Curriculum Vitae

PERSONAL DETAILS

Dr Chan Sook Wah


ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
(Role),(Level),(Duration)
  • Member, Hub of Food Sustainability and Innovation, Food Security & Nutrition Impact Lab, Taylor's University, 27/02/2023 to present
  • Certified Mentor of First-Year Learning and Mentoring (FLAME) , School of Biosciences, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor's University, 01/03/2021 to present
  • Global Exchange Professor, Far Eastern University, Philippines, 01/01/2024 to present
  • SBS Club Co-Advisor, School of Biosciences, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor s University, 01/01/2016 to 31/12/2017
  • Leader of Food Product Development Camp, School of Biosciences, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor s University, 01/01/2016 to 31/12/2016
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
(Qualification),(Institution)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Food Technology), UNIVERSITI PUTRA MALAYSIA, Malaysia
  • Bachelor of Science (Hons) Food Science & Nutrition, UCSI UNIVERSITY, Malaysia
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
(Organisation),(Role),(Duration),(Level)
  • Malaysia Board of Technologies, Graduate Member, Since 2023 (National)
  • Malaysian Institute of Food Technologist , Annual Member, 2014 to 2023 (National)
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
(Area)
  • Food Product Development (Plant-based foods, insect-based products, functional foods, mushroom products, natural colorants)
  • Agricultural Science (Valorization of agricultural by-products, agarwood, natural plants)
  • Food Analysis (Proximate composition, nutritional analysis, antioxidant analysis, biological activity )
TEACHING
(Course Title),(Level of Study),(Institution),(Month/Year)
  • Industrial Attachment, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2020)
  • Food Chemistry, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2017)
  • Food Preservation, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2017)
  • Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (08/2016)
  • Seminars in Food Science and Nutrition , Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2015)
  • Community Service Initiative, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (01/2015)
  • Food Processing, Bachelor Degree, Taylor's University (03/2014)
PUBLICATIONS
(Title of publication in APA style)
Article in Journals
2024
  • Sun, G.C., Luo, X.Q., Lin, D., He, L., Chan, S.W., Li, X.X., Jia, H.F., Zhu, N. (2024). Analysis of Impact of Different Parts of Beef on the Quality and Volatile Aroma Components of Boletus Beef Sauce Based on GC-MS. Science and Technology of Food Industry (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
2023
  • Chan, S.W., Han, C.E., Tan, C. P., Khor, Y. P., Lou, Z.X. (2023). Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction of Pectin From Jackfruit (Artocarpus Heterophyllus) Rags: Optimization, Characterization, and Application in Model Food Gel. Current Research in Nutrition and Food Science. 11(3). (ISI-Indexed)
     
  • Chloe Wong, Z.-E., Teoh, M.L., Chan, S.W., Nallammai, S., Wendy Teoh, M-Y., John B. (2023). Chlorella across latitudes: investigating biochemical composition and antioxidant activities for biotechnological applications. Advances in Polar Science. 34(4): 340-351 https://doi.org/10.12429/j.advps.2023.0028 (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
  • Lim, W.Q., Singaram, N., Chan S.W. (2023). Knowledge, attitudes and practices toward mushrooms as food and food supplements among Klang Valley, Malaysia residents. Food Research. 7(Suppl. 4), 77 - 83. (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
2022
  • Cheng, K.M., Leong, K.N., Chan, S.W. (2022). Cricket as an alternative source of protein in the development of nutritious baked chips, Food Research. 6(Supp. 2), 74-82. (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
  • Lau, K.Q., Mohd Redzwan, S., Siti, R.S. Chan, S.W. (2022). Incorporation of sugarcane bagasse in the development of high dietary fibre noodles, International Journal of Food Science and Technology. (ISI-Indexed)
     
  • Lin, D., Xu., C.J., Liu, Y., Zhou, Y., Xiong, S.L., Wu, H.C., Deng, J., Yi, Y.W., Qiao, M.F., Xiao, H., Chan S.W., Lu, Yi. (2022). Chemical Structures and Antioxidant Activities of Polysaccharides from Carthamus tinctorius L., Polymers. 14(17): 3510. (ISI-Indexed)
     
2017
  • Kho, S.L., Chan, S.W. (2017), Antioxidant and antibacterial activity of Acorus calamus. L leaf and rhizome extracts, Jurnal Gizi Klinik Indonesia. 13(4), 144-158. (ERA Indexed)
     
