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	Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad
	Email : mardianaidayu@usm.my
	Ext : 2214
	Expertise : Renewable and sustainable energy technologies Bio-based micro and nano technology/materials for pollution control Environmental and energy management Indoor environmental quality my experts.usm

   

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RESEARCH GRANTS

Over the course of my career, I have been fortunate to secure significant research funding, totaling over RM10 million, from both national and international competitive sources. This includes my roles as principal investigator and co-investigator in several high-impact research projects. My research contributions have been instrumental in fostering human capital development, indirectly improving the standards of tertiary education and positively impacting broader societal and academic contexts.

Completed Research/Project for the last five years

No.	Title of research	Grant’s Name		Start Date	End Date
1.	Synthesis and Heat Transport Mechanism of Biodiesel From Marine Macroalgae Feedstock Catalysed By Activated Palm Kernel Shell Waste Towards Biofuel Standard Specification (The Only selected Project of Malaysia in 2023)	CRP ICGEB Italy (Principal Investigator)		March 2023	August 2024
2.	Feasibility Study of A Novel Membrane-Based Energy Recovery System for Building Air-Conditioning in Hot-Humid Climate	MOE ERGS (Principal Investigator)		1 June 2013	31 Nov 2016
3.	Design and Thermodynamic Performance Analysis of Energy Recovery System Integrated with HVAC Equipment for Building Applications	USM RUI (Principal Investigator)		Dec 2012	June 2016
4.	Safe and Green Agriculture: Risk Minimisation Programme	SKTP Grant (Project leader)		Sept 2011	Dec 2011
5.	Awareness and The Acceptability in The Adoption of Energy-Efficient Technologies: A Case Study in Pulau Pinang Malaysia	USM INCENTIVE (Individual research)		Aug 2011	July 2012
6.	Bringing Nature to The Children	BJIM Community Adhoc Project (Project leader)		May 2012	July 2012
7.	Penang Botanical Garden: The Role in Environmental Education and Awareness	Private Seed Fund- Mohamed Haniff R&D Trust Fund (Project Leader)		1 January 2012	30 December 2012
8.	Fundamental Study on The Heat and Mass Transfer of Membrane-Based Energy Recovery	MOE FRGS (Principle Investigator)		2012	2014
9.	Energy, Indoor Air Quality and Thermal Comfort: A Case Study of Air-conditioned Office Buildings in Tropical Climate		USM Short Term (Principal Investigator)	2012	2014
10.	Design and Development of Prototype of An Integrated Membrane-Based Energy Recovery with Turbine Ventilator for Building Air-Conditioning In Hot-Humid Climate		MOE PRGS (Principal Investigator)	Aug 2013	June 2016
11.	Development of Energy Performance Certificate for Buildings in Malaysia (Selected Buildings in Melaka)		MOHE-KTP-Melaka  (Project Leader)	Oct 2015	December 2017
12.	Design and Development of an Enthalpy Exchanger with Hydrophillic Polymer-Processed Sheet for Energy Recovery Application in Building Ventilation System in Hot-Humid Climate: Towards Energy-Efficient Technology		MOSTI- Sciencefund (Principal Investigator)	2015	2018
13.	Fundamental Study in Characteristics, Heat and Mass Transfer of Fibre Membrane Exchanger for Potential Green Desiccant Dehumidifier in Tropical Climate		MOHE FRGS (Principal Investigator)	2016	2018
14	Investigating Alternative Energy Technology Based on Movement of Elevator Car in High-Rise Buildings: Towards Potential Energy Generation for Sustainable Future Cities of Malaysia		TRGS MOHE  (Principal Investigator)	2016	2019
15.	Energy Recovery Ventilator and Its Integration with AC System for Potential Energy savings and Improved IEQ in Tropical Climate		USM RUI (Principal Investigator)	March 2016	Aug 2019
16.	Pengurusan Sisa Pepejal Ke Arah Pembentukan Amalan Hijau Terbaik di Kalangan Sekolah Menengah Terpilih Negeri Kedah		MOE KTP (Principal Investigator)	Sept 2020	Dec 2021
17.	An Investigation Into the Ecological Thinking of Students and Teachers and Its Improvement Through Ecological Education		MOE ERGS Grant (Co-researcher)	2012	2015
18.	Integration of Ecosystem Services for Disaster Risk Reduction in Land-use Planning		MOHE FRGS Flood Management (Co-researcher)	April 2015	December 2015
19.	Power Density and Efficiency Improvement of Counter-Rotating Vertical Axis Wind Turbines Array in Indoor and Outdoor Conditions		USM Short Term  (Co-researcher)	2012	2015
20.	Development of Energy and Environmental Course/Curricular at Universiti Kuala Lumpur France Institute		MOHE KTP  (Co-researcher)	Aug 2013	Aug 2015
21.	Education and Management of Solid Waste Through Vermicomposting for Youth at Kepala Batas Penang	SKTP Grant (Co-researcher)		August 2011	Dec 2011
22.	Sustainable Energy Through Energy Efficiency Activities in Selected Schools in Melaka Malaysia		MOHE-KTP- Melaka (Project member)	2014	2016
23.	Field Study of Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) in Portable Steel Office Cabins in Hot-Humid Malaysia		USM Short Term  (Co-researcher)	2012	2016
24.	Conceptualising Local Knowledge: A Study of Sustainable Values in Local Wisdom and Indigenous Science		MOHE LRGS (Co-researcher)	2012	2017
25.	Energy Efficiency in Selected Schools in Kedah Malaysia		MOHE-KTP- Melaka  (Co-researcher)	2016	2017
26.	Formulating Phase change Material (PCM) as Thermal Energy Storage in Tropical Building Facade		RUI USM (Co-researcher)	March 2016	Feb 2020
27.	Eco - Environmental Conservation in The Selected Waterfront Cities in Malaysia		TRGS MOE (Co-researcher)	Dec 2016	Nov 2019
28.	My Safe Lab		BJIM USM (Co-researcher)	Nov 2018	Dec 2019
29.	Development Of Safe Laboratory and Fundamental Toxicology Education In School Through "Makmal Selamat"		USM-MTUN-MCUN (Co-researcher)	March 2019	Aug 2021
30.	A Genetic-Based Investigation And Stock Structure Of Malabar Blood Snapper (Lutjanus Malabaricus, Bloch & Schneider, 1801) in Peninsular Malaysia		RUI USM (Co-researcher)	May 2018	July 2021
31.	Characterization and Plausible Mechanism Study on 3D Network Formation of Seaweed Aerogels Incorporated with Cellulose Nanofibers		MOE FRGS (Co-researcher)	Dec 2019	Mar 2023
32.	Mechanism of Reinforcement Of Mycelium In The Bio-Composites Based On Waste Newspaper And Mycelium		MOE FRGS (Co-researcher)	Sep 2019	May 2022
33.	Usahawan Hijau Bagi Transformai Sisa Ke Sumber (Waster to Resources)		BJIM USM (Co-researcher)	July 2021	Mar 2023
34	Program Perluasan Stembiodiversiti (Komponen 2)		Industry Grant (Co-researcher)	Jan 2022	Dec 2023
35.	Integrity And Corruption In Malaysia : Environmental Resource Management Risk Areas Identification		EXTERNAL AGENCY (GOVERNMENT AGENCIES) SPRM (Co-researcher)	Aug 2022	June 2024

