-kejuruteraan-kimia-uitmcpp-menerima-biasiswa-prince-songkhla-university-psu-thailand/)( in Malay). ## Rector of Middle East Technical University (METU), Türkiye, visits the EMZI NANO-CORE lab - Link: https://nanocore.my/news/rector-of-middle-east-technical-university-metu-turkiye-visits-the-emzi-nano-core-lab/ - Published: 2026-04-27T09:00:00+08:00 - Author: nanocore _Translated from Malay. This story was first published by Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia (School of Chemical Engineering), UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, on 27 April 2026._ Prof. Dr. Ahmet Yozgatligil, Rector of Middle East Technical University (METU), Türkiye, visited the EMZI NANO-CORE industrial research laboratory at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, UiTMCPP. Also present on the visit were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wan Fairos Wan Yaacob, Director of Strategic Collaboration at UiTM Global, along with the Rector of UiTMCPP, senior members of the UiTMCPP executive committee (JKEN) and Dr Khadijah, UiTM Global liaison officer at UiTMCPP. The EMZI NANO-CORE lab was represented by Dr Mohamad Sufian So'aib, Head of the Faculty of Chemical Engineering; Ir Ts Mohamed Syazwan Osman, head of the EMZI NANO- CORE lab; Dr Syafiq and Ms Siti Hawa of EMZI Holdings Sdn Bhd; and Dr Siti Nurehan, a fellow of the lab. Prof. Ahmet offered many valuable suggestions for strengthening the lab further and for exploring collaboration between METU Türkiye and the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, UiTMCPP. Source: [original story on the Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang website](https://pkkpp.uitm.edu.my/lawatan-rektor-middle-east-technical-university-metu-turkiye-ke-makmal-emzi-nano-core/)( in Malay). ## Innovation support visit: Sentuhan Daya Cipta MADANI (SEDIA) program - Link: https://nanocore.my/news/innovation-support-visit-sentuhan-daya-cipta-madani-sedia-program/ - Published: 2026-04-08T09:00:00+08:00 - Author: nanocore _Translated from Malay. This story was first published by Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia (School of Chemical Engineering), UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, on 8 April 2026._ Senior lecturer Ir Ts Mohamed Syazwan Bin Osman made an innovation support visit to 20 pupils of SMK Pauh Jaya and SMK Mengkuang, Penang. All of them are mentored by Ir Syazwan under the Sentuhan Daya Cipta MADANI (SEDIA) program, funded by the Penang Bumiputera Development Council and BPPBPP, ICU, Prime Minister's Department. The pupils are expected to compete in the PI-ENVEX 2026 innovation competition at UniMAP in May 2026. It is hoped that this innovation mentoring will spark the Form 3 pupils' interest in STEM and help them become the inventors of the future. Source: [original story on the Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang website](https://pkkpp.uitm.edu.my/kunjung-bantu-inovasi-inisiatif-program-sentuhan-daya-cipta-madani-sedia/)( in Malay). ## UiTM Pro-Chancellor visits the EMZI NANO-CORE lab - Link: https://nanocore.my/news/uitm-pro-chancellor-visits-the-emzi-nano-core-lab/ - Published: 2026-04-08T09:00:00+08:00 - Author: nanocore _Translated from Malay. This story was first published by Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia (School of Chemical Engineering), UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, on 8 April 2026._ The School of Chemical Engineering, UiTMCPP, and the EMZI NANO-CORE industrial research laboratory, together with EMZI Holding Sdn Bhd, were honored to receive a visit from YBhg. Tan Sri Dato' Seri Idris Jusoh, Pro-Chancellor of UiTM, to see the Micro Industry Hub (MIH) initiative conceived by UiTM's BITCOM. The industrial research laboratory, which began in 2020, reflects the lasting university–industry relationship built at the School of Chemical Engineering, UiTMCPP. Tan Sri was accompanied by Prof. Dato' Ir. Dr. Hj. Ahmad Rashidy Razali, Rector of UiTMCPP, and members of the UiTMCPP executive committee (JKEN), as well as Professor Dr. Muhammad Hussain Ismail, Director of Industry Networking, UiTM Shah Alam, and his delegation. The briefing was given by Ir Ts Mohamed Syazwan Osman, Head of the EMZI NANO-CORE lab, and Dr Mohamad Sufian So'aib, Head of the School of Chemical Engineering, UiTMCPP, together with the EMZI NANO-CORE lab staff. It is hoped that this visit will help carry the Industry in the Campus (IoC) concept to other platforms. Source: [original story on the Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang website](https://pkkpp.uitm.edu.my/lawatan-ybhg-tan-sri-pro-canselor-uitm-ke-makmal-emzi-nano-core/)( in Malay). ## UiTMCPP strengthens international research collaboration at Prince of Songkla University - Link: https://nanocore.my/news/uitmcpp-strengthens-international-research-collaboration-at-prince-of-songkla-university/ - Published: 2026-02-16T09:00:00+08:00 - Author: nanocore _Translated from Malay. This story was first published by Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia (School of Chemical Engineering), UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, on 16 February 2026._ A UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang delegation led by Ir. Ts. Mohamed Syazwan Osman, with five chemical engineering students, made an academic visit to Prince of Songkla University (PSU), Hat Yai, Thailand, to expand collaboration in research and postgraduate supervision. The UiTMCPP delegation was welcomed by Dr. Uraiwan Sirimahachai, Assistant Professor at the PSU Faculty of Science. The visit included academic discussions, tours of research laboratories and an exchange of ideas in advanced materials and scientific characterization techniques. The initiative opens the way to joint research, cross-institution PhD supervision and international student mobility, while strengthening UiTM's global visibility in the regional research ecosystem. This step reflects UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang's commitment to expanding international academic networks and developing globally competitive researchers. Source: [original story on the Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang website](https://pkkpp.uitm.edu.my/uitmcpp-perkukuh-kerjasama-penyelidikan-antarabangsa-di-prince-of-songkla-university/)( in Malay). ## UiTMCPP at the Synchrotron Light Research Institute (SLRI), Thailand - Link: https://nanocore.my/news/uitmcpp-at-the-synchrotron-light-research-institute-slri-thailand/ - Published: 2026-02-15T09:00:00+08:00 - Author: nanocore _Translated from Malay. This story was first published by Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia (School of Chemical Engineering), UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang, on 15 February 2026._ UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang continues to move forward in world-class research: a delegation of researchers and students from the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, UiTMCPP, carried out experiments at the Synchrotron Light Research Institute (SLRI), Thailand, from 13 to 16 February 2026. The experiments were led by Ir. Ts. Mohamed Syazwan Osman with five PhD and undergraduate students, in collaboration with SLRI scientist Dr. Ratchadaporn Supruangnet. The study used synchrotron X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) to examine the electronic structure and surface properties of materials at the atomic scale. Notably, this is the first group from UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang to carry out experiments using an international synchrotron XPS facility, opening the way to high-impact fundamental research in advanced materials and environmental catalysis. The study focuses on Fe₃O₄/BiOI and BaTiO₃/BiOI heterostructure materials, which have potential as new-generation catalysts for environmental applications such as water treatment and pollutant degradation. Taking part in these experiments also gave the students direct exposure to large- scale, world-class research facilities, building their skills in advanced scientific research and international collaboration. This initiative reflects UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang's commitment to strengthening global research networks and raising the university's visibility in materials science and advanced technology. Source: [original story on the Pengajian Kejuruteraan Kimia, UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang website](https://pkkpp.uitm.edu.my/uitmcpp-synchrotron-light-research-institute-slri-thailand/)( in Malay).