  • Low Pinn Yee, Tan Chin Ping, Lim Pek Kui, Chan Sook Wah (2017). Application of red pitaya powder as a natural food colourant in fruit pastille. Jurnal Gizi Klinik Indonesia 13(3): 111-120. (ERA Indexed)
     
2016
  • Chan, S.W., Mirhosseini, H., Farah, S.T., Tan, C.L., Imededdine, A. N., Tan, C.P. (2016). Emulsion formulation optimization and characterization of spray-dried κ-carrageenan microparticles for the encapsulation of CoQ10. Food Science and Biotechnology. 25(S), 53-62. (SCOPUS-Indexed)
     
2013
  • Chan, S.W., Mirhosseini, H., Farah, S.T., Tan, C.L., Tan, C.P. (2013). Stability of CoQ10-loaded oil-in-water (O/W) emulsion: Effect of carrier oil and emulsifier type. Food Biophysics. 8(4), 273-281. (ISI-Indexed)
     
  • Chan, S.W., Mirhosseini, H., Farah, S.T., Tan, C.L., Tan, C.P. (2013). Comparative study on the physicochemical properties of κ-carrageenan extracted from Kappaphycus alvarezii (doty) doty ex Silva in Tawau, Sabah, Malaysia and commercial κ-carrageenans. Food Hydrocolloids. 30(2), 581-588. (ISI-Indexed)
     
2009
  • Chan, S.W., Lee, C.Y., Yap, C.F., Wan Aida, W.M., Ho, C.W. (2009). Optimisation of extraction conditions for phenolic compounds from limau purut (Citrus hystrix) peels. International Food Research Journal 16(2), 203-213. (ISI-Indexed)
     
  • Yap, C.F. , Ho, C.W., Chan, S.W., Lee, C.Y. , Leong, Y.P., Wan Aida, WM. Optimization of Extraction Conditions of Total Phenolic Compounds from Star Fruit (Averrhoa carambola L.) Residues, Sains Malaysiana. 38(4), 511-520. (ISI-Indexed)
     
Article in Proceeding
2012
  • Chan, S. W. and Tan, C. P., 2012. Characterization of CoQ10-loaded κ-carrageenan microcapsules prepared using spray drying. Abstracts of International Conference on Halal Gums 2012, P04. (ERA Indexed)
2011
  • S. W. Chan, S. H. Mirhosseini, S. T. Farah, and C. P. Tan, 2011. Comparative study on physical properties of κ-carrageenan extracted from Eucheuma cottonii in Tawau, Sabah and commercial κ-carrageenan. Abstracts of Universiti Malaysia Terengganu 10th International Anual Symposium (UMTAS 2011), LSP 18. (ERA Indexed)
     
