Health sciences

Head of Department of Health Sciences Lecturer of Psychological Sciences Email: voltisa@curtin.edu.my

Academic history

PhD in Educational Psychology
Master in Educational Psychology
Bachelor in Elementary Education

Research profile

Scopus | Web of Science | Google Scholar | ORCID | ResearchGate

Research interests

Educational psychology, learning disabilities, mental wellbeing, mental health

Background

Dr Voltisa Thartori is currently a lecturer and the Head of Department of Health Sciences at Curtin University Malaysia. She holds PhD in Educational Psychology from International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) in 2021, where she was awarded Best Student in Doctor of Philosophy.

Dr Voltisa is an experienced lecturer and researcher, with publications in multiple peer-reviewed international and local academic journals. Her research focuses on a diverse range of topics, including mental health, mental wellbeing, educational psychology, and learning disabilities.

As a lecturer at Curtin Malaysia, Dr Voltisa teaches psychology to undergraduate students. Her approach to teaching emphasizes student engagement and critical thinking. Dr Voltisa is deeply committed to creating dynamic learning environments where students can thrive and excel academically.

Professional experience

• Head of Department of Health Sciences, Lecturer in Psychological Science at Curtin Malaysia – 2 September 2024 to Present
• Senior lecturer at UNITAR – 10 October 2023 to 30 August 2024
• Lecturer at UNITAR – 20 March 2023 to October 2023
• Super teacher at Abedeen Academy – 18 January 2021 to 17 March 2023

Recognitions and awards

• Prominent alumni, IIUM TAKARIM August 2023
• Best student (PhD), Faculty of Education IIUM, August 2022

Publications/Patents

1. Thartori, V., & Ismail, N. A. H. (2024). Albania and Kosovo-Albania Immigrants’ Perceptions of Mental Well-Being and the Psychological Challenges Faced in Malaysia. Journal of Migration and Health, 10, 100234.
2. Thartori, V., Ismail, N. H., Idrus, F., & Kassim, S. k. (2023, January ). Help- Seeking Behaviors and Mental Well-Being of Albanian Immigrants in Malaysia. Journal of Balkan Studies, 3(1), 94-111.
3. Thartori, V., & Hisham Ismail, N. A. (2021). Mental Well-being of Albanian and Kosovo Albanian Immigrants. American Journal of Qualitative Research, 5(2) 73-91. https://doi.org/10.29333/ajqr/11106
4. Thartori, V., (2019). Parental Involvement in Education Among Albanian Parents. IIUM Journal of Educational Studies, 6(1), 36-53. https://doi.org/10.31436/ijes.v6i1.213.
5. Thartori, V., & Nordin, M. S. (2019). Structural Equation Modeling and Relationships Between Mental Wellbeing, Resilience and Self-stigma. Research in World Economy, 10(2), 129. https://doi.org/10.5430/rwe.v10n2p129.
6. Alzabidi, T., AL-HIDABI, D., Ridhuan ABDULLAH, M., SAHRİR, M., THARTORİ, V., & Dawoud Shakfa, M. (2023). Level of Students’ Retention Among International Students: Is Gender and Level of Study Make a Difference?. Asian Journal Of Research In Education And Social Sciences, 5(1), 35-41.
7. Bayram, K., Salaudeen Olasubomi, S., & Thartori, V. (2021). The Level of Financial Literacy among Muslim Millennial Students. Al Qasimia University Journal of Islamic Economics, 1(2), 102–115. https://doi.org/10.52747/aqujie.1.2.69
8. Nik Abdul Rahman, Nik Suryani and Khalil, Ayesha and Syed Hamzah, Sharifah Asiah and Thartori, Voltisa and Yang, Jing (2016) Religious coping in terminal cancer patients among multicultural Muslims: a phenomenological study.In: Spirituality, Religion and Coping: Studies on Psychological Well-Being. Institut Terjemahan & Buku Malaysia Berhad, Kuala Lumpur, pp. 259-285. ISBN 978-967-460-209-3.
9. Khan, I., Shah, M. H. A., Ibrahim, N. M., Koondhar, Y., Thartori, V., Shah, A., & Mohadis, H. M. (2023, October). A Conceptual Framework for Moderating Effect of COVID-19 on e-Learning Predictors: An Empirical Study on Student’s Perspective in Sindh, Pakistan. In 2023 IEEE 8th International Conference on Engineering Technologies and Applied Sciences (ICETAS)(pp. 1-5). IEEE.
10. Qazi, A., Ghulamani, S., Thartori, V., Abdallah, S. S., Shah, A., & Khowaja, K. (2023, October). 3D Hologram in Education to Enhance the Learning Power of Students. In 2023 IEEE 8th International Conference on Engineering Technologies and Applied Sciences (ICETAS) (pp. 1-5). IEEE.
11. Qureshi, M. A., Ghulamani, S., Abdallah, S. S., Thartori, V., Khowaja, K., Mahdi, G., & Shah, A. (2023, October). Applied Gamification to Enhance Customer Loyalty for Fintech Industry. In 2023 IEEE 8th International Conference on Engineering Technologies and Applied Sciences (ICETAS)(pp. 1-5). IEEE.

