PERFIK 2024 - CONFERENCE SPEAKERS

Professor Yoshiharu Omura is a distinguished researcher and professor at Kyoto University in Japan, particularly known for his work in space plasma physics. His research has significantly advanced understanding of wave-particle interactions in space, focusing on how energetic particles in the magnetosphere interact with various types of plasma waves. He’s particularly recognized for his contributions to studying whistler-mode chorus waves, which play a crucial role in radiation belt dynamics around Earth. His research has implications for understanding natural phenomena like the auroras and for protecting satellites and space missions from high-energy radiation.

Prof. Omura is also widely published in scientific journals, has received numerous awards for his contributions to space science, and is an influential figure in plasma physics and space weather research communities globally.

Dr. Goh Boon Tong is an Associate Professor of Physics at the University of Malaya, specializing in nanomaterials and solid-state physics. His research primarily focuses on the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials, particularly silicon-based thin films and nanostructures, for use in advanced electronic and optoelectronic devices. His work also includes the study of photovoltaic materials and other energy-related applications, as well as the investigation of materials' structural and optical properties under different conditions. Dr. Goh has published extensively on topics related to nanotechnology and materials science, contributing to advancements in low-dimensional materials and their potential technological applications​.

Dr. Wong Khai Ming is a senior lecturer and theoretical physicist at the School of Physics, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). He specializes in theoretical and computational physics, focusing on high-energy physics, particularly involving monopoles and the SU(2) Yang-Mills-Higgs theory. His research includes the study of monopoles, antimonopoles, and vortex rings, important concepts in particle physics and field theory.

Dr. Wong is part of the Theoretical and Computational Physics Research Group at USM, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in areas like electroweak monopoles and their role in astrophysics and cosmology. His research provides insights into fundamental aspects of quantum field theory, with practical applications in theoretical physics​.

Dr. Ong Jian Fuh is a junior researcher at the Extreme Light Infrastructure - Nuclear Physics (ELI-NP) facility in Măgurele, Romania. He joined ELI-NP in 2017 and is involved in research related to high-intensity laser systems and their applications in nuclear physics. The ELI-NP facility focuses on utilizing extreme electromagnetic fields for cutting-edge research in these areas​.

Dr. Low Jin Xiang is a distinguished scientist at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC). He is recognized for his significant contributions to solar energy research. His work has been featured in "China’s 100 Most Influential Papers," a recognition given by China’s Ministry of Science and Technology. Dr. Low graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronics, majoring in Nanotechnology, from the Faculty of Engineering, Multimedia University Malaysia in 2012.

Currently, he serves as an Associate Professor at USTC, where he continues to contribute to the field of renewable energy and nanotechnology. His achievements highlight his role in advancing scientific research and innovation in China.

Prof. Yew San Hor is a Assistant Professor of physics at Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T). He joined the Missouri S&T faculty in 2010 and has made significant contributions to the field of condensed matter physics, particularly in the study of topological materials. His research focuses on growing new topological insulator and superconductor crystals, exploring their surfaces, and understanding their potential applications in quantum computing and other advanced technologies.

Hor's work on topological insulators (TIs) is notable for its potential to create fault-tolerant quantum computers by leveraging the unique properties of TIs, which conduct electrons on their surfaces without energy dissipation while remaining insulating in their bulk. This research also extends to the search for Majorana fermions and the exploration of axions, which could provide insights into dark matter.

In recognition of his impactful research, Dr. Hor has been named among the world’s most highly cited researchers by Clarivate Analytics. He has also received prestigious awards, including the National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award, which supports his ongoing research and educational initiatives.

Iwan Morton-Blake is a researcher specializing in neutrino physics and astrophysical detectors. He is affiliated with the Tsung-Dao Lee Institute at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where he works on projects such as the Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory (JUNO). His research includes the development of advanced detector systems, like large-scale liquid scintillator detectors, to study neutrinos and cosmic events, including supernovae and core-collapse supernova neutrinos​.

Morton-Blake's work is also associated with improving the detection of low-energy astrophysical phenomena through multi-messenger astronomy, which involves collaborating across different observational platforms like gravitational waves and electromagnetic detectors​. He earned his PhD at the University of Oxford, contributing to the SNO+ project with a focus on reactor antineutrinos and large-scale detector design​.

Dr. Ong Hooi Jin is a senior scientist and the director of the Radioactive Ion Beam Physics Group at the Institute of Modern Physics (IMP), Chinese Academy of Sciences in China. His group focuses on the study of atomic nuclei, particularly those with an excess of protons or neutrons, as well as nuclear structure, nuclear reactions, and nuclear astrophysics. They are involved in developing advanced target systems, radiation and nuclear detection systems for various applications including dark matter research and environmental radiation measurement on Mars.

Dr. Ong's notable work includes contributions to the High Intensity heavy-ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF), where his team is responsible for the High energy FRagment Separator (HFRS). His research has produced significant findings in the field of nuclear physics, including studies on the structure and reactions of exotic nuclei, and the development of new detector systems​​​.

