Centre For Manufacturing and Environment Sustainability (CMES)
Research Centre
About Us
Welcome to the Center for Manufacturing and Environmental Sustainability (CMES), where we lead the charge in advancing the convergence of manufacturing and environmental stewardship. Our mission is clear: to drive progress through pioneering research, transformative education, and impactful collaborations while promoting sustainability.
Our center serves as a catalyst for excellence, bringing together interdisciplinary expertise in the sciences to tackle complex issues in manufacturing processes, materials science, computing, renewable energy, and environmental conservation. Through our innovative research endeavors, CMES is spearheading the development of sustainable solutions that not only reduce environmental impact but also enhance efficiency and productivity in manufacturing processes by working across various disciplines.
Furthermore, CMES fosters a culture of collaboration and partnership, engaging with industry leaders, governmental agencies, and other academic institutions to drive innovation and facilitate technology transfer. Through these interdisciplinary collaborations, we strive to translate our research findings into practical applications that benefit society and promote sustainable development.
As we continue to push the boundaries of knowledge and innovation, CMES remains steadfast in our vision of creating a more sustainable and resilient future. Join us in our mission to revolutionize manufacturing practices and safeguard our environment for generations to come. Together, we can build a brighter tomorrow.
People and Research
Ts. Dr. Nur Hasanah Binti Ali
Chairperson
Prof. Ts. Dr. Ervina Efzan Mohd Noor
Member
Ir. Ts. Dr. Noor Ziela Binti Abd Rahman
Member
Ts. Dr. Palanisamy Chockalingam
Member
Dr. Muharniza Azinita Binti Musa
Member
Dr. Norhidayah Binti Mohamad
Member
Mr. Noorhisham Bin Hussin
Member
Mr. Ganesh Kumar A/L Krishnan
Member
Ms. S Dalilla Binti Abd Rahim
Member
Labs and facilities
The Centre for Manufacturing and Environmental Sustainability (CMES) Lab is equipped with a variety of facilities, equipment, and professional support services to foster interdisciplinary research and innovation. As a collaborative hub for researchers, industry partners, and students, the CMES Lab supports cutting-edge projects in sustainable manufacturing, AI-driven solutions, smart technologies, and environmental sustainability. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and real-world applications, the CMES Lab provides a platform for researchers to work on projects that contribute to both academic advancements and practical industry solutions, ensuring a balance between technological progress and environmental responsibility. The lab is mainly equipped with material analysis system, humidity-controlled storage, solar system and a high-performance computing system for AI simulations and data processing, supporting research in intelligent manufacturing and sustainable engineering.
| Lab supervisor | Ts. Dr. Nur Hasanah Ali |
| Lab staff | Prof. Ts. Dr. Ervina Efzan Mohd Noor Ir. Ts. Dr. Noor Ziela Binti Abd Rahman Ts. Dr. Palanisamy Chockalingam Dr. Muharniza Azinita Binti Musa Dr. Norhidayah Binti Mohamad Mr. Ganesh Kumar A/L Krishnan Mr. Noorhisham Bin Hussin Ms. S Dalilla Binti Abd Rahim |
| Postgraduate students | Mr. Kesahvanveraragu A/L Saravanan (M. Eng. Sc. Engineering candidate) Ms. Nur Haslinda binti Mohamed Muzni (Ph.D. (Eng) candidate) Mr. Muhammad Noman Waheed (Ph.D. (Eng) candidate) |
Research projects