Ongoing Research/Project

No.	Title of research	Grant’s Name	Start Date	End Date
1.	Synthesis and heat transport mechanism of biodiesel from marine macroalgae feedstocks catalysed by activated palm kernel shell waste towards biofuel standard specification.	International Grant CGEB (Principal Investigator)	March 2023	August 2024
2.	Heat Transport Mechanisms of Biodiesel from Discarded Beef Tallow towards Biofuel Standard Specifications	MOE FRGS (Principal Investigator)	Sep 2022	Aug 2025
3.	Fibre Hydrophilic Polymeric Membrane-Based Air-to-Air Heat Exchanger as Dehumidifier Unit for Low Energy Mechanical Ventilation Air-Conditioning (MVAC) System of Buildings in Hot Humid Environment	USM RUI (Principal Investigator)	Jan 2020	Dec 2024
4.	Integrity And Corruption In Malaysia : Environmental Resource Management Risk Areas Identification	Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Co-researcher)	Aug 2022	December 2024
5.	Crop Protection Data for Palm Oil Yield Prediction Using Machine Learning	MOE LRGS (Co-researcher)	May 2020	Sept 2023
6.	Developing a Conceptual Framework for Sustainability Assessment of Instrastructure Projects in Malaysia	RUI USM (Co-researcher)	Sept 2020	Feb 2024
7.	Environmental Recycling System (ERS): An Innovative and Advanced Technology for Palm Oil Waste Treatment with Simultaneous Sustainable Biomass Fuel Pellet Production	TRANSDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH UNIVERSITY GRANT SCHEME (RUTRANS) (Co-researcher)	May 2024	April 2027
8.	Modelling Environmental-Friendly Protocol For Disposing Formalin Fixed Pathological Specimens	MOE FRGS (Co-researcher)	Sept 2021	March 2025
9.	Program Perluasan Stembiodiversiti (Komponen 2)	EXTERNAL AGENCY (INDUSTRY/PRIVATE) (Co-researcher)	Jan 2022	Dec 2024

