Curriculum Vitae

PERSONAL DETAILS
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
(Role),(Level),(Duration)
  • Senior Lecture II, School of Engineering, Taylor's University, 01/01/2019 to present
  • Lecturer I, Faculty of Built Environment, Eng., Tech. & Design, 15/08/2013 to present
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
(Qualification),(Institution)
  • Phd in Polymer Engineering, UNIVERSITI SAINS MALAYSIA, Malaysia
  • Master of Science (Chemical Instrumentation), UNIVERSITI SAINS MALAYSIA, Malaysia
  • Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical-Polymer), UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA, Malaysia
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
(Organisation),(Role),(Duration),(Level)
  • Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), Professional Engineer, 2022 to 2022 (National)
  • Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), Chartered Engineer, 2019 to 2020 (International)
  • Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), Graduate Engineer, Since 2014 (National)
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
(Area)
  • Polymerisation Process (Biopolymers, polymer processing)
TEACHING
(Course Title),(Level of Study),(Institution),(Month/Year)
  • Engineering Mathematics I, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2022)
  • Engineering Mathematics II, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2022)
  • Engineering Mathematics I, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2021)
  • Engineering Mathematics II, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2021)
  • Engineering Mathematics I, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2021)
  • Engineering Mathematics II, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2021)
  • Engineering Mathematics II, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2020)
  • Engineering Mathematics II, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2020)
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and Simulation, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2019)
  • Engineering Mathematics IV, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2019)
  • Process Integration and Unit Operations II, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2019)
  • Material and Energy Balance, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2019)
  • Process Integration and Unit Operations II, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2018)
  • Engineering Mathematics IV, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2018)
  • Process Integration and Unit Operations II, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2018)
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and Simulation , Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2017)
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and Simulation, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2016)
  • Engineering Mathematics IV, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2016)
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and Simulation, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2016)
  • Engineering Mathematics IV, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2016)
  • Mass Transfer, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2015)
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and Simulation, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2015)
  • Mass Transfer, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2015)
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and Simulation, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2015)
  • Engineering Mathematics 4, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2014)
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and Simulation, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2014)
  • Mass Transfer, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2014)
  • Mass Transfer, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2014)
  • Engineering Statics, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2013)
  • Engineering Mathematics 4, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2013)
PUBLICATIONS
(Title of publication in APA style)
Book Chapter
2020
  • Pang, M.M., Choo, H.L. & Buys, Y.F. (2020). Plastics in Food Packaging. In Reference Module in Materials Science and Materials Engineering, Elsevier.
     
  • Ong T.K., Choo H.L., Choo W.J., Koay S.C., & Pang M.M. (2020). Recycling of Polylactic Acid (PLA) Wastes from 3D Printing Laboratory. In Emamian S., Awang M., & Yusof F. (Eds.), Advances in Manufacturing Engineering. Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering (pp.725-732). Singapore, Singapore: Springer.
Article in Journals
2023
  • Wu, B., Se Young, E.N., Wong, W. Y., Pang, M.M. (2023). Metal–Organic Frameworks in Proton-Exchange Membrane for Intermediate-to-High Temperature Fuel-Cell Applications: A Review, Jurnal Kejuruteraan, 35(1), 49-58. (ISI-Indexed)
     
2022
  • RRR Sulaiman, R Walvekar, WY Wong, M Khalid, MM Pang (2022). Proton Conductivity Enhancement at High Temperature on Polybenzimidazole Membrane Electrolyte with Acid-Functionalized Graphene Oxide Fillers. Membranes, 12, 344. (ISI-Indexed)
     
  • Jaya, P.R., Raymond, R.T., Viknesh, A., Yoke Kin, W., Ming Meng, P. (2022). Data set on oil palm plantation production and LUC emissions under different management strategies. Data in Brief, 108329
     
  • Ng, Q. Y., Low, J.H., Pang, M.M., Idumah C.I. (2022). Properties enhancement of waterborne bio-composite films with 3-aminopropyltriethoxy silane functionalized lignin, Journal of Polymers and the Environment. (ISI-Indexed)
     