Prof. Dr. Wan Haliza Binti Abd Majid is a distinguished academic at the University of Malaya, Malaysia, where she serves as a professor in the Department of Physics. She is also the head of the Low Dimensional Materials Research Centre, a facility focused on cutting-edge research in low-dimensional systems, including nanomaterials and thin films.

Her academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from the University College of Wales, Aberystwyth, followed by a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Sheffield, UK. Over the years, Prof. Dr. Wan Haliza has made significant contributions to the field of physics, particularly in areas such as organic electronics, nanoelectronics, and the study of ferroelectric, piezoelectric, and pyroelectric materials.

Vanessa Phung Ling Jen is a researcher involved in high-intensity laser physics and plasma diagnostics. She has contributed to advancements in laser-driven particle acceleration and terahertz (THz) wave generation. Her work has focused on developing femtosecond (fs) laser amplifiers, including a 1 TW/35 fs Ti laser, which are instrumental in experiments related to plasma physics and particle acceleration.

Vanessa is associated with the Extreme Light Infrastructure - Nuclear Physics (ELI-NP) project, where she explores fundamental experiments in laser plasma interactions and their applications, including advancements in ion acceleration and diagnostics for laser wakefield acceleration (LWFA).

Fatin Afeeqa Mohd Sobri is a researcher primarily known for her work in material sciences, particularly in lead-free solder technology and environmental studies. She has contributed to studies on Sn-Cu-Ni (SN100C) lead-free solder, investigating the effects of oxidation and intermetallic compounds on solder wettability. Her research is aimed at improving the reliability and performance of solder joints, crucial for electronics manufacturing​.

In addition, Fatin Afeeqa has worked on environmental pollution, particularly focusing on microrubber pollution caused by tyre and road wear particles. Her research in this field examines the distribution and environmental impact of these particles on aquatic ecosystems.

Her work crosses both applied physics in material sciences and environmental impact research.

Dr. Nurisya Mohd Shah is a senior lecturer and researcher in theoretical physics at the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM). She earned her Ph.D. in Physics, specializing in Mathematical Physics, from Concordia University in 2014. Her expertise lies in non-commutative quantum mechanics, computational physics, and quantum theory.

Dr. Nurisya's research involves the development of mathematical models and methods applied to quantum mechanics, and she has published work on complex Hermite polynomials and their applications in physics. She is also involved in research related to quantum angular momentum and has contributed to numerous studies in theoretical and mathematical physics.

Dr. Hoh Siew Yan is a physicist specializing in high-energy particle physics, with a focus on dark matter research, particularly at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) as part of the ATLAS and CMS collaborations. He is involved in investigating dark matter candidates and understanding their potential interactions at the weak scale. Dr. Hoh also explores topics such as the production of Higgs bosons and the study of particle collisions.

He is associated with Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and CERN, contributing to major projects related to particle physics, including work on the calibration of sensors for experiments like the Muon g-2. His research involves big data analysis, machine learning applications, and fundamental explorations into the structure of matter and the universe​.

Dr. Lam Yi Hua is an Associate Research Scientist at the Institute of Modern Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (IMPCAS) in Lanzhou, China. He also holds a position at the School of Nuclear Science and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing. His work primarily focuses on nuclear astrophysics, an interdisciplinary field that involves collaborations between nuclear physics and astrophysics. This field includes studying nuclear reactions and weak interactions in extreme cosmic environments, constructing astrophysical models, and understanding the chemical evolution of isotopes and elements.

Dr. Lam's research also extends to predicting nuclear ground-state properties using the relativistic Hartree-Bogoliubov approach, which aids in understanding exotic nuclei and their properties. His work aims to provide theoretical guidance for experimentalists in exploring new isotopes and nuclear phenomena​​.

Mark Dennis Usang is a physicist specializing in nuclear and reactor physics. He is associated with the Malaysian Nuclear Agency and has contributed extensively to research on nuclear fission, particularly using the Langevin equation to model nuclear fission fragment distributions and kinetic energy. His work involves advanced computational techniques to analyze nuclear phenomena, and he has published research on various aspects of nuclear reactor physics, including neutron flux calculations and reactor core behavior.

He has also been involved in projects related to the 1 MW TRIGA MARK II research reactor at the Malaysian Nuclear Agency, focusing on neutronics calculations and nuclear reactor experiments​.

Abdel-Baset M. A. Ibrahim is an Associate Professor specializing in nonlinear optics, quantum optics, and computational physics. He earned his B.Sc. in Physics from Al-Zagazig University in Egypt, followed by an M.Sc. in Quantum Optics from the University of Malaya, Malaysia. He later obtained his Ph.D. in Nonlinear Optics from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) in 2009.

His research interests include the study of optical waveguides, fiber optics, and electromagnetic theory, along with computational modeling in physics. Abdel-Baset has contributed extensively to the understanding of nonlinear photonics, optical bistability, and nonclassical light in waveguide couplers. He is currently a faculty member at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), where he continues his research in these fields​.