Intellectual Property Registration:

1. Industrial Design/Patent: Energy recovery– Registration under Industrial Design in Malaysia –Perbadanan Harta Intelek Registration No: 14-01182-0101. (18 Sept 2014- current)
2. Copyright: Hybrid ERV – Registration under Copyright in Malaysia –Ref No. 10930303 3000001728
3. Copyright: Novel hydrophilic polymeric membrane for heat exchanger applications (Co-inventor)- Registration under Copyright in Malaysia

CONTRACT RESEARCH/CONSULTATION WORK

No.	Title of project	Start Date	End Date
1.	Program Sekolah Tunas Hijau Fasa III Perak Project	March 2023	Feb 2025
2.	Development of Green Technology Knowledge, Implementation and Awareness Activities Through Cross Curriculum Approaches in Secondary Schools Towards Sustainability Education	2015	2019
3.	Feasibility Study For The Development Of Waste Eco Park	Dec 2023	Dec 2024
4.	Environmental Management And Feasibility Study On Spent Oil Recovery Activity And Enhancement Using Bio-Based Materials	June 2023	June 2024
5.	Projek Sekolah Cekap Tenaga 1 Malaysia 1 Malaysia Energy Efficient School Project	Oct 2012	Oct 2013
6.	A Continuation of Developing Knowledge and Awareness on Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency among the Malaysian Primary School Teachers and Pupils	2012	2015
7.	Green Energy Audit in Secondary and Primary Schools in Malaysia	2016	2017
8.	Program Tunas Hijau amongst Secondary Schools in Kedah	2020	2021

 

SUPERVISION 

Post-doctorate

1. Mohammad Aliff Shakir 2023-present
2. Ali Salehabadi: 2018 – 2020

 Postgraduate Students: Research Mode

As Main Supervisor

Ph.D

1. Mohammad Aliff Shakir.  Development of Hydrophilic Polymeric Membrane for Heat Recovery Application (2018- 2022)(Graduated)
2. Faisal Allafi. Waterless Sterilisation of Sheep Wool Using Supercritical and Its Energy Consumption Analysis (2018-2022) (Graduated)
3. Marwan Shaah. Biodiesel Production of Candle Nut for Jet Fuel Using Supercritical. (2018-2022) (Graduated)
4. Nor Kamila Ramli. Hydrophillic Polymeric Sheet As Desiccant Paper (2020-present)
5. Fozy Binweel. Biodiesel from Discarded Beef Tallow For Combustion Engine Application (2021-present)
6. Nor Wardah Mohamad Senusi Optimisation and Heat Transport Mechanism of Biodiesel Transesterified from Waste Frying Oil (2022 -present)
7. Shalfoh Ehsan. Synthesis of Biodiesel from Fish Wastes (2022-present)
8. Wafa Salleh. Efficient Removal of Particulate Matter from Biomass Aerogel (2022-present)
9. Yagasena A/L Appannah. Energy Audit of Selected Buildings in Tertiery Educational Institution in Hot and Humid Environment of Malaysia (2023-present)
10. Sami Alsaedi. Biodiesel Production from Different Marine Macroalgae of Seaweeds (2023-present)
11. Nor Amalin Keling. Integrated Energy Recovery Ventilator for Building Applications in Hot-Humid Environment (2016- present)
12. Ang Jia Hui. Passive Energy Systems for Green High Rise Buildings of Future Malaysia Cities ( 2018 present)
13. Arivinda Rao. AI-driven Optimization of Electrical Energy Management for Enhanced Efficiency: A Case Study at a Local Private University in Malaysia (2023 – present)

MSc.