2008
  • Chan, S. W. and Ho, C. W., 2008. Optimization of extraction conditions for phenolic antioxidants from the peels of limau purut (Citrus hystrix). Abstracts of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Conference (MAPS 2008), FRIM, pg. 13. (ERA Indexed)
RESEARCH PROJECT
(Project title),(Role),(Duration),(Level)
  • Black soldier fly (BSF, Hermetia illucens) larvae oil as an alternative fat source for sustainable food: Consumer behavior, physicochemical properties, and sensory profile , Project Leader, 2023 to 2025 (Taylor's University)
  • Incorporation of palm-mixed carotene as natural colorant in food model system, Project Leader, 2022 (Private)
  • Selective recovery of amylase from Pitaya (Hylocereus polyrhizus) peels by using alcohol-salt aqueous two-phase system (ATPS), Co-researcher, 2017 to 2018 (Taylor's University)
  • Optimization of pectin extraction from jackfruit rags and its application in food model system, Project Leader, 2017 to 2019 (Taylor's University)
  • Ready-to-eat-meal, Project Leader, 2017 to 2018 (Private)
  • Application of red pitaya (Hylocereus polyrhizus) powder as a natural functional colorant in the food model system, Project Leader, 2015 to 2016 (Taylor's University)
  • Application of Edible Coating for Shelf life Extension and Quality Retention of Pre-packaged Fresh-cut Mixed Fruits for Ready-to-blend Fruit Smoothie, Co-researcher, 2015 to 2016 (Taylor's University)
  • Purification and characterization of charantin from Momordica charantia L. and its antidiabetic effects on alloxan-induced diabetic rats, Project Leader, 2015 to 2018 (National)
CONSULTANCY PROJECT
(Project title),(Organisation),(Duration),(Role),(Level)
  • Formulating flavored children's yoghurt using goats milk , Lurainam Sdn. Bhd. , 16/01/2023 to 31/03/2023, Advisor (Private/Industrial Sector)
  • Development of low fat low calories ice cream, Jolly Ice Cream, 01/12/2022 to 28/02/2023, Advisor (Private/Industrial Sector)
  • Explore the consumer's knowledge, attitude and practice of consuming rabbit meat as a breakfast alternative among consumers in Klang Valley, Selangor., Lurainam Sdn. Bhd., 01/10/2022 to 31/12/2022, Consultant  (Private/Industrial Sector)
  • Ready-to-eat meal, Lioco Berhad, 01/12/2017 to 15/01/2018, Consultant  (Private/Industrial Sector)
SUPERVISION
(Title of Thesis),(Name of Candidates),(Academic Level),(Role)
COMPLETED
  • Incorporation of sugarcane bagasse in the development of noodles, LAU KE QI, Master by Research  (Co-supervisor (External))
  • EVALUATION OF BITTER MELON JELLY DRINK: FORMULATION, SENSORY AND STABILITY STUDIES, HEMLATHA A/P NAGAPPAN  (Main Supervisor)
  • INTEGRATION OF REAL TIME CONTINUOUS GLUCOSE MONITORING (RT-CGM) INTO A LOW GLYCAEMIC INDEX AND GLYCAEMIC LOAD DIETARY INTERVENTION FOR OVERWEIGHT & OBESE YOUNG ADULTS, KHADIDJA CHEKIMA  (Main Supervisor)
  • OPITIMIZED SONICATION AND INULIN INDUCED MODIFICATION OF RICE PHYSICOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES AND STARCH DIGESTIBILITY ON SATIATION, PAU CHEE HO  (Co-supervisor (Internal))
ONGOING
  • PAU CHEE HO, Master by Research  (Co-supervisor (Internal))
  • OH JIA HUI  (Main Supervisor)
  • LIN DAN  (Main Supervisor)
  • HE LIAN  (Main Supervisor)
  • WANG XIN  (Main Supervisor)
  • MASA NAZIYAH SHABAN  (Co-supervisor (Internal))
  • CHEN LU  (Main Supervisor)
PRESENTATION
(Title),(Event),(Date Presented),(Organiser),(Level)
ORAL PRESENTER
  • Ultrasound-assisted extraction and characterization of pectin from jackfruit (artocarpus heterophyllus) wastes, Asean Food Conference 2023, 24/10/2023 to 27/11/2023, Malaysian Institute of Food Technology (International)
  • Development and quality evaluation of asam laksa-flavored mushroom snacks prepared by air frying, The 6th International Conference on Agricultural and Food Engineering (CAFEi2023) , 15/08/2023 to 17/08/2023, Universiti Putra Malaysia (International)
  • Utilization of jackfruit rag in the development of high fiber sandwich cookies , 16th Asean Food Conference 2019, 15/10/2019 to 18/10/2019, Indonesian Association of Food Technologists (International)
  • Utilization of cassava leaves in the development of nutritious snack as a source of calcium, The 15th Asean Food Conference 2017, 14/11/2017 to 17/11/2017, Vietnam Institute of Agricultural Engineering & Postharvest Technology (VIAEP) & Vietnam Association of Food Science and Technology  (International)
POSTER PRESENTER
  • Physical Profile and Antioxidant Activity of Kombucha Derived from Kynam Agarwood (Aquilaria sinensis) Tea, HYPER INTERDISCIPLINARY CONFERENCE in Malaysia 2024, 24/02/2024 to 24/02/2024, Leave a Nest Malaysia (International)
  • Cricket as An Alternative Source of Protein In The Development of Nutritious Baked Chips, Virtual National Food Technology Seminar (NFTS) 2020, 09/03/2021 to 10/03/2021, MARDI (National)
