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Prof. Ir. Dr. Yong Wai Fen and Team Publish in Advanced Membranes
The Research and Postgraduate Centre congratulates Chemical Engineering students, Weng Ying, Peng Hao Yi, and Lau Hui Shen, and their supervisor, Prof. Ir. Dr. Yong Wai Fen from the School of Energy and Chemical Engineering and Centre of Excellence for Green and Advanced Technologies in Efficient Separations (GATES) on their recent publication of a research article in Advanced Membranes, an ESCI Q1 journal with the latest Impact Factor of 12.6.Weng Ying and Peng Hao Yi are co-first authors of the article together with Dr. Feng Fan from the National University of Singapore (NUS). Weng Ying completed her Final Year Project (FYP) and graduated with a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering with Honours in August 2024, while Peng Hao Yi and Lau Hui Shen are postgraduate students currently pursuing their PhD in Chemical Engineering under the supervision of Prof. Yong Wai Fen. This work is the results of an international and interinstitutional collaboration involving Dr. Feng Fan and Dr. Liang Can Zeng from NUS, alongside Dr. Mohamad Rezi Abdul Hamid from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM).The research, entitled “Engineering fractional free volume in cross-linked MOF-polyimide membranes for gas separation”, reports a facile mixed matrix membrane (MMM), incorporating Christian-Albrechts-Universität (CAU-10-H) Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) within 4,4′-(hexafluoroisopropylidene) diphthalic anhydride (6FDA)-durene synthesized using green methods. A small loading of CAU-10-H increased the CO2 permeability by 98.8% (e.g., from 501 to 996 barrer), with only a slight decrease in CO2/N2 selectivity. The optimized 6FDA-durene/CAU-10-H MMM at 3 wt% filler loading cross-linked with ethylenediamine (EDA) for 2 hours demonstrated high CO2 plasticization resistance up to 30 bar, while exhibiting good gas separation performance (e.g., H2 permeability and H2/CO2 selectivity of 34 barrer and 8.5, respectively), surpassing the 2008 Robeson upper bound. Graphical abstract of the work published. The full article is available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.advmem.2026.100266.This work was financially supported by Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia under the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) (Grant No. FRGS/1/2025/TK-05/XMU/01/1), State Key Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces (PCOSS), Xiamen University (Grant No. 2024X32), and Xiamen University Malaysia Research Fund (Grant Nos. XMUMRF/2024-C14/IENG/0073, XMUMRF/2026-C17/IENG/0088 and ICOE/0033).Prof. Yong Wai Fen is currently a Professor and Head of Postgraduate Programmes (Chemical Engineering) at the School of Energy and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University Malaysia, and Director of the Centre of Excellence for Green and Advanced Technologies in Efficient Separations (GATES). Her research focuses on sustainable green materials and advanced membrane and separation technologies for CO2 capture, biogas separation, industrial air purification, and water purification.For more details, refer to: https://sites.google.com/view/wfyongmembraneresearch/home
Dr. Yang Chia Yen Recognised as 2025 Reviewer of the Year by the Journal of Consumer Behaviour
The Research and Postgraduate Centre congratulates Asst. Prof. Dr. Yang Chia Yen from the School of Economics and Management for being awarded the 2025 Reviewer of the Year by the Journal of Consumer Behaviour (JCB). The selection is based on a systematic appraisal of key performance metrics and a multi-stage review by the editorial leadership team. JCB is a SSCI Q1 journal with the latest impact factor of 7.0 and is ranked A in the Australian Business Deans Council (ABDC) Journal Quality List. By publishing peer-reviewed theoretical and empirical studies, the JCB advances the academic disciplines of consumer behaviour and consumer consumption.Dr. Yang has contributed as a reviewer for JCB since September 2022. Commenting on the recognition, she said, “This recognition reminds us that constructive, high-quality reviews are instrumental in advancing knowledge and supporting the academic community.”“The peer-review process does not just help authors improve their work; it is a two-way process that also allows reviewers to stay updated on the latest advancements in knowledge,” she further commented.Source: Journal of Consumer Behaviour (https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/page/journal/14791838/homepage/reviewer…)Dr. Yang Chia Yen obtained her PhD in Marketing from Monash University. She is an Assistant Professor and the Head of Programme for the Hospitality Management (HMT) at the School of Economics and Management, Xiamen University Malaysia. Her expertise centres on consumer behaviour, services marketing, sustainable marketing, and digital business. She recently received a competitive research grant from The Sumitomo Foundation, Japan to study Japanese cultural influence.
