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Academic Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy (Halal Product Science) - Doctor of Philosophy, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
- Master of Science (Chemistry) - Masters Degree, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
- Bachelor of Science (Industrial Chemistry) - Bachelor Degree, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
Nurrulhidayah Binti Ahmad Fadzillah (Assoc. Prof. Dr.)
Associate Professor
IIUM Gombak Campus
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HALAL RESEARCH AND TRAINING
nurrulhidayah@iium.edu.my
5592
Expert Profile
Assistant Professor Dr. Nurrulhidayah bt Ahmad Fadzillah was born in Johor Bahru, Johor. She joined International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) as an Assistant Professor in 2016. Since then, she has been serving in the same University. Presently, she is the Head of Training and International Halal Audit at International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART). Prior to this, Dr. Nurrulhidayah is a certified trainer for the Halal Professional Board and Malaysia International Halal Academy, JAKIM. At the same time, she was a developer for Executive Diploma in Halal Science Management Program for Centre of Research for Fiqh Science and Technology, UTM Skudai, Johor and Diploma in Halal Management for International Islamic College.
She lectures on Advanced Food analysis and Philosophy of Halal Science, Authentication and analytical method in Halal food. She had been invited in various halal-related conference, seminars and workshop local and international. She has various halal industries experience as consultant, trainers and auditors focuses to technical issues in Halal Industry, Halal Certification Requirements, Internal Halal Audit for local and international companies such as Japan, China, Korea, and Taiwan.
She had won a medal as Young Woman in Science as contributors in Halal field research by Venus International foundation in 2018. She also received medal in World Halal Research 2012 and several medals in various universities related to Halal research. Dr. Nurrulhidayah was specializing in Halal food chemistry, Halal Product innovation, Muslim Friendly SPA, Halal food authentication, fundamental of Halal and Haram in Islam, Halal certification requirements, Halal assurance system, Halal internal auditor, Halal education, Halal Training and module development. She had conducted many researches, published several chapters in books and does a presentation in conference locally and internationally on halal and its related matters.
She lectures on Advanced Food analysis and Philosophy of Halal Science, Authentication and analytical method in Halal food. She had been invited in various halal-related conference, seminars and workshop local and international. She has various halal industries experience as consultant, trainers and auditors focuses to technical issues in Halal Industry, Halal Certification Requirements, Internal Halal Audit for local and international companies such as Japan, China, Korea, and Taiwan.
She had won a medal as Young Woman in Science as contributors in Halal field research by Venus International foundation in 2018. She also received medal in World Halal Research 2012 and several medals in various universities related to Halal research. Dr. Nurrulhidayah was specializing in Halal food chemistry, Halal Product innovation, Muslim Friendly SPA, Halal food authentication, fundamental of Halal and Haram in Islam, Halal certification requirements, Halal assurance system, Halal internal auditor, Halal education, Halal Training and module development. She had conducted many researches, published several chapters in books and does a presentation in conference locally and internationally on halal and its related matters.
Area of Specialisation
- Agricultural ~ Agricultural Science And Technology ~ Food Sciences and Nutrition ~ Halal Products - Halal Product Science
Teaching Responsibilities
| GOVERNANCE in HALAL INDUSTRY | 2024/2025 |
| HALAL AUDIT AND CERTIFICATION | 2024/2025 |
| INTRODUCTION TO HALAL SCIENCE | 2025/2026 2024/2025 |
Supervision
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Differentiation Of Gelatine (Bovine, Porcine And Fish) By Maillard Reaction Using E-Tongue And E-Nose Combined With Chemometrics Method.
Ph.D
Completed
2022
Co-supervisor
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Exploring The Barriers And Drivers Of Halal Verification Apps Adoption In Malaysia.
Ph.D
In Progress
Co-supervisor
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Development Of Halal Standards And Certification For Cultured Meat In Singapore.
Ph.D
In Progress
Co-supervisor
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A Core Competency Model For Halal Executives In Food Manufacturing Companies.
