KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Join us as we spotlight our keynote speaker, an inspiring visionary who embodies the spirit of 'Innovation and Resilience in a Changing World.' Discover how their groundbreaking ideas and resilient approaches are shaping our future at the forefront of change.
The distinguished keynote speaker will be leading the charge at this year's conference, setting the tone for an event filled with innovative ideas and forward-thinking discussions.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR. DR. SAZMAL EFFENDI BIN ARSHAD
Sazmal Effendi bin Arshad was born on December 2, 1972, and currently serves as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Science and Natural Resources at UMS, specializing in Inorganic Chemistry. Since joining UMS in 1999 as a tutor, he has established a distinguished academic and research career. Prior to his tenure at UMS, Professor Sazmal spent three years at Sime Darby Tyre Technology Centre in Petaling Jaya.
He earned his PhD in Engineering Materials, focusing on Glass-ceramics, from the University of Sheffield between 2000 and 2005. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Applied Chemistry from Liverpool John Moores University, which he completed in 1996, and he is also a proud alumnus of ITM Shah Alam, where he obtained his diploma in Industrial Chemistry in 1994.
He is deeply passionate about mentoring emerging scholars in the field of Solid-state Chemistry with a special emphasis on Glass, Ceramics, Zeolites, and Clay Chemistry. He is currently engaged in cutting-edge research on the crystallization processes of Zeolite T and L from kaolinite clay, including examining solid-state crystallizing parameters for forming kalsilite from kaolinite. Additionally, his innovative transdisciplinary research includes developing Microbial Fuel Cells for generating bioelectricity from wastewater and exploring the potential for biohydrogen production.
ABSTRACT
Sustainable Synergy: Integrating Microbial Fuel Cells in Wastewater Management and Bioenergy Production
Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) epitomize a paradigm shift in bioelectrochemical systems, merging microbial metabolism with electrochemical principles to convert organic substrates into electrical energy. This abstract delineates the burgeoning applications of MFCs, with a primary focus on their pivotal roles in wastewater treatment and biohydrogen production. Through the orchestrated interplay of microbial consortia and electrode surfaces, MFCs demonstrate remarkable efficiency in organic matter degradation, facilitating wastewater remediation with concurrent energy generation. Furthermore, MFC-based biohydrogen production underscores a transformative approach towards sustainable energy solutions, capitalizing on microbial enzymatic pathways to liberate hydrogen gas as a clean fuel source. This abstract underscores the interdisciplinary significance of MFCs, illuminating their potential to address pressing environmental concerns and propel advancements in renewable energy technologies.