Summary

Work experience

• Graduate Research and Teaching Assistantship

  UCSI UNIVERSITY

  2023.01-2025.01

  (2 years)

  Key Deliverables: 1. Performed data entry, cleaning, and statistical analysis using SPSS and Microsoft Excel. 2. Prepared documents for ethical review, including participant consent forms and study protocols. 3. Assisted in the preparation of PowerPoint presentations, research posters, and conference materials. 4. Contributed to drafting sections of grant proposals and identifying relevant funding opportunities. 5. Assisted in the design and administration of surveys, interviews, and data collection tools for human. 6. Supervision of data collection in public clinics for human studies. 7. Coordinated meetings-maintained project timelines, and compiled progress reports of research assistants. 8. Conducted comprehensive literature reviews and synthesized findings for research proposals and academic manuscripts. 9. Coordinated the submission of manuscripts in designated journals’ portals. -Graduate Teaching Assistantship Modules: 1. Principal of Wellness Coaching 2. Final year Project Paper (I) MW404 – Year 1 & Final Year Project Paper 3. Food Acculturation 4. Nutrition & Non-Communicable Chronic Disease 5. Nutritional Immunology & Genetics 6. Current Topic in Biotechnology 7. Seminar Current Topics in Nutrition & Wellness 8. Laboratory Demonstration
• Quality Manager for ISO 15189:2012

  CITY CLINIC LTD

  2022.06-2024.08

  (2 years)

  Lead and maintain the ISO 15189:2012 Quality Management System Ensure compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and statutory requirements Oversee document control, risk management, and CAPA processes Plan and conduct internal audits and support external assessments Monitor quality indicators, non-conformities, and continual improvement initiatives Coordinate staff training, competency assessment, and quality awareness Liaise with laboratory management, clinicians, and regulatory bodies
• Junior Assistant Medical Laboratory Technician/ Quality Coordinator for Medical Laboratory

  CITY CLINIC LTD

  2022.02-2023.07

  (a year)

  Key responsibilities: Assist in specimen reception, preparation, and processing Perform basic laboratory tests according to established SOPs Operate and maintain laboratory equipment under supervision Ensure proper documentation and data entry of test results Adhere to laboratory safety, infection control, and quality procedures Support senior technicians and pathologists in daily laboratory tasks Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement activities

Projects

• Nutritional and Psychological Factors in Association with Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Preventative Behaviors: The impacts of H2M-CVD E-Modules

  Member

  2025.01-Current

  (a year)

  This project investigates the combined influence of nutritional and psychological factors on cardiovascular disease (CVD) preventive behaviours, with a particular focus on the effectiveness of a digitally delivered health education intervention (H2M-CVD e-modules). The study addresses the growing burden of CVD by examining how targeted, evidence-based e-learning tools can improve health knowledge, motivation, and lifestyle behaviours related to CVD prevention.
• Cardiometabolic Syndrome and its Association with a Newly Developed and Validated Malaysian Mediterranean Diet Adherence Index, Adiposity-Related Low-Grade Inflammation, Lipid-Based Metabolites and Nutritional Factors among Malaysian Adults

  PhD Project (Lead Researcher)

  2023.01-2026.01

  (3 years)

  This project investigated cardiometabolic syndrome (CMS) in Malaysian adults through an integrated nutritional, metabolic, and inflammatory framework. A key innovation of the study was the development and validation of the Malaysian Mediterranean Diet Adherence Index (MMDAI), a culturally adapted dietary assessment tool. The research examined the associations between diet quality, adiposity-related low-grade inflammation, lipid-based metabolomic profiles, and cardiometabolic risk within a multi-ethnic Asian population.
• Nutritional Risk Awareness on Heavy Metal Contamination in Seafood Among Women of Child-Bearing Age

  Member

  2023.12-2026.01

  (2 years)

  This project examined nutritional risk awareness related to heavy metal contamination in seafood among women of child-bearing age, a population particularly vulnerable to the adverse health effects of dietary toxicants. The study focused on balancing the nutritional benefits of seafood consumption with potential risks from exposure to heavy metals such as mercury, lead, and cadmium, within the context of food safety and maternal health.
• E-learning Microcredential School-Based Intervention Improving the nutritional knowledge and School Food Environment among Secondary Students in Malaysia

  Member

  2023.12-2026.01

  (2 years)

  This project evaluated the effectiveness of an e-learning microcredential as a school-based nutrition intervention aimed at improving nutritional knowledge and enhancing the school food environment among Malaysian secondary school students. The study addressed the growing concern of unhealthy dietary patterns in adolescents by integrating digital education with school-level food environment improvements.
• Attitude, Barriers and Challenges for Mediterranean Diet Adherence in Malaysia

  Member

  2023.12-2026.01

  (2 years)

  This project explored attitudes, perceived barriers, and practical challenges affecting adherence to the Mediterranean diet within the Malaysian context. Recognising cultural, socioeconomic, and food environment differences from Mediterranean regions, the study examined how knowledge, beliefs, accessibility, and lifestyle factors influence the adoption of this dietary pattern in a multi-ethnic population.
• Nutrigenetics as a Predictive Model

  Member

  2023.06-2024.12

  (2 years)

  This project explores the application of nutrigenetics as a predictive model to understand individual variability in dietary responses and disease risk. By examining genetic influences on nutrient metabolism and physiological outcomes, the study aims to support precision nutrition approaches for the prevention and management of chronic diseases.
• School Food Environment and Dietary Practice

  Undergraduate Project

  2020.06-2021.12

  (2 years)

  This project examined the relationship between the school food environment and students’ dietary practices, focusing on how food availability, accessibility, and school nutrition policies influence eating behaviours. The study addressed the role of schools as critical settings for shaping healthy dietary habits during childhood and adolescence.

Educational experience

• UCSI University

  PhD (Science)

  2023.01-2026.01

  (3 years)

  Clinical Nutrition, Cardiometabolic Syndrome, Metabolomic Study
• UCSI University

  Nutrition with Wellness

  2017.08-2022.03

  (5 years)

  BSC (HONS) Nutrition with Wellness Faculty of Applied Sciences Grade: First Class Honors

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