1. Nur Aqidah A.Aziz. Risk Assessment of MultiElement Concentrations in Selected Herbal Plants of Malaysia (2013-2015) (Graduated)
2. Fatin Zafirah Mansur. Feasibility Study of an Air-to-Air Energy Recovery System for Building Applications in Hot-Humid Environment (2014-2016) (Graduated)
3. Nur Anis Ahmad. Risk Assessment and Occupational Exposure of Pesticides Among Paddy Farmers in Permatang Keriang, Pulau Pinang Malaysia (2013-2016) (Graduated)
4. Ooi Seong Chuan. Indoor Air Conditions and Energy Consumption in Air-Conditioned Office Rooms in Hot-Humid Climate (2013-2016). (Graduated)
5. Tan Yih Chia. Performance of Energy Recovery System with Turbine Ventilator (2015- 2017). (Graduated)
6. Siti Masitah Abul Rahman. Fundamental Study on Heat and Mass Transfer of  Two Different Sizes of Heat Exchanger for Energy Recovery System (2014- 2018). (Graduated)
7. Nurul Aqilah Alias. Indoor and Thermal Environmental Conditions of Selected Primary Schools in Penang, Malaysia (2014- 2018). (Graduated)
8. Siti Aisyah Mohd Sabri.Evaluation of APTI and Heavy Metals of Selected Medicinal Plants and Ornamental Shrubs in Penang Island (2014-2018). (Graduated)
9. Maznah Saipon. Energy Consumption in Selected Secondary Schools in Melaka State: Towards Achieving Energy Efficiency Performance (2015- 2018). (Graduated)
10. Tang Chiau Yong - Performance Investigation of Integrated Energy Recovery- Air Conditioning System Hot-Humid Environment (2016-2018). (Graduated)
11. Wong Chiang Ann- Indoor Air Quality and Potential Risks in a Food Refinery (2016- 2018). (Graduated)
12. Nadzirah Muhammad Daut – Life Cycle Assessment of Energy Consumption and Environmental Impacts of Waste Lubricant Oil Recovery System (2023- 2024). (Graduated)

Undergraduate students

1. Nur Aqidah A. Aziz. Field Studies of Thermal Comfort and Indoor Air Quality in Air-Conditioned Rooms in Tropical Climate ( 2012)
2. Lee Ka Shing. Energy Consumption in Buildings of Hot-Humid Climate: Case Studies in USM ( 2012)
3. Nasuha Abidin. Dust concentration and potential health risks in food laboratories (2012)
4. Beh Kean Nan. Investigation of Environmental Parameters and Copper Concentrations in Matang Mangrove Perak  (2013)
5. Nur Azian Ench’ Sani. Determination of Indoor Climatic Conditions and Carbon Dioxide Concentration of Air-Conditioned Rooms in Hot-Humid Climate (2013)
6. Tan Yih Chia.Thermal Comfort and Indoor Conditions of Selected Rooms in Tropical Climate of Malaysia
7. Izzati Maisarah Mustafa. Assessment of Heavy Metals in Paddy Soils from Permatang Keriang Field, Pulau Pinang (2014).
8. Ivan Yong. Indoor Air Quality In Naturally And Mechanically Ventilated Laboratories In Tropical Climate Of Malaysia (2014).
9. Wang Jun Lim. Particulate Matter In The Indoor Air Of Laboratories In The Hot-Humid Climate Of Malaysia: Carcinogenic Elements And Health Risks (2015).
10. Tang Chiau Yong. An Integrated Evaluation Study Of Indoor Air Quality And Ventilation Rate In Naturally And Mechanically Ventilated Laboratories In Tropical Climate Of Malaysia (2015).
11. Gooi Chen Ean Field Study Of Thermal Comfort In University Classrooms Through Objective And Thermal Sensation Assessments In The Equatorial Climate Of Malaysia (2015).
12. Toon Chi Hong. A Study of Indoor Air Quality, Ventilation Rates and Sick Building Syndrome in Selected Rooms in a Tertiary Educational Institution in Malaysia (2015).
13. Thong Qing Quan. Assessment of Noise Generation in a Tertiary Educational Institution in Malaysia. (2015).
14. Nur Auni Wahab. Integrated Evaluation of Themal Environmental Conditions, Ventilation Indicator and Flow Rate of Fresh Air in A Penang Hospital (2016).
15. Wan Zakira Imana Wan Mohd Zain. Particulate Matter In The Indoor Air Of A Hospital In Tropical Climate Of Malaysia: Elemental Compositions And Potential Health Risks (2016).
16. Wan Nursuryani Wan Salleh. Indoor Air Quality At Selected Locations In A Hospital In Northen Peninsular Malaysia (2016).
17. Christabel Pei Lim.  Characterisation And Performance Of Desiccants For The Dehumidification Of Indoor Air (2018).
18. Yeoh Choon Whoei, Analysis Of Indoor Air Quality Towards The Health Of Students In Educational School Building: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis (2020).
19. Bhairavi A/P Katheraveloo, Analysis Of Different Types Of Building Energy Consumption By Applying Equest Software : A Systemic Review And Meta-Analysis (2020)
20. Darren Jong Jin Hao, Indoor Thermal Condition And Ventilation System Used In Educational Building : A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis (2020)
21. Mok Ru Ying, An Investigation Of Thermal Environmental Conditions And Ventilation Indicator In A Tertiary Educational Building In Northern Peninsular Malaysia (2020)
22. Nur Hanan Qurratu'aini Binti Abdul Rahman, 2020, Indoor Air Quality At Selected Locations In A Tertiary Educational Building In Northern Peninsular Malaysia, (2020)
23. Muhamad Fadzli Arif Bin Abu Khair, Clinical Waste Management During The Covid-19 Pandemic Across Various Countries (2021)
24. Ainur Nuha Amirah Binti Zolkifli, Effects Of Covid-19 Lockdown On The Building Elecricity Consumption And Demand For Various Countries (2021)
25. Heng Yiik Shen, Energy Consumption and Indoor Air Quality in Selected Government Offices in Hot and Humid (2023)
26. Ho Xin Yi, Energy Audit and Indoor Environmental Conditions in Selected Laboratories of Tertiery Educational Institution in Malaysia (2024)

