Dr. Mansour Amini (School of Languages, Literacies & Translation)
9 September 2025 (Tuesday)
9.00am-12.00pm
This talk is designed to equip postgraduate students with essential knowledge and skills for responsible academic writing and successful research publication. The session begins by exploring the foundations of ethical academic writing, including key principles of academic integrity, common forms of misconduct, citation practices, and how to interpret similarity reports effectively. Participants will also be introduced to tools and strategies for maintaining originality and avoiding unintentional plagiarism. The second part focuses on the transition from thesis to publishable paper, addressing structural differences, journal selection strategies, and how to meet editorial expectations with clarity and scholarly rigour. In the final segment, participants will learn best practices for navigating the publication process, including authorship ethics, responding to reviewer feedback, and recognizing predatory journals. The talk concludes with a Q&A session, providing an open space for discussion, reflection, and experience-sharing.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sasidharan Sreenivasan (Institute for Research In Molecular Medicine)
23 September 2025 (Tuesday)
9.00 am-12.00pm
This workshop is designed to guide postgraduate students through the complete process of manuscript preparation and submission, from the initial drafting stages to final journal acceptance. It offers a comprehensive overview of academic publishing, covering how to choose an appropriate journal, structure and format a manuscript, and write each key section including the title, abstract, introduction, methods, results, and discussion. Participants will also learn how to navigate journal guidelines, understand ethical considerations, and avoid common pitfalls that lead to rejection. The workshop will demystify the submission process, provide strategies for effective responses to peer reviewers, and explain how to manage revisions and resubmissions. By the end of the session, students will be equipped with the knowledge and practical tools needed to confidently submit their research to peer-reviewed journals and advance their academic careers.
Dr. Siti Rahyla binti Rahmat (School of Social Sciences)
24 September 2025 (Wednesday)
9.30 am-12.00pm
In this talk series, participants will be given some scenarios to evaluate themselves if they are OK or vice versa. Participant will learn grounding techniques, the importance of connect with nature and deep breathing exercises for stress relief. Participants will also learn mindfulness technique such as how to do journaling and reflections every day. Participant will also learn how to plan their research journey within time and budget limitation.
Prof. Dr. Ahmad Zuhairi bin Abdullah (School of Chemical Engineering)
25 September 2025 (Thursday)
2.30pm-4.30pm
This talk is essential for students facing their thesis defense. This talk provides crucial guidance, emphasizing the importance of preparation, building confidence, and effective communication. It addresses common pitfalls, helps students understand examiner expectations, and offers tips on managing post-viva outcomes. By reducing anxiety, promoting comprehensive preparation, and enhancing professional development, the talk equips students to navigate the viva voce examination successfully and transition to the next phase of their academic or professional journey.
Madam Cik Ramlah binti Che Jaafar (Hamzah Sendut Library)
30 September 2025 (Tuesday)
9.00am-12.00pm
Topic will cover how to identify:
• Journals according to subject
• Journals in indexed platform (Scopus, Web of Science, MyCite & ERA)
• Journals quartile, impact factor and cite score
• Discontinued journals in Scopus
• Supressed titles in Web of Science