2024 Research Grants

• Internal

  RUI Khas

  1) Elucidating Physicochemical Properties And Various Stresses Of Novel And Innovative Nano Zirconia Titanium Microfibred Chitosan Calcium Silico Phosphate Biomaterial
  Grant Amount: RM 91,165.00
  Duration: 01 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Saleem, AP Ts. Dr. Dasmawati Mohamad, Ts. Dr. Mohamad Arif Awang Nawi

  Community Engagement Projects (BJIM)

  1) Penjagaan Kesihatan Mulut Orang Tua Kita : Program Kesihatan Pergigian yang disesuaikan (Tailored) untuk mengekalkan Penjagan Kesihatan Pergigian untuk Komuniti Warga Emas yang Tinggal di Rumah Seri Kenangan, Taman Kemumin, Kelantan
  Grant Amount: RM 15,000.00
  Duration: 01 June 2024 - 31 May 2025
  Researchers: AP Dr. Raja Azman Raja Awang, Dr. Noor Huda Ismail, Dr. Nurul Hanim Othman, Dr. Nusaibah Sakinah Nordin
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  2) Senyuman Abadi : Pemerkasaan Kesihatan Mulut Warga Emas di Pusat Aktiviti Warga Emas PadangTembak, Pengkalan Chepa
  Grant Amount: RM 9,984.00
  Duration: 01 June 2024 - 31 May 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Mohammad Majduddin Sulaiman, AP Dr. Yanti Johari, Dr. Munirah Mohd Adnan, Dr. Ahmad Hashridz Ruslan
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  3) Pemerkasaan Kesihatan Oral Komuniti Pelajar SRI Tok Kenali, Kota Bharu Melalui Modul Program Pendidikan Oral
  Grant Amount: RM 10,000.00
  Duration: 01 June 2024 - 31 May 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Rosnani Mamat, Dr. Kasmawati @ Norhidayati Mokhtar, Dr Hafizah Ibrahim
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  4) Towards Zero Cavity (AMBO Cakno Gigi Ambo)
  Grant Amount: RM 10,550.80
  Duration: 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Jan 2025
  Researchers: Dr Ruhaya Hasan, AP Dr Norkhafizah Saddki, Dr Mohd Zulkarnain Sinor
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  5) Pemerkasaan Kesihatan Oral Murid-Murid Sekolah Kebangsaan Pendidikan Khas, Kelantan untuk Mengurangkan Risiko Karies Gigi Melalui Aplikasi Pendidikan Kesihatan
  Grant Amount: RM 8,540.00
  Duration: 15 Oct 2024 - 14 Oct 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Noor Huda Ismail, AP Dr. Raja Azman Raja Awang, AP Ts Dr Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad, Dr Mohamad Syahrizal Halim, Dr Tuan Nadrah Naim T Ismail
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  6) Pemerkasaan Peranan Guru-Guru Program Pendidikan Khas Intergrasi (PPKI) Melalui Pendidikan Kesihatan Oral bagi Mengurangkan Penyakit Oral & Meningkatkan Tahap Kesihatan Oral Kanak-Kanak Bekeperluan Khas
  Grant Amount: RM 10,000.00
  Duration: 01 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2025
  Researchers: Dr Sarliza Yasmin Sanusi, Dr Basaruddin Ahmad, Dr Kasmawati @ Norhidayati Mokhtar, Dr Mohd Zulkarnain Sinor, Dr Nor Aidaniza Abdul Muttlib
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  Academic Research Grants (ARG)

  1) Kesihatan oral komuniti pelajar-pelajar dan guru-guru Sek. Men. Islam (SMI) Aman Kota Bharu
  Grant Amount: RM 10,000.00
  Duration: 01 July 2024 - 30 June 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Kasmawati @ Norhidayati Mokhtar, Dr. Rosnani Binti Mamat, Dr. Hafizah Ibrahim
  SDG4: Quality Education

  2) Design, Development and Evaluation of Directed Case-Based AI Assisted Learning in Biochemistry for Dental Undergraduate
  Grant Amount: RM 9,994.00
  Duration: 01 Sept 2024 - 30 August 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Norhayati Yusop, Dr. Nur Arnida Mohd Safuwan, Dr.  Khairul Bariah Binti Ahmad Amin, Dr. Norsamsu Arni Samsudin
  SDG4: Quality Education

  3) Exploring The Acceptability Of Kelantan Rugby Athletes Towards Digitally Designed And Manufactured Custom-Made Mouthguard
  Grant Amount: RM 9,994.00
  Duration: 01 Sept 2024 - 30 August 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Nurul Hanim Othman, Dr. Johari Abdullah, AP Dr. Norkhafizah Saddki, Dr. Matheel Zohair Yousif Alrawas
  SDG4: Quality Education