Keynote/Invited speaker

• Moderator at International Conference on Education 3.0, 2023
• Moderator at Parenting Forum Abedeen Academy, 8 October 2023
• Guest lecturer at HELP University Malaysia, 29 June 2022

HDR supervision

During her time at UNITAR, Dr Voltisa supervised 3 PhD students and 18 Master’s students.

Lecturer, Department of Health Sciences Email: edzaaria@curtin.edu.my

Academic history

PhD of Environmental Management, Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Science, Hungary (2024)
Master of Environmental Health, Universitas Airlangga, Indonesia (2018)
Bachelor of Environmental Health, STIKes Widyagama Husada Malang, Indonesia (2016)
Associate Degree of Environmental Health, Politeknik Kesehatan, Kementerian Kesehatan Surabaya, Indonesia (2014)

Research profile

Scopus | Web of Science | Google Scholar | ORCID | ResearchGate

Research interests

Environmental health, environmental management, environmental economy, waste management, environmental sustainability, biomass and renewable energy

Professional experience

• Visiting researcher, Center for Resource Management and Solid Waste Engineering, Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Kassel – 2023
• Assistant professor, Department of Public Health, Faculty of Health, Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya, Indonesia – 2018 to 2024
• Assistant lecturer, Environmental Health Study Program, STIKes Widyagama Husada Malang, Indonesia – 2016 to 2018

Recognitions and awards

• Green Talents Awardee 2022, German Federal Ministry of Education and Research
• Scholarship holder of European Forum Alpbach 2023
• Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships holder for doctoral studies in 2020 from Hungary Government
• Masyarakat Berprestasi: Unggulan Scholarships holder for master studies in 2016 from Ministry of Education and Culture Republic of Indonesia

Professional affiliation

• Member, Ikatan Ilmuwan Indonesia Internasional (I4), Indonesia
• Member, Himpunan Ahli Kesehatan Lingkungan Indonesia (HAKLI), Indonesia
• Member, Indonesian Public Health Association (IPHA), Indonesia

Professional activities

• Editor-in-Chief, Environmental Research and Platenary Health, Techno Scientifica
• Co-Editor-in-Chief, Environmental and Toxicology Management (e-ISSN 2776-1886)
• Editorial board member
  • Ikesma: Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Masyarakat
  • Jurnal Sport Science
  • ABDIMAYUDA: Indonesian Journal of Community Empowerment for Health
  • Narra X

Publications/Patents

Scopus indexed:

• Kusumaningrum, S. D., Wikurendra, E. A., & Marhadi, M. (2024). How can sustainability add value in destination marketing? the tourist perspective. Cogent Business & Management, 11(1).
• Bakar, B. A.; Idawanni, I.; Azis, A.; Kurniawati, S.; Giamerti, Y.; Yardha, Y.; Purba, R.; Abdullah, S.; Jonharnas, J.; Mustikawati, D. R., Chiari, W. and Wikurendra, E.A. (2024). Bibliometric analysis of biochar application for environmental management in agricultural sector. Global J. Environ. Sci. Manage., 10(SI): 237-250.
• Kusuma, I.Y., Iqbal, M., Wikurendra, E.A. and Herdiani, N., 2024. Effects of nutraceuticals on antibiotic efficacy: a scoping review. CyTA-Journal of Food, 22(1), p.2353875.
• Fasya, A.H.Z., Wikurendra, E.A., Syafiuddin, A. and Ibad, M., 2024. Comprehensive Public Place Sanitation Evaluation Based on the Complete Component in Community-Based Total Sanitation. Revista de Gestão Social e Ambiental, 18(5), pp.e05625-e05625.
• Ningrum, P.T., Nurika, G., Al Mamun, A., Ma’rufi, I., Pujiati, R.S., Moelyaningrum, A.D., Hartanti, R.I., Indrayani, R., Akbar, K.A. and Wikurendra, E.A., 2024. Working Hours and Personal Protective Equipment Effect on Blood Cholinesterase Levels of Tobacco Plantation Workers. Malaysian Journal of Medicine & Health Sciences, 20(1). pp. 78–83.
• Wikurendra, E.A., Csonka, A., Nagy, I. and Nurika, G., 2024. Urbanization and Benefit of Integration Circular Economy into Waste Management in Indonesia: A Review. Circular Economy and Sustainability, pp.1-30.
• Nurika, G., Abidah, H.N., Wikurendra, E.A. and Ningtyias, F.W., 2023. Microplastic Pollution in Green Shells in Aquatic Ecosystems: A Literature Review of Determinant Factors and Management. Jurnal Kesehatan Lingkungan, 15(4). pp. 257–266.
• Aan Adriansyah, A., Setianto, B., Lukiyono, Y.T. and Wikurendra, E.A., 2023. Proactive method for identification and handling of patient complaints with root cause analysis in Surabaya Islamic Hospital. Journal of Public Health Research, 12(4), p.22799036231208357.
• Andini, A., Veterini, L., Wikurendra, E.A., Syafiuddin, A., Rimasari, D. and Aida, M.N., 2023. Histopathological findings of the liver and kidneys of wistar rat exposed to insect repellent. Bali Medical Journal, 12(2), pp.1330-1333.
• Elisanti, A.D., Jayanti, R.D., Amareta, D.I., Ardianto, E.T. and Wikurendra, E.A., Macronutrient intake in stunted and non-stunted toddlers in Jember, Indonesia. Journal of Public Health Research, 12(3), p.22799036231197178.
• Wikurendra, E.A., Abdeljawad, N.S. and Nagy, I., 2023. A Review of Municipal Waste Management with Zero Waste Concept: Strategies, Potential and Challenge in Indonesia. International Journal of Environmental Science and Development, 14(2). pp. 147–154.
• Kurnianto, A.A., Fehér, G., Tololiu, K.E., Wikurendra, E.A., Nemeskéri, Z. and Ágoston, I., 2023. Analysis of the return to work program for disabled workers during the pandemic COVID-19 using the quality of life and work ability index: cross-sectional study. International journal of environmental research and public health, 20(4), p.3094.
• Argaheni, N.B., Juwita, S. and Wikurendra, E.A., 2023. Parents’ perception of cough and cold self-medication of age under five. In Improving Health for Better Future Life: Strengthening from Basic Science to Clinical Research (pp. 242-246). CRC Press.
• Lukiyono, Y.T., Wikurendra, E.A., Zain, S.S. and Utomo, S.S., 2023. Nutrient analysis of fermented chicken feather fertilizer waste using Bacillus subtilis on the growth of green spinach (Amaranthus tricolor). Bali Medical Journal, 12(3), pp.2855-2858.
• Wikurendra, E.A., Syafiuddin, A., Herdiani, N. and Nurika, G., 2023. Forecast of Waste Generated and Waste Fleet using Linear Regression Model. Polish Journal of Environmental Studies, 32(2). pp. 1867–1876.
• Chean-Yiing, B.L., Yusuf, S.Y., Jamian, N.R., Kasmani, R.M., Rashid, A.M., Naidu, D., Wikurendra, E.A. and Fasya, A.H.Z., 2022. A review on the effects of flame retardant additives towards the environment and human health. Biointerface Res. Appl. Chem., 12, pp.7983-7993.
• Kamarudin, N.S., Dahalan, F.A., Hasan, M., An, O.S., Parmin, N.A., Ibrahim, N., Hamdzah, M., Zain, N.A.M., Muda, K. and Wikurendra, E.A., 2022. Biochar: A review of its history, characteristics, factors that influence its yield, methods of production, application in wastewater treatment and recent development. Biointerface Res. Appl. Chem, 12(6), pp.7914-7926.
