Professor Dr. Badrul Hisham b. Yahaya (Advanced Medical and Dental Institute)
17 July 2025 (Thursday)
9.00 am-12.00 pm
Are you a postgraduate student navigating the thesis writing process? In my talk, I'll explore key insights from my experience as an academic examiner, offering practical advice to help you transform your thesis into a compelling piece of academic work. Building on the core themes of my work, Thesis Writing and Examiners' Expectations, this discussion is tailored for both new and experienced postgraduate students. I’ll highlight the essential components of a well-structured thesis and provide a deep dive into what examiners look for, ensuring you're prepared to meet and exceed their expectations. From selecting the right topic to crafting research questions, conducting literature reviews, presenting strong arguments, and drawing meaningful conclusions, this session will equip you with the tools needed to produce a thesis that stands out. Join me to gain valuable insights into the mind of an examiner and unlock the strategies to master your thesis journey with confidence!
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Siti Rohaida Mohamed Zainal (School of Management)
16 July 2025 (Wednesday)
9.00 am-12.00 pm
This session focuses on how to interpret and analyses the research findings in relation to the study’s objectives and research questions. Moving beyond the presentation of results, it explores underlying patterns, unexpected outcomes, and their implications within the broader theoretical and practical context. By connecting data to meaning, this chapter offers critical insights, explains the significance of the findings, and lays the foundation for informed conclusions and future recommendations.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sasidharan Sreenivasan (Institute for Research In Molecular Medicine)
15 July 2025 (Tuesday)
9.30 am-12.30 pm
Are you confident in your use of ANOVA, or could hidden pitfalls be compromising your research results? This talk is designed specifically for postgraduate students aiming to deepen their understanding of Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and its proper application in research. We’ll start by breaking down the core theoretical assumptions behind ANOVA, highlighting common mistakes researchers make when these assumptions are overlooked. You’ll learn how to choose the right type of ANOVA for different experimental designs, including one-way, two-way, repeated measures, and mixed models. More importantly, this session will guide you through the essential steps of designing experiments suited for ANOVA analysis. From randomization and replication to blocking and balancing, you’ll gain practical tools to ensure the validity and reliability of your statistical conclusions. Whether you're planning your next experiment or analyzing data, this talk will help you approach ANOVA with confidence and clarity.
Key takeaways:
• Understand the theoretical foundations and assumptions of ANOVA
• Identify and avoid common statistical and design pitfalls
• Choose the correct ANOVA test for your research question
• Learn best practices for designing experiments suitable for ANOVA
Prof. Dr. Andrew Tan Khee Guan (School of Social Sciences)
18 July 2025 (Friday)
9.00 am-11.00 am
The “PhD Finish Line” refers to the final stages of the doctoral program as the candidate completes the dissertation and prepares for the viva voce. Tips and guidance on writing the final chapters (Chapter 4 Results & Chapter 5 Discussion and Conclusion) will be provided. Key stages at the finish line, including the final drafts and revisions, formatting and submission timelines, and preparation and what to expect for the viva voce will be discussed.
Professor Dr. Lee Keat Teong (School of Chemical Engineering)
9 July 2025 (Wednesday)
9.00 am-12.00 pm
During my talk, I will share with you my experience on publication in reputable international peer reviewed journals as an author for more than the last 20 years and also as an Editor to a WoS Q1 journal for the last 10 years. Hopefully, I will be able to give you pointers that can help you in your academic publication endeavors.