As Co-Supervisor

Ph.D

1. Waqas Khalid. Thermal Comfort Study in Selected Hospitals in Malaysia (2015-2018).(Graduated)
2. Niu Yitong. Energy Synergy between Biomass Pwer Generation and Wind Power Generation (2022 -present)
3. Faris Abdullah. CHRA on Local University Laboratories (2021-present)
4. Abd Alhafiz Alabdi Microbe Contents and Energy Consumption of Water Dispenser in Malaysia (2020-present)
5. Abdulghani Essayah. Carbon Exchanges Between The Atmosphere and Sea Water at the Tropical Coastal Ocean (2020 -present)
6. Naseem Akhtar. Characterisation and Sustainability Assessment of Groundwater System as Auxiliary Resource for Paddy Irrigation (2019-present)
7. Abdassalam Azamzam. Evaluation of Water Treatment Using Natural Coagulant Coupling Solar Disinfection (2019-2024) (Graduated)

 MSc.

1. Mohammad Aliff Shakir.  Development of Hydrophilic Polymeric Membrane for Heat Recovery Application (2016- 2018). (Graduated)
2. Siti Nor fazira Ramli .  Fundamental Study on Characterisation, Heat and Mass Transfer of Fibre Membrane Exchanger for Potential Green Desiccant Dehumidifier in Tropical Climate (2017-2020) (Graduated)

 

PUBLICATIONS

 

 Research Books/Monographs

 Authored books

 2024

1. Mohd Nazri Ismail, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Husnul Azan Tajarudin Teknik Asas Pemisahan, Penerbit USM 2024 https://emdash.my/teknik-asas-pemisahan-dan-penulenan-produk
2. Saffa Riffat, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Aliff Shakir, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Low Carbon Buildings. Springer Nature United Kingdom https://link.springer.com/book/9783031788529
3. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Abdul Khalil H.P.S. Environmental and Energy Technology: Micro to Nano Bio-Based Materials Springer Nature (accepted)

2023

4. Ali Salehabadi, Morteza Enhessari, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Norli Ismail, B.D. Gupta. Metal Chalcogenide Biosensors. Elsevier 2023 IISBN 9780323853811 https://www.elsevier.com/books/metal-chalcogenide-biosensors/salehabadi/978-0-323-85381-1

2020

5. Ali Salehabadi, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Norhashimah Morad, Norli Ismail, Energy, Society, and Environment - Solid-State Hydrogen Storage Materials, Springer Nature 2020 isbn 978-981-15-4905-2 https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9789811549052
6. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat. Energy Recovery Technology for Building Applications: Green Innovation towards a Sustainable Future, Springer Nature United States 2020 ISBN 978-3-030-50005-4 https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030500054

2019

7. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Hasila Jarimi, Saffa Riffat. Nocturnal Cooling Technology for Building Applications, Springer Nature Singapore 2019 ISBN 978-981-13-5835-7 https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9789811358340

2018

8. Mohd Firdaus Yhaya, Husnul Azan Tajarudin, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Renewable and Sustainable Materials from Green Technology Perspective, Springer Nature United Kingdom 2018 ISBN 978-3-319-75121-4 https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783319751207
9. Husnul Azan Tajarudin, Mohd Nazri Ismail, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Unit Operation in Downstream Processing, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2018 ISBN 978-967-461-223-8 http://www.penerbit.usm.my/index.php/buku/265-unit-operation-in-downstream-processing

2016

10. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Haslan Abu Hassan, Mohd Wira Mohd Shafiei, Soib Taib, Faizal Baharom et al. Manual Sijil Prestasi Tenaga (Bangunan Bukan Kediaman). Centre for Education and Training in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency and Green Technology, Penang. 2016. ISBN 9789673942640.

