RESEARCH PROJECTS/GRANTS
2021
AOARD GRANT
Congratulations Prof. Dr. Anis Nurashikin Bt. Nordin from Kulliyyah of Engineering and team members on securing the Sponsored Research project from Asian Office of Aerospace Research and Development (AOARD) amounted to USD60,000 (RM248,700.00)
2021
Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
Project Title: Stretchable chitosan foliated graphite biocomposite as piezoresistive material towards enhance strain sensing response
Principle Researcher – Dr Aliza Aini Md Ralib
Co-Researchers ROSMINAZUIN AB RAHIM, ANIS NURASHIKIN NORDIN, MAZIATI AKMAL HANIFA, MOHD ASYRAF RAZIB
Approved Amount: RM 82 700
Project Title: Enhanced peak current in nicotine detection using electrochemical based screen printed electrodes modified with chitosan reduced graphene oxide nanocomposites
Principle Researcher – Dr Rosminazuin Ab Rahim
Co-Researchers ANIS NURASHIKIN NORDIN,
Approved Amount: RM 81 300
Project Title: Performance of stretchable body coupled antenna with high permitivity of Barium Titanate Silicone elastometer composite for biomedical microwave sensing and imaging applications
Principle Researcher – Dr Mohd Saiful Riza Bashri
Co-Researchers ROSMINAZUIN AB RAHIM, ANIS NURASHIKIN NORDIN
Approved Amount: RM 84, 830
2019
Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
Project Title: Empirical Model for Volatile Organic Compound Selectivity Prediction of Polymer-based Acoustic Wave Sensor Array through Machine Learning Algorithm
Principle Researcher – Dr. Norfarahidah Za'bah
Co-Researchers ROSMINAZUIN AB RAHIM, ALIZA AINI MD. RALIB, AHM ZAHIRUL ALAM, TEDDY SURYA GUNAWAN, HALINA MISRAN (UNITEN)
Approved Amount: RM113800
2018
Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
Project Title: Verifying the Mechanical Power Transformation Effectiveness of Brushless DC Motor and its Characteristics
Principle Researcher – Dr. S. M. A. Motakabber
Co-Researchers AHM Zahirul Alam (15490), Muhammad Ibn Ibrahimy (15490), Anis Nurashikin Nordin(11046), Nabilah Ramli (41793) and Sarah Yasmin Binti Mohamad (59584)
Approved Amount: RM100 000
Grant/Sponsor: Asian Office of Aerospace Research and Development
Project Title: Investigation on performance of Electromical Supercapacitor with 3D graphene-based electrodes
Researcher – Prof Dr Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Amount: USD 60,000
Duration: August 2018 – August 2020
Project Title: Two-Dimensional Stretchable Strain for Facial Expression-Driven Rehabilitation System
Researcher – Prof Dr Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Amount: USD 60,000
Duration: August 2018 – August 2020
Project Title: Development of A Stretchable Tactile Distribution Sensor
Researcher – Prof Dr Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Amount: USD 30,000
Duration: 30th September 2016 – 30th September 2017
2017
Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
Project Title: Fundamental study of blood glucose solution models using a novel stepped impedance RF sensor for improved continuous monitoring of diabetic patients
Principle Researcher – Prof Dr Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Approved Amount: RM 83,000
Duration: August 2017 – July 2019
Project Title: Theoretical modeling of lung cancer biomarkers in exhaled breath using silicon compatible electroacoustic microsensors
Principle Researcher – Dr Aliza Aini Md Ralib
Approved Amount: RM 54, 500
Duration: August 2017 – July 2020
2015
Grant/Sponsor: Swedish Research Council
Project Title: “Dengue-Screening” Electromechanical micro-total analysis system for sensitive and rapid detection of dengue fever.
Researcher – Prof Dr Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Amount: SEK 675,000
Duration: 1st January 2015 – 31st December 2018
2014
Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
Project Title: Novel Method to Synthesize Polymeric Biphasic Micro-Particles Using Droplet Microfluidic Lab on a Chip
Principle Researcher – Prof Dr Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Approved Amount: RM 107,000
Duration: 1st July 2014 – 30th June 2016
2013
Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
Project Title: Novel Modelling Of A Bio-Analysis Platform (Biochip) With The Integrated Dielectrophoresis (DEP) And Magnetophoresis (MAP) Forces For Particles Manipulations.