  Bridging Grants

  1) Poor sleep quality and its associated factors among coronary heart disease patients in Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia
  Grant Amount: RM 10,000.00
  Duration: 01 Sep 2024-31 Aug 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Noraini Mohamad, Prof. Dr. Azidah Abdul Kadir, AP Dr. W Yus Haniff, W Isa
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  2) Effect of Low-level Laser Therapy on Stability During Retention Phase after Orthodontic Treatment: A randomized controlled trial
  Grant Amount: RM 24,000.00
  Duration: 01 Sep 2024-31 Aug 2025
  Researchers: Dr Norma Ab Rahman, Ts. Dr. Mohamad Arif Awang Nawi
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  USM Short Term Grants

  1) Incorporation of MgAl Layered double hydroxide (LDH) in Polyamide for Fluoride Rechargeable Denture Base
  Grant Amount: RM 45,957.00
  Duration: 01 Sep 2024-31 Aug 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Mohammad Majduddin Bin Sulaiman, AP Ts. Dr. Dasmawati Mohamad, Dr. Muhammad Bisyrul Hafi Othman, AP Dr. Yanti Johari
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  2) Development of a Mobile Application Prototype on Prosthodontics Treatment Planning (PROSTGUIDE)
  Grant Amount: RM 45,553.00
  Duration: 01 Sep 2024-31 Aug 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Nurul Hanim Othman, AP Dr. Norkhafizah Saddki, Dr. Ruhaya Hasan, Dr. Suzi Iryanti Fadilah, AP Dr. Yanti Johari
  SDG4: Quality Education

  3) Ameliorative effects of Cynometra cauliflora Linn. on reproductive toxicity in high-fat diet-induced obese male mice
  Grant Amount: RM 46,000.00
  Duration: 01 Sep 2024-31 Aug 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Siti Rosmani Md Zin @ Zakaria, Dr Zainab Mat Yudin@ Badrin, Dr Nurhafizah Ghani
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  4) Longitudinal study on oral health status and functions and health-related quality of life of adult cancer patients receiving chemotherapy and/or head and neck radiotherapy
  Grant Amount: RM 38,366.00
  Duration: 01 Sep 2024-31 Aug 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Khuzaimah Kamarazaman, AP Dr. Norkhafizah Saddki

  5) The Expression of BCL9L, PER2, and TSPAN33 Genes in Oral Lichen Planus and Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  Grant Amount: RM 45,957.00
  Duration: 01 Sep 2024-31 Aug 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Norhaslina Mohd Rokemi, AP Ts Dr Azlina Ahmad, Dr Masitah Hayati Harun, Zuraiza Mohamad Zaini 
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  6) Assessment of Knowledge and Perceived Harm on E-Cigarette Use, and Periodontal Status among Adolescents in Kota Bharu, Kelantan
  Grant Amount: RM 42,383.00
  Duration: 01 Sep 2024-31 Aug 2026
  Researchers: Dr Nurul Wahida Mohd Hasan, Dr Munirah Mohd Adnan, AP Dr Zurairah Berahim
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  7) Development and Validation of a Questionnaire to Measure Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices (KAP) of Orthodontic and Prosthodontic Specialists on the Management of Stage IV Periodontitis
  Grant Amount: RM 39,665.00
  Duration: 01 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2026
  Researchers: Dr Nusaibah Sakinah Nordin, Dr Mohd Zulkarnain Sinor, AP Dr Raja Azman Raja Awang
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  8) Evaluation of physico-mechanical properties of novel zirconia microfibred nanozirconia filled composite resin
  Grant Amount: RM 44,647.00
  Duration: 01 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2026
  Researchers: AP Saleem, AP Dr Dasmawati Mohamad
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

• External

  International

  1) Finite Element Analysis of the Changes in Upper Respiratory Tract Morphology and Fluid Dynamics After MSE Treatment in Patients with Insufficient Maxillary Width
  Grant Amount: RM 15,000.00
  Sponsor: Changzhi People's Hospital Affiliated with Changzhi Medical College
  Duration: 15 Feb 2024-15 Feb 2027
  Researchers: Dr Norma Ab Rahman, Dr Wu Xiao Xue

  2) Categorical Data Analysis for Applied Sciences
  Grant Amount: RM 3,550.00
  Sponsor: Rashid Latif Dental College, Pakistan
  Duration: 15 Mar 2024-15 Mar 2025
  Researchers: AP Dr Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad, Dr Hazik Shahzad

  3) Effect of Miswak on Dental Composite Resin: In Vitro Study
  Grant Amount: RM 6,000.00
  Sponsor: Dr. Che Dental Clinic Limited Liability Company, China
  Duration: 18 Apr 2024-17 Oct 2025
  Researchers: Dr Noor Huda Ismail, AP Dr Raja Azman Raja Awang, AP Dr Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad

  KPT-Fundamental Research Grant Scheme, FRGS 

  1) Elucidating the impact of various photoinitiators on the properties of newly developed dental rice-husk-based flowable resin composites
  Grant Amount: RM 147,005.00
  Duration: 01 August 2024-31 July 2027
  Researchers: Dr Matheel Zohair Yousif Alrawas, AP Dr Yanti Johari, AP Ts Dr Dasmawati Mohamad, Dr Tahir Yusuf Noorani, Dr Johari Abdullah, Dr Nurul Hanim Othman
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  2) Elucidating the Mechanism and Function of Reactive Oxygen Species in Regeneration of Bone Using Ultrasound Therapy
  Grant Amount: RM 144,400.00
  Duration: 01 August 2024-31 July 2027
  Researchers: Dr Marzuki Omar, AP Dr Nurul Asma Abdullah, AP Ts Dr Dasmawati Mohamad, Prof Dr Ab Rani Samsudin
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  3) Elucidation of silanization effect of kenaf cellulose nanocrystals on remaining double bond in reinforced dental composite polymerization
  Grant Amount: RM 127,027.00
  Duration: 01 August 2024-31 July 2027
  Researchers: Dr Rabihah Alawi, AP Ts Dr Dasmawati Mohamad, AP Dr Hazwan Hussin, AP Dr Yanti Johari, Dr Nor Aidaniza Abdul Muttlib, Dr Mohamad Syahrizal Halim 
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being 

  Other Goverment Agencies

  1) Mechanical Reinforcement of Dental Materials for Removable Dental Prosthesis Construction
  Grant Amount: RM 70,000.00
  Sponsor: Lembaga Kenaf dan Tembakau Negara
  Duration: 10 May 2024-09 May 2026
  Researchers: Dr Nurulezah Hasbullah, AP Ts. Dr. Dasmawati Mohamad, Dr. Johari Abdullah, Dr Mohd Firdaus Yhaya, AP Dr Yanti Johari, Dr Abdul Manaf Abdullah

  Community

  1) Projek Pemerkasaan Kesihatan Mulut Komuniti B40 Kampung Sungai Pas, Kuala Krai, Kelantan Bagi Meningkatkan Kualiti Hidup dan Kesejahteraan
  Grant Amount: RM 100,000.00
  Sponsor : Ministry of Finance, Malaysia (Kerajaan)
  Duration: 01 June 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
  Researchers: Dr. Rabihah Binti Alawi, Dr. Huwaina Abd Ghani, Dr. Kasmawati @ Norhidayati Mokhtar, Dr. Nor Aidaniza Abdul Muttlib, Dr. Mohamad Syahrizal Halim
  SDG3: Good Health & Well-Being

  2) Penanaman Cendawan menggunakan Rumah Pintar bagi Asnaf Fakir/Miskin/Muallaf
  Grant Amount: RM 131,000.00
  Sponsor : Bank Rakyat (Swasta)
  Duration: 01 July 2024 - 30 June 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Johari Abdullah
  SDG8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

  Industry

  1) Clotwave Analysis in Chronic Kidney Disease
  Grant Amount: RM 39,997.80
  Duration: 01 Jul 2024-30 Jun 2026
  Sponsor: National Kidney Foundation (NGO)
  Researchers: Dr Wan Suriana Wan Ab Rahman, Nor Khairul Putra Mohd Madi, Dr. Salfarina Iberahim, Nurul Huda Abdullah

  2) The Effects of Natural Enzyme Containing Mouthwash in Wound Healing After Surgical Removal of Impacted Third Molar: A Double Blind, Randomized-Controlled Research
  Grant Amount: RM 51,692.80
  Sponsor: MBD Marketing Sdn Bhd (Swasta)
  Duration: 01 Nov 2024-31 Oct 2026
  Researchers: Dr Marzuki Omar

  3) Prevalence of Neuropathic Pain and its Associated Factors Among Diabetes Mellitus Patients Attending Hospital Sains Malaysia
  Grant Amount: RM 19,975.20
  Duration: 01 Nov 2024- 1 Nov 2027
  Sponsor: Brego Life Science Sdn Bhd (Swasta)
  Researchers: Dr Noraini Mohamad, AP Dr. Rosediani Muhamad, AP Ts Dr Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad, Dr Zainab Mat Yudin @Badrin

2023 Research Grants

• Internal

  Short Term Grants

  1) Potential osseous regeneration and soft tissue healing properties of Amniotic Membrane and Platelet Rich Fibrin –A randomized control trial in mandibular third molar impaction sockets.
  Grant Amount: RM 38,498.00
  Duration: 01 March 2023 - 28 Feb 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Mohd Faizal Abdullah, Prof. Dr. Shaifulizan Ab. Rahman

  2) Synthesis and Characterization of Algin Calcium-silicate Bioactive-glass Root Canal Sealer for Dental Application
  Grant Amount: RM 45,972.00
  Duration: 01 July 2023 - 30 Jun 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Tahir Yusuf Noorani, Assoc. Prof.  Dr. Norhayati Luddin, Dr. Huwaina Abd Ghani, Dr. Josephine Lai Chang Hui

  3) Comparative evaluation of antibacterial efficiency of sodium hypochlorite, chlorhexidine, N-acetylcysteine, home bleach and their combination as root canal irrigants : an intro study
  Grant Amount: RM 41,535.00
  Duration: 01 Nov 2023 - 31 Oct 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Rosnani Mamat,Dr. Huwaina Abd Ghani, Dr. Norhayati Yusop