XMUM Teams Achieve One Gold and Two Silver Awards at SynBio Challenges 2026
The Suntar-CAMS Sustainability Research Laboratory (SCSRL) teams from Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) achieved an outstanding result at SynBio Challenges 2026, securing one Gold Award and two Silver Awards across three different competition tracks.The competition was held from 21 to 23 August 2026 at Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology (SUAT), attracting 512 teams and 3,849 innovators from nine countries.The SCSRL teams achieved the following awards:Gold Award — Protein Design TrackTeam members: Xiong Yuchen, Yosef Kristian Tirta, Bai Jianing, Tham Fu Quan, Sim Jia Chen, Kam Xiu Wei Silver Award — Regular Track: WhiteTeam members: Chow Shi Yin, Vivian Foong Chee Yan, Christal Winona Clyde, Ong Yi Xiang Silver Award — Industry Track: Anhui Huaheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (AHB) Challenge 1Team members: Christal Winona Clyde, Ong Yi Xiang, Chow Shi Yin, Vivian Foong Chee YanCompeting across different tracks, the teams demonstrated a diverse range of approaches in synthetic biology, spanning protein design, genetic engineering, and industrial biotechnology. These achievements were made possible with the support of Suntar International Group through the Suntar-CAMS Sustainability Research Laboratory (SCSRL) at Xiamen University Malaysia, together with the valuable guidance and mentorship of Prof. Dr. Yeap Swee Keong and Dr. Steven Aw Yoong Kit.
Public Space Operation Time During Semester Break (Degree)
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R/V Tan Kah Kee Port Klang Open Day
Image Xiamen University's prestigious research vessel, the R/V Tan Kah Kee, will be docking at Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT) this August.This is a unique opportunity to explore a state-of-the-art oceanographic research vessel, and we warmly invite everyone to join our FREE guided tours.Registration InformationFor participants who wish to take the complimentary bus between XMUM and PKCT, please sign in using your XMUM staff/student ID when making your reservation.Bus transportation is available only for the following two sessions (limited seats):16 August, 10:00 AM16 August, 2:00 PM17 August, 10:00 AM17 August, 2:00 PMIf you plan to drive to PKCT on your own or wish to join any other available tour session, please register using your personal email address and select PUBLIC during registration.Registration Link: https://events.xmu.edu.my/tkkrv/port-klang/Registration deadline: 13th August 2026, 12 PM About the R/V Tan Kah KeeThe R/V Tan Kah Kee is a global-class, 3,600-ton oceanographic research vessel equipped with cutting-edge marine science exploration technology. Known as the "Marine Campus of Xiamen University," it supports real-time observations and on-site scientific research across multiple disciplines, including hydrology, chemistry, biology, geology, geophysics, and atmospheric science.Spaces are limited, so register early to secure your preferred session.