CMES undertakes interdisciplinary research projects focused on sustainable energy technologies, advanced functional materials, and environmentally responsible manufacturing processes. Our projects integrate materials science, renewable energy systems, and applied engineering solutions to address industrial challenges and support sustainable development
| No. | Project Title | Output |
| 1. | Empowering Rural Communities: Parametric Study of Solar Panel for Rural Electrification in Line with Zakat Malaysia’s Green Goals | 1. Flat-plate photovoltaic thermal collector performance: evaluating the thermal efficiency and the effects of tilt angles and mass flow rate under Malaysian weather conditions, MF Baig, EE Mhd Noor, A Mohammed Zahyan, Cogent Engineering 12 (1), 2533413, 2025, Q2
2. Optimizing photovoltaic-thermal systems: a comprehensive indoor experimental investigation, M Ahmed, MF Baig, EE Mhd Noor, MA Musa, Cogent Engineering 12 (1), 2524447, 2025, Q2 |
| 2. | Fabrication of High-oriented Multilayered n-ZnO Thin Film onto Etched p-Cu2O Heterojunction Thin Film for Solar Cell Application | 1. Enhancing the Properties of Nanostructure TiO2 Thin Film via Calcination Temperature for Solar Cell Application NM Arifin, EE Mhd Noor, F Mohamad, N Mohamad, NH Mohamed Muzni, Energies 17 (14), 3415, 2024,Q1 2. The Impact of Spinning Speed on n-TiO2/ZnO Bilayer Thin Film Fabricated through Sol–Gel Spin-Coating Method NM Arifin, EE Mhd Noor, F Mohamad, N Mohamad, Coatings 14 (1), 73, 2024, Q1 |
| 3. | Electromigration Nano Sn- based Composite Solder on Copper Substrate | 1. Effects of Electromigration on Sn-Bi Lead-Free Solder Alloy Joints on Copper and Copper with Nickel Surface Finish L Jeyeselan, EE Mhd Noor, Materials 18 (16), 2025, 3722, Q2 2. Wettability of Sn-3.0Ag-0.5Cu Solder Reinforced with TiO2 and Al2O3 Nanoparticles at Different Reflow Times, NH Mohamed Muzni, EE Mhd Noor, MMAB Abdullah, Nanomaterials 13 (20), 2023, 2811, 2024, Q1 |
| 4. | Study of cell manipulation towards establishing microfluidic platforms for Alzheimer’s disease therapy | 1. Protein Manipulation via Dielectrophoresis: Theoretical Principles and Emerging Microfluidic Platforms, ZDE Shee, EE Mhd Noor, MF Baig, Micromachines 16 (5), 531, 2025, Q1
2. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy in the determination of the dielectric properties of Tau-441 protein for dielectrophoresis response prediction, Z Shee Da En, EE Mhd Noor, A Ahmed Kayani, MH Hussin,,Bioengineering 11 (7), 698,2024,Q3 |
| 5. | Development And Characterization of Sustainable Polymer Nanocomposites for Construction Industry | 1. Phase, Chemical, Thermal, and Morphological Analyses of Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) Nanocomposites Reinforced with Jute Cellulose Nanofibers (CNFs) SS Nordi, EEM Noor, CK Kok, NM Julkapli, MF Baig, Polymers 17 (7), 899, 2, 2025, Q1
2. Chemical and Thermal Analysis of Fly Ash-Reinforced Aluminum Matrix Composites (AMCs), SS Nordin, EE Mhd Noor, P Chockalingam, Journal of Composites Science 8 (5), 170, 2024, Q1 3. Synthesis of cellulose nanofibers from jute fiber by using chemomechanical method, E Efzan, CK Kok, MJ Nurhidayatullaili, F1000Research 13 (40), 40, 2024, Q1 |
| 6. | Al-Si Modified LM6 Using Ladle Metallurgy Method | 1. Naphthenic Acid Corrosion Mitigation: The Role of Niobium in Low-Carbon Steel, NM Arifin, K Saravanan, EEM Noor, Materials 17 (13), 2024, Q2
2. The Properties and Microstructure of Na2CO3 and Al-10Sr Alloy Hybrid Modified LM6 Using Ladle Metallurgy Method, MN Ervina Efzan, HJ Kong, Materials 16 (20), 2023, 6780, Q1 |
| 7. | Healthcare Access for Rural Communities using AI and Remote Imaging Techniques | Presented at CITIC 2025 (Best Paper Award) Title: Lightweight CNN Models for Mobile-Based Eye Disease Screening |