  4) Marginal adaptation and microbial leakage of alkasite restorative material- an in vitro study
  Grant Amount: RM 41,535.00
  Duration: 01 Nov 2023 - 31 Oct 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Hafizah Ibrahim, Dr. Kasmawati @Norhidayati Mokhtar, Dr. Norhayati Yusop, Mohamad Arif Awang Nawi

  5) Antimicrobial and cytotoxixity analysis of syzygium cumini leaf extract and its mouthwash formulation towards development of oral health care product
  Grant Amount: RM 20,000.00
  Duration: 01 Nov 2023 - 31 Oct 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Suharni Mohamad, Dr. Azlina Ahmad, Pn. Haswati@ Nurhayati Abdullah, Dr. Nurhanan Murni Yunos, Dr. Mailina Jamil, Dr. Nor Datiaakma Mat Amin

  BJIM Grants

  1) Kesihatan Oral Anak Yatim : Pemerkasaan Kesihatan Pergigian Yang Optimum melalui Modul E-Buku
  Grant Amount: RM 10,000.00
  Duration: 01 April 2023 - 31 March 2024
  Researchers: Dr Norma Ab Rahman, Dr Huwaina Ab Ghani, Dr Umi Mardiyyah Mat Ali, Dr Liyana Ghazali, Pn. Yanty Suarni Bustaman, Pn Siti Akhirah Hasmi, Pn Rosalinda Mohamad

  2) Pemeriksaan Keihatan Mulut dan Kepentingan Kesihatan Mental dan Fizikal Terhadap Kesihatan Mulut Komuniti Sekolah Pendidikn Khas Kelantan Melalui Modul Program Pendidikan Kesihatan Komuniti Sekolah Pendidikan Khas (PKSKPK)
  Grant Amount: RM 8,269.00
  Duration: 05 May 2023 - 4 May 2024
  Researchers: Dr. Noor Huda Ismail, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Raja Azman Raja Awang, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wan Muhamad Amir Bin Wan Ahmad, Dr Mohamad Syahrizal Halim

  3) Pemerkasaan Kesihatan Oral Murid Bekeperluan Pendidikan Khas (MBPK) Melalui Modul Pendidikan Kesihatan Oral Murid Bekeperluan Khas Terhadap Guru (PKOMBKG)
  Grant Amount: RM 7,681.00
  Duration: 05 May 2023 - 4 May 2024
  Researchers: Dr. Noraida Mamat @Mohd Yusuff, Dr. Aimi Binti Kamarudin

  4) Pemerkasaan Kesihatan Oral Komuniti Guru SRI Aman, Kota Bharu Melalui Modul Pendidikan Kesihatan Oral
  Grant Amount: RM 2,761.8.00
  Duration: 05 May 2023 - 4 May 2024
  Researchers: Dr. Kasmawati @Norhidayati Binti Mokhtar, Dr. Rosnani Binti Mamat

• External

  International

  1) Evaluation of the push-out bond strength and dentinal tubule penetration of endodontically treated teeth with commercially available root canal sealers: a in-vitra study.
  Grant Amount: RM 10,500.00
  Sponsor : KSA & Global Dental Research Consultants, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  Duration: 01 March 2023 - 31 Dec 2024
  Researchers: Dr. Tahir Yusuf Noorani

  KPT-Fundamental Research Grant Scheme, FRGS

  1) Elucidating the mechanism of alpha-klotho protein in fibroblast growth factor 23 signaling pathway in the progression of chronic kidney disease patients with periodontitis following periodontal therapy.
  Grant Amount: RM 177,200.00
  Duration: 01 Oct 2023 - 31 Sept 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Hanim Afzan Binti Ibrahim, Dr. Nur Karyatee Binti Kassim, Assoc. Prof. Haslina Taib, Dr. Siti Aishah Zainal, Dr. Nurul Huda Bt Abdullah

  2) Elucidating mechanisms of calcium hydroxide incorporated with copper oxide nanoparticle against E.faecalis as root canal medicament
  Grant Amount: RM 166,539.00
  Duration: 01 Oct 2023 - 31 Sept 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Huwaina Binti Abd Ghani, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suharni Binti Mohamad,  Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wan Nazatul Shima Binti Shahidan, Dr. Nur Fatiha Ghazali

  3) Elucidating an arima-LSTM hybrid model with exogenous variables for forecasting and improving COVID-19 decision making
  Grant Amount: RM 72,240.00
  Duration: 01 Oct 2023 - 31 Sept 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Mohamad Arif Bin Awang Nawi, Firdaus Bin Mohamad Hamzah, Dr. Kamarul Imran Musa, Dr. Zainab Binti Mat Yudin@Badrin

  4) Deciphering the neuroinflammatory interplay of angiogenesis, oxidative stress, and neuroplasticity mechanism in stroke patients following robotic exoskeleton -assisted rehabilitation
  Grant Amount: RM 169,455.00
  Duration: 01 Oct 2023 - 31 Sept 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Nur Karyatee Binti Kassim, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wan Muhamad Amir Bin W Ahmad, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muzaimi Mustapha, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kannan Thirumulu Ponnuraj, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muhamad Hafiz Bin Hanafi, Dr. Hanim Afzan Binti Ibrahim