Edited books

 2024

11. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman, Renewable Energy Sources in Project-Based Learning, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2024 ISBN 9789674618957 https://emdash.my/science-engineering/renewable-energy-sources-and-technology-via-project-based-learning

2017

12. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Eds. Indigenous Knowledge and Sustainable Practices, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2017 ISBN 9789674611811 https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Indigenous_Knowledge_and_Sustainable_Practice_Pene?id=kGRoDwAAQBAJ&hl=en_US&gl=US
13. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Eds. Documenting Indigenous Knowledge in
    Science, Technology and Innovation, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2017 ISBN 9789674611975 http://www.penerbit.usm.my/index.php/buku/237-documenting-indigenous-knowledge-in-science-technology-and-innovation
14. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Eds. Integrating Local Knowledge With Science and Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2017 ISBN 9789674612238 http://www.penerbit.usm.my/index.php/buku/219-integrating-local-knowledge-with-science-and-technology

2016

15. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Mazran Ismail, Saffa Riffat. Eds. Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technologies for Building and Environmental Applications, Springer US ISBN 978-3-319-31838-7. https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783319318387
16. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, AS Hardy Shafii, Norizan Esa, Salasiah Che Lah, Nurul Farhana Low Abdullah. Eds. Proceedings 6th Internal Conference on Local Knowledge, Penang 2016. ISBN 9789671216316.
17. Darlina Md Naim, Leela Rajamani, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Eds. Natural Resources and Aquatic Environment published by Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, 2015 ISBN 978-983-861-840-0. https://www.e-sentral.com/book/info/77405/Natural-Resources-And-Aquatic-Environment
18. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Eds. for Natural Resources and Technology published by Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2015 ISBN 978-983-861-937-0 https://www.e-sentral.com/book/info/77406/Natural-Resources-And-Technoloy
19. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Norizan Esa, Nurul Farhana Low Abdullah, Salasiah Che Lah. Editor Buku Abstrak Persidangan Antarabangsa Kearifan Tempatan, Bandung Indonesia 2015.

2014

20. Mohd Kipli Abd Rahman, Tarmiji Masron, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Editor Citra Seni Dalam Teknologi, published by Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia, 2014. ISBN: 9789838616331.https://books.google.com.my/books/about/Merekayasa_Kearifan_Tempatan_Citra_Seni.html?id=zVvDCQAAQBAJ&redir_esc=y
21. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Norizan Esa, Salasiah Che Lah. Editor Buku Abstrak Persidangan Serantau Kearifan Tempatan,Kuching Sarawak

2013

22. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Mohd Kipli Abd Rahman, Salasiah Zakaria, Zuraidah Mohd Yusoff, Tarmiji Masron, Nurul Farhana Low Abdullah, Norizan Esa, Editors for The APEX University– State of the Art, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2013.
23. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Mohd Kipli Abd Rahman, Salasiah Zakaria, Zuraidah Mohd Yusoff, Tarmiji Masron, Nurul Farhana Low Abdullah, Norizan Esa, Saad Othman. Editors for The APEX University Second Phase 2014-2025-Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2013.
24. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Mohd Kipli Abd Rahman, Salasiah Zakaria, Tarmiji Masron, Nurul Farhana Low Abdullah, Norizan Esa, Editors for Strategic Projects APEX Phase II 2014 -Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2013.

2012

25. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Editor for Pengurusan Sisa Sumber, published by Unit Penyelidikan Pendidikan Asas, Pusat Pengajian Ilmu Pendidikan, USM, 2012. ISBN: 9789673990870.