2021
  • Rajakal, J.P., Tan, R.R., Andiappan, V., Wan, Y.K., Pang, M.M. (2021). Does age matter? A strategic planning model to optimise perennial crops based on cost and discounted carbon value, Journal of Cleaner Production, 318, 128526. (ISI-Indexed)
     
2020
  • SL Ling, SC Koay, MY Chan, KY Tshai, TR Chantara, MM Pang (2020).Wood Plastic Composites Produced from Postconsumer Recycled Polystyrene and Coconut Shell: Effect of Coupling Agent and Processing Aid on Tensile, Thermal, and Morphological Properties, Polymer Engineering and Science, 60(1), 202-210. (ISI-Indexed)
     
  • Lee, C., Pang, M.M., Koay, S.C., Choo, H.L., Tshai, K.Y. (2020).Talc filled polylactic-acid biobased polymer composites: tensile, thermal and morphological properties, SN Applied Sciences, 2, 354. (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
2019
  • M.C. Lee, S.C. Koay, M.Y. Chan, H.L. Choo, M.M. Pang, P.M. Chou, K.Y. Tshai (2019). Properties of poly (lactic acid)/durian husk fiber biocomposites: Effects of fiber content and processing aid, Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials, 0892705719831734. (ISI-Indexed)
     
  • Pang MM, Koay SC, Low JH, Buys YF, Tshai KY (2019) Study on the plasticiser type for biobased microcrystalline cellulose filled polylactic acid composite. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering 458 (1), 012004. (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
  • LK Palniandy, LW Yoon, WY Wong, ST Yong, MM Pang (2019).Application of biochar derived from different types of biomass and treatment methods as a fuel source for direct carbon fuel cells. Energies, 12(13), 2477 (ISI-Indexed)
     
  • Pang, M. M., Aaron, Y., Koay, S. C., Low, J. H., Choo, H. L. Tshai, K. Y. (2019). Soil burial, hygrothermal and morphology of durian skin fiber filled polylactic acid biocomposites, Advances in Environmental Biology. 13(3), 21-25. (ERA Indexed)
     
2018
  • Koay, SC., Varnesh, S., Chan, MY., Pang, MM., Chantara, TR., Tshai, KY., Cheah, KH. (2018). Wood plastic composites made from post-used polystyrene foam and agricultural waste, Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials, 32(11), 1455-1466.
     
  • Liew, V., Tshai, KY., Pang MM., Yap EH., Yong, LC., Koay, SC. (2018). Effect of expandable graphite on flammability, thermal and mechanical performance of palm empty fruit bunch fibre reinforced composite, Journal of Engineering Science and Technology, 13(7), 2211-2223. (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
  • Koay, S.C., Fahmy, N.M.Y., Chan, M.Y., Choo, H.L., Pang, M.M., Tshai, K.Y. (2018). Wood plastic composites made from corn husk fiber and recycled polystyrene foam, Journal of Engineering Science and Technology. 13(12). (SCOPUS-Indexed)
2017
  • Chun, K.S., Chan, M.Y., Pang, M. M., Tshai, K. Y. (2017). Influence of filler loading and palm oil-based green coupling agent on torque rheological properties of polypropylene/cocoa pod husk composites. Advances in Polymer Technology, 37 (6), 2246-2252. (ISI-Indexed)
      
  • Chun K.S., Yeng C.M., Husseinsyah S., Pang M.M., Ismail A.(2017). Effect of eco-degradant on properties of low density polyethylene/corn stalk eco-composites. Journal of Engineering Science and Technology, 12(5), pp.1165-1177 (ISI-Indexed)
       
