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Professor Dr Nyam Kar Lin

Professor of Food Science & Technology

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Academic Qualifications

PhD Food Technology
BSc (Hons) Food Science and Technology

Areas of Interest
Lipids nanotechnology for food, supplement and skincare products
Microencapsulation technology and formulation (spray drying, complex coacervation, etc)
Fats and Oils Chemistry and Technology (Extraction, purification, refining, characterisation, analysis, etc)
Functional Food Development and Sensory Evaluation
Food analysis and frying technology
Professional Affiliation

AOAC 

Research

Research Grants

  1. Name of grant: MPOC grant
    Funder: MPOC
    Project Title: The influence of high-oleic oils during intermittent frying on the formation of acrylamide in foods.
    Duration: Feb 2022- July 2022
    Role: Principle Researcher
    Amount: RM84,800
    Status: On-going
  2. Name of grant: Fundamental Research Grant Scheme
    Funder: Ministry of Higher Education
    Project Title: Elucidation of the inhibition mechanism and release kinetics of nanoemulsified Polygonum minus Huds. essential oil for functional food packaging.
    Duration: 2020-2023
    Role: Co-Researcher
    Amount: RM172,800
    Status: On-going
  3. Name of grant: UCSI Research Excellence & Innovative Grant (REIG)
    Funder: UCSI University
    Project Title: Formation and mitigation of monochloropropandiol (MCPD) esters and glycidyl ester (GE) during microwave frying.
    Duration: 2020-2022
    Role: Principle Researcher
    Amount: RM47,000
    Status: On-going
  4. Name of grant: UCSI Research Excellence & Innovative Grant (REIG)
    Funder: UCSI University
    Project Title: Effects of Pandanus amaryllfolius and Zingiber officinale effect on Bacillus cereus and its application in the preservation of cooked rice
    Duration: 2020-2022
    Role: Co-Researcher
    Amount: RM40,100
    Status: On-going
  5. Name of grant: Fundamental Research Grant Scheme 
    Funder: Ministry of Higher Education
    Project Title: Bioactive plant seed oils coloaded with nanostructured lipid carriers for UV protection and antioxidant activity.  
    Duration: Jan 2019 - June 2021
    Role: Principal Researcher
    Amount: RM115,000
    Status: Completed
  6. Name of grant: UCSI University Pioneer Scientist Incentive Fund
    Funder: UCSI University
    Project Title: Microencapsulation of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) seed oil by spray drying.
    Duration: March 2017 - March 2019
    Role: Principal Researcher
    Amount: RM25,000
    Status: Completed
  7. Name of grant: UCSI University Pioneer Scientist Incentive Fund
    Funder: UCSI University
    Project Title: Development of edible film from flaxseed mucilage.
    Duration: Dec 2016 - Nov 2018
    Role: Principal Researcher
    Amount: RM25,000
    Status: Completed
  8. Name of grant: COMSTECH-TWAS Joint Research Grants Programme for Young Scientists in OIC Countries
    Funder: Italy
    Project Title: Production of Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) Seed Oils Nanoemulsions with Improved Bioavailability for Food Supplement.
    Duration: 2015 - 2017
    Role: Principal Researcher
    Amount: USD 9000
    Status: Completed

 

Current Research Project 

  1. Kenaf leaves extract co-loaded water-in-oil-in-water double emulsions with improved stability, bioaccessibility, and anti-cancer properties.
  2. Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using kenaf leaves extract (KLE) and development of skin care gel for acne vulgaris.
  3. Development and evaluation of a skin care lotion using the kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) leave extract (KLE) and kenaf seed oil (KSO)
  4. Application of kenaf seed oil-nanostructured lipid carriers in developing multifunctional photoprotective cosmetic formulation
  5. Bioactive plant seed oils coloaded with nanostructured lipid carriers for UV protection and antioxidant activity.
  6. Formation of acrylamide in fried food.
 

