HIGHWAY TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH GROUP (HTRG)

Members:
(i) Dr. Intan Suhana Mohd Razelan
(ii) Prof. Ts. Dr Othman Che Puan
(iii) Assoc. Prof. Ir. Adnan Zulkiple
(iv) Ir. Dr. Azhani Zukri
(v) Assoc. Prof. Dr Ramadhansyah Putra Jaya
(vi) Assoc. Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Khairil Azman Masri
(vii) Dr. Nur Fahriza Mohd Ali
(viii) Ts. Azlina Hj. Ismail

The Highway and Transportation Research Group (HTRG) was established in 2023. We specialize in highway and transportation that consists of design and construction of highway, advanced pavement design, innovative pavement materials, geotechnical, traffic and transportation as well as logistics.

Research Focus:

• Highway Engineering
• Transportation Engineering
• Traffic Engineering
• Pavement Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Innovative Pavement Materials
• Logistics

MATERIALS FOR ENERGY & SUSTAINABILITY (MAT-ESG)

Members:
i. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Azrina Abd Aziz
ii. Ts. Dr. Mohd Nasrullah Zulkifli
iii. Dr. Noor Yahida Yahya
iv. Dr. Nurashikin Yaacof
v. Ts. Dr. Rahimah Embong
vi. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nadzirah Mohd Mokhtar
vii. Ts. Dr. Fatin Zafirah Mansur

The Materials for Energy & Sustainability focus research group was established in 2023. We specialize in environmental/ sustainability control through materials fabricated from different synthesis to impart a desired functionality.

Research Focus:

• Nano metal catalyst for biogas production

• Bio catalyst for biogas production

• Adsorbent for wastewater treatment

• Coagulant/ flocculant for wastewater treatment

• Heterogenous catalyst for biodiesel production

• Carbon based material for biogas/ biodiesel production

• Adsorbent for odor management and assessment

• Biomass for construction materials

• Pozzolana

• Photocatalyst for wastewater treatment/ hydrogen evolution

• Photocatalyst for carbon capture/ methanation

• Membrane material development

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY RESEARCH GROUP (CIRG)

Members:
i) Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Abdul Rahimi Abdul Rahman (BIM modeling)
ii) Dr. Liyana Mohamed Yusof (Build environment)
iii) Ts. Dr. Lee Yong Siang (Circular economy)
iv) Dr. Noor Suraya Romali (Water resources management)
v) Dr. Nurhaizan Mohd Zainudin (Contract management)
vi) Ts. Dr. Mohammad Adam Adman (Occupational Safety and Health)
vii) Ts. Dr. Ahmad Rizal Alias (Project scheduling)

The Construction Industry Research Group, founded in 2024, is dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation within the construction industry. Our expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of critical areas, including Project Management, Decision Making, the Built Environment, Circular and Sustainable Practices, Resource Management, Health, Safety, and Well-being, Life Cycle Assessment, Advanced Construction Technologies, and Green Building initiatives. With a multidisciplinary approach, we strive to contribute to the evolution of a more sustainable, efficient, and resilient construction sector through cutting-edge research and collaborative efforts.

Research Focus:

•Project Management
• Decision Making
• Built Environment
• Circular and Sustainable Practices
• Resource Management
• Health, Safety, and Well-being
• Life Cycle Assessment
• Advanced Construction Technologies
• Green Building

EARTQUAKE AND STRUCTURAL STABILITY (EASY)

Members:
i) Ts. Dr. Mohd Irwan Adiyanto
ii) Dr. Nurfarhana Diyana Abdul Hadi
iii) Gs. Dr. Syarifuddin Misbari
iv) Assoc. Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Noor Sheena Herayani Harith (External Member)
v) Ts. Dr. Sk Muiz Sk Abdul Razak (External Member)

The Earthquake and Structural Stability research team (EASY) was established in 2025. The team focuses on research related to earthquake disasters and structural stability. In addition to their research activities, EASY is dedicated to public education, conducting webinars and sharing information through social media platforms such as Facebook. The team is also actively involved in disaster preparedness efforts, including earthquake awareness and safety tours as part of their community engagement initiatives.

Research Focus:

• Seismic Performance Analysis
• Rapid Visual Screening
• Seismic Vulnerability Map
• Seismic Design and Retrofitting
• Performance Point & Fragility Curve
• Earthquake-Resistant Structure

SUSTAINABLE SOIL IMPROVEMENT AND GEOTECHNOLOGY RESEARCH GROUP (SUGER)

Members:
(i) Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Muzamir Hassan
(ii) Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Mohd Yuhyi Mohd Tadza
(iii) Ir. Ts. Dr. Youventharan A/L Duraisamy
(iv) Ir. Dr. Azhani Zukri
(v) Ts. Dr. Nurmunira Muhammad @ Atan
(vi) Ts. Dr. Muhammad Syamsul Imran Zaini
(vii) Dr. Norhaliza Wahab
(viii) Dr. Amizatulhani Abdullah

The Sustainable Soil Improvement and Geotechnology Research Group (SUGER) was established in 2025 as one of the research focus groups in Faculty if Civil Engineering, Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah. Our members possess strong academic qualifications and extensive professional experience. Individually, we bring diverse expertise spanning various aspects of soil and geotechnical engineering. As a team, we are committed to advancing knowledge, contributing meaningful research and serving the community for the betterment of society.

Research Focus:

• Soil Investigation
• Soft and Problematic Soil
• Peat and Organic Soil
• Liquefaction
• Ground Settlement
• Slope Stability
• Ground Improvement
• Soil Stabilization
• Geoenvironmental Technology