2015
  • Jeffrey, C. K. L.; Kumanan, A.; Pang, M. M.; Yong, L. C.; Sivakumar, S. (2015). SINTERING BEHAVIOR OF FORSTERITE WITH MANGANESE OXIDE AS DOPING AGENT. JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 10, pp.1-7 (ISI-Indexed)
2014
  • Pang, M. M., Pun, M. Y. and Ishak, Z. A. Mohd. (2014), Thermal, mechanical, and morphological characterization of biobased thermoplastic starch from agricultural waste/polypropylene blends. Polym Eng Sci, 54: 1357–1365. doi:10.1002/pen.23684 (ISI-Indexed)
  • Pang, M.-M., Pun, M.-Y. and Ishak, Z. A. Mohd. (2013), Degradation studies during water absorption, aerobic biodegradation, and soil burial of biobased thermoplastic starch from agricultural waste/polypropylene blends. J. Appl. Polym. Sci., 129: 3656–3664. doi:10.1002/app.39123 (ISI-Indexed)
     
  • Ngo W.L., Pang M.M., Yong L.C., Tshai K.Y. (2014). Mechanical properties of natural fibre (Kenaf, oil palm empty fruit bunch) reinforced polymer composites. Advances in Environmental Biology, 8(8 SPEC. ISSUE 3), pp.2742-2747 (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
2013
  • Pang, M.-M., Pun, M.-Y. and Ishak, Z. A. Mohd. (2013), Natural weathering studies of biobased thermoplastic starch from agricultural waste/polypropylene blends. J. Appl. Polym. Sci., 129: 3237–3246. doi:10.1002/app.39054 (ISI-Indexed)
  • Pang, M.-M., Pun, M.-Y. and Ishak, Z. A. Mohd. (2013), Degradation studies during water absorption, aerobic biodegradation, and soil burial of biobased thermoplastic starch from agricultural waste/polypropylene blends. J. Appl. Polym. Sci., 129: 3656–3664. doi:10.1002/app.39123 (ISI-Indexed)
Article in Proceeding
2022
  • M. Zulkeply, M. M. Pang, C. A. Vaithilingam, R. Sivasubramanian (2022)The fundamental studies on the reaction kinetics of thermal decomposition of bio-composite based backsheet materials in photovoltaic (PV) panel, J. Phys.: Conf. Ser. 2222. 012002. (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
2021
  • MSM Sulaiman, SC Koay, MY Chan, HL Choo, MM Pang, TK Ong (2021) Finite Element Analysis Study on Lattice Structure Fabricated Using Corn Husk Fibre Reinforced Recycled Polystyrene Composite, MATEC Web of Conferences. (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
  • CZJ Juarez, SC Koay, MY Chan, HL Choo, MM Pang, TK Ong (2021)Finite Element Analysis Study on Lattice Structure Fabricated Recycled Polystyrene from Post-used Styrofoam Waste, MATEC Web of Conferences (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
2020
  • Y.D. Lee, M.M. Pang, S.C. Koay, T.K. Ong, K.Y. Tshai (2020). Effect of Empty Fruit Bunch Fibre Loading on Properties of Plasticised Polylactic Acid Biocomposites, AIP Conference Proceedings 2233, 040002 ; https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0001597 (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
  • W.H.A. Chin, S.C. Koay, M.Y. Chan, K.Y. Tshai, M.M. Pang (2020). Preparation and characterization of composites made from chrysanthemum waste using resin infusion, AIP Conference Proceedings 2233, 020004 ; https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0001338 (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
2019
  • Low, J.H., Lee, Z. X., Yoon, L.W., Pang, M.M., Wong, S. (2019). Exploration of tree pruning waste for paper making, AIP Conference Proceedings 2137, 020008. (ISI-Indexed)
     