Publications

  1. Wei Ting Jess Ong, Kar Lin Nyam. Evaluation of silver nanoparticles in cosmeceutical and potential biosafety complications. Saudi Journal of Biological Science, in press (2022). (Impact factor: 4.219) (Tier 1)
  2. Kok Ming Goh, Se Wei Lee, Kar Lin Nyam. Antioxidant activities and polyphenol compounds of kenaf leaf tea infusion after in-vitro gastrointestinal digestion and consumer perception survey. Food Research, accepted.
  3. Yoon Kang Chong, Kar Lin Nyam. Effect of brewing time and temperature on the physical properties, antioxidant activities and sensory of the kenaf leaves tea. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 59 (2), 510-517 (2022). (Impact factor: 2.701) (Tier-3)
  4. Kok Ming Goh, Sze Yuan Ng, Kar Lin Nyam. The infusion of goji berries and red dates ameliorates the overall qualities of kenaf leaves tea. International Food Research Journal, 28(6), 1216-1222 (2021) (Impact factor: 1.014) (Tier 4).
  5. Kok Ming Goh, Soo San Low, Kar Lin Nyam. The changes of chemical composition of microencapsulated roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) seed oil by co- extrusion during accelerated storage. International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 56(12), 6649-6655. (2021) (Impact factor: 3.713) (Tier 2)
  6. Chee Chin Chu, Zafarizal Aldrin Bin Azizul Hasan, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. In vitro antiaging evaluation of sunscreen formulated from nanostructured lipid carrier and tocotrienol-rich fraction. Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 110(12), 3929-3936. (2021) (Impact factor: 3.534) (Tier 1)
  7. Chang, L.S., Lau, K.Q., Tan, C.P., Yusof, Y.A., Nyam, K.L., & *Pui, L.P. (2021). Production and physicochemical properties of ‘Kedondong’ (Spondias Cytherea Sonnerat) powder as affected by different drying methods. Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Technologia Alimentaria, in press.
  8. Zhu, L.Y., How, Y. H., Ghazali, H. M., Chang, L.S., Nyam, K.L., &* Pui, L.P. (2021). Effect of thermal treatments on the storage stability of Lactobacillus acidophilus La-14 tamarind juice with or without beta-glucans. Malaysian Journal of Microbiology, 17(4), 424-434 (2021).
  9. Kok Ming Goh, Yu Hua Wong, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. A summary of 2-, 3-MCPD esters and glycidyl ester occurrence during frying and baking processes. Current Research in Food Science, 4, 460-469 (2021).
  10. Sin Yi Chew, Swee Yong Teoh, Yan Yi Sim, Kar Lin Nyam. Optimization of ultrasonic extraction condition for maximal antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antityrosinase activity from Hibiscus cannabinus L. leaves by using the single factor experiment. Journal of Applied Research on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, 25(1):100321 DOI: 10.1016/j.jarmap.2021.100321 (2021). (Impact factor: 3.400) (Tier-2).
  11. Chee Chin Chu, Kar Lin Nyam. Application of seed oils and its bioactive compounds in sunscreen formulations. Journal of American Oil Chemists’ Society, 98(7), 713-726, DOI: 10.1002/aocs.12491 (2021). (Impact factor: 1.849) (Tier-3)
  12. Yan Yi Sim, Kar Lin Nyam. Application of Hibiscus cannabinus L. (kenaf) leaves extract as skin whitening and anti-aging agents in natural cosmetic prototype. Industrial Crops and Products, 167, 113491 (2021) (Impact factor: 5.645) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  13. Kok Ming Goh, Xin Yi Hong, Kar Lin Nyam. Influence of homogenization cycle on the thermal and storage stability of kenaf seed oil (KSO) emulsion. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization, 15, 3307-3313 (2021) (Impact factor: 2.431) (Tier 3)
  14. Kok Ming Goh, M. Maulidiani, R. Rudiyanto, Faridah Abas, Oi Ming Lai, Kar Lin Nyam, Fahad A. Alharthi, Imededdine Arbi Nehdi, Chin Ping Tan. The detection of glycidyl ester in edible palm-based cooking oil using FTIR-chemometrics and 1H NMR analysis. Food Control, 125, 108018.(2021) (Impact factor: 4.258) (Tier-1)
  15. Chee Chin Chu, Sook Chin Chew, Kar Lin Nyam. Recent advances in encapsulation technologies of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) leaves and seeds for cosmeceutical application. Food and Bioproducts Processing, 127, 99-113 (2021). (Impact factor: 3.726) (Tier-1)
  16. Chee Chin Chu, Zafarizal Aldrin Bin Azizul Hasan, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Application of Kenaf Seed Oil‐Nanostructured Lipid Carrier to Palm‐Based α‐Tocopherol Cream for Photoprotection. Journal of American Oil Chemists’ Society, 98(2), 201-210 (2021). (Impact factor: 1.849) (Tier-3)
  17. Kok Ming Goh, Oi Ming Lai, Abas Faridah, Kar Lin Nyam, Chin Ping Tan. The survival investigation of sonicated soy sauce fermentation yeast using a spectrophotometer. International Food Research Journal, accepted (2021). (Impact factor: 0.61)
  18. Yan Yi Sim, Kar Lin Nyam. Hibiscus cannabinus L. (kenaf) studies: Nutritional composition, phytochemistry, pharmacology, and potential applications. Food Chemistry, 344, 128582 (2021). (Impact factor: 7.514) (Tier -1, Top 10%)
  19. Tan, L.F., Lee, E., *Pui, L.P., Nyam, K.L., Yusof, YA. (2021) Development of chitosan edible film incorporated with Chrysanthemum morifolium essential oil. Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Technologia Alimentaria, 20(1), 55-66 （2021）.
  20. Chean, S.X., Hoh, P.Y., How, Y.H., Nyam, K.L., & *Pui, L.P. (2021). Microencapsulation of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum with inulin and evaluation of survival in simulated gastrointestinal conditions and roselle juice. Brazilian Journal of Food Technology, 24.
  21. Lai Fa Tan, Elaine Elaine, Liew Phing Pui, Kar Lin Nyam, Yus Aniza. Development of chitosan edible film incorporated with Chrysanthemum morifolium essential oil. Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Technologia Alimentaria, 20 (1), 55-66 (2021).
  22. Amélia Delgado, Said Al-Hamimi, Mohamed Fawzy Ramadan, Maryna De Wit, Alessandra Durazzo, Kar Lin Nyam, Manel Issaoui. Contribution of Tocols to Food Sensorial Properties, Stability, and Overall Quality. Journal of Food Quality, Volume 2021, Article ID 8885865, https://doi.org/10.1155/2020/8885865. (Impact factor: 2.45) (Tier -3)
  23. Chee Chin Chu, Kar Lin Nyam. Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed oil: Application as cosmetic product ingredients. Industrial Crops and Products, 156, 112871. (2021) (open access) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indcrop.2020.112871 (Impact factor: 5.645) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  24. Yu Hua Wong, Kok Ming Goh, Kar Lin Nyam, Ling Zhi Cheong, Yong Wang, ImededdineArbi Nehdi, Lamjed Mansour, Chin Ping Tan. Monitoring of heat‑induced carcinogenic compounds (3‑monochloropropane‑1,2‑diol esters and glycidyl esters) in fries. Scientific Reports, 10: 15110, https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-72118-z. (2021) (open access) (Impact factor: 4.379) (Tier-1)
  25. Wen Chian Tan, Choon Hui Tan, Kar Lin Nyam, Chin Ping Tan, Advina Julkifle. Nutritive bambara groundnut powdered drink mix: characterization and in vivo assessment of the cholesterol- lowering effect. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 58, 2992-3000 (2021) (Impact factor: 2.701) (Tier-3)
  26. Phey Yee Lim, Yan Yi Sim and Kar Lin Nyam. Influence of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) leaves powder on the physico-chemical, antioxidant and sensorial properties of wheat bread. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization, 14, 2425-2432 (2020) (Impact factor: 2.431) (Tier 3)
  27. Yen Teng Haw, Yan Yi Sim, Kar Lin Nyam. Effect of Steam Blanching and High Temperature Drying on the Physicochemical Properties, Antioxidant Activities and Consumer Acceptability of Hibiscus cannabinus Leaves Tea. Journal of Food Science and Technology, in press, https://doi.org/ 10.1007/s13197-020-04497-0 (2020). (Impact factor: 2.701) (Tier 2)
  28. Teik Siun Ong, Chee Chin Chu, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Preparation and Evaluation Pumpkin Seed Oil-based Vitamin E Cream Formulations for Topical Application. Oleo Science, 69 (4), 297-306 (2020). (Impact factor: 1.601) (Tier 3)
