ALBIC
About Us
The Microalgae Biota Technology & Innovation Group (ALBIC) is a multidisciplinary team comprising members from five different faculties. Our vision is to become the leading national hub for innovation, research and collaboration in microalgae-biota sciences driving sustainability, environmental health and economic growth. ALBIC is committed to advancing microalgae-biota research, technology and applications across diverse sectors including agriculture, aquaculture, biotechnology, energy and beyond. To achieve these goals, ALBIC operates with a strong focus on five core objectives.
The Strategic Objectives
- Research and Technology Development
- Innovation and Commercialization
- Education and Capacity building
- Industry and Community Engagement
- Policy Advocacy
Vision
To establish a national microalgae center of excellence as a pioneering hub of innovation, research, and collaboration, dedicated to harnessing the immense potential of microalgae for sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and socio-economic prosperity.
MISSION
To advance scientific understanding, technological innovation, and practical applications of microalgae across diverse sectors, including agriculture, aquaculture, biotechnology, energy, pharmaceuticals, and beyond.
THE MEMBERS
Driven by a diverse team of experts across multiple disciplines, ALBIC integrates knowledge and expertise from various fields:
(a) Team Circular Aquaculture
- Prof. Dr. Natrah (Faculty of Agriculture)
- Dr. Fadhil Syukri (Faculty of Agriculture)
- Dr. Zarirah Zulperi (Faculty of Agriculture)
- Dr. Dania Aziz (Faculty of Agriculture)
- Dr. Azfar Ismail (Faculty of Agriculture)
(b) Team Engineering and Technology
- Prof. Ts. Dr. Mohd. Razif Harun (Faculty of Engineering)
- Dr. Norulhuda Mohamed Ramli (Faculty of Engineering)
- Dr. Halimatun Sakdiah Zainuddin (Faculty of Engineering)
(c) Team Ecology and Environment
- Ts. Dr. Irina Harun (Faculty of Forestry and Environment)
- Dr. Muhammad Amirul Aiman Ahmad Juhari (Faculty of Forestry and Environment)
- Dr. Noor Hafizah Mohd Pushiri (Faculty of Forestry and Environment)
- Dr. Shahrizim Zulkifly (Faculty of Science)
- Dr. Muhamad Afiq Mohamed Akbar (Faculty of Biotechnology and Science Molecules)
- Dr. Siti Nor Ani Azaman (Centre of Foundation Studies for Agricultural Science)
- Dr. Umi Wahidah Ahmad Dini (Faculty of Agriculture)
(d) Advisor
- Prof. Dr. Aziz Arshad (Faculty of Agriculture)
- Prof. Dr. Fatimah Md Yusoff
(e) Postdoctoral
- Wan Nur Hafizah Ibrahim
- Tan Hui Teng
- Khaw Yaw Sim