• Kow, S.H., Fahmi, M.R., Abidin, C.Z.A., Abdul, N., Wikurendra, E.A. and Handayani, D., 2021. Influence of leachate matrix on oxidation performance of ozonation and AOPs. Biointerface Res. Appl. Chem, 12, pp.7903-7913.
• Setiawan, B., Afin, R., Wikurendra, E.A., Nathan, R.J. and Fekete-Farkas, M., 2022. Covid-19 pandemic, asset prices, risks, and their convergence: A survey of Islamic and G7 stock market, and alternative assets. Borsa Istanbul Review, 22, pp.S47-S59.
• Wikurendra, E.A, Aini, S., Nagy, I., Nurika, G., Herdiani, N. and Shamsudin, S., 2022. Source of microplastic pollution within human stool in the Surabaya River Basin Area. Journal of Chemical Health Risks, 5(4), p.581.
• Wikurendra, E.A., Syafiuddin, A., Nurika, G. and Elisanti, A.D., 2022. Water quality analysis of pucang river, sidoarjo regency to control water pollution. Environmental Quality Management, 32(1), pp.133-144.
• Wikurendra, E.A., Ferto, I., Nagy, I. and Nurika, G., 2022. Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of waste management with circular economy principles in developing countries: A systematic review. Environmental Quality Management, 32(1), pp.87-94.
• Zainol, N.A., Baharuddin, A., Yusoff, N.A., Sohaimi, K.S.A., Rohaizad, N.M., Ghani, A.A., Wikurendra, E.A., Andini, A. and Syafiuddin, A., 2022. Removal of methylene blue dye from aqueous solution by using orange peel treated with acid as an adsorbent. Desalination and Water Treatment, 260, pp.161-168.
• Umami, A., Sukmana, H., Wikurendra, E.A. and Paulik, E., 2022. A review on water management issues: potential and challenges in Indonesia. Sustainable Water Resources Management, 8(3), p.63.
• Yusoff, N.A., Shahib, N.M., Zainol, N.A., Sohaimi, K.S.A., Rohaizad, N.M., Wikurendra, E.A., Andini, A. and Syafiuddin, A., 2022. Microwave-assisted synthesis and characterization of polyacrylamide grafted cellulose derived from waste newspaper for surface water treatment. Desalination and Water Treatment, 259, pp.90-97.
• Sohaimi, K.S.A., Nasaru, N., Zainol, N.A., Yusoff, N.A., Rohaizad, N.M., Wikurendra, E.A., Ghfar, A.A., Putri, E.B.P., Boopathy, R. and Syafiuddin, A., 2022. Development and application of sewage sludge biochar for the removal of methyl red from water environment. Desalination and Water Treatment, 256, pp.1-10.
• Okwitanti, Y., Syafiuddin, A., Wikurendra, E.A., Ratnasari, A., Putri, E.B.P. and Anshori, M.Y., 2022. Investigation of rainwater quality at different rooftop types: a case study at the large Islamic Boarding School in Madura. Desalination and Water Treatment, 256, pp.217-220.
• Wikurendra, E.A., Nurika, G., Herdiani, N. and Lukiyono, Y.T., 2022. Evaluation of the commercial bio-activator and a traditional bio-activator on compost using Takakura Method. Journal of Ecological Engineering, 23(6).
• Lolo, J.A., Ambali, D.P.P., Jefriyanto, W., Handayani, D., Afridah, W., Wikurendra, E.A., Amalia, R. and Syafiuddin, A., 2022. Synthesis and characterization of hydroxyapatite derived from milkfish bone by simple heat treatments. Biointerface Res. Appl. Chem, 12(2), p.2440.
• Wikurendra, E.A., Rabbani, M.S. and Nurika, G., 2021. Association Between Lighting Level to Subjective Complaints of Visual Fatigue on Operators in the Auto Welder Section. Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health 10(2), pp. 218–223.
• Fakhira, A.D., Pawitra, A.S., Diyanah, K.C., Wikurendra, E.A., Nagy, I. and Abdeljawad, N.S.M., 2021. Awareness of doing 3M (wearing mask, physical distancing, washing hands) during pandemic era in rural and urban families. Jurnal Kesehatan Lingkungan, 13(2), pp. 94–101.
• Wikurendra, E.A., Crismiati, M. and Nurika, G., 2021. Relation of Parasites in Soil with The Existence of Parasites on Farmer’s Nails. Indonesian Journal of Medical Laboratory Science and Technology, 3(1), pp.47-55.
• Pratiwi, T.S., Wikurendra, E.A., Yudhastuti, R. and Mirasa, Y.A., 2021. Preventive Behavior Towards Maya Index at DHF Endemic Area. Jurnal Kesehatan Lingkungan, 13(1), pp. 1–8.
• Wikurendra, E.A., Herdiani, N., Tarigan, Y.G. and Kurnianto, A.A., 2021. Risk factors of pulmonary tuberculosis and countermeasures: A literature review. Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences, 9(F), pp.549-555.

