Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Research opportunities for potential research students are available within UTAR, specifically under the Centre of Photonics and Advanced Materials Research (CPAMR). The list below shows a numerous and diverse list of the research projects our centre researchers are undertaking. Interested applicants may contact the respective researchers to discuss about the research opportunity and information on admission. (Latest update: Friday, July 14, 2023)


Principal Investigator
 Project Information
 Details
Dr. Kuan Seng How

























Ts. Dr. Pua Chang Hong



























Ir. Dr. Chong Woon Chan

























Dr. Steven Lim


























Dr. Hadi Guna




























Dr. Ng Law Yong
























Ir. Dr. Ng Tan Ching


























Dr. Ng Chai Yan















Title: Determination of iron reduction mechanism of silicate mineral by bacteria using surface, structural and chemical characterization with linkage to transcriptome analysis

Note:
Application still open - deadline is extended beyond 9 Aug 2023!

















Title: Exploration of the abnormal acoustic signal extraction from chaos laser dynamics output under noisy condition for railway health analysis

Education Level:
  1. Bachelor's degree in a Physics/Engineering field
  2. Good communication skills in English (both written and spoken)
Job Description:
  1. Need a fulltime Master of Engineering Science Student, to,-
  2. Analyze the effect of the Gravity energy storage system in enhancing a hybrid power system using simulation 
  3. Analyze the Econo-environmental impact of Gravity energy storage system in Malaysian hybrid power system using simulation
Stipend: RM2,000

Note: If you are interested, please contact Ts. Dr. Pua Chang Hong via email at puach@utar.edu.my




Title: Interaction between hydrogel and functionalised carbon dots for polymeric membrane with water responsive self-healing properties

Education Level:
  1. Proficient in English, Highly self-discipline and passionate in research
Job Description:
  1. Need a fulltime Master of Engineering Science Student, to,-
  2. Identify self-healing materials for membrane fabrication. 
  3. Fabricate water responsive membrane with self-healing properties for different extent of damage. 
  4. Investigate effect of functionalized carbon dots on membrane self-healing, permeability and rejection performance.
Stipend: RM2,000

Note:  If you are interested, please contact Ir Dr Chong Woon Chan at chongwchan@utar.edu.my


Title: Investigation of organosolv hydrothermal processing for high- moisture solid sludge after wastewater treatment process from rubber glove industry for enhanced product reutilisation

Education Level:
  1. Bachelor in Chemical Engineering or related field
Job Description:
  1. Need a fulltime Master of Engineering Science Student, to,- 
  2. Conduct the experiment for sludge treatment
Stipend: RM2,000

Note:  If you are interested, please contact Dr. Steven Lim at stevenlim@utar.edu.my









Title: Investigation of Spiropyran-based Polymer Optical Fiber Coupler for Water Quality Monitoring Sensor

Education Level:
  1. Bachelor's degree in a related field (Electrical, Electronics and Telecommunication) 
  2. Have commitment and passion toward research with ability to produce research output. 
  3. Having own transport and laptop.
Job Description:
  1. Need a fulltime Master of Engineering Science Student, to,- 
  2. Carry out research activities in line with the research project aims 
  3. Manage research data and developing data analysis processes 
  4. Produce research reports and other written material Presenting research findings at conferences and other events (if necessary) 
  5. Carry out literature searches and reviews
Stipend: RM2,000

Note:  If you are interested, please contact Dr Hadi Guna at hadiguna@utar.edu.my


Title: Investigation of the hydrodynamic radii and diffusivities of solute molecules in polyimide membrane fabricated using green solvent system

Education Level:
  1. Master
Job Description:
  1. Chemical Engineering/Chemistry/Material Science background is preferable
  2. to assist in conducting research works in the laboratory
Stipend: RM2,000

Note:  If you are interested, please contact Dr. Ng Law Yong at lyng@utar.edu.my








Title: Determination of Strategic Framework to Elucidate the Adoption of Industry 4.0 Information and Digital Technologies based on Lean Manufacturing

Education Level:
  1. Bachelor Degree in Engineering
Job Description:
  1. Need a fulltime Master of Engineering Science Student, to do,- 
  2. Data collection, data analysis, report writing, and publication
Stipend: RM2,000

Note:  If you are interested, please contact Dr. Ng Tan Ching at ngtc@utar.edu.my or Mr. Cheong Wen Chiat at cheongwc@utar.edu.my








Title: Thermal stability enhancement of methylammonium lead iodide film by incorporating additives for perovskite solar cell application

Education Level:
  1. Bachelor's degree in the area of engineering or science
Job Description: Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have recently garnered significant attention due to their excellent power conversion efficiency and low fabrication cost. This work aims to improve the thermal stability of perovskite methylammonium lead iodide (MAPbI3) film by incorporating additives. The thermal stability enhanced perovskite film will be a big advantage in pushing PSCs toward commercialization.

Stipend: RM2,000

Note:  If you are interested, please contact Dr. Ng Chai Yan at ngchaiyan@utar.edu.my