Principle Researcher – Dr. Siti Noorjannah Ibrahim
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM100,000
Project Title: Analysis And Characterization Of Chipless RFID Tag For Investigating The Scope Of Uses In Malaysia
Principle Researcher – Dr. S.M.A Motakabber
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM88,000
2012
Exploratory Research Grant (ERGS)
Project Title: Novel Vertically Integrated Nano GHz Surface Acoustic Wave Oscillator for RF Applications
Principle Researcher – Prof Dr Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM150,000
Duration:1st July 2011 – 30th June 2013
ScienceFund, Ministry of Science and Techonlogy (MOSTI)
Project Title: Hardware Implementation of a Novel Impedance Spectroscopy System for Cancer Cell Studies
Principle Researcher – Prof Dr Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM 213 000
Duration:1st October 2012 – 30th September 2014
Prototype Research Grant (PRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE)
Project Title: Proof of Concept for a novel real-time Hardware-based Cancer Chemotherapeutics Kit using MEMS Biosensor
Principle Researcher – Prof Dr Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM 150,000
Duration:1st October 2012 – 30th September 2014
Endowment Type-B
Project Title: Development of MEMS Cantilever-Based Biosensor
Principle Researcher – Dr. Rosminazuin Bt. Ab. Rahim
Co-Researchers - Dr. Nor Farahidah Za'bah (IIUM)
Approved Amount: RM20,000
2012
Research Acculturation Grant Scheme (RAGS)
Project Title: Design and development of MEMS Acoustic Energy Harvester
Principle Researcher – Dr. Rosminazuin Bt. Ab. Rahim
Co-Researchers - Dr. Anis Nurashikin bt. Nordin (IIUM), Dr. Nor Farahidah Za'bah (IIUM), Prof. Dr. A.H.M Zahirul Alam (IIUM), Dr. Nurul Fadzlin bt. Hasbullah (IIUM), Dr. Muhammad Ibn Ibrahimy (IIUM, Dr. Hanim bt. Salleh (UNITEN)
Approved Amount: RM50,000
Abstract - The drive for green technology devices which are self-sustaining and self-powered has become increasingly crucial in a world of depleting natural energy resources. The trend is to generate ‘clean’ energy which does not depend on natural fossil fuels which are limited and hazardous to the environment. Ambient energy produced by various environment sources such as solar, wind, light and vibration can be transformed into useful electrical energy and can be used to power numerous electrical appliances. Of interest are vibrational piezoelectric resonators which can harvest low 100s Hz vibrations and convert it electrical power. The progress and expertise of integrated circuit fabrication techniques have allowed the fabrication of miniature of electro mechanical devices which are low cost and easily portable. Due to their submicron sizes, such devices are able to naturally vibrate in the KHz range. A niche and emerging application of such high resonant frequency device is to harvest aero acoustics or sound generated by aircrafts. This proposal describes the design of a novel green, micron-sized energy harvester which is formed using Aluminium doped Zinc Oxide (AZO) microcantilever on a silicon substrate with Al electrodes. The project will involve development of the simulation model of the proposed resonator using equivalent circuits and 3D finite element models. The resonator’s device dimensions will be optimized to produce maximum electrical power output. Once the design is complete, device fabrication will be carried out using micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) techniques such as photolithography, RF-sputtering of the piezoelectric thin film and evaporation of the Al electrodes. The sputtered thin film will be characterized using SEM and XRD to evaluate its piezoelectric qualities and the fabricated device will be tested for functionality. Comparative analysis between the simulated and measured power output will be performed to verify the correctness of the designed model
Project Title: A Development of a Top Down Silicon Nanowire into Field Effect Transistor
Principle Researcher – Dr. Nor Farahidah bt. Za'bah
Co-Researchers - Dr. Anis Nurashikin bt. Nordin (IIUM), Prof. Dr. A.H.M Zahirul Alam (IIUM), Dr. Rosminazuin Abdul Rahim (IIUM), Dr Halina Misran (UNITEN)
Approved Amount: RM50,000
Abstract - A method of fabricating a silicon nanowire via a top-down method using Silicon-on-Insulator (SOI) as a substrate has been successfully developed. It allows the fabrication of a silicon nanowire that not only has small dimensions but can also be fabricated using conventional MOSFET technology without the cost of advanced nanoscale lithography. In addition, although its dimensions are small, with width less than 100 nm, it still exhibits behavior that is similar to bulk based on the effective mobility of the carriers. Hence, there is a possibility for the silicon nanowire to be integrated into nanowire field effect transistor (NWFET) by using gate structure that can shield the channel from charges coming from the source and drain. By characterizing the transistor, it is expected that the transistor can provide further improvement in reducing the short channel effects (eg: drain induced barrier lowering (DIBL) and the Ion/Ioff ratio) as compared with planar MOSFETs.