Research grants and consultancy projects

• 2025: Mapping and optimizing carbon circularity and climate impact of regional waste and residue management based on recovery and recycling technologies. (as Member of research). Funding from Southeast Asia – Europe Joint Funding Scheme.
• 2024: Mapping Readiness of Local Governments in Implementation of Policies For No Smoking Area, East Java Province. (as Member of research). Funding from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Pusat Ekonomi dan Bisnis Syariah Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Universitas Indonesia.
• 2023: Appraisal of plant microbe interaction on soil and plants grown in salt affected conditions. (as Member of research). Funding from ASEAN-India Science, Technology & Innovation Cooperation.
• 2023: Effectiveness of tobacco tax policy changes on purchasing tobacco products and smoking behavior. (as Member of research). Funding from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Pusat Ekonomi dan Bisnis Syariah Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Universitas Indonesia.
• 2023: Human health risk and food safety implications of microplastic consumption by seafood. (as Member of research). Funding from Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya and Walailak University.
• 2023: Prevalence of internet addiction and associated risk factors: comparison of university students in Indonesia and Malaysia. (as Member of research). Funding from Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya and Universiti Putra Malaysia.
• 2023: Development of a sustainable logistics management model for food waste minimization. (as Project Leader). Funding from Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya.
• 2022: Solution of agriculture organic waste and food waste using black soldier fly larvae in Hungary. (as Project Leader). Funding from Danube Rector Conference.
• 2022: Forecast of waste generated and waste fleet in Sukolilo District, Surabaya City, Indonesia. (as Project Leader). Funding from Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya.
• 2021: Development and evaluation of rainwater harvesting system for large private institution. (as Member of research). Funding from Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya.
• 2021: Evaluation of the commercial bio-activator and a traditional bio-activator on compost using takakura method. (as Project Leader). Funding from Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya.
• 2021: Water quality analysis of Pucang River, Sidoarjo Regency to control water pollution. (as Project Leader). Funding from Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya.
• 2021: Fate and mechanism of antibiotic resistant bacteria and antibiotic resistance genes in anaerobic digestion of wastewater treatment plant. (as Member of research). Funding from Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya.
• 2021: Evaluation of Readiness Mapping and Policy Recommendations for the East Java Provincial Government as a Halal Product Guarantee Organizer. (as Member of research). Funding from Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization Regional Centre for Food and Nutrition.
• 2020: Development of a model of local government readiness assessment system in handling and controlling the Covid-19 pandemic. (as Member of research). Funding from National Research and Innovation Agency of Indonesia.
• 2020: Utilization of black soldier fly (Hermetia Illucens) larvae as a treatment for organic waste problems. (as Project Leader). Funding from Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education Indonesia.