Master
Completed
2024
Co-supervisor
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Issues And Challenges In Obtaining Halal Certification Among Women Owned Micro Enterprises (Food Products).
Master
Completed
2024
Co-supervisor
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Muslim Friendly Hotel'S Customer Complaint Management Conceptual Framework
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Master
Completed
2022
Main Supervisor
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A Framework On Prohibition Of Animal Plasma In Halal Surimi Products.
Master
Completed
2021
Main Supervisor
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Framework For Muslim Friendly Spa Rating System
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Master
Completed
2021
Main Supervisor
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Pectin From Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus Polyrhizus) Peel As Potential Halal Gelling Agent.
Master
Completed
2020
Main Supervisor
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Assessment Of Browning Index Of Maillard Reaction For Differentiation Of Fish, Bovine And Porcine Gelatin With Principal Component Analysis (Pca).
Master
Completed
2020
Main Supervisor
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Chromaticity, Antioxidant, And Antimicrobial Activity Of Lutein And Β-Carotene From Local Pumpkin And Sweet Potato.
Master
Completed
2019
Co-supervisor
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Assessing The Influence Of Demographic Background And Awareness Level Of Halal Consumption Among Muslim Consumers In Kuala Terengganu.
Master
Completed
2018
Co-supervisor
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Exploring The Chemical Composition Of Different Types Of Silk And Their Permissibility In Islamic Jurisprudence.
Master
In Progress
Main Supervisor
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A Study On The Doubtful Gelatin, Glycerin And Enzyme In Pharmaceutical Product Using Maqasid Shariah Approach.
Master
In Progress
Main Supervisor
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Assessing The Halal Potential And Nutritional Compositions Of Local Grasshoppers As Sustainable Protein Source In Malaysia.
Master
In Progress
Co-supervisor
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A Study On Muslim Friendly Rating System For Recreation Park In Malaysia.
Master
In Progress
Co-supervisor
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Research Projects
Completed
| 2024 - 2024 | Certified Halal Executive Training (CHEX) - February 2024 |
| 2024 - 2024 | Halal Industry Awareness Program (HIAP) |
| 2024 - 2024 | Halal Internal Auditor Training (HIAT) - Basic Level |
| 2024 - 2024 | In House Training Halal Internal Auditor Training (HIAT) ? Basic Level |
| 2024 - 2024 | Halal Competency Training (HCT) - September 2024 |
| 2024 - 2024 | Coaching for Halal SMEs in Malaysia Halal Industry in Collaboration with Al-Hamra |
| 2024 - 2024 | Certified Halal Executive Training (CHEX) - May 2024 |
| 2024 - 2024 | Halal Internal Auditor Training (Advanced) |
| 2024 - 2024 | Certified Halal Executive Training (CHEX) August 2024 |
| 2024 - 2024 | Certified Halal Executive Training (CHEX) October 2024 |
| 2024 - 2024 | Certified Halal Executive Training (CHEX) December 2024 |
| 2024 - 2024 | INHART Laboratories Service (Sample Analysis and Workshop) - Jan 2024 - Nov. 2024 |
| 2023 - 2023 | Sample Analysis by INHART Laboratory |
| 2023 - 2023 | Sample analysis by INHART Laboratory - Jan 23 - Nov 23 |
| 2022 - 2022 | Sample analysis by INHART Laboratory |
| 2020 - 2022 | Development of Future Antibiotics : Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Ionic Liquids (API-ILs) with COSMO-RS Based Prediction for Resistant Microbial strains |
| 2020 - 2022 | Standards and Governance in Halal Industry |