  • Nordin, N.M., Buys, Y.F., Anuar, H., Ani, M.H., Pang, M.M. (2019). Development of Conductive Polymer Composites from PLA/TPU Blends Filled with Graphene Nanoplatelets, Materials Today: Proceedings, 17(3), 500-507. (SCOPUS-Indexed)
2018
  • Jia I. Ng, Ming M. Pang, Seong C. Koay, Tshai K. Y., Y. F. Buys (2018) Preparation and Characterization of Plastized Polylactic Acid Filled with Graphene, Proceedings of the International Engineering Research Conference - 11th Eureca 2018, pg 15
  • Kim Ling Cheong, Ming Meng Pang, Seong Chun Koay, Kim Yeow Tshai, Fachmi Buys Yose (2018) Conductive Polymer Composite from Polylactic Acid Filled with Graphene, Proceedings of the International Engineering Research Conference - 11th Eureca 2018, pg 3.
  • Kar Yan To, Ming Meng Pang, Jiun Hor Low, Seong Chun Koay, Yose Fachmi, Kim Yeow Tshai (2018) Preparation and Properties of Sea Clam Shell Filled Polylactic Acid Biocomposites, Proceedings of the International Engineering Research Conference - 10th Eureca 2018, 238-249
  • Pang, M. M., Koay, S. C., Low, J. H., Buys, Y. F., Tshai, K. Y. (2018) Study on the plasticiser type for biobased microcrystalline cellulose filled polylactic acid composite. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering. 458, 1-6. (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
  • Lee, M.C., Koay, S.C., Chan, M.Y., Pang, M.M. Chou, P.M., Tshai, K.Y. (2018). Preparation and characterization of durian husk fiber filled polylactic acid biocomposites, MATEC Web of Conferences 152, 02007 (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
2017
  • Nur, M. Y. F. I., Koay, S.C., Pang, M.M. , Albert, T. (2017). Preparation and Characterisation of Plastic Wood Composites from Recycled Polystyrene Foam and Corn Husk Fiber, Proceedings of the International Engineering Research Conference - 8th eureca 2017, 494-505.
  • Lee, K. W., Pang, M.M., Koay, S.C., Albert, T. (2017). Degradation studies of corn husk-filled polylactic acid composites, Proceedings of the International Engineering Research Conference - 8th eureca 2017. 104-116.
  • Aaron, Y. W. Y., Pang, M.M., Koay, S.C. , Albert, T. (2017). Degradation Studies of Durian Husk-filled Polyactic Acid Composites: Proceedings of the International Engineering Research Conference - 8th eureca 2017 (1-10).
RESEARCH PROJECT
(Project title),(Role),(Duration),(Level)
  • Investigation of Synergistic Effect of Lignin and Waterborne Polyurethane on the Physico-chemical and Mechanical Properties of Eco-Friendly Coating Films, Co-researcher, 2018 to 2019 (Taylor's University)
  • Preparation and characterisations of biobased conductive polymer composite for packaging application, Project Leader, 2017 to 2019 (Taylor's University)
  • Preparation and characterisations of agricultural waste filled polylactic acid biocomposites for biodegradable disposable plastic product, Co-researcher, 2017 to 2019 (Taylor's University)
  • Preparation and characterization of bio-based agricultural waste/polylactic acid blends for thermoforming application, Project Leader, 2013 to 2014 (Taylor's University)
CONSULTANCY PROJECT
(Project title),(Organisation),(Duration),(Role),(Level)
  • CODE Design Thinking Approach, Laguna Polytechnic University/ Perpetual Help Philippines, 30/09/2020 to 30/12/2020, Coordinator (International)
SUPERVISION
(Title of Thesis),(Name of Candidates),(Academic Level),(Role)
ONGOING
  • Jaya Prasanth Rajakal Vasudevan, PhD/ Doctoral  (Main Supervisor)
  • Ramsundar Sivasubramanian, PhD/ Doctoral  (Co-supervisor (Internal))
  • Wu Bo, PhD/ Doctoral  (Co-supervisor (Internal))
  • RAMSUNDAR SIVASUBRAMANIAN  (Co-supervisor (Internal))
  • WU BO  (Main Supervisor)
COMPLETED
  • DIRECT CARBON FUEL CELL UTILIZING BIOCHAR FROM RICE HUSK AND RUBBER WOOD BIOMASS AS FUEL SOURCE, LITHNES @ KALAIVANI A/P PALNIANDY  (Co-supervisor (Internal))
  • EFFECT OF FUNCTIONALISED GRAPHENE OXIDE FILLERS IN ACID-DOPED POLYBENZIMIDAZOLE MEMBRANE TOWARDS THE PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND PROTON CONDUCTION PROPERTIES FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE PROTON EXCHANGE MEMBRANE FUEL CELL, RAJA RAFIDAH BINTI RAJA SULAIMAN  (Main Supervisor)