Senior Lecturer, Public Health Email: hanachen@curtin.edu.my

Academic history

Medical Degree (MD), 2015
Master of Science in Public Health

Research interests

Dr Hana’s research focuses on integrating medical, social sciences, and technology to develop sustainable health interventions and foster self-sustaining communities. Her work bridges research with practice, translating theoretical concepts into health promotion programs. Over the past four years, she has reached out to more than 15 communities, implementing programs that promote health and sustainability.

Background

Dr Hana is a senior lecturer at the Faculty of Humanities and Health Sciences, with over seven years of experience in epidemiology, health promotion and sustainable community development. She received her Medical Degree in 2015 and a Master of Science in Public Health in 2021, both with Dean’s List Awards. She is also a fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health UK.

Recognitions and awards

• Fellow of the Royal Society of Public Health
• Gold Medal for the 34th International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition. Malaysia (ITEX 2023)
• Best SDG Research Project Award for the TE Award 2023.
• Best Oral Presenter for the 4th Andalas International Public Health Conference (AIPHC 2023)
• Outstanding Network Ambassador Award for the 4th World Conference on Public Health 2023 (WCPH 2023)
• Keynote speaker: FOP Online Symposium 2023 – Current Research Niches in Healthcare Sectors (Nov 2023)
• Speaker: EURAXESS ASEAN and the Southeast Asia-Europe Joint Funding Scheme for Research and Innovation (JFS): Meet my Lab x JFS on “Clean, Accessible and Secure Energy Supply”. (2024)

Publications/Patents

1. Jun Chen , H. W., Roy Rillera Marzo, Mila Nu Nu Htay, A. Abdalqader, M., Mohammed Faez Baobaid, Rameshwar Naidu, J., … M. Attalla, S. (2024). TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY: SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND COMMUNITY RESILIENCE IN FLOOD DISASTER MANAGEMENT. Malaysian Journal of Public Health Medicine, 24(1), 131–141.
2. Marzo, R. R., Jun Chen, H. W., Ahmad, A., Thew, H. Z., Choy, J. S., Ng, C. H., … & Elsayed, M. E. G. (2024). The evolving role of social media in enhancing quality of life: a global perspective across 10 countries. Arch Public Health, 82(28).
3. Irasanti, S. N., Respati, T., Januarita, R., Yuniarti, Y., Chen, H. W. J., & Marzo, R. R. (2023). Domain and perception on community resilience: comparison between two countries. Frontiers in public health, 11, 1157837.
4. Chen, H. W. J., Marzo, R. R., Sapa, N. H., Ahmad, A., Anuar, H., Baobaid, M. F., … & Abdalqader, M. A. (2023). Trends in Health Communication: Social Media Needs and Quality of Life among Older Adults in Malaysia. Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland), 11(10), 1455.
5. Jun Chen, H. W., Marzo, R. R., Tang, H. C., Mawazi, S. M., & Essar, M. Y. (2022). One Mutation Away, the Potential Zoonotic Threat – Neocov, Planetary Health Impacts and the Call for Sustainability. Journal of public health research, 10(1 Suppl), jphr.2021.2941.
6. Chen, H. W. J., Marzo, R. R., Anton, H., Abdalqader, M. A., Rajasekharan, V., Baobaid, M. F., Hamzah, H., Tang, H. C., & Ads, H. O. (2022). Dietary Habits, Shopping Behavior and Weight Gain during Covid-19 Pandemic Lockdown among Students in a Private University in Selangor, Malaysia. Journal of public health research, 10(2 Suppl), jphr.2021.2921.