  29. Sook Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Choon Hui Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. In-vitro bioaccessibility of spray dried refined kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) seed oil applied in coffee drink. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 57(7), 2507-2515 (2020). (Impact factor: 2.701) (Tier 2)
  30. Chee Chin Chu, Zafarizal Aldrin Bin Azizul Hasan, Siaw Kim Chua, Kar Lin Nyam. Formulation and characterization of novel nanostructured lipid carriers with photoprotective properties made from carnauba wax, beeswax, pumpkin seed oil and UV filters. Journal of the American Oil Chemists' Society, 95(5), 531-542 (2020). (Impact factor: 1.849) (Tier 2)
  31. Lai, J. T., Lai, K. W., Zhu, L. Y., Nyam, K. L., & *Pui, L. P. (2020). Microencapsulation of Lactobacillus plantarum 299v and its storage in kuini juice. Malaysian Journal of Microbiology, 16(4), 235-244.
  32. Chan, H. M., Nyam, K. L., Yusof, Y. A., & *Pui, L. P. (2020). Investigation of properties of polysaccharide-based edible film incorporated with functional Melastoma malabathricum extract. Carpathian Journal of Food Science & Technology, 12(1), 120-133.
  33. Yan Yi Sim, Wei Ting Jess Ong, Kar Lin Nyam. Effect of various solvents on the pulsed ultrasonic assisted extraction of phenolic compounds from Hibiscus cannabinus L. leaves. Industrial Crops and Products, 140,111708 (2019). (Impact factor: 5.645) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  34. Chee Chin Chu, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Development of nanostructured lipid carriers (NLCs) using pumpkin and kenaf seed oils with potential photoprotective and antioxidative properties. European Lipid Science and Technology, 121(10), 1900082 (2019). (Impact factor: 2.679) (Tier 2)
  35. Sook-Chin Chew, Choon-Hui Tan, Liew-Phing Pui, Pei-Nee Chong, Baskaran Gunasekaran, Nyam Kar Lin. Encapsulation Technologies: A Tool for Functional Foods Development. International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering (IJITEE) ISSN: 2278-3075, 8(5S), 154-160 (2019).
  36. Defiana, Nyam Kar Lin. Effects of Binary Solvent Extraction System and Extraction Time on Antioxidant Activity from Roselle (Hibiscus Sabdariffa L.) Seeds. International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering (IJITEE) ISSN: 2278-3075, 8(5S), 317-321 (2019).
  37. Natalia Santoso, Nyam Kar Lin. Effect of Total Solids Content in Feed Emulsion on the Physico-Chemical Properties and Thermal Stability of Freeze-Dried Roselle Extract. International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering (IJITEE) ISSN: 2278-3075, 8(5S), 81-86 (2019).
  38. Sook-Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Nyam Kar Lin. Quality of Chemical Re-fined Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) Seed oil during Accelerated Storage. International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering (IJITEE) ISSN: 2278-3075, 8(5S), 161-165 (2019).
  39. Siew Li Ng, Ka Wai Lai, Kar Lin Nyam and Liew Phing Pui. Microencapsulation of Lactobacillus plantarum 299v incorporated with oligofructose in chitosan coated-alginate beads and its storage stability in ambarella juice. Malaysian Journal of Microbiology, 15(4) (2019).
  40. Kebing Kho, Yan Yi Sim, Kar Lin Nyam. Antioxidant activities of tea prepared from kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L. KR9) leaves at different maturity stages. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization, 13, 2009-2016 (2019) (Impact factor: 2.431) (Tier 3)
  41. Yan Yi Sim, Kar Lin Nyam. Effect of different drying methods on the physical properties and antioxidant activities of Hibiscus cannabinus leaves. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization, 13(2),1279-1286 (2019) (Impact factor: 2.431) (Tier 3)
  42. Feblinesia Alfrecha, Kar Lin Nyam. Microencapsulation of red palm oil and its stability during accelerated storage. Malaysian Journal of Nutrition, 48(2), 329-335 (2019) (Impact factor: 0.143) (Scopus)
  43. Xin Ying Lee, Chee Chin Chu, Zafarizal Aldrin Bin Azizul Hasan, Siaw Kim Chua, Kar Lin Nyam. Novel nanostructured lipid carriers with photoprotective properties made from carnauba wax, beeswax and kenaf seed oil. Journal of American Oil Chemists’ Society, 96, 201-211 (2019). (Impact factor: 1.849) (Tier 2)
  44. Yu Hua Wong, Kar Lin Nyam, Chin Ping Tan. Rapid quantification of 3-monochloropropane-1,2-diol in deep-fat frying using palm olein: using ATR-FTIR and chemometrics. LWT - Food Science and Technology, 100, 404-408 (2019) (Impact factor: 4.952) (Tier-1).
  45. Sook Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Oxidative Stability of Crude and Refined Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) Seed Oil during Accelerated Storage. Sains Malaysiana, 48(2), 4802-4809 (2019) (Impact factor: 0.470) (Tier-3).
  46. Yu Hua Wong, Kok Ming Goh, Kar Lin Nyam, Imededdine Arbi Nehdi, Hassen Mohamed Sbihi, Chin Ping Tan. Effects of natural and synthetic antioxidants on changes in 3-MCPD esters and glycidyl ester in palm olein during deep fat frying. Food Control, 96-488-493 (2019) (Impact factor: 5.548) (Tier-1)
  47. Sing Chee SIANG, Lai Ka WAI, Nyam Kar LIN and Pui Liew PHING. Effect of added prebiotic (Isomalto-oligosaccharide) and Coating of Beads on the Survival of Microencapsulated Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG. Food Science and Technology, 39(suppl. 2), 601-609. (2019). (Impact factor: 1.718) (Tier-4)
  48. Wong Lok Yee, Chan Li Yee, Nyam Kar Lin, Pui Liew Phing. Microencapsulation of Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM incorporated with mannitol and its storage stability in mulberry tea. Ciencia e Agrotecnologia, 43:e005819 (2019). (Impact factor: 1.296) (Tier-4)
  49. Siew Li Ng, Ka Wai Lai, Kar Lin Nyam and Liew Phing Pui. Microencapsulation of Lactobacillus plantarum 299v incorporated with oligofructose in chitosan coated-alginate beads and its storage stability in ambarella juice. Malaysian Journal of Microbiology, 15(5), 408-418 (2019).
  50. Nurshahira Binti Khairul Zaman, Nyam Kar Lin, Pui Liew Phing. Chitosan film incorporated with Garcinia atroviridis for the packaging of Indian mackerel (Rastrelliger kanagurta). Ciencia e Agrotecnologia, 42(6), 666-675 (2018) (Impact factor: 1.296) (Tier-4)
  51. Choong Kah Wai, Tee Yee Bond, Nyam Kar Lin, Pui Liew Phing. ANTIBACTERIAL PROPERTIES OF CHITOSAN EDIBLE FILMS INCORPORATED WITH MUSK LIME EXTRACTS FOR THE PRESERVATION OF SQUIDS. MALAYSIAN JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL SCIENCES, 23(6), 914-925 (2019).
  52. Ai Mun Cheong, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Stability of bioactive compounds and antioxidant activities of kenaf seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions under different storage temperatures. Journal of Food Science, 83(10), 2457-2465 (2018) (Impact factor: 3.167) (Tier-2)
  53. Sook Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Effect of gum arabic, β-cyclodextrin and sodium caseinate as encapsulating agent on the oxidative stability and bioactive compounds of spray-dried kenaf seed oil. Journal of Food Science, 83(9), 2288-2294 (2018) (Impact factor: 3.167) (Tier-2)
  54. Sook Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Microencapsulation of refined kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed oil by spray drying using β-cyclodextrin/gum arabic/sodium caseinate. Journal of Food Engineering, 237, 78-85 (2018) (Impact factor: 5.354) (Tier-1).
  55. Ai Mun Cheong, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Effect of emulsification method and particle size on the rate of in vivo oral bioavailability of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed oil. Journal of Food Science, 83(7), 1964-1969 (2018) (Impact factor: 3.167) (Tier-2)
  56. Sook Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Oi Ming Lai, Kar Lin Nyam. Changes in 3MCPD esters, glycidyl esters, and bioactive compounds antioxidation indexes during kenaf seed oil refining. Food Science and Biotechnology, 27(4), 1174-1185 (2018) (Impact factor: 2.391) (Tier 3).