  5) Investigating the mechanism of neurogenic differentiation of stem cells from human exfoliated deciduous teeth (SHED) in response to modulation of serotonin receptor 7 (5-HTR7)
  Grant Amount: RM 191,225.00
  Duration: 01 Oct 2023 - 31 Sept 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Nurhafizah Binti Ghani, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Azlina Ahmad, Dr. Mohd Nor Azim Bin Ab Patar, Dr. Nzlahshaniza Shafin

  Industry

  1) Development of energy bar using white oyster mushroom
  Grant Amount: RM 219,000.00
  Sponsor: TDC Holdings Sdn Bhd (Swasta)
  Duration: 01 June 2023 - 31 Mei 2026
  Researchers: Dr. Johari Abdullah, Dr. Syahariza Zainul Abidin,  Dr. Musfirah Zulkurnain, Dr. Norsila Abdul Wahab, Dr. Nurulezah Hasbullah, Assoc. Prof. Dr.Yanti Johari , Dr. Hamid Yusoff

  2) Oral sysptoms and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) among patients with diabetes mellitus attending HUSM
  Grant Amount: RM 2,121.00
  Sponsor: Persatuan Pakar-Pakar Perubatan Keluarga Malaysia (NGO)
  Duration: 27 Sept 2023 - 26 Sept 2024
  Researchers: Dr. Noraini Mohamad, Dr. Zainab Binti Mat Yudin@Badrin, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad

  3) The effectiveness of fixed dose combination of alpha lipoic acid and vitamin B preparations for treatment of diabetic polyneuropathy in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients : a randomized placebo-controlled trial
  Grant Amount: RM 90,000.00
  Sponsor : Brego Life Sciences Sdn Bhd (Swasta)
  Duration: 14 Nov 2023 - 13 Nov 2025
  Researchers: Dr. Noraini Mohamad, Dr. Zainab Binti Mat Yudin@Badrin,  Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad, Dr. Nani Binti Deraman, Dr. Ritzzaleena Rosli Binti Mohd Rosli

  4) In vitro research of oxy-ionic solution :cytotoxicity study on human periodontal ligament fibroblast cell line and antimicrobial effect on streptococcus mutans
  Grant Amount: RM 73,892.00
  Sponsor : Yusenviro Sdn Bhd (Swasta)
  Duration: 01 Dec 2023 - 31 Dec 2024
  Researchers: Prof. Dr. Rozita Hassan, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suharni Binti Mohamad,  Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wan Nazatul Shima Binti Shahidan

Short Term Grants

1) Temporal and storage effects on dimensional stability of 3D printed mandible models
Grant Amount: RM11,000.00
Duration: 01 Jun 2022 - 31 May 2024
Researchers: Pn Syafawati Zaim, Assoc. Prof. Dr Mohd Fadhli Khamis, Dr Johari Abdullah

2) Time and Radiant exposure effect of 660nm LED irradiation in an in-vitro epithelial wound healing model
Grant Amount: RM37,970.00
Duration: 01 August 2022 - 31 July 2024
Researchers: Dr Siti Aishah Binti Zainal, Dr. Naser Mahmoud Ahmed, Assoc. Dr Haslina Taib, Assoc.Dr Azlina Ahmad, Assoc.Ts. Dr. Fatanah Mohamad

3) Association of the dental arch morphology with impacted canine: a 3D geometric morphometric study
Grant Amount: RM 26,600.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2024
Researchers: Dr. Umi Mardhiyyah Mat Ali, Assoc. Dr Mohd Fadhli Khamis, Dr Norma Ab Rahman

4) Effects of different camphorquinone concentrations on the physical and mechanical properties of experimental green based flowable resin composite.
Grant Amount: RM 41,065.00
Duration: 01 Dec 2022 - 31 Nov 2024
Researchers: Dr Matheel Zohair Yousif Alrawas, Dr Tahir Yusuf Noorani, Prof. Dr Adam Husein, Dr Yanti Johari, Assoc. Dr Dasmawati Mohamad

5) Comparison between the effectiveness of low grade laser therapy and conventional analgesics for pain reduction during orthodontics treatment in Malay female population: A Randomised Controlled Trial
Grant Amount: RM34,000.00
Duration: 1 Jun 2022 - 31 May 2024
Researchers: Dr Liyana Ghazali, Dr Norma Ab Rahman, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Fadhli Khamis

Industrial Grants

1) Evaluation of Bioactivity Properties of Novel Nanohydroxy Apatitesilica Added Glass Ionomer Cement for Use as Dental Restorations
Grant Amount: RM15,000.00    Sponsor : Agrostone Sdn Bhd
Duration: 15 Jan 2022 - 14 Jan 2024
Researchers: Assoc. Prof. Dr Norhayati Luddin