  • Comparative study of red pitaya natural colorant prepared via spray drying and freeze drying technique, 7th International Symposium on Wellness, Healthy Lifestyle and Nutrition , 03/11/2016 to 04/11/2016, Department of Nutrition & Health, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Gadjah Mada & HIMAGIKAFaculty of Medicine, Universitas Gadjah Mada (International)
  • Characterization of CoQ10-loaded -carrageenan microcapsules prepared using spray drying, International Conference on Halal Gums 2012, 05/12/2012 to 07/12/2012, UKM, MANIS, HALGUMS Sdn. Bhd., USM, MOA, Department of Fisheries Malaysia, Laras Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd. (National)
  • Comparative study on physical properties of -carrageenan extracted from Eucheuma cottonii in Tawau, Sabah and commercial -carrageenan, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu 10th International Anual Symposium (UMTAS 2011), 11/07/2011 to 13/07/2011, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (National)
OTHERS
  • Education for Sustainability: Addressing Sustainable Development Goals hrough Project -Based Learning Approach, 2nd International Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (ICSDG 2019), 30/07/2019 to 31/07/2019, South East Asia Sustainability Network (SEASN), Universiti Sains Malaysia (International)
AWARDS AND STEWARDSHIP
(Name of Award/Stewardship),(Award Category),(Awarding Institution),(Year Awarded),(Type of Award)
  • Silver Award in International University Carnival on E-Learning (IUCEL) 2023, Competition, Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP), 2023 (Silver Award)
  • Silver Award in International E-Content Development Competition 2023 (e-Condev 2023) , Competition, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UITM), 2023 (Silver Award)
  • Gold Award in Best Social Innovation Project, INNOFEST 2023, Exhibition/Invention, Taylor's University, 2023 (Gold Award)
  • Gold Award in Best Framework Concept, INNOFEST 2023, Exhibition/Invention, Taylor's University, 2023 (Gold Award)
  • Gold Award in Best Booth Representation, INNOFEST 2023, Exhibition/Invention, Taylor's University, 2023 (Gold Award)
  • Silver Award in Best Social Impact, INNOFEST 2023, Exhibition/Invention, Taylor's University, 2023 (Silver Award)
  • Bronze Award in Best Framework Concept, INNOFEST 2023, Exhibition/Invention, Taylor's University, 2023 (Bronze Award)
  • 34th International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition (ITEX'23), Malaysia , Exhibition/Invention, Malaysian Invention and Design Society (MINDS), 2023 (Silver Award)
  • 1st Prize in Food Product Development (FPD) Presentation, Competition, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UITM), 2022 (Best Presentation)
  • The Virtual International e-Content Development Competition 2021 Gold Award, Competition, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UITM), 2021 (Gold Award)
  • IUCEL 2021 Silver Award (IIDEL Category), Competition, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), 2021 (Leading Innovation Towards Digitalized Category (IIDEL Category))
  • IFTSA Developing Solutions for Developing Countries Product Development Competition Third Prize, Competition, Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), 2019 (Food Product Development Award)
  • Innovative Food Product Development by MIFT 2019 (Champion), Competition, Malaysian Institute of Food Technology (MIFT), 2019 (Food Product Development)
  • Anugerah Khas Menteri Pendidikan Malaysia: Rekabentuk Kurikulum dan Penyampaian Inovatif Tahun 2018 (AKRI 2018) Naib Johan, Education, Ministry of Higher Education, 2018 (Naib Johan in Pengalaman Pembelajaran Imersif Bersemuka)
  • International University Carnival on E-Learning Bronze Award, Education, International Islamic University of Malaysia, 2018 (Bronze Award)
  • Pecipta' 17 Bronze Award, Competition, Ministry of Higher Education, 2017 (Invention)
  • National Food Innovation & Product Development 2016 (NFIPD 2016) Silver Award, Competition, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UITM), 2016 (Food Product Development Competition)
CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY
(Contribution to Society),(Duration),(Level)
  • Visitation to Ti-Ratana Welfare Society , 14/02/2014 to 14/02/2014 (Community)
COURSE ATTENDED
(Course Title),(Course Mode),(Date/Duration),(Level)
  • Symposium: Development of Mushrooms as Sustainable Superfoods of the Future 2020 (DoMaSSoF22), Research, 10/12/2022 to 10/12/2022 (International)
  • 12th MIFT Food Science and Technology Seminar 2021, Research, 04/08/2021 to 05/08/2021 (National)
  • National Food Technology Seminar (NFTS) 2020, Research, 09/03/2021 to 10/03/2021 (National)
  • 16th Asean Food Conference (AFC 2019), Research, 15/10/2019 to 18/10/2019 (International)
  • Taylor s Curriculum Framework (TCF) Module Alignment Workshop, Research, 21/11/2018 to 22/11/2018 (University)
  • Asean Food Conference Vietnam 2017, Research, 14/11/2017 to 17/11/2017 (International)
  • 10th MIFT Food Science and Technology Seminar 2017, Research, 17/03/2017 to 18/03/2017