  57. Ai Mun Cheong, Zu Wen Tan, Nwabueze Okechukwu Patrick, Yang Mooi Lim, Kar Lin Nyam. Improvement gastroprotective and anti-ulcer effect kenaf seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions in rats. Food Science and Biotechnology, 27(4) 1175-1184 (2018) (Impact factor: 2.391) (Tier 3).
  58. Ai Mun Cheong, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Emulsifying conditions and processing parameters optimisation of kenaf seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions stabilised by ternary emulsifier mixtures. Food Science and Technology International, 24(5), 404-413 (2018) (Impact factor: 2.023) (Tier 3).
  59. Sook Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. In-vitro digestion of refined kenaf seed oil microencapsulated in β-cyclodextrin/gum arabic/sodium caseinate by spray drying. Journal of Food Engineering, 225, 34-41 (2018) (Impact factor: 5.354) (Tier-1).
  60. Ai Mun Cheong, Jue Xi Jessica Koh, Nwabueze Okechukwu Patrick, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Hypocholesterolemic Effects of Kenaf Seed Oil, Macroemulsion and nanoemulsion in High-Cholesterol Diet Induced Rats. Journal of Food Science, 83(3), 854-863. (2018) (Impact factor: 3.167) (Tier-2)
  61. Wan-Ling Hue, Kar-Lin Nyam. Physicochemical properties of kenaf seed oil microcapsules before and after freeze drying and its storage stability. International Food Research Journal, 25(4), 1502-1509 (2018) (Impact factor: 0.61) (Scopus)
  62. Zaman, N. B. K., Lin, N. K., & *Phing, P. L. (2018). Chitosan film incorporated with Garcinia atroviridis for the packaging of Indian mackerel (Rastrelliger kanagurta). Ciência e Agrotecnologia, 42(6), 666-675.
  63. Kar Lin Nyam, Cheng Fhai Chow, Chon Seng Tan, Szu Ting Ng. ANTI-DIABETIC PROPERTIES OF TIGER’S MILK MUSHROOM (LIGNOSUS RHINOCEROTIS) IN STREPTOZOTOCIN-INDUCED DIABETIC RATS. International Journal of Medicinal Mushroom, 19(7), 607-617 (2017) (Impact factor: 1.357) (Tier-2)
  64. Sook Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Optimization of Degumming Parameters in Chemical Refining Process to Reduce Phosphorus Contents in Kenaf Seed Oil. Separation and Purification Technology, 188, 379-385 (2017) (Impact factor: 7.312) (Tier 1)
  65. M.H.A. Jahurul, Yap W. Jing, Chin Y. Foong, Sharifudin M. Shaarani, I.S.M. Zaidul, S. Jinap, M. Hasmadi, Md Eaqub Ali, Kar-Lin Nyam. Effect of accelerated storage on chemical compositions of mango seed fat and palm oil mid-fraction blends as cocoa butter replacers. LWT-Food Science and Technology,84: 551-554 (2017).(Impact factor: 4.952) (Tier 1)
  66. Sook Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Optimization of Bleaching Parameters in Refining Process of Kenaf Seed Oil With A Central Composite Design Model. Journal of Food Science, 82(7), 1622-1630 (2017) (Impact factor: 4.952) (Tier 2)
  67. Sook-Chin Chew, Chin-Ping Tan, Kar-Lin Nyam. Application of response surface methodology for optimizing the deodorization parameters in chemical refining of kenaf seed oil. Separation and Purification Technology, 184, 144-151 (2017) (Impact factor: 7.312) (Tier 1)
  68. Yu-Hua Wong, Kar-Lin Nyam, Oi-Ming Lai, Imededdine Arbi Nehdi, Faridah Abas, Halimah Muhammad, Chin-Ping Tan. Factors impacting the formation of 3-MCPD esters and glycidyl esters during the deep fat frying of chicken breast meat. Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society, 94, 759-765. DOI 10.1007/s11746-017-2991-1 (2017) (Impact factor: 1.849) (Tier 2)
  69. Shy-Kai Ng, Kar-Lin Nyam, Oi-Ming Lai, Imededdine Arbi Nehdi, Gun-Hean Chong, Chin-Ping Tan. Development of a palm olein oil-in-water (o/w) emulsion stabilized by a whey protein isolate nanofibrils-alginate complex. LWT-Food Science and Technology, 82, 311-317 (2017) (Impact factor: 4.952) (Tier 1)
  70. Wan-Ling Hue, Kar-Lin Nyam. In vitro release study of freeze-dried and oven-dried microencapsulated kenaf seed oil. Malaysian Journal of Nutrition, 23(1),139-149 (2017) (Impact factor: 0.143) (Scopus)
  71. Sook-Chin Chew, Chin-Ping Tan, Kar-Lin Nyam. Optimization of neutralization parameters in chemical refining of kenaf seed oil by response surface methodology. Industrial Crops and Products, 95, 742-750 (2017) (Impact factor: 5.645) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  72. Sook-Chin Chew, Chin-Ping Tan, Kar-Lin Nyam. Comparative Study of Crude and Refined Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) Seed Oil during Accelerated Storage. Food Science and Biotechnology, 26, 63-69 (2017) ((Impact factor: 2.391) (Tier 3)
  73. Ai Mun Cheong, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Physicochemical, oxidative and anti-oxidant stabilities of kenaf seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions under different storage temperatures. Industrial Crops and Products, 95, 374-384 (2017) (Impact factor: 5.645) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  74. Yu Hua Wong, Halimah Muhamad, Faridah Abas, Oi Ming Lai, Kar Lin Nyam, Chin Ping Tan. Effects of temperature and NaCl on the formation of 3-MCPD esters and glycidyl esters in refined, bleached and deodorized palm olein during deep-fat frying of potato chips. Food Chemistry, 219-126-130 (2017) (Impact factor: 7.514) (Tier 1, Top 10%)
  75. Kar Lin Nyam, Chia Yoong Chang, Chon Seng Tan, Szu Ting Ng. Investigation of Tiger Milk Mushroom (Lignosus rhinocerus) As Anti-ulcer Agent. International Journal of Medicinal Mushroom, 18 (12), 1093-1104 (2016) (Impact factor: 1.390) (Tier-2)
  76. Mei-Huan Leong, Chin-Ping Tan, Kar-Lin Nyam. Effects of accelerated storage on the quality of kenaf seed oil in chitosan-coated high methoxyl pectin-alginate microcapsule. Journal of Food Science, 81(10), C2367-C2472 (2016) (Impact factor: 3.167) (Tier-2)
  77. Nyam KL, Lew S. Evaluation of In-Vitro Release of Kenaf Seed Oil from High Methoxyl Pectin-Alginate Microcapsules. Austin Food Sciences, 1 (3), 1011-1017 (open access)
  78. Ai Mun Cheong, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. In vitro evaluation of the structural and bioaccessibility of kenaf seed oil nanoemulsions stabilised by binary emulsifiers and β-cyclodextrin complexes. Journal of Food Engineering, 189, 90-98 (2016) (Impact factor: 5.354) (Tier-1)
  79. Sook-Chin Chew, Chin-Ping Tan, Kamariah Long, Kar-Lin Nyam. Effect of chemical refining on the quality of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) seed oil. Industrial Crops and Products, 89, 59-65 (2016) (Impact factor: 5.645) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  80. Ai Mun Cheong, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. In- vitro gastrointestinal digestion of kenaf seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions. Industrial Crops and Products, 87, 1-8 (2016) (Impact factor: 5.645) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  81. Wing-Yan Cheng, Jahurul Md Haque Akanda, Kar-Lin Nyam. Kenaf Seed Oil: A Potential New Source of Edible Oil. Trends in Food Science and Technology, 52, 57-65(2016) (Impact factor: 12.563) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  82. Ai Mun Cheong, Kar Lin Nyam.Improvement of physical stability of kenaf seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions by addition of β-cyclodextrin to primary emulsion containing sodium caseinate and Tween 20. Journal of Food Engineering,183, 24-31 (2016) (Impact factor: 5.354) (Tier-1)
  83. Wan-Thong Lim, Kar Lin-Nyam. Characteristics and controlled release behavior of microencapsulated kenaf seed oil during in-vitro digestion. Journal of Food Engineering,182, 26-32 (2016) (Impact factor: 5.354) (Tier-1)
  84. Ng, S K., Nyam, K. L., Lai, O. M., Imededdine, A. N., Gun, H. C., Tan, C. P. The impacts of the stirring speed on the characterization of β-lactoglobulin fibril formation. Food Science and Biotechnology, 25(S1), 15-21 (2016). (Impact factor: 2.391) (Tier 3)