Dr. Tay Buang Ann is a physicist specializing in quantum physics and mathematical physics. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin and is currently a faculty member at the University of Nottingham Malaysia. His research interests focus on quantum systems, particularly quantum master equations, Liouvillian exceptional points, and the dynamics of open quantum systems. Dr. Tay has published extensively on topics such as damping modes in harmonic oscillators and the eigenvalues of Liouvillians in quantum systems​.

Prof. Dr. Mohd Fakhrul Zamani Bin Abdul Kadir is an Associate Professor of Physics at Universiti Malaya (UM). He specializes in materials science, particularly in polymer electrolytes, green energy, and energy storage devices. His research focuses on developing functional materials for energy applications, including biopolymer-based electrolytes and their use in advanced energy devices such as supercapacitors and batteries.

Dr. Mohd Fakhrul Zamani earned his Bachelor's Degree in Computational and Electronics Physics from Universiti Malaya and later completed his Ph.D. in Physics, focusing on proton-conducting polymer blend electrolytes. His work has contributed significantly to advancements in green energy technology and the development of sustainable energy storage solutions​.

Dr. Lim Siew Choo is an Associate Professor in the School of Physics at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). She specializes in theoretical and computational physics, with a focus on magnetic properties and second harmonic generation in antiferromagnetic films. Her research also covers nonlinear optics, specifically in magnetic susceptibility tensors and optical bistability in Kerr dielectric materials. Dr. Lim is actively involved in educating physics students, leading practical laboratory courses to help them strengthen their understanding of fundamental physics concepts​.

Prof. Madya Ts. Dr. Roslan Bin Umar is an Associate Professor at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), specializing in fields such as optical astronomy, radio astronomy, radio frequency (RF) and microwaves, and the geographical information system (GIS). His research interests include radio frequency interference (RFI) in radio astronomy, space weather, and solar radio bursts. He is also involved in Islamic astronomy and environmental studies.

Dr. Roslan has contributed to studies in applied physics, particularly focusing on the analysis of dynamic spectrums in radio astronomy and environmental impacts of solar and space phenomena. He plays an active role in academia through his research and teaching at UniSZA.

Professor Deepak Prasad Subedi is a Professor of Physics at Kathmandu University in Nepal, where he has been a faculty member since 1997. He completed his Ph.D. in Plasma Physics at Masaryk University in the Czech Republic. His research spans plasma surface modification, plasma diagnostics, and applications such as the synthesis of nanomaterials and thin films. Over his career, he has published more than 60 research papers and contributed to multiple book chapters. He has also served in various academic leadership roles, including as the Director of Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) at Kathmandu University from 2018 to 2022.

Prof. Subedi is well-regarded in the scientific community and holds memberships in several scientific organizations, including the Nepal Physical Society and the Plasma Science Society of India​.

Associate Professor Dr. Mudtorlep Nisoa is a prominent physicist at Walailak University in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand. He serves as the Head of center of excellence in plasma science and electromagnetic waves (PEwaves) and is also deeply involved in research within the university’s School of Science.

Dr. Nisoa's research focuses on several cutting-edge areas in physics, including RF (Radio Frequency) and microwave heating, atmospheric cold plasma sources, and their applications in agriculture and medicine. He is particularly recognized for his work on high-density plasmas and ion sources, as well as plasma diagnostics and modeling.

One of his notable contributions is the development of microwave technology to enhance the extraction process of red palm oil, aiming to preserve its nutrients and improve its market value. This innovation is intended to benefit local communities by providing a more efficient and profitable method for palm oil production.

Prof. Roy Bienes Tumlos is a distinguished academic and researcher at the University of the Philippines Manila. He is a Professor in the Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics, where he has made significant contributions to the fields of plasma physics, materials science, and applied physics. Prof. Tumlos holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the Australian National University and a B.S. in Physics from the University of the Philippines Diliman.

After completing his doctoral studies at the University of Oklahoma, Dr Ng Seik Weng began his career at the University of Malaya. His initial research involved chemical synthesis; later, he focused on chemical crystallography. He has special expertise in the treatment of twinning and disorder in crystal structure analysis. He has published 2,000 articles in SCI-listed journals in collaboration with other researchers, the majority of which are Chinese. He has more than 20 honorary professorships from Chinese universities. He is a fellow of the Malaysian Academy of Sciences.

Dr. Vikas Rathore is a researcher who is involved in the field of plasma technology, particularly focusing on applications in agriculture, aquaculture, and food preservation. He has participated in various international symposiums, including the IRN-2023 Symposium at Walailak University, Thailand. Dr. Rathore has also contributed to plasma research at the Institute for Plasma Research, Gandhinagar, India, under the Department of Atomic Energy.

His work includes studies on plasma-activated water (PAW) and its potential in enhancing sustainability in agriculture and food preservation processes. He collaborates with Walailak University and other research institutions to explore the wide-ranging uses of plasma technology in various industries​.