| 2020 - 2020 | Taiwan-INHART Halal Certification Authority (TIHCA) |
| 2020 - 2020 | Certified Halal Executive Training |
| 2019 - 2019 | Muslim Friendly Tourism Ecosystem (MFTET) Training |
| 2019 - 2019 | Certified Halal Executive Training |
| 2019 - 2022 | STUDIES ON ANTIOXIDANT PROPERTIES, ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITIES AND CHROMATICITY STABILITY OF CAROTENOID PIGMENT FROM SHRIMP WASTE AS HALAL FOOD COLORANT |
| 2019 - 2023 | Characterization of blood plasma structure in surimi products and adulteration status through scientific and shariah approach. |
| 2019 - 2019 | KIHCA Halal Audit |
| 2019 - 2019 | Program Persediaan Industri dan Perkhidmatan Halal |
| 2019 - 2020 | Certified Halal Executive Training |
| 2018 - 2020 | STUDIES ON ANTIOXIDANT PROPERTIES, ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITIES AND CHROMATICITY STABILITY OF ASTAXANTHIN PIGMENT AS NATURAL POLYMER COATING AGENT |
| 2016 - 2019 | Development of Rapid Low Cost Protocol for Halal Authentication of Gelatin Sources |
| 2016 - 2018 | Study on Natural Colorants Stability as Pigment, Dye Wet Coating Agent |
| 2016 - 2019 | Halal Authentication of Recycled Cooking Oils by Means of Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) |
| 2016 - 2019 | Antibacterial Studies of Carica papaya Plant as Food Preservative |
| 2016 - 2017 | Enhancement of Antimicrobial Properties of Chitosan Edible Film Using Different Bioactive Biomolecules |
| - 2019 | STUDIES ON ANTIOXIDANT PROPERTIES, ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITIES AND CHROMATICITY STABILITY OF CAROTENOID PIGMENT FROM ALGAE AS NATURAL POLYMER COATING AGENT |
On-Going
| 2025 - Present | Coaching and Advisor for Malaysian Halal SME's on Developing Halal Assurance System with Al-Hamra |
| 2025 - Present | AWARENESS AND KNOWLEDGE OF HALAL LIFESTYLE PRACTICES AMONG ASNAF YOUTH THROUGH HOLISTIC BODY-MIND-SOUL (BOMS) WELLBEING FRAMEWORK |
| 2024 - Present | Healthy Body, Healthy Mind: Promoting Halal Toyyib Lifestyle |
| 2024 - Present | Malaysia Halal Certification Consultation |
| 2024 - Present | Assessing the Halal Potential and Nutritional Compositions of Local Grasshoppers as Sustainable Protein Sources in Malaysia |
| 2024 - Present | MODEL PENILAIAN RISIKO HALAL DI DALAM SISTEM HULUAN RANTAIAN INTEGRASI PENTERNAKAN KOMERSIAL AYAM PEDAGING DI SABAH |
| 2019 - Present | Framing Core Competencies Index for Halal Executive in Food Companies |
| 2019 - Present | Towards a conceptual model of whistle-blowing intentions among employees in Halal certified food companies |
| 2018 - Present | Data Management of Various Non-Halal Adulterations and Development of Portable Halal Device |
| - | HALAL HUMAN VACCINE DEVELOPMENT IN MALAYSIA: FROM A SCIENTIFIC AND SHARl'AH INTERDISCIPLINARY OVERVIEW |
| - | Development of Pectin from Dragon Fruit Peel as a Halal Alternative Capsule Material for Turmeric Powder in Pharmaceuticals |
| - | Protein-Packed Breakfast Bar Nutrition Intervention on Health Outcomes and Cognitive Functions in Adolescents: A Quantitative Analysis |
| - | Innovative Utilization of Nanoemulsion in Nano-Fertilizers: Advancing Urban Agriculture and Ensuring Food Safety |
| - | Muslim Friendly Tourism and Shariah Compliance in Food and Services |
Awards & Recognition
| 10 Oct, 2024 | PROMISING YOUNG RESEARCHER AWARD - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 10 Oct, 2024 | TOP 30 CONTRIBUTORS TO IIUM RESEARCH PERFORMANCE - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 27 Jul, 2021 | Promising Researcher Award - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 03 Mar, 2018 | YOUNG WOMEN IN SCIENCE AWARD - Venus International Foundation | International |
Publications
Articles
Conference or Workshop Items
Books
| 2021 | All you need to know about pig in halal perspectives. Yamani Angle Sdn Bhd, ISBN: 978-967-2199-22-9 |