2nd Pharmacy-Biomedical Sciences Photography Contest

The photography competition has almost certainly become a tradition in the School of Pharmacy and Division of Biomedical Sciences. Photography is an exciting way to document our journey through life and share our perspectives with others. Despite the year-long lockdown, the contest was held as usual. This year’s theme was ‘Covid-19 vaccination’. All entries must …

Valedictorian Speech: School of Pharmacy Class of 2021

On 4th August 2021, we held our Graduation Function and Awards Ceremony, which for the second year running has been held online. Hana Sadida Qaulan, the School of Pharmacy Class Representative 2020/2021, gave a virtual valedictorian speech that shines light on the struggles and extraordinary effort of class of 2021 to cope with the challenge …

What Is It Like For A School Social Media Helper? – A Confession

Covid-19 has changed the way we use social media. During the pandemic where social contacts with others are limited, social media platform has become an important place for us to interact and stay connected for work, education and socialization. From March to May 2021, three Biomedical Sciences Year 1 students, Sherine Teo Hsun Yin, Elvina …

The Science in Life

Article written by: Siew Zhen Yun (Year 2 BSc Biomedical Sciences student) _________________________________________________________________________ As a biomedical scientist, I understand that everything around us is science, and everything under the same ecosphere is highly related to each other. I love to study the connection and interaction between living things and non-living things. Despite the global pandemic …

“I AM HERE”

COVID-19 pandemic has substantial impact on our daily life, including but not limited to teaching and learning. The sense of loneliness and isolation is growing larger day by day, which could take a toll on our mental health. To combat this together, UNM School of Pharmacy and Division of Biomedical Sciences academics and students expanded …

UNM Biomedical Sciences PhD Student Won ‘QIAGEN dPCR Learn & Earn Series’ 2020

Congratulations to Paulina Tan Pei Suu, PhD student from UNM Biomedical Sciences, for bagging RM10000 in ‘QIAGEN dPCR Learn & Earn Series’ 2020! Here is what she has to say about the award: I first heard of digital PCR from the technical support team from Qiagen as a possible solution for gene expression or even …

Vice-Chancellor’s Medal 2020 Winner – Dr. Aini Hamid

The warmest congratulations to Vice-Chancellor’s Medal 2020 Winner, Dr. Aini Hamid, from the School of Pharmacy and Division of Biomedical Sciences! She was nominated by Dr. Mustafa Al-Shagga. Read her achievement below: “Dr. Aini Hamid joined the school of Pharmacy in UNM about 10 years ago. She was one of the 4 pioneer members of the …

UNM BMS Alumni Testimonial: Hollysia Alda Agustie (2020)

Studying Biomedical Sciences in University of Nottingham Malaysia has been a challenging yet exciting journey. Back in 2016 I decided to enrol in the Biomedical Sciences program in UNM and I never once regret it. Looking back at the days where I just became a first year student, I remember being overwhelmed as everything was …

UNM BMS Alumni Testimonial: Siti Sarah Syahirah Azizan (2018)

Hello! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Siti Sarah Syahirah Azizan and I graduated with BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences in 2018. The 3-year program has accommodated a strong and solid foundation in expanding my knowledge and skills for my career journey through the quality education, welcoming environment and support that University of Nottingham …

UNM BMS Alumni Testimonial: Chan Chia Yung (2016)

Till today I keep learning how true the phrase is “It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey”. I graduated with a BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences in 2016. Today in 2020, I have pivoted far from that field of study, having worked in the technology, banking, and telecommunications industry, and also delving into the …