2) Characterisation Of Commercially Available Bioceramic Root Canal Sealers
Grant Amount: RM10,500.00    Sponsor : KSA & Global Dental Research Consultants, Arab Saudi
Duration: 01 Feb 2022 - 31 Julai 2023 
Researchers: Dr. Tahir Yusuf Noorani

3) Evaluation of Maxillary Skeletal Expansion In Young Adult With Two Different Activation Protocol: A Randomized Clinical Research
Grant Amount: RM10,500.00    Sponsor :  KPS Dental Care Team Sdn Bhd
Duration: 15 Jan 2022 - 14 Jan 2024
Researchers:Dr Norma Ab Rahman

5) Planning and Designing Your Research Hypothesis
Grant Amount: RM 3215.25      Sponsor : Mediclaras Pharmacy
Duration: 24 May 2022 -  31 May 2023
Researchers: Assoc. Ts. Dr. Wan Ahmad Amir Wan Ahmad

6) Stimulasi Diod Pemancar Cahaya Biru Untuk Optimisasi Pertumbuhan Cendawan Tiram Putih Dalam Persekitaran Terkawal
Grant Amount: RM 50,000.00   Sponsor : Satumarin Sdn Bhd
Duration: 1 August 2022 - 31 July 2024 
Researchers: Dr Johari Abdullah, Dr Norsila binti Abdul Wahab, Dr Nurulezah binti Hasbullah, Dr Yanti Binti Johari,  Dr Abdul Haadi bin Abdul Manap, Dr Hamid bin Yusoff

7) The use of light stimulation for oyster mushroom growth in a controlled environment
Grant Amount: RM 15,000.00    Sponsor : Samurai Yakiniku Sdn Bhd
Duration: 1 Oct 2022 -  30 Sept 2024
Researchers: Dr Saidi Bin Jaafar, Dr Norsila binti Abdul Wahab, Dr Johari Abdullah, Dr Asilah Binti Yusuf, Dr Abdul Haadi bin Abdul Manap, Dr Hamid bin Yusoff

8) The Clinical Safety and Performance of TL Sharps Bin Among Experienced Dental Surgeons and Medical Doctors : A Study in USM
Grant Amount: RM 17,272.5     Sponsor : TL Borneo Sdn Bhd
Duration: 1 Dec 2022 -  31 Dec 2023
Researchers: Dr Tang Liszen

PRGS Grant

1) Development of CharM as a Regenerative Wound Product
Grant Amount: RM195,500.00
Duration: 01 Julai 2022 - 30 Jun 2024
Researchers: Assoc. Prof. Dr Azlina Binti Ahmad, Assoc. Prof. Dr Mahaneem Bt Mohamed, Assoc. Prof. Dr Kannan Thirumulu Ponnuraj, Ts. Dr. Wan Nazatul Shima Binti Shahidan, Prof. Dr Suzina Sheikh Abdul Hamid, Dr Masitah Hayati Binti Harun

FRGS Grant 

1) Developing a Hybrid of Multi -Layer Feed -Forward Neural Networks (MLFF) and Linear Models (LM) for Biometry Modeling
Grant Amount: RM 75,000.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2024
Researchers: Assoc. Ts. Dr. Wan Ahmad Amir Wan Ahmad, Pn. Nor Azlida Binti Aleng, Assoc. Dr. Norfadhlina Binti Abdul Halim, Dr Nuzlinda Binti Abdul Rahman, Assoc. Dr Nor Farid Mohd Noor, Prof. Noor Maizura Binti Mohamed Noor

2) The potential modulation of telomerase activity influencing telomere length in the presence of Kelulut polyphenols for cell senescence inhibition
Grant Amount: RM 166,220.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2025
Researchers: Assoc. Dr. Kannan Thirumulu Ponnuraj, Assoc. Dr Azlina Ahmad, Prof. Dr Gan Siew Hua, Dr Marahaini Binti Musa

3) Investigation of factors determining the uniqueness of tooth occlusal features in both gender among Malaysians
Grant Amount: RM 65,629.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2024
Researchers: Assoc. Dr. Mohd Fadhli Khamis, Dr Johari Bin Abdullah, Assoc. Ts. Dr. Wan Ahmad Amir Wan Ahmad

4) Elucidating the COVID-19 infection and vaccine issues among pregnant women in Malaysia: a mixed-method study with regards to knowledge, attitude, and their perception.
Grant Amount: RM 106,150.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2025
Researchers: Dr. Zainab Binti Mat Yudin @ Badrin, Prof. Dr Azidah Bt Abdul Kadir, Assoc. Dr. Norhayati Binti Mohd Noor, Assoc. Ts. Dr. Wan Ahmad Amir Wan Ahmad, Dr Erinna Bt Mohamad Zon, Norsiah Ali