  85. Sook-Chin Chew, Kar-Lin Nyam. Oxidative stability of microencapsulated kenaf seed oil using co-extrusion technology. Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society, 93, 607-615(2016). (Impact factor: 1.849) (Tier 2)
  86. Sook-Chin Chew, Kar-Lin Nyam. Microencapsulated kenaf seed oil (MKSO) by co-extrusion technology. Journal of Food Engineering,175, 43-50 (2016) (Impact factor: 5.354) (Tier-1)
  87. Ai Mun Cheong, Khang Wei Tan, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Improvement of physical stability properties of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinusL.) seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions. Industrial Crops and Products, 80, 77-85 (2016) (Impact factor: 5.645) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  88. Nyam K.L., Tang, J. L. K., Long K. Anti-Ulcer Activity of Hibiscus cannabinus and Hibiscus sabdariffa Seeds in Ulcer-Induced Rats. International Food Research Journal, 22(3), 1164-1172. (2016) (Impact factor: 0.61) (Scopus)
  89. Ai Mun Cheong, Khang Wei Tan, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed oil-in-water Pickering nanoemulsions stabilised by mixture of sodium caseinate, Tween 20 and β-cyclodextrin. Food Hydrocolloids, 52, 934-941 (2016) (Impact factor: 9.147) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  90. Sook-Chin Chew, Chin-Ping Tan, Kamariah Long, Kar-Lin Nyam. In –vitro evaluation of kenaf seed oil in chitosan coated-high methoxyl pectin-alginate microcapsules. Industrial Crops and Products, 230-236 (2015) (Impact factor: 5.645) (Tier-1, Top 10%)
  91. Nyam, K. L., Lau, H. W. Effects of Microwave Pre-treatment on the Quality of Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) Seed Oil. Journal of Food Science and Engineering, 5, 14-21 (2015)
  92. M.H.A. Jahurul, I.S.M. Zaidul, Kashif Ghafoor, Fahad Y. Al-Juhaimi, Kar-Lin Nyam, N.A. N. Norulaini, F. Sahena, A.K. Mohd Omar. Mango (Mangifera indicaL.) by-products and their valuable components: a review. Food Chemistry, 183, 173-180 (2015) (Impact factor: 7.514) (Tier 1, Top 10%)
  93. Nyam, K. L., Tan, C. H., Kamariah, L. Effect of microwave pre-treatment on stability of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed oil upon accelerated storage. International Food Research Journal, 22(5), 1898-1905 (2015) (Impact factor: 0.61) (Scopus)
  94. Nyam, K. L., Sin, L. N., Kamariah, L. Phytochemical analysis and anti-inflammatory effect of kenaf and roselle seeds. Malaysian Journal of Nutrition, 22(2), 245-254 (2015) (Impact factor: 0.143) (Scopus)
  95. Ng Shy Kai, Tee Ai Nee, Elaine Lai Chia Ling, Tan Chin Ping, Long Kamariah, NyamKar Lin. Anti-hypercholestrolemic effect of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed on high-fat diet Sprague dawley rats. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine, 6-13 (2015) (Impact factor: 1.226)
  96. Wong, Y. H., Beh, J. S., Tan, C. P., Kamariah, L., Nyam, K. L. Characterization of phenolic compounds derived from kenaf (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) seed extract by ultrasound-assisted extraction and its antioxidant activity. Free Radicals and Antioxidants, 4(2), 8-12 (2014) (Impact factor: 1.115) (Scopus)
  97. Ng, S. K., Choong, Y. H., Tan, C. P., Kamariah, L., Nyam, K. L. Effect of total solids content on the physical properties and oxidative stability of microencapsulated kenaf seed oil. LWT- Food Science and Technology, 58, 627-632 (2014) (Impact factor: 4.952) (Tier 1)
  98. Wong, Y. H., Lau, H. W., Tan, C. P. Kamariah, L., Nyam, K. L. Binary solvent extraction system and extraction time effects on phenolic antioxidants from kenaf seeds (Hibiscus cannabinusL.) extracted by a pulsed ultrasonic-assisted extraction. The Scientific World Journal,Volume 2014, Article ID 789346.(Impact factor: 1.219) (Scopus)
  99. Wong, Y. H., Tan, C. P., K. Long, Nyam, K. L.In vitro simulated digestion on bio-stability of Hibiscus cannabinus L. seed extract. Czech Journal of Food Sciences, 32(2): 177-181 (2014) (Impact factor: 1.279) (Tier 4)
  100. Wong, Y. H., Tan, W. Y., Tan, C. P. Kamariah, L., Nyam, K. L. Cytotoxic activity of a kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed extract and oil against human cancer cell lines.Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, 4(Supp1): S510-515(2014) (Indexed by Scopus)
  101. Nyam Kar Lin, Chew Kin Ken. A comparative study of stability of extra virgin olive oil, virgin coconut oil and grape seed oil against domestic deep frying. Journal of Food Science and Engineering, 4: 71-81 (2014)
  102. Ng, S. K., Wong, P. Y., Tan, C. P., Kamariah, L., Nyam, K. L. Influence of inlet air temperature on the microencapsulation of kenaf seed oil by spray-drying. European Journal Lipid Science and Technology, 115: 1309-1318 (2013) (Impact factor: 2.679) (Tier 1)
  103. Sara Razmkhah, Chin-Ping Tan, Kamariah Long, Kar-Lin Nyam.Quality changes and antioxidant properties of microencapsulated kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed oil during accelerated storage.Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society, 90: 1859-1867 (2013). (Impact factor: 1.849) (Tier 2)
  104. Ng, S. K., Lau, L. Y. Jessie, Tan, C. P., Kamariah, L., Nyam, K. L. Effect of accelerated storage on microencapsulated kenaf seed oil. Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society, 90(7): 1023-1029 (2013). (Impact factor: 1.849) (Tier 2)
  105. Nyam, K. L., Lau, M., Tan, C. P. Fibre from pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo L.) seeds and rinds: Physico-chemical properties, antioxidant capacity and application as bakery product ingredients. Malaysian Journal of Nutrition, 19(1): 99-109 (2013). (Impact factor: 0.143) (Scopus)
  106. Nyam, K. L., Wong, M. M., Kamariah, L. Oxidative stability of sunflower oils supplemented with kenaf seeds extract, roselle seeds extract and roselle extract, respectively under accelerated storage. International Food Research Journal, 20(2):645-651 (2013). (Impact factor: 0.61) (Scopus)
  107. Nyam, K. L.,Leao, S. Y., Tan, C. P., Kamariah, L., Functional properties of roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) seed and its application as bakery product ingredients, Journal of Food Science and Technology, 1-8(2012). (Impact factor: 2.701) (Tier 2)
  108. Nyam, K.L., Y.N. Teh, C.P. Tan, Long, K., In-vitroAntioxidant Activities of Extract and Oil from Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffaL.) Seed against Sunflower Oil Autoxidation, Malaysian Journal of Nutrition, 18(2): 265-274 (2012). (Impact factor: 0.143) (Scopus)
  109. Nyam, K.L., C. P. Tan, O.M. Lai, K. Long, Y.B. Che Man, Improving the extraction of phytosterol-enriched oil from Kalahari melon seeds by supercritical CO2. Optimisation using response surface methodology, Food and Bioprocess Technology, 4(8): 1432-1441 (2011).(Impact factor: 4.465) (Tier 1)
  110. Nyam, K.L., Tan, C.P., Karim, R., Lai, O.M., Long, K., Che Man, Y.B. Extraction of tocopherol-enriched oils from Kalahari melon and roselle seeds by supercritical fluid extraction (SFE-CO2). Food Chemistry, 119: 1278-1283 (2010).(Impact factor: 7.514) (Tier 1, Top 10%)
  111. Nyam, K.L., C. P. Tan, O.M. Lai, K. Long, Y.B. Che Man, Optimization of supercritical fluid extraction of phytosterol from roselle seeds with central composite design model, Food and Bioproducts Processing 88, 239-246 (2010). (Impact factor: 4.465) (Tier 1)
  112. Nyam, K.L., C. P. Tan, O.M. Lai, K. Long, Y.B. Che Man, Physicochemical properties and bioactive compounds of tropical seed oils, LWT-Food Science and Technology, 42: 1396-1403 (2009).(Impact factor: 4.952) (Tier 1)
  113. Nyam, K.L., C. P. Tan, O.M. Lai, K. Long, Y.B. Che Man, Enzyme-assisted aqueous extraction of kalahari melon seed oil: optimization using response surface methodology, Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society, 86: 1235-1240 (2009). (Impact factor: 1.849) (Tier 2)
  114. Nyam, K.L., C. P. Tan, O.M. Lai, K. Long, Y.B. Che Man, Physicochemical properties of Kalahari melon seed oil following extractions using solvent and aqueous enzymatic methods, International Journal of Food Science and Technology,44: 694-701 (2009). (Impact factor: 3.713) (Tier 2)