Lecturer of Psychology Email: miguel.sa@curtin.edu.my

Academic history

Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology
Postgraduation in Sport and Exercise Psychologist

Research interests

Impact of social media/internet/technology in mental health, bereavement of cancer patients’ caregivers, mental health concern in sensitive populations

Background

Professional experience as a practitioner as a clinical and sports psychologist and working with multicultural multi-linguistic populations

Professional experience

Clinical Psychologist, Sports Psychologist and Lecturer

Professional affiliation

Order of The Portuguese Psychologists, European Federation of Psychologists’ Associations

HDR supervision

Dr Voltisa Thartori

Lecturer, Psychological Science

Email: mit.l@curtin.edu.my

Academic history

PhD in Psychology, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Master in Social Science (Psychology), Universiti Sains Malaysia
Bachelor in Psychology (Honors), HELP University

Research interests

Social psychology, multicultural psychology, positive psychology

Recognitions and awards

• PhD Research Fellowship, USM, 2017 to 2021
• Best ePoster Presentation (Gold), USM, 2018
• Graduate Assistant Scheme, USM, 2013 to 2014
• Best Oral Presentation, HELP University, 2011

Publications/Patents

Peer-reviewed journals

• Lino, M., & Hashim, I.H.M. (2020). Cultural tolerance, positive relationships, and well-being in Malaysian multicultural communities. Geografia: Malaysian Journal of Society and Space, 16(4), 235- 249. https://doi.org/10.17576/geo-2020-1604-17 [Web of Science (WoS) – Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI)]
• Lino, M., & Hashim, I.H.M. (2019). Ethnic-specific experiences of racial microaggression in multicultural Malaysia. Journal of Ethnic and Cultural Studies, 6(3), 81-97. http://dx.doi.org/10.29333/ejecs/262 (SCOPUS)
• Lino, M., Hashim, I.H.M., & Ricardo, R. (2017). The lurking racism: Exploring racial microaggression in the Malaysian university setting. Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities, 25(1), 273-484. [SCOPUS & Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI)].

Peer-reviewed conference proceedings

• Lino, M., Hashim, I.H.M., & Singh, P.S.J. (in-press). Perceived cultural tolerance in Malaysia: A focus on Penang multicultural communities. Conference Proceedings Citation Index – Social Sciences & Humanities (CPCI – SSH), [Web of Science (WoS)]
• Lino, M., & Hashim, I.H.M. (2020). Positive relationship and well-being in Malaysian multicultural communities. Conference Proceedings Citation Index – Social Sciences & Humanities (CPCI – SSH). [Web of Science (WoS)].

Book chapters

• Lino, M., & Hashim, I.H.M. (2019). Kaedah tindak balas dan strategi menangani keagresifan mikro berasaskan rasisme (racial microaggression): Satu kajian ke atas pelajar universiti di Malaysia. Isu Kontemporari Kesepaduan Sosial di Malaysia. (Responses and strategies towards racial microaggression: A study on university students in Malaysia) Publisher: UPSI. [Majlis Penerbitan Ilmiah Malaysia (MAPIM) Book Chapter]
• Lino, M., & Hashim, I.H.M. (2019). Perceived community cultural tolerance values and practices in Malaysia. Contemporary Issues in Social Sciences: A Compilation of Short Essays. Publisher: UPSI. [Majlis Penerbitan Ilmiah Malaysia (MAPIM) Book Chapter].