Journals

 2024

26. Saleh, Wafa Mustafa;Yahya, Esam Bashir, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Khalil, H. P. S. Abdul. Exploring the properties of gelatin/chitosan bioaerogel scaffolds: Toward ultra-light and highly porous materials. Polymer Engineering and Science  https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.26827 (Q1 WoS).
27. Kanchan Jha , Esam Bashir Yahya, Rahul Dev Bairwan, Mustafa Sabri, H.P.S. Abdul Khalil*, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Indra Surya. Eco-friendly approach for carboxymethyl cellulose isolation from durian peel waste and aerogel scaffold preparation. Nano-Structures & Nano-Objects Volume 40, December 2024, 101345. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nanoso.2024.101345 (Scopus).
28. Wardah Senusi, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, H.P.S Abdul Khalil, Aliff Shakir, Fozy Binhweel, Ehsan Shalfoh, Sami Alsaadi, Comparative assessment for biodiesel production from low-cost feedstocks of third oil generation. Renewable Energy Volume 236, December 2024, 121369. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2024.121369 (Q1 WoS).
29. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*,Fatin Zafirah Mansur, H.P.S. Abdul Khalil Biomass to biofuel: Palm kernel shells as catalyst supports for enhanced biodiesel production. Biofuels, Bioproduct & Biorefining 2024 https://doi.org/10.1002/bbb.2683 (Q2 WoS).
30. Senusi, Wardah, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*;Binhweel, Fozy;Shalfoh, Ehsan; Alsaedi, Sami;Shakir, Mohammad Aliff. Biodiesel Production and Characteristics from Waste Frying Oils: Sources, Challenges, And Circular Economic Perspective. Environmental Science and Pollution Research . https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-024-33533-1 (Q1 WoS).
31. Fozy Binhweel, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Abdul Khalil H.P.S., Md Sohrab Hossain, Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Wardah Senusi, Ehsan Shalfoh &Sami Alsaadi  Kinetics, thermodynamics, and optimization analyses of lipid extraction from discarded beef tallow for bioenergy production. Separation Science and Technology https://doi.org/10.1080/01496395.2024.2387277(Q3 WoS).
32. Shakir, Mohammad Aliff;Ramli, Nur Kamila, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*,Yusup, Yusri, Zaki, Sheikh Ahmad, Abdul Khalil H.P.S. Development of natural waste fiber desiccant paper coated with biopolymeric material for energy efficient dehumidification. Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10098-024-02848-5(Q2 WoS).
33. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Bioproduct advances: insight into failure factors in mycelium composite fabrication. Biofuels, Bioproducts & Biorefi ning-BIOFPR  https://doi.org/10.1002/bbb.2620(Q2 WoS).
34. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Nur Kamila Ramli, Sheikh Ahmad Zaki. Processing of Waste Biomass: Production of Composite Thermal Insulation Panels from Empty Fruit Bunch and Spent Mushroom Substrates Waste and Biomass Valorization https://doi.org/10.1007/s12649-024-02453-z(Q3 WoS).
35. Shalfoh, Ehsan, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*,Binhweel, Fozy;Shaah, Marwan Abdulhakim, Senusi, Wardah, Hossain, Md Sohrab, Alsaadi, Sami. Fish waste oil extraction using supercritical CO2 extraction for biodiesel production: Mathematical, and kinetic modelling Renewable Energy https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2023.119659 (Q1 WoS).
36. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Mohd Firdaus Yhaya, Siti Norfazira Ramli, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Synthesis and Performance Characterization of Green Desiccant from Cockle Shell and Marble Waste. Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy. (Q2 WoS accepted).
37. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Nadzirah Muhamad Daut, Mohd Isa Rohayati, Sumarni Mansur, Mohamad Anuar Kamaruddin, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Ecological and Health Effects of Spent Oils Toward Environmental Sustainability. Journal of Sustainability Science and Management. (WoS, accepted, WoS).
38. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Fozy Binhweel, Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Pavan Jutur, Vittorio Venturi, Nor Hawani Salikin*, Abdul Khalil H.P.S. Stimulating Learning for Sustainable Biofuel Development and Socioeconomic Advancement. Journal of Sustainability Science and Management. (WoS accepted).
39. Azamzam, Abdassalam A. Alabdi, Abdalahafid J.Yahya, Esam Bashir, Lalung, Japareng, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Rafatullah, Mohd. Water treatment using natural coagulant: a review on the potential utilisation of banana waste. Malaysian Journal of Science https://mjs.um.edu.my/index.php/MJS/article/view/29528(Scopus).
40. Abdullah, FarisJaafar, Mohd. Hafiidz*; Mardiana Idayu Ahmad; Ismail,Zitty Sarah. Integration of chemical health risk assessment (CHRA) and indoor air quality (IAQ) assessment: from a Malaysian perspective International Journal of Environmental Health Research  https://doi.org/10.1080/09603123.2023.2243843 (Q1 WoS).
41. Abdul Khalil H.P.S.;Giuma, Abdussalam;Yahya, Esam Bashir; Surya, Indra*; Nuryawan, Arif; Alfatah, Tata;   Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Microwave-assisted sodium alginate extraction from Dictyota menstrualis and the fabrication of green thermal insulators Express Polymer Letters https://doi.org/10.3144/expresspolymlett.2024.59 (Q2 WoS).
42. Muhammad, Syaifullah, Albadn, Yonss M.,Yahya, Esam Bashir*, Nasr, Samia, Khalil, H.P.S. Abdul, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Kamaruddin, Mohamad Anuar. Trends in enhancing the efficiency of biomass-based aerogels for oil spill clean-up. Giant  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.giant.2024.100249(Q2 WoS).

