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Chai Mee Kin, Assoc. Prof. Dr.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chai Mee Kin

Associate Professor

Department of Engineering Foundation & General Studies

College of Engineering

03-89212020 (Ext: 7275)
Mkchai@uniten.edu.my

Academic Qualifications

  • PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Universiti Malaya (2009)
  • MSc in Chemistry, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (2000)
  • Bachelor of Science (1st class degree), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (1998)

Working Experience

Position Place of Work Start End
Senior Lecturer Universiti Tenaga Nasional 2009 Present
Associate Professor UNITEN 2017 2021
Lecturer Universiti Tenaga Nasional 2000 2008
Tutor Universiti Teknologi Malaysia 1998 2000
Process Engineer GG Printed Circuit Board 1998 1998

Research Projects

  • Trace Analysis of Orgnics by GC
  • Conversion of industrial red gypsum waste into glaze
  • A novel microwave mediated hydrophobically modified chitosan nanoparticles as molecularly imprint
  • The Extraction of silica and alumina from coal fly ash using microwave irradiation for the
  • Rapid synthesis of carbon nanotubes by microwave irradiation and its application in lipase immob
  • To Study the Chemical Reactions and the Relationships Between the Parameters to the Physicochemic
  • 3. Nanohybrid layered double hydroxide as a drug carrier for new controlled release anti-hypertensive drugs
  • 2. Physico-chemical, morphological and thermal analysis of coal bottom ash (CBA) as cement and aggregate replacement material
  • Synthesis and Characterization of Carbon Nanotube Immobilized With Lipase Enzyme
  • To study the chemical reactions of ionic liquids in dispersive liquid-liquid microextraction for the extraction of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
  • The study of Fluorometric Behaviour of Photosynthesis Microbes to Heavy Metals Exposure in Aquatic Environment.
  • Gold nanoparticles embedded in multi-walled carbon nanotubes as new nanohybrid materials to investigate the interaction of some anticancer drugs with DNA by voltammetric methods
  • FUNDAMENTALS OF MICROWAVE ASSISTED CARBON MONOXIDE PRODUCTION FROM BAMBOO CHARCOAL USING METAL OXIDES FOR SUBSEQUENT PRODUCTION OF HYDROGEN FOR FUEL CELL.

Courses Taught

  • Engineering Science

Professional Associations

  • American Chemical Society: Normal Member (2023)
  • American Chemical Society: Normal Member (2023)
  • Institut Kimia Malaysia: Exco (2004)
  • Institut Kimia Malaysia: Exco (2004)
  • Persatuan Kimia Analisis Malaysia: Exco (2000)

Recent Notable Publications

1.

CHAI MEE KIN; Ong Mei Yin. Optimizing Microwave-Assisted Extraction Of Carbohydrate From Scenedesmus Sp. Cultivated In Domestic Wastewater. International Journal Of Technology (Jan 2025). Journal. Cited: ISI

2.

Ong Mei Yin; Jassinnee Milano; SAIFUDDIN BIN HJ. M. NOMANBHAY; CHAI MEE KIN. Hydrothermal Liquefaction Of Algae With Plastic Waste: A Sustainable Approach For Bio-Crude Oil Production. Iop Conference Series: Earth And Environmental Science/ International Conference On Sustainable Energy, Infrastructure, And Environment 2024 (Oct 2024). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

3.

CHAI MEE KIN. Study Of Chlorella Vulgaris From Different Growth Phases As Biosensor For Detection Of Titanium And Silver Nanoparticles In Water. Nature Environment And Pollution Technology (Jun 2024). Journal. Cited: ISI

4.

CHAI MEE KIN. A Review On Extraction Of Lipid From Microalgae Using Microwave-Assisted Extraction. Malaysian Journal Of Analytical Sciences (Apr 2023). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

5.

CHAI MEE KIN. Microalgal Growth And Nutrient Removal Efficiency In Non-Sterilised Primary Domestic Wastewater. Sustainability (Apr 2023). Journal. Cited: ISI

6.

CHAI MEE KIN. Microalgal Growth And Nutrient Removal Efficiency In Non-Sterilised Primary Domestic Wastewater. Sustainability (Mar 2023). Journal. Cited: ISI

7.

CHAI MEE KIN. Potential Of Microalgae For Biofuel And Food Production. Inti Journal (Sep 2022). Journal. Cited: MyCITE

8.

CHAI MEE KIN. Effect Of Titanium, Silver And Zinc Nanoparticles On Microalgae In The Aquatic Environment. Journal Of Experimental Biology And Agricultural Sciences (Aug 2022). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

9.

CHAI MEE KIN. Photosynthetic Microorganisms Consortium As Bioindicators For Heavy Metals. Nature Environment And Pollution Technology (Jun 2022). Journal. Cited: ISI

10.

CHAI MEE KIN. Assessment Of Domestic Wastewaters As Potential Growth Media For Chlorella Vulgaris And Haematococcus Pluvialis. Pertanika Journal Of Science & Technology (Jan 2022). Journal. Cited: ISI

11.

SAIFUDDIN BIN HJ. M. NOMANBHAY; CHAI MEE KIN. Removal Of Carbon Dioxide For Biogas Upgrading By Immobilized Co-Culture Of Chlamydomonas Reinhardtii And Ragi Tapai. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (Frgs) 2018 Final Report (Dec 2021). Other. Cited: None

12.

CHAI MEE KIN. Extraction Solvents In Microalgal Lipid Extraction For Biofuel Production: A Review. Malaysian Journal Of Analytical Sciences (Oct 2021). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

13.

CHAI MEE KIN. Potential Of Fruit Peel Waste In Growing Cyanobacteria Anabaena Cylindrica. International Journal Of Technology (Oct 2021). Journal. Cited: ISI

14.

CHAI MEE KIN. Tropical Fruit Wastes As An Organic Nutrient Sources For The Cultivation Of Chlorella Vulgaris And Haematococcus Pluvialis . Nature Environment And Pollution Technology (Jun 2021). Journal. Cited: ISI

15.

CHAI MEE KIN. Comparison Of Microwave-Assisted Extraction Dllme With Conventional Dllme For The Determination Of Pahs In Vegetables . Journal Of Green Engineering (Dec 2020). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

16.

CHAI MEE KIN. Macronutrient Effect On Biomass Of Microalgae In Biofuel Production: A Review. Indian Journal Of Science And Technology (Sep 2020). Journal. Cited: ISI

17.

CHAI MEE KIN; Betty Voon Wan Niu. Bioindication Of Heavy Metals In Aquatic Environment Using Photosynthetic Pigments In Cyanobacteria. South African Journal Of Chemical Engineering (Sep 2020). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

18.

CHAI MEE KIN; Betty Voon Wan Niu. Cultivation Of Mircoalgae Using Local Fruits Waste As Nutrient Sources For Biodiesel Production.. Final Report Of Uniten Bold Grant 2019 (Jul 2020). Other. Cited: None

19.

CHAI MEE KIN; SAIFUDDIN BIN HJ. M. NOMANBHAY. The Chemical Reactions Of Green Extraction Solvent In Microwave-Assisted Dispersive Liquid-Liquid Microextraction For The Extraction Of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon.. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (Frgs) 2016 Final Report (Mar 2020). Other. Cited: None

20.

ZAEMAH JUBRI; Nur Yasumira Bte. Abdul Azmi; CHAI MEE KIN. Nanohybrid Layered Double Hydroxide As A Drug Carrier For New Controlled Release Anti-Hypertensive Drugs. Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (Frgs) 2015 Final Report (Mar 2020). Other. Cited: None