Awards and Recognitions

  1. Top Research Publication Contributor in UCSI University, 2021
  2. Gold Award, Kenaf Bright Plus Lotion, winner at ITEX 2021, 13-14 Dec 2021.
  3. Silver Award, Kenaf Sunscreen Cream SPF50+, winner at Pertandingan Rekacipta Inovasi Nasional (PRIN) 2021, 7-9th Sept 2021, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Selangor, Malaysia.
  4. Bronze Award, Kenaf Bright Plus Lotion, winner at Pertandingan Rekacipta Inovasi Nasional (PRIN) 2021, 7-9th Sept 2021, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Selangor, Malaysia.
  5. Merit Award, winner at Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE) 2020- The19th International Expo on Inventions & Innovations, Kenaf Sunscreen Cream SPF 50+.
  6. Winner (gold medal), Kenaf Sunscreen Cream SPF 50+, Invention, Innovation and Design Exposition (iidex 2019), September 10-15, 2019, UiTM, Selangor, Malaysia.
  7. 1st prize for poster presentation, key researcher, 2nd International Food Research Conference, August 27-29, 2019, The Everly Putrajaya, Selangor. Fibre from kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.): Physico-chemical properties, antioxidant capacity and application as bakery product ingredients.
  8. ESI Top 1% Researchers in Agricultural Sciences.
  9. Good Clinical Practices Certificate.
  10. Winner (Silver medal), Kenaf oil: A potential new source of edible oil. Pecipta 2017.
  11. 1st prize for postgraduate research oral presentation, key researcher, MIFT 10th National Food Science and Technology Competition, March 17-18, 2017, Taylor’s University, Selangor. In-Vitro Gastrointestinal Digestion of Kenaf Seed Oil-In-Water Nanoemulsions.
  12. 1st prize for postgraduate research oral poster presentation, key researcher, MIFT 10th National Food Science and Technology Competition, March 17-18, 2017, Taylor’s University, Selangor. Effect of Chemical Refining on the Quality of Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) Seed Oil.
  13. Fellow of ASEAN Science Leadership Program by Global Young Academy.
  14. Promising Researcher Award 2015 awarded by UCSI University.
  15. Production of Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) Seed Oils Nanoemulsions with Improved Bioavailability for Food Supplement.(Principal Researcher- 2015-2017/ 9000USD$)-COMSTECH-TWAS Joint Research Grants Programme for Young Scientists in OIC Countries.
  16. Winner for oral presentation, key researcher, 9th MIFT Food Science and Technology Seminar (March 21st-22nd, 2015), UCSI University South Wing. Optimization of ternary emulsifier mixtures with improved physical properties of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions.
  17. 1st prize poster competition, key researcher, 21st MSMBB Annual Scientific Meeting Biotechnology for Global Sustainability and Prosperity (October 1st-3rd, 2014), Monash University Malaysia. Optimization of ternary emulsifier mixtures with improved physical properties of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions.
  18. High Impact Research Awards (HIRA)- Research Grant Award- FRGS/2010- RM62,000
  19. Winner (Gold Medal), key researcher, 2007 UPM Invention, Research and Innovation Award (27-29 November 2007), Optimization of Solvent-free Enzyme-Assisted Aqueous Extraction of Plant Seed Oils Using Response Surface Methodology.
  20. Winner (Silver Medal), key researcher, 2008 UPM Invention, Research and Innovation Award (29-31 July 2008), Improving the extraction of phytosterol-enriched oil from plant seeds by supercritical CO2.
  21. Winner (Bronze Medal), key researcher, 2009 UPM Invention, Research and Innovation Award (28 July 2009), Keeping quality of roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn.) seed oils extracted by supercritical carbon dioxide during prolonged storage.
  22. Student Travel Grant - International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST)- 2008, Shanghai
  23. Dean's List, 4 semesters- 2003-2005
  24. Dean’s List, 4 semesters- 2001-2003

Networks and Collaborations on Research

  1. Malaysian Food Analyst Council- Council Member
  2. College of Food Science and Engineering SCUT, Guangzhou- Visiting lecturer
  3.  Austin Food Sciences - Editorial board member
  4. Malaysian Institute of Food Technologists- Council Member
  5. The University of Queensland, Australia- Research collaborator
  6. Malaysia Palm Oil Council- Research collaborator and consultant
  7. Malaysia Palm Oil Board- Research collaborator
  8. Ningbo University, China- Research collaborator
  9. Arkansas University, US- Research collaborator
  10. Universiti Putra Malaysia- Research collaborator
  11. University Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kampar-Research collaborator
  12. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia- Research collaborator
  13. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, India- Research collaborator
  14. Khon Kaen University, Thailand- Research collaborator