 

2023

43. Saleh, W.M.; Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*; Yahya, E.B.; H.P.S., A.K. Nanostructured Bioaerogels as a Potential Solution for Particulate Matter Pollution. Gels2023, 9, 575. https://doi.org/10.3390/gels9070575 (Q1 WoS).
44. Esam Bashir Yahya*, H.P.S. Abdul Khalil, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Samsul Rizal, Syaifullah Muhammad. Cleaner approach of preparing antibacterial bioaerogel scaffolds using oil palm waste nanocellulose. Industrial Crops and Products Volume 191, Part A, January 2023, Pages 115897https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indcrop.2022.115897 (Q1 WoS).
45. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Yusri Yusup, Mohd Rafatullah From waste to wealth: converting rubber wood sawdust into green mycelium-based composite. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-023-05113-9(Q2 WoS).
46. Mohammad A Shakir, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Yusri Yusup, Saikh Wabaidur, Masoom Siddiqui, Mahboob Alam and Mohd Rafatullah. Effect of fibrillation degree of empty fruit bunch fiber on sandwich composite incorporate with spent mushroom substrate. Journal of Industrial Textiles, 2023 https://doi.org/10.1177/15280837231153661 (Q1 WoS).
47. Mohammad A Shakir, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Nur Kamila Ramli, Yusri Yusup, Abeer M Alosaimi, Hajer S Alorfi, Mahmoud A Hussein and Mohd Rafatullah. Review on the influencing factors towards improving properties of composite insulation panel made of natural waste fibers for building application. Journal of Industrial Textiles, 2023. https://doi.org/10.1177/15280837231151440. (Q1 WoS).
48. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Yusri Yusup, Saikh Mohammad Wabaidur, Masoom Raza Siddiqui, Mahboob Alam and Mohd Rafatullah* Sandwich Composite Panel from Spent Mushroom Substrate Fiber and Empty Fruit Bunch Fiber for Potential Green Thermal Insulation. Buildings Volume 13, Issue 1 2023.https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13010224 (Q1 WoS).
49. Fozy Binhweel, Hassan Pyar, Wardah Senusi, Marwan Abdulhakim Shaah, Md Sohrab Hossain, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Utilization of marine ulva lactuca seaweed and freshwater azolla filiculoides macroalgae feedstocks toward biodiesel production: Kinetics, thermodynamics, and optimization studies. Renewable Energy. Volume 205, March 2023, Pages 717-730. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2023.01.114 (Q1 WoS).
50. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Wardah Senusi, Fozy Binhweel, Sami Alsaadi. Optimization of base catalytic transesterification toward maximum biodiesel yield from Azolla filiculoides macroalgae feedstock. Industrial Crops & Products Volume 197, 2023, Pages 116590. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indcrop.2023.116590 (Q1 WoS).
51. Fozy Binhweel, Md. Sohrab Hossain, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Recent Trends, Potentials, and Challenges of Biodiesel Production from Discarded Animal Fats: a Comprehensive Review, Bioenergy Research 16, 2023, pages778–800https://doi.org/10.1007/s12155-022-10527-w (Q3 WoS).
52. Abdulghani Swesi, Yusri Yusup*, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Haitem M Almdhun, Ehsan Jolous Jamshidi, Muhammad Fikri Sigid, Anis Ibrahim, John Stephen Kayode. Seasonal and Yearly Controls of CO2 es in A Tropical Coastal Ocean Earth Interactions, 2023 https://doi.org/10.1175/EI-D-22-0023.1(Q3 WoS).
53. Abdulghani Swesi, Yusri Yusup* , Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Muhammad F. Sigid, Haitem M. Almdhun , Ehsan J. Jamshidi, and Sazlina Salleh. The Link between CO2 Flux and the Upwelling-Downwelling System of a Tropical Coastal Sea. Ecosystem Health and Sustainability. https://spj.science.org/doi/10.34133/ehs.0134 (WoS Q2).

 

2022

54. Faisal Allafi, Md Sohrab Hossain, Japareng Lalung, Marwan Shaah, Ali Salehabadi, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad^* & Abdulbaki Shadi Advancements in Applications of Natural Wool Fiber: Review.Journal of Natural Fiber. 2022. https://doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2020.1745128. (Q1 WoS).
55. Faisal Aboelksim Salem Allafi