Project Title: Design and Development of Autonomous Assistive Devices using EMG Signal for Functional Rehabiliation
Principle Researcher – Dr. Amelia Wong Azman
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM50,000
Abstract - A Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) is the application of applying electrical currents onto human tissues for the purpose of restoring different forms of control functions. This method of electrical stimulation has been used experimentally as well as clinically in different areas such as reducing spasticity, regulating heart rhythm and improving paralyzed limbs. While there are many reasons that could lead to paralytic conditions, the focus of this work is the paralytic conditions mainly caused by stroke. In designing FES devices for stroke patients, there are practically two major areas that have been the target for researchers; either the lower or upper limb control. The paralysis of the upper limbs usually reduces human self-care skills. The FES system for upper limb aims to re-establish the grasping and releasing movement in stroke patients. From our literature review, there are not many research works targeting the upper limb. One of the reasons is because of the close proximity of upper limb’s muscles. In this research, we aim to provide with a Functional Electrical Stimulation system that can be used for hand, wrist and fingers control. In our effort to develop an autonomous closed-loop FES system, this work will sample a finite number of raw EMG signals base on movements made by human. The raw EMG signals will then be profiled according to its motion and then analysed. These processed signals will later be used to train the controller of the system. Once the training is completed, the controller will be able to identify and associate the resultant motion based on the EMG signal read from a human. The other objective of this work is to study the effect and the relationship between pulse shape and muscle fatigue
Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
Project Title: Investigation of Current Leakage Mechanisms on InAs Nanoisland Diodes for Radiation Hardness
Principle Researcher – Dr. Nurul Fadzlin Hasbullah
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM89,700
Abstract -
Prototype Research Grant Scheme (PRGS)
Project Title: Proof of Concept for a Novel Real Time, Hardware base Cancer Chemotherapeutics Kit Using MEMS Biosensor
Principle Researcher – Dr. Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM150,000
Abstract -
Research Matching Grant Scheme (RMGS)
Project Title: Design and Development of Advanced Techniques for Brain Computer Interface using Multi-Channel Electroencephalography (EEG) Signal.
Principle Researcher – Dr. Muhammad Ibn Ibrahimy
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM70,000
Abstract -
e-Science Fund
Project Title: Hardware Implementation of a Novel Impedance Spectroscopy System for Cancer Cell Studies.
Principle Researcher – Dr. Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM213,000
Abstract -
Project Title: Hardware Prototyping of Photoplethysmography Based Cardiac Monitoring Technique for Devising a Practical Remote Health Monitor
Principle Researcher – Dr. Muhammad Ibn Ibrahimy
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount:
Abstract -
2011
Exploratory Research Grant Scheme (ERGS)
Project Title: Novel Vertically Integrated Nano GHz Surface Acoustic Wave Oscillator for RF Applications
Principle Researcher – Dr. Anis Nurashikin Nordin
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount:
Abstract -
Endowment Type-B
Project Title: The development of an FPGA-based Smart FES (Functional Electrical Stimulation) device
Principle Researcher – Dr. Amelia Wong Azman
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM20,000
Abstract - The Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) is the activation of physical functions through electrical stimulation of nerve tissue. It has been widely used to stimulate the contraction of muscles for strokes patients as well as an exercise mechanism for the paralyzed muscles. As the name has suggested, FES produces electrical stimulation to improve function and muscular mobility. In the first part of our research work, we have investigated the possibility of designing a robust FES that is not only easy to use but at the same time cost effective for mass production. In this part of the research work, we have refined our research scope targeting FES device for fine-motor recovery. On top of that, we have added the Smart FES device concept such that the device is able to self-learn, hence, providing a more personalized FES device for different stroke patients.
Project Title: Free Digital Watermarking for Medical Images using Complex-Valued Neural Network
Principle Researcher – Prof. Dr. Othman O. Khalifa
Co-Researchers -
Approved Amount: RM20,000
Abstract -
IIUM Cluster
Project Title:Development of an Emergency Medical Care System for Cardiac Telemedicine Monitoring
Principle Researcher – Dr. Muhammad Ibn. Ibrahimy
Co-Researchers -
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