Keynote/Invited speaker

A guest lecturer invited by Prof Dato Dr Sivamurugan Pandian (Professor of Political Sociology, USM) for Ethnic Relations and Racism course

1. Analyse and apply comprehensive knowledge of Public Health, Psychological Science, and Safety, Health and Environment (HSE) concepts, incorporating technical skills and evidence-based practices relevant to each field
2. Exhibit responsibility and leadership in communication and collaboration with peers, stakeholders, and communities, ensuring ethical practices and alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
3. Display proficiency in the innovative use of digital technology and analytical methods across Public Health, Psychological Science, and HSE contexts
4. Prioritize continuous personal and professional growth, emphasizing entrepreneurial and adaptive skills for academic and career development in the diverse health and safety sectors.

Associate Teaching Fellow Email: faliza.bejimin@curtin.edu.my

Academic history

Master of Engineering (Safety, Health & Environment), Universiti Malaya
Bachelor of Science with Honours (Resource Chemistry), UNIMAS

Research interests

Risk assessment, chemistry safety, ergonomic

Background

Faliza has more than ten years of experience teaching Occupational Safety and Health, where she has guided students through both theoretical and practical aspects of workplace safety.

Professional experience

Lecturer / Program Leader, Riam Institute of Technology Miri, 2014 to 2015
Junior Lecturer, Masterskill College of Nursing & Health Kuching, 2010 to 2011

Recognitions and awards

• HRDC Train-the-Trainer (Trainer ID: 46226), Top 3 Presenter for Train-the-Trainer, October 2024
•  OSH-Coordinator (SW/24/OSHC/04/02961) registered with DOSH Malaysia
• Ergonomic Trained Person for Initial Ergonomic Risk Assessment under DOSH Malaysia
• Hold certificate for Basic First Aider and Advanced First Aider under Malaysian Red Crescent Society
  

Associate Teaching Fellow Email: yugandre.tamilmaran@curtin.edu.my

Academic history

Master in Clinical Psychology, University of Cyberjaya
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (in collaboration with Southern New Hampshire University, US), INTI International College Subang

Background

Yugandre Tamilmaran is a Clinical Psychologist and Associate Teaching Fellow with a strong passion for mental health advocacy, psychoeducation, and community-based psychological wellbeing. She combines clinical knowledge with educational and outreach initiatives, aiming to make psychological science accessible, practical, and cultural sensitive.

Professional experience

Clinical Psychologist, The Wave Clinic, Kajang, Selangor
Trainee Clinical Psychologist, University of Cyberjaya and Valley Psychological Centre, Kuala Lumpur

The Industry Advisory Panel (IAP) serves a fundamental role in facilitating dialogue between the board members and the academic team of the Department of Health Sciences at Curtin Malaysia. With an annual meeting on the calendar, this gathering serves as an invaluable platform where the academic staff and IAP converge to evaluate the robustness and relevance of our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

The composition of an IAP is both diverse and distinguished. It brings together professionals from a multitude of health-related sectors across Malaysia. Their collective experience is vast, providing insights from numerous health science disciplines.

Each member of the Industry Advisory Panel shares a profound commitment to the advancement of health science. Their primary objective is to impart their knowledge and insights, ensuring that our educational offerings remain both contemporary and comprehensive, equipping our students for their future roles in the health science arena. With a torch of passion for their profession, they are keen to illuminate the pathways for our educators, crafting a brighter future for our emerging professionals.

Roles of the Industry Advisory Panel:

• To provide guidance on current and potential courses, ensuring they align with industry needs and advancements
• To deliver feedback on programme educational objectives (PEO) outcomes
• To establish and nurture connections with relevant institutions and organisations in Sarawak and Malaysia
• To highlight research priorities pertinent to the health and wellness needs of Sarawak, Malaysia, and the ASEAN region
• To cultivate ties with both public and private health entities, nurturing consistent collaboration
• To guide or assist in the facilitation of internships and the placement of graduates
• To suggest and establish opportunities for research partnerships, inclusive of doctoral scholarships.