Khairul Fikri Tamrin

Consolidating efforts for DS54: Knowing Your Strengths and Weaknesses by Excel Simulation

Documents provided by Pejabat Pendaftar UNIMAS:  Iklan Kenaikan Pangkat Akademik Bil. 1 2023 Peratusan Markah Kenaikan Pangkat Mengikut Trek Kriteria Kenaikan Pangkat (kemaskini April 2022) Senarai Nama Kenaikan Pangkat (Dec 2023) Knowing your strengths and weaknesses is crucial.  Simulation in Excel is the easiest way to identify  the shortcomings  and strategically plan the way forward. …

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Tips for Preparing Research Proposal Defense at UNIMAS

Before proceeding to proposal defense, candidate is required to present the research methodology.  Here is the presentation rubric.  Next, two internal examiners will be assigned to assess your oral proposal defense and the submitted Chapters 1-3. Here is the rubric for proposal defense.  Based on the CGS proposal defense report, you will be assessed on  …

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Navigating the ‘Valley of Disappointment’ in Research

The concept of the “Valley of Disappointment” is originated from the book “Atomic Habits” by James Clear. Here is the video summary.  Imagine you’re trying to perform an experiment, secure a research grant or publish a journal article. At the beginning, you’re all excited and motivated. This is like climbing a hill of enthusiasm. You’re …

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Method for Determining Mixing Index in Microfluidics by RGB Color Model

A new method to determine mixing index which is comparably more accurate than that of previously proposed methods in the literature.  The potential application of our method is not limited to microfluidics only.   Please find the manuscript here: https://doi.org/10.1002/apj.2407 You may email me (tkfikri@unimas.my) to request a copy of the published manuscript. The following video …

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Useful Toolbox for Research Students

There are endless list of toolboxes that could make your research efficient.  My simple toolbox may be useful to fellow researchers doing structured research at FYP, Master and PhD levels.  A short list  1. Endnote. I think it is the most efficient reference management software for managing bibliographies and references. 2. ISI-indexed journal. You may …

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PPRN Grant – An infographic for a successful application

Many of us have faced setbacks in securing research grants since the path of research is filled with twists and turns. The ability to bounce back from failures and keep going is what separates successful researchers from the rest. Two words: resilience and dedication. Objectives  As stated in https://epprn.mohe.gov.my/, three primary objectives are Strengthen public-private networking …

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Why Does My Resume Keep Getting Rejected. Understanding the Concept of TKO (Technical Knockout)

Well, it could be that your resume is so bad, it’s giving hiring managers a case of the hiccups. Or maybe it’s so boring that it’s putting them to sleep and causing them to hit the “reject” button without even realizing it. Perhaps your resume is so outdated that it’s being mistaken for a historical …

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One Easy Method to Keep Track of Research Grant Expenses

Is it difficult to keep track of your research grant expenses?  Nope.  Primary tool for tracking of research expenses  Through the initiative of RIEC and Bursary, UNIMAS researchers are now (since 2021) able to view the actual general ledger for their research expenses.  If you are relatively new with research grant votes, you may refer …

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I Already Got My Phd. Why Am I Still Jobless? Avoiding Career Killing Mistakes PhDs Make

Kenapa walaupun sudah ada Phd tetapi masih tiada kerja. Pertama sekali, kita perlu bersyukur kepada Allah kerana kita masih sihat walafiat, dapat makan dan minum, ada tempat berteduh seadanya. Lima ke sepuluh tahun lepas, untuk mendapat jawatan sebagai pensyarah di universiti tidaklah mudah dan tidaklah susah sekiranya ada PhD. Ini mungkin kerana jumlah Phd graduate …

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