Research Impact:
Assistant Professor Ir Ts Dr Chai Pui Vun
Head of Department, Chemical and Petroleum Engineering | Department of Chemical & Petroleum Engineering
Academic Qualifications
PhD Chemical & Process Engineering, Membrane Science and Technology
Bachelor Hons. Chemical Engineering
Post-Graduate Diploma in Tertiary Teaching
Areas of Interest
1. Research Excellence Innovative Grant (REIG) (Project Leader)
Green synthesis of graphene oxide polymer-based mixed-matrix membrane Amount: RM44000
Duration: July 2020 to June 2022
- Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) (Graduate Member, Membership number: 81540A)
Graduate Technologist, Malaysia Board of Technologist (MBOT)
P. V. Chai, P.Y. Choy, W.C. Teoh, E. Mahmoudi, W.L. Ang. 2021. Graphene oxide based mixed matrix membrane in the presence of eco-friendly natural additive gum Arabic, J. Environ. Chem. Eng. 9: 105638. Y.X. Foong, L.H. Yew, P. V. Chai. 2020. Green approaches to polysulfone based membrane preparation via dimethyl sulfoxide and eco-friendly natural additive gum Arabic, Mater. Today Proc. 46: 2092¨C2097.
X.P. Teng, M.Y.K. Bryan, P. V. Chai, J.Y. Law. 2020. Preparation of polyaniline iron oxide composite (PANI/ Fe3O4) for enhanced Congo red removal performance, Mater. Today Proc. 46: 1875¨C1881.
P.V. Chai, J.Y. Law, E. Mahmoudi & A.W. Mohammad 2020. Development of iron oxide decorated graphene oxide (Fe3O4/GO) PSf mixed-matrix membrane for enhanced antifouling behavior. Journal of Water Process Engineering 38:101673.
P.V. Chai, E. Mahmoudi, A.W. Mohammad & P.Y. Choy 2020. Iron oxide decorated graphene oxide embedded polysulfone mixed-matrix membrane. Comparison of different types mixed-matrix membranes on antifouling and performance. 464:012174.
Khairul Zaman, N., L. Jeng Yih, P.V. Chai, R. Rohani & A. W. Mohammad 2017. Recovery of Organic Acids from Fermentation Broth Using Nanofiltration Technologies: A Review. Journal of Physical Science 28(Suppl. 1): 85-109.
P. V. Chai., E. Mahmoudi, Y. H. Teow & A. W. Mohammad 2016. Evaluation of iron oxide decorated on graphene oxide (Fe3O4/GO) nanohybrid incorporated in PSf membrane at different molar ratios for congo red rejection. Jurnal Teknologi 79(1-2): 73-81.
P. V. Chai., E. Mahmoudi, Y. H. Teow & A. W. Mohammad 2016. Preparation of novel polysulfone-Fe3O4/GO mixed-matrix membrane for humic acid rejection. Journal of Water Process Engineering 15: 83-88.
Ba-Abbad, M. M., P. V. Chai, M. S. Takriff, A. Benamor & A. W. Mohammad 2015. Optimization of nickel oxide nanoparticle synthesis through the sol¨Cgel method using Box¨CBehnken design. Materials & Design 86: 948-956.
S.M. Tasirin., I.Puspasari, A.W. Lun, P.V. Chai & W.T. Lee 2014. Drying of kaffir lime leaves in a fluidized bed dryer with inert particles: Kinetics and quality determination. Industrial Crops and Produces 61:193-201
The 1st International Conference on Energy Materials. ICEM 2021
Green Approaches to Polysulfone (PSf) based Membrane Preparation via Dimethyl Sulfoxide and Eco-Friendly Natural Additive Arabic Gum. Regional Congress on Membrane Technology 2020 (RCOM2020).
Preparation of Polyaniline Iron Oxide Composite (PANI/Fe3O4) for Enhanced Congo Red Removal Performance. Regional Congress on Membrane Technology 2020 (RCOM2020).
Graphene Oxide based Mixed-Matrix membrane in the presence of Eco-Friendly Natural Additive Arabic Gum. Regional Congress on Membrane Technology 2020 (RCOM2020).
Sustainable Water Use and Management in School Community: Engaging with Future Generations for Effective Practices and Awareness Through Integrated Learning Approach. 5th Asia Engage Regional Conference. U4SIC 2020.
Iron oxide decorated graphene oxide embedded polysulfone mixed-matrix membrane. Comparison of different types mixed-matrix membranes on antifouling and performance. International Conference on Sustainable Energy and Green Technology 2019 (11th ¨C 14th Dec) Bangkok, Thailand.
Fabrication and Characterization of Polysulfone-Iron Oxide Decorated Graphene Oxide (PSf-Fe3O4/GO) Mixed-matrix Membrane for Congo Red Removal. International Conference of Sustainable Environment Technology 2019, ISET2019.
Knowledge Transfer Program (KTP) on Sustainable Water Use and Management at SMK Putrajaya Precint 8(1)-Improving School Community Awareness through Integrated Learning Approach. 4th National Conference On Knowledge Transfer (Nckt'17). UUM, Kedah, Malaysia. 2017.
Evaluation of iron oxide decorated on graphene oxide (Fe3O4/GO) nanohybrid incorporated in PSf membrane at different molar ratios for congo red rejection. National Congress on Membrane Technology 2016 (Natcom2016). Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
Preparation of novel polysulfone-Fe3O4/GO mixed-matrix membrane for humic acid rejection. In 5th International Conference on Environment (ICENV 2015). Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Low temperature condition for NiO nanoparticles preparation via sol-gel method. International Conference on Engineering, Technology, and Innovation (ICETI). Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 2015
International Advisory Committee for International Conference on Recent Innovations in Engineering & Technology, 2020-Current.
Journal of Ecology & Natural Resources. 2020-Current.
Best Poster Presentation, Energy Advances. 1st International Conference on Energy Materials (ICEM£©2021.
Top Performer for SDG Related Research May 2021.
Bronze Medal Award. Sustainable Water Use and Management in School Community: Engaging with Future Generations for Effective Practices and Awareness Through Integrated Learning Approach. 5th Asia Engage Regional Conference. U4SIC 2020.
Recognition as Jury for Final Year Project & Postgraduate: Research & Innovation Poster Competition (RIPC Series 1/2021).
Recognition as Jury for Final Year Project & Postgraduate Poster Competition (FYPPPC) Series 1/2020.
Silver Award for K-novasi 2019, Teaching & Learning, UKM 23-24 January 2019. Educator 4.0.
Recognition as a Reviewer in SIET Conference 2019.
2nd place for Schlumberger Oil Rig Model Building Competition 2010 (Oil and Gas Symposium) International Competition.
