ICA FACILITIES
CELL CULTURE LAB
The Cell Culture Laboratory is designed that focusing on mammalian cell culture research, a great tool for understanding the cellular and molecular biology. The lab outstanding facilities are including confocal microscope, biological safety cabinet for cell activities handling and CO2 incubators. Our scope of research is comprising of studying the effect of phytochemicals on cells, understanding physiology and biochemistry of cells and cell imaging. Proper aseptic condition including sterile handling, environment, reagents, media and good personal hygiene practice are our main target during operation to eliminate various contaminants such as microorganisms and viruses. Researches and students are almost welcome to our lab.
Contact:
Pn. Ariffi Suraya Rahmani
Research Officer (QA44)
06-974 2855
surayarahmani@utm.my
MICROBIOLOGY LAB
ICA offers microbiology laboratory services for the qualitative and quantitative assessments of products. Our main functionality of microbiology laboratory is plant microbe interaction, microbial biodiversity in agricultural and environmental system. We provide the following services to support the agricultural industries including antimicrobial effectiveness testing, beneficial microbe and even a basic enumeration of bacterial presence.
Contact:
Dr. Abd. Rahman Jabir Mohd Din
Research Officer (QA44)
06-974 2857
arahmanj@utm.my
BIOCHEMISTRY LAB
Biochemistry laboratory provide a research and development (R&D) and professional services equipped with sophisticated analytical instruments to suit research and analysis needs in biochemistry area. The laboratory multidisciplinary areas including plant profiling & chemistry, biomarker discovery, in vitro biochemical & cell-based assays, protein sequencing solution, in-vitro antioxidant assays and microelement analysis on plant, soil & fertilizer. Research collaboration among researchers, government and private agencies are welcome.
Contact:
Pn. Norliza Abdul Latiff
Research Officer (QA44)
06-974 2805
norlizaabdlatiff@utm.my
FOOD DEVELOPMENT LAB
Food development laboratory equipped with product development kitchen provides professional services related to food and nutraceutical research and product development through innovative approach including food science and technology, plant and nutrition, organic compound and biochemistry.
Contact:
Cik Nur Amalina Mohd Ropi
Research Officer (QA41)
06-974 2859
nuramalina.mr@utm.my
SOIL HEALTH LAB
ICA soil laboratory provides the services to support the foundation of sustainable agriculture through reliable soil sampling, testing and analysis, including biological, physical and chemical characteristics. Complemented by nutrient analysis, thorough information on the soil health can be evaluated. Recommendations will then be provided for optimum soil values tailored to specific soil and client’s goal. Maintaining healthy soil will boost productivity while reducing waste and environmental impact.
Contact:
Pn. Suhir Sulaiman
Research Officer (QA41)
06-974 2854
suhir@utm.my
SAMPLE PREPARING LAB
The Sample Preparation Laboratory is well equipped with a suite of work stations to support research and development in the agriculture, natural product, food products, biological samples, fertilizers and environmental areas. The laboratory helps us to promote, support and initiate research through preparation and processing of biological and chemical analyses. The sample preparation lab is equipped with laminar flow, hot plates, balances, ultrasonic baths and a drying oven, ultra-low temperature freezer and chiller. Sample Preparation Laboratories are potentially available to all our postgraduate students, researcher and teaching staff, as well as external clients including visitors from other universities, government agencies and industry partners.
Contact:
Pn. ChM Nur Fashya Musa
Research Officer (QA44)
06-974 2856
nurfashya@utm.my
FREEZE DRYING MACHINE
Freeze Drying is a method that removes the water content of the product by operating at a pressure below the Triple Point of water and applying heat. The ice vapour is then trapped on vapour condenser. Over time all the ice will migrate from the product to the ice condenser, resulting in a completely dry product.
Contact:
En. Khairilanuar Mohd Hanim
Engineer (J41)
06-974 2838
khairilanuarmh@utm.my
VACUUM TRAY DRYING MACHINE
Vacuum tray drying is conceptually the ideal method for drying thermal and/or oxygen sensitive materials (such as fruits and vegetables) due to the advantage of removing moisture at low temperatures for preservation or for the requirement of further processes.
Contact:
En. Khairilanuar Mohd Hanim
Engineer (J41)
06-974 2838
khairilanuarmh@utm.my
BIOTIC FARM
- Comprises 10 plots overall and 10 acres covered with sprinkler irrigation systems.
- 111 all type of long term fruit crops planted since May 2017.
- Cash crops (corn&banana), vegetables and chili soon to be planted in irrigated areas to cater research and market needs.
- Providing a comprehensive program of research, production of quality yield and community outreach and even agro tourism to deliver knowledge and skills that helps investigate solutions to food security issues.
GREEN HOUSE
- Saw-tooth type with size 20m (L) x 12m (W) x 4m (H)
- Bay 1 (120m2) comprises of Aquaponic system with Nutrient Film Technique (NFT)
- Bay 2 (120m2) comprises of drip irrigation, top soil and bench area.
- Greenhouse is designed and built for purpose education and research