5) A new concept of calcium hydroxide and Cymbopogon citratus based intracanal medicament against Enterococcus faecalis and its cytotoxicity effect on human gingival fibroblasts.
Grant Amount: RM 111,449.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2025
Researchers: Dr Nik Rozainah Bt Nik Abdul Ghani, Assoc. Dr. Suharni Binti Mohamad, Assoc. Dr. Kannan Thirumulu Ponnuraj, Dr. Fatimah Suhaily Abdul Rahman, Puan Haswati @ Nurhayati Binti Abdullah, Susilawati Bt Toeman

6) Elucidating stress distribution and retention of maxillary obturators (Aramany's Class I) constructed with different materials and designs.
Grant Amount: RM 121,247.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2024
Researchers: Dr. Azirrawani Ariffin, Prof. Dr. Adam Husein, Dr Yanti Johari, Dr Johari Abdullah, Dr Norwahida Yusoff, Dr Nafij Bin Jamayet

7) Mechanistic and Interaction Investigation of Alginate/Agarose Hydrogel incorporated Silver Nanoparticles as Nanobiocomposite Towards Promoting Wound Healing
Grant Amount: RM 139,981.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2024
Researchers: Dr Nur Fatiha Ghazalli, Dr. Norhayati Yusop, Dr Juan Bin Matmin, Ts. Dr. Rabiatul Basria Binti S M N Mydin, Prof. Dr. Shaharum Bin Shamsuddin

8) Elucidating the molecular mechanism driven by miR-103a-3p on Toll-Like Receptors pathway as a potential biomarker for periodontitis
Grant Amount: RM 152,190.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2024
Researchers: Ts. Dr. Wan Nazatul Shima Binti Shahidan,  PM Dr Suharni Mohamad, PM Dr Hasliana Taib, PM Dr TP Kannan

9) Elucidating the role of Trichomonas tenax cysteine proteases in the aetiopathogenesis of periodontitis
Grant Amount: RM 136,754.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2024
Researchers: PM Dr Suharni Mohamad, Ts. Dr. Wan Nazatul Shima Binti Shahidan, PM Dr. Haslina Bt. Taib, Profesor Dr. Zeehaida
Mohamed, Dr. Emelia Binti Osman, PM Dr. Ridhwan Bin Abdul Wahab

10) Elucidating The Cytokine Receptors And Gene Expression Profile In Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Grant Amount: RM 164,200.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2022 - 31 August 2024
Researchers: Dr. Wan Majdiah Binti Wan Mohamad, Dr. Rohimah Mohamud, Dr. Norhayati Yusop, PM Dr. Nik Rosmawati Binti Nik Husain, Dr. Mohd Jazman Bin Che Rahim, Datin Dr. Asmahan Binti Mohamed Ismail

BJIM Grant

1) Penanaman Cendawan di MACMA Kelantan bagi Membantu Ekonomi Mualaf Golongan B40
Grant Amount: RM 20,000.00
Duration: 01 Jun 2022 - 31 Mei 2023
Researchers: Dr. Norsila Binti Abdul Wahab, Dr Johari Abdullah, Dr Hamid bin Yusoff, Dr Roselinda Ab Rahman

Research University Grants

1) The Investigation of Different Dental Titanium-Implant Hygiene Intrumentation on Streptococcus sanguinis Colonization
Grant Amount: RM54,000.00
Duration: 01 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2023
Researchers: Assoc. Dr. Akram Hassan, Dr. Mohd Zulkarnain Sinor, Prof. Dr. Zeehaida Mohamed

Short Term Grants

1) Expression of Inhibitory Neurotransmitter GABAA Receptor in Human Dental Pulp: A Potential Role in Dental Nociceptive Signalling
Grant Amount: RM33,322.00
Duration: 01 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2022
Researchers: Dr. Rosmaliza Ramli, Dr. Wan Nazatul Shima Shahidan, Dr. Nurhafizah Ghani, Dr. Tang Liszen

2) Synthesis of Alginate/Agarose/ Silver Nanocomposite for wound dressing Application
Grant Amount: RM32,203.00
Duration: 01 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2022
Researchers: Dr. Nur Fatiha Ghazali, Dr. Norhayati Yusop, Dr. Juan Matmin

3) Physiomechanical Properties of Novel NanoCalcium Silico Phosphate Biomaterial
Grant Amount: RM24,280.00
Duration: 01 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2023
Researchers: Dr. Saleem, Dr. Huwaina Ab Ghani, Dr. Tahir Yusuf Norani

4) Apical Sealing Ability and Adaptation of Four Different Endodontic  Sealers to Root Canal Walls: An In Vitro Study
Grant Amount: RM31,716.00
Duration: 01 Mei 2021 - 30 April 2023
Researchers: Dr. Aimi Kamaruddin, Dr. Nik Rozainah Nik Ab Ghani, Dr. Tahir Yusuf Norani

5) Microsatellite Analysis in Patients with Non-Syndromic Cleft Lip and/or Palate with or without Hypodontia
Grant Amount: RM21,300.00
Duration: 01 April 2021 - 31 Mac 2023
Researchers: Norliana Ghazali, Prof. Dr. Normastura Abd Rahman, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Azlina Ahmad