The 22nd Cross-Strait “University Campus” Academic Symposium
研讨会简介About the Symposium海峡两岸“大学的校园”学术研讨会于 2001 年 12 月 6 日由北京大学发展规划部联合台湾沈祖海建筑文教基金会首次举办,旨在庆贺侯仁之院士九十华诞并开启两岸学术对话。二十余年来,研讨会秉持“校园承载大学精神、空间映照教育理念”的核心宗旨,围绕大学校园规划、建筑设计、文化传承、教育空间、人文精神与城市发展等议题展开深入讨论,逐步发展成为两岸大学校园研究领域最具影响力与持续性的学术平台之一。历届研讨会先后由北京大学、厦门大学、湖南大学、西安建筑科技大学、深圳大学、天津大学、沈阳建筑大学等高校承办,汇聚了海峡两岸建筑学、城市规划、教育学、文化研究及校园管理等领域的专家学者。会议不仅关注大学校园的物质空间与规划设计,更强调大学精神、文化积累、社会责任与区域协同发展的深层价值,持续回应全球化、数字化、生态转型与城市更新背景下大学校园所面临的新挑战与新机遇。2026年海峡两岸“大学的校园”学术研讨会将于2026年11月在厦门大学马来西亚分校举办,由分校图书馆承办。本届会议以“跨文化・数字化・新演进:大学校园的传承,发展与创新”为主题,结合跨境高等教育发展与数字时代校园转型的全球趋势,重点探讨大学校园空间演进、跨文化共生、校城融合、知识服务及学习环境创新等议题。会议旨在进一步推动海峡两岸及国际高校之间的学术合作与经验共享,深化大学校园研究的人文关怀与国际视野,并为未来大学校园建设、知识传播与教育创新提供新的理论思考与实践路径。The Cross-Strait “University Campus” Academic Symposium was established on 6 December 2001 through a joint initiative by the Department of Development Planning of Peking University and the Shen Zuhai Architectural and Educational Foundation in Taiwan. Originally organized to celebrate the 90th birthday of Academician Hou Renzhi, the conference sought to initiate sustained academic dialogue across the Taiwan Strait with university campuses as its central concern. Over the past two decades, the conference has upheld the principle that campuses embody the spirit of universities, while spatial forms reflect educational philosophies. Through continuous discussions on campus planning, architectural design, cultural heritage, educational space, humanistic values, and urban development, it has gradually become one of the most influential and enduring academic platforms in the field of university campus studies across the Taiwan Strait. Previous editions of the conference have been hosted by leading institutions including Peking University, Xiamen University, Hunan University, Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology, Shenzhen University, Tianjin University, and Shenyang Jianzhu University. The conference has brought together scholars and professionals from the fields of architecture, urban planning, education, cultural studies, and campus administration. Beyond discussions of physical space and campus design, the conference has consistently emphasized broader concerns including university spirit, cultural continuity, social responsibility, and regional collaboration, while responding to emerging challenges and opportunities associated with globalization, digital transformation, ecological transition, and urban renewal. The 2026 Cross-Strait “University Campus” Academic Symposium will be held in November 2026 at Xiamen University Malaysia and hosted by the Xiamen University Malaysia Library. Under the theme “Cross-Cultural, Digitalization, and New Evolution: Heritage, Development and Innovation in University Campuses,” the conference will address global trends in cross-border higher education and digital-era campus transformation. Particular attention will be given to issues such as the evolution of campus spaces, intercultural coexistence, university–city integration, knowledge services, and innovation in learning environments. The conference aims to further strengthen academic collaboration and intellectual exchange among universities across the Taiwan Strait and beyond, deepen the humanistic and international dimensions of university campus studies, and contribute new theoretical insights and practical approaches to the future development of university campuses, knowledge dissemination, and educational innovation.会议主题与子议题Symposium Theme and Sub-themes主题:跨文化・数字化・新演进:大学校园的传承,发展与创新Theme: Cross-Cultural, Digitalization, and New Evolution: Heritage, Development and Innovation in University Campuses子议题:Sub-theme: (1) 数字时代:大学校园演进、变革与空间转型Digital Era: Evolution, Transformation, and Spatial Transition of University Campuses(2) 跨文化共生:跨境大学发展及区域贡献Intercultural Coexistence: The Development and Regional Contributions of Cross-Border Universities(3) 校城融合:大学空间边界、更新与遗产保护University–City Integration: Spatial Boundaries, Urban Renewal, and Heritage Conservation of University Campuses(4)知识服务:图书馆转型与校园学习环境创新Knowledge Services: Library Transformation and Innovation in Campus Learning Environments 主办单位与承办单位Organizer and co-host主办单位:海峡两岸“大学的校园”学术研讨会组委会Organizer: Organizing Committee of the Cross-Strait “University Campus” Academic Symposium承办单位:厦门大学马来西亚分校图书馆Co-host: Xiamen University Malaysia Library缴费方式: 请通过 https://epayment.xmu.edu.my/event-listing 完成缴费Payment via: https://epayment.xmu.edu.my/event-listing缴费时间: 2026年9月15日至2026年10月30日。Payment period: 15 September 2026 – 30 October 2026 Image