  • SYSTEMS ENGINEERING FRAMEWORK FOR SUSTAINABLE OIL PALM PLANTATION EXPANSIONS, JAYA PRASANTH RAJAKAL VASUDEVAN  (Main Supervisor)
PRESENTATION
(Title),(Event),(Date Presented),(Organiser),(Level)
ORAL PRESENTER
  • Constructing the Future of Project based Learning through Connectivism , TAYLOR'S 14TH TEACHING AND LEARNING e-CONFERENCE, 13/10/2021 to 15/10/2021, Taylor's University (International)
  • Study on the Plasticiser Type for Biobased Microcrystalline Cellulose Filled Polylactic Acid Composite, International Conference on Process Engineering & Advanced Materials (ICPEAM2018), 13/08/2018 to 15/08/2018, Universiti Teknologi Petronas (International)
  • Degradation Studies of Corn Husk-filled Polylactic Acid Composites, International Engineering Research Conference - 8th Eureca 2017, 12/07/2017 to 12/07/2017, School of Engineering (National)
  • Preparation and Characterisation of Plastic Wood Composites from Recycled Polystyrene Foam and Corn Husk Fiber, International Engineering Research Conference - 8th Eureca 2017, 12/07/2017 to 12/07/2017, Taylor's University (National)
  • Mechanical Properties of Natural Fibre (Kenaf, Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunch) Reinforced Polymer Composites, 2014 Conference of Plastic, Rubber and Composites, 20/06/2014 to 21/06/2014, 2013 Conference of Plastic, Rubber and Composites 9https://conferencealerts.com/show-event?id=128871) (National)
OTHERS
  • Preparation and Properties of Sea Clam Shell Filled Polylactic Acid Biocomposites, 10th EURECA conference, 27/06/2018 to 27/06/2018, School of Engineering (National)
  • Degradation Studies of Durian Husk-filled Polyactic Acid Composites, International Engineering Research Conference - 8th Eureca 2017, 12/07/2017 to 12/07/2017, School of Engineering (International)
AWARDS AND STEWARDSHIP
(Name of Award/Stewardship),(Award Category),(Awarding Institution),(Year Awarded),(Type of Award)
  • Malaysia Technology Expo 2023, Exhibition/Invention, Protemp Exhibitions Sdn Bhd, 2023 (Bronze)
  • Invention, Innovation & Design on e-Learning (IIDEL) Competition, International University Carnival on E-Learning (IUCEL) 2022, Competition, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), 2022 (SIlver medal)
  • Research & Innovation Technology Competition, Competition, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn (UTHM), 2021 (Silver)
  • 7th INTERNATIONAL EUREKA INNOVATION EXHIBITION 2021, Exhibition/Invention, Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), 2021 (Silver)
  • The Virtual International e-Content Development Competition 2021_MOOC, Competition, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UITM), 2021 (Bronze)
  • The Virtual International e-Content Development Competition 2021 (CODE - The New Normal Design Thinking Framework), Competition, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UITM), 2021 (Gold)
  • Innovation Competition & Exhibition (InCex21), Competition, Kolej Komuniti Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi Malaysia, 2021 (Gold)
  • 4th Advanced Innovation & Engineering Exhibition, Exhibition/Invention, Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP), 2021 (Silver)
  • International Invention & Innovation Competition, Exhibition/Invention, Mediate Nexus and Nurture a Fast Network (MNNF), 2021 (Silver)
  • International Invention & Innovation Competition, Exhibition/Invention, Mediate Nexus and Nurture a Fast Network (MNNF), 2021 (Silver)
  • International Innovation Invention Creation Exhibition (IIICE) 2019, Exhibition/Invention, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UITM), 2019 (Bronze award)
COURSE ATTENDED
(Course Title),(Course Mode),(Date/Duration),(Level)
  • e-Repository Training (SoE only), Research, 01/06/2017 to 01/06/2017
  • Presidential Address by President of IMeche (SoE), Research, 07/02/2017 to 07/02/2017
  • PRO II Simulation Training (SoE only), Research, 14/01/2017 to 15/01/2017