6) Effect of Serotonin on Proliferative Capacity of Stem Cells from SHED (Stem Cells from Human Exfoliated Decidous Teeth)
Grant Amount: RM40,000.00
Duration: 01 Sept 2021 - 31 August 2023
Researchers: Dr. Nurhafizah Ghani, Dr. Zurairah Berahim, Dr. Norhayati Yusop

7) Effect of Fasting on Brain and Dental Perfusion Among Smokers Attending to Dental Clinic, HUSM
Grant Amount: RM39,934.00
Duration: 01 Oct 2021 - 30 Sept 2023
Researchers: Dr. Wan Mohd Nazlee Wan Zainon, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haslina Taib, Dr Norazlina Mat Nawi, Assoc. Prof. Dr Subapriya Suppiah

Industrial Grants

1) Commercialization Of Herbal Mouthwash Derived From Clinacanthus Nutans
Grant Amount: RM10,939.25
Duration: 01 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021
Researchers: Assoc. Prof. Dr. T. P. Kannan, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Azlina Ahmad, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nurul Asma Binti Abdullah, Assoc. Prof. Dr Suharni Binti Mohamad, Dr. Tan Nadrah Naim Bt T Ismail @T Manah, Assoc. Prof. Dr Khairani Idah Mokhtar

2) 3D Reconstruction And Rehabilitation Of Patients With Oral And Maxillofacial Defects
Grant Amount: RM126,000.00
Duration: 01 Feb 2021 - 31 Jan 2023
Researchers: Dr. Johari Bin Abdullah

3) Effect of Processing Parameters on Physico-Chemical and Biological Properties of Goose Bone Nanoparticles
Grant Amount: RM 95,000.00
Duration: 01 Mac 2021 - 28 Feb 2023
Researchers: Dr. Johari Bin Abdullah, Dr. Mohd Firdaus Bin Yhaya, Dr. Norsila Binti Abdul Wahab, Dr Wan Nazatul Shima Bt Shahidan, Pn. Fatimah Suhaily Binti Abdul Rahman, En. Abdul Manaf Bin Abdullah, Dr. Asanah Radhi, Dr. Mohd Hafiz Arzmi, En. Ahmad Azani Othman

4) The Clinical Safety and Performance of TL Dental Needle Among Experienced Dental Surgeons : A Study in USM and UM
Grant Amount: RM 13,380.00
Duration: 1 Ogos 2021 - 1 Ogos 2022
Researchers: Dr. Tang Liszen, Assoc. Prof. Dr Wan Muhamad Amir Bin W Ahmad, Prof. Dr Sabri Musa, Assoc. Prof. Dr Firdaus Hariri, Assoc. Prof. Dr Norasmatul Akma Ahmad,Dr Tan Chuey Chuan, Dr S. Wade'ah Wafa Bt Wafa S.S.T

FRGS Grants

1) Elucidating the interaction between human amniotic membrane impregnated honey and cell growth for periodontal tissue regeneration
Grant Amount: RM 116,650.00
Duration: 07 Sept 2021 - 6 Sept 2024
Researchers: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haslina Bt Taib, Dr. Zurairah Binti Berahim, Assoc. Prof. Azlina Bt Ahmad, Prof. Dr. Suzina Bt Sheikh Ab Hamid

2) Modulation of GABAergic pain signalling by glutamate decarboxylase enzymes in human chronic pulpitis for dental pain management
Grant Amount: RM 161,000.00
Duration: 07 Sept 2021 - 6 Sept 2024
Researchers: Dr. Rosmaliza Ramli, Prof. Nikita L.Gamper, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Azlina Binti Ahmad, Dr. Sarahani Binti Harun, Dr. Nik Rozainah Bt Nik Abdul Ghani

3) The Effects of 3D printed Polymide 12 composite pores on osteogenic and angiogenic differentiation
Grant Amount: RM 129,050.00
Duration: 07 Sept 2021 - 6 Sept 2024
Researchers: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dasmawati Binti Mohamad, Dr. Nurul Asma Binti Abdullah, Dr. Marzuki Bin Omar, Encik Abdul Manaf Abdullah, Prof. Dr Rani Samsudin

4) Enhancement of antimicrobial elimination on denture base resin through microcapsules drug delivery technology
Grant Amount: RM 101,420.00
Duration: 07 Sept 2021 - 6 Sept 2024
Researchers: Assoc. Prof. Zaihan Bin Ariffin, Prof. Ir. Dr. Mariatti Binti Jaafar @ Mustapha, Dr Yanti Johari, Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr Zuratul Ain Binti Abdul Hamid, Assoc. Prof. Dr Suharni Binti Mohamad

KKM Grant

1) Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of working mothers on CACF in Kota Bharu, Kelantan
Grant Amount: RM 20,466.00
Duration: 1 Jan 2021 - 1 Jan 2022
Researchers: Dr. Ruhaya Hasan, Prof. Dr. Hamid Jan, AP. Dr. Rohana Abdul Jalil, AP. Ts. Dr. Wan Muhamad Amir Wan Ahmad, Cik Rusidah Selamat, En Nazli Suhardi Ibrahim