Conferences

  1. Kar Lin Nyam. Smart food packaging. International Conference of Food Safety and Health, November 26-28, 2019, Splendor Hotel Taichung, Taichung, Taiwan.
  2. Chee Chin Chu, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. Development of nanostructured lipid carriers (NLCs) using unconventional plant seed oils with multiple health benefits. International Palm Oil Congress and Exhibition 2019 (PIPOC). November 19-21, 2019, Kuala Lumpur Conventional Centre, Malaysia.
  3. Phey Yee Lim, Kar Lin Nyam. Fibre from kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) leaves: Physico-chemical properties, antioxidant capacity and application as bakery product ingredients. International Food Research Conference 2019, August 28-29, 2019, The Everly, Putrajaya, Malaysia.
  4. Yan Yi Sim, Wei Ting Jess Ong, Kar Lin Nyam. EFFECT OF VARIOUS SOLVENTS ON THE PULSED ULTRASONIC ASSISTED EXTRACTION OF PHENOLIC COMPOUNDS FROM HIBISCUS CANNABINUS L. LEAVES. International Food Research Conference 2019, August 28-29, 2019, The Everly, Putrajaya, Malaysia.
  5. Ai Mun Cheong, Kar Lin Nyam. Emulsifying conditions and processing parameters optimisation of kenaf seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions stabilised by ternary emulsifier mixtures. Euro-Global Conference on Food Science, Agronomy and Technology, September 20-22, 2018, Holiday Inn Aurelia, Rome, Italy.
  6. Kho, K. K., Nyam, K. L. Antioxidant properties of kenaf leaves at different maturity stage. Intervarsity Biochemistry Seminar, May 12, 2018, Taylor’s University, Subang.
  7. Cheong, A. M., Tan. C. P., Nyam, K. L. In-Vitro Gastrointestinal Digestion of Kenaf Seed Oil-In-Water Nanoemulsions. ASEAN Food Conference, November 14-17, 2017, Sheraton Saigon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
  8. Sook Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Oi Ming Lai, Kar Lin Nyam. Chemical refining of kenaf seed oil: effect on the oxidation indexes, bioactive compounds, 3-MCPD esters and glycidyl esters. PIPOC 2017, November 14-16, 2017, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
  9. A.M. Cheong, C. P. Tan, K.L. Nyam. Evaluation of Bioavailability and Anti-ulcer Activity of Kenaf seed oil, Macroemulsions and Nanoemulsions in Rats. International Conference of Food Science and Nutrition (ICFSN 2017), October 25-26, 2017, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
  10. Chu Chee Chin, Nyam Kar Lin. New promising unconventional bio-oil from pumpkin seed to develop nanostructured lipid carriers (NLCs) with photoprotective properties. Applied Science Symposium, July 20-21, 2017, UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur.
  11. Sook Chin Chew, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. In-vitro evaluation of microencapsulated refined kenaf seed oil by spray drying. Applied Science Symposium, July 20-21, 2017, UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur.
  12. Koh, J. X. J., Nyam, K. L. Hypocholesterolemic and antioxidant properties of kenaf seed oil-in-water nanoemulsion on high cholesterol Sprague Dawley rats. Intervarsity Biochemistry Seminar, May 13, 2017, UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur.
  13. Chew, S. C., Tan, C. P., Nyam, K. L. Comparative Study of Crude and Refined Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) Seed Oil during Accelerated Storage. ICSEF 2017 Sustainable Energy and Resource Use in Food Chains, April 19-21, 2017, London, UK.
  14. Cheong, A. M., Tan. C. P., Nyam, K. L. In-Vitro Gastrointestinal Digestion of Kenaf Seed Oil-In-Water Nanoemulsions. MIFT 10th National Food Science and Technology Competition, March 17-18, 2017, Taylor’s University, Selangor.
  15. Chew, S. C., Tan, C. P., Nyam, K. L. Effect of Chemical Refining on the Quality of Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) Seed Oil. MIFT 10th National Food Science and Technology Competition, March 17-18, 2017, Taylor’s University, Selangor.
  16. Lim, W. T., Nyam, K. L. Characteristics and controlled release behaviour of microencapsulated kenaf seed oil during in-vitro digestion. MIFT 10th National Food Science and Technology Competition, March 17-18, 2017, Taylor’s University, Selangor.
  17. Jahurul Md Haque Akanda, Wei-Jing Yap, Kar-Lin Nyam. Chemical analysis of recommended cocoa butter replacer (mango seed fat and palm oil mid fraction blends) during accelerated storage. 2016 International Conference on Science and Technology Application in Climate Change, 9-12th August 2016, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  18. Wan Thong Lim, Kar Lin Nyam. Characteristics and controlled release behavior of microencapsulated kenaf seed oil during in vitro digestion. 4th International ISEKI Food Conference, 6-8th July 2016, Vienna, Austria.
  19. Feblinesia, A., Nyam, K. L. Microencapsulation of β-carotene in red palm oil and its stability during accelerated storage. Intervarsity Biochemistry Seminar, May 14, 2016, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Selangor.
  20. Ai Mun Cheong, Chin Ping Tan, Kar Lin Nyam. In Vitro Evaluation of the Structural and Bioaccessibility of Kenaf Seed Oil Nanoemulsions Stabilised by Binary Emulsifiers and β-cyclodextrin Complexes. 4th International ISEKI Food Conference, 6-8th July 2016, Vienna, Austria.
  21. Nyam, K. L. Chew, S. C. Optimization of microencapsulated kenaf seed oil (MKSO) by co-extrusion technology. Pacifichem 2015, December 15-20, 2015, Honolulu, Hawaii.
  22. Ng, S K., Nyam, K. L., Lai, O. M., Imededdine, A. N., Gun, H. C., Tan, C. P. Bioavailability and storage stability of B-lactoglobulinnanofibril-alginate complex stabilized palm-carotenoids, The 6th International Conference on Food Factors, November 22-25, 2015, COEX, Seoul, Korea.
  23. Wong, Y. H., Halimah, M., Lai, O. M., Nyam, K. L.,Faridah, A. Tan, C. P. Effect of NaCl on formation of 3- MCPD esters glycidyl esters in RBD palm olein during deep frying of potato chips. PIPOC 2015 Oil Palm Powering the World Sustaining the Future, October 6-8, 2015, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
  24. Nyam, K. L. Chew, S. C. Microencapsulated kenaf seed oil (MKSO) by co-extrusion technology. 14th ASEAN Food Conference, June 24-26, 2015, Manila, Philippines.
  25. Cheong, A. M., Nyam, K. L.Improvement of the physical stability properties of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) seed-oil-in-water nanoemulsion by optimization of ternary emulsifier mixtures. 14th ASEAN Food Conference, June 24-26, 2015, Manila, Philippines.
  26. Nyam, K. L. Ng, S. K. Effects of total solids content in feed emulsion on the physical properties and oxidative stability of microencapsulated kenaf seed oil. UCSI Research Symposium – May 29, 2015, UCSI University North Wing.
  27. Hue, W. L., Leong, M. H., Nyam, K. L.In Vitro Simulated Digestion on the Release Behaviour and Bio-stabilityof Microencapsulated Kenaf Seed Oil. 26th Intervarsity Biochemistry Seminar, May 16, 2015, Monash University Malaysia.
  28. Cheong, A. M., Nyam, K. L. Improvement of the physical stability properties of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) seed-oil-in-water nanoemulsion by optimization of ternary emulsifier mixtures. 9th Food Science and Technology Seminar, March 21-22, 2015, UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur.
  29. Nyam, K. L. Lau, H. W. Effect of microwave pre-treatment on the quality of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed oil. International Conference of Applied Sciences and Industrial Technology. February 24-26, 2015, Grand Lexis Port Dickson.
  30. Nyam, K. L. Cheong, A. M., Tan, K. W. Optimization of ternary emulsifier mixtures with improved physical properties of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed oil-in-water nanoemulsions. 21st MSMBB Annual Scientific Meeting Biotechnology for Global Sustainability and Prosperity. October 1st-3rd, 2014, Monash University Malaysia.
  31. Nyam, K. L. Chew, S. C., Cheong, A. M. Microencapsulated kenaf seed oil (MKSO) by co-extrusion technology. 21st MSMBB Annual Scientific Meeting Biotechnology for Global Sustainability and Prosperity. October 1st-3rd, 2014, Monash University Malaysia.
  32. Nyam, K. L. Ng, S. K. Effects of total solids content in feed emulsion on the physical properties and oxidative stability of microencapsulated kenaf seed oil. Seoul International Conference on Applied Science and Engineering, August 29-31, 2014, Courtyard Times Square, Seoul, Korea.
  33. Nyam, K. L., Hong X. Y. Influence of homogenization cycles and storage temperature on properties and stability of kenaf seed oil emulsion. The 3rd International Symposium on Processing of Foods, Vegetables and Fruits, August 11-13, 2014, Kuala Lumpur Teaching Centre (KLTC) of University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus.
  34. Nyam, K. L., Ng, S. K. Influence of inlet air temperature on the microencapsulation of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) seed oil by spray-drying. 13th ASEAN Food Conference, “Meeting Future Food Demands: Security & Sustainability”, September 9-11, 2013, Max Atria, Singapore.
  35. Nyam, K. L., Lau, M., Tan. C. P. Physico-chemical properties of pumpkin (Cucurbitapepo L.) seeds and rinds in food application of bread. International Functional Food Conference, “Innovative Health Products- Taking Concept to Nutritious Reality: Perspective for Industry”, August 18-20, 2013, Cyberview Resort & Spa, Cyberjaya, Selangor.
  36. Ng SK, Lau LYJ, Tan CP, Long K, Nyam KL. Effect of accelerated storage on microencapsulated kenaf seed oil, 28th Scientific Conference Theme” Promoting Better Nutrition for All”, May 29-30, 2013, Renaissance Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.
  37. Wong YH, Tan CP, Long K, Nyam KL.In vitro gastrointestinal digestion of Hibiscus cannabinus L. seed extract: phenolic acids and their antioxidant activities in the gut, 28th Scientific Conference Theme” Promoting Better Nutrition for All”, May 29-30, 2013, Renaissance Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.
  38. Tan Wai Yan, NyamKar Lin. Cytotoxic effect of kenaf seed extract and microencapsulated kenaf seed oil on HeLa cell and lung cancer cell. Intervarsity Biochemistry Seminar, May 10, 2013, Taylors University, Subang, Kuala Lumpur.
  39. Ng, S. K., Nyam, K. L., Tan, C. P., Kamariah, L. Influence of inlet air temperature on the microencapsulation of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) seed oil by spray-drying. 8th Food Science and Technology Seminar, March 15-16, 2013, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (Unisza), Kuala Terengganu.
  40. Wong, Y. H., Nyam, K. L., Tan, C. P., Kamariah, L. Effects of binary solvent extraction system and extraction time by pulsed ultrasonic-assisted extraction on phenolic antioxidants from kenaf seed extract (Hibiscus cannabinus L.). 8th Food Science and Technology Seminar, March 15-16, 2013, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (Unisza), Kuala Terengganu.
  41. Kar-Lin Nyam, Shy-Kai Ng, Yew-Hong Choong, Chin-Ping Tan, Kamariah, L. Effect of total solids content on the physicochemical properties and oxidative stability of microencapsulated kenaf seed oil. 3rd International Symposium on Wellness, Healthy, Lifestyle & Nutrition, December 12-14, 2012, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kuantan.
  42. Kar-Lin Nyam, Yu-Hua Wong, Joo-Sheng Beh, Chin-Ping Tan, Kamariah, L. Isolation and characterization of phenolic compounds derived from kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) seed extract by ultrasound-assisted extraction. 3rd International Symposium on Wellness, Healthy, Lifestyle & Nutrition, December 12-14, 2012, UniversitiSains Malaysia, Kuantan.
  43. Nyam, K.L.,Leao, S.Y., Tan, C.P., Kamariah, L, Functional properties of dietary fibre derived from roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) seeds, at International Conference on Food Science and Nutrition 2012 (ICFSN 2012), April 2-4, 2012, Sabah.
  44. Nyam, K.L.,Teh, Y.N., Tan, C.P., Kamariah, L, Oxidative stability of sunflower oil supplemeted with roselle seed oil and extract during accelerated storage, at 7thAsia Pacific Conference on Nutrition, June 5-8, 2011, Bangkok.
  45. Nyam, K.L.,Mooi, N.L., Tan, C.P., Kamariah, L. Assessment of phenolic-enriched oil from roselle seeds their antioxidant activities at 7thAsia Pacific Conference on Nutrition,June 5-8, 2011, Bangkok.
  46. Nyam, K.L., C.P. Tan,Y.B. Che Man, O.M. Lai, K. Long, Extraction of Tocopherol-enriched Oil from Roselle Seed by Supercritical Fluid Extraction (SFE-CO2), at 100th AOCS Annual Meeting & Expo, May 3-6, 2009, Orlando, FL, USA.
  47. Nyam, K.L., C.P. Tan,Y.B. Che Man, O.M. Lai, K. Long, Optimization of supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) parameters on extraction of phytosterol enriched oil from roselle seed, at 14th World Congress of Food Science and Technology, October 20-23, 2008, Shanghai.
  48. Tan, C.P., Nyam, K.L.,Mirhosseini, H., Y.B. Che Man, O.M. Lai, K. Long, Improving the extraction of phytosterol-enriched oil from Kalahari melon seeds by supercritical CO2: Optimisation using response surface methodology, at 6th Euro Fed Lipid Congress – Oils, Fats and Lipids in the 3rd Millennium Challenges, Achievements and Perspectives, September 7-10, 2008, Hotel Intercontinental Athenaeum, Athens, Greece.
  49. Tan, C.P., K.L. Nyam, O.M. Lai, K. Long, Y.B. Che Man, Enzyme-Assisted Aqueous Extraction of Kalahari Melon Seed Oil: Optimization Using Response Surface Methodology, at 10th International Congress of Engineering and Food, April 20-24, 2008, Vina Del Mar, Chile.
  50. Nyam, K.L., C.P. Tan, Y.B. Che Man, O.M. Lai, K. Long, Physico-chemical properties and bioactive compounds of tropical seed oils, 10th ASEAN Food Conference 2007: Food for Mankind – Contribution of Science and Technology, August 21-23, 2007, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

 

 

Contributions to Society

  1. Reviewer for international journals.
  2. Chief judge for MIFT Product Innovation Award 2019 Competition.
  3. Lunch Box Event for Malaysia Secondary School Students. Wow Food Fair and Lunchbox Competition 2018 - UCSI University.
  4. Fund Raising Initative for Sunbeams Orphanage Home. Chairperson – 4th Applied Science Week (ASW) 2016 Organizing Committee, Faculty of Applied Sciences, UCSI University.
  5. Judge in the 8th Food Science and Technology Seminar organized by MIFT and Unisza
  6. As chief judge (Food Bowl Quiz) for the MIFT: 10th National Food Science and Technology Competition organized by MIFT and UCSITaylor’s University (2017).
  7. Reviewer for Journal of Food Processing and Preservation (2010-present)
  8. Reviewer for International Food Research Journal (2010-present)
  9. Reviewer for Malaysian Journal of Nutrition (2010-present)
  10. Reviewer for Italian Journal of Food Science (2013)
  11. Reviewer for Sky Journal of Food Science (2013)
  12. Judge in the 8th Food Science and Technology Seminar organized by MIFT and Unisza
  13. UCSI Research Committee (Reviewer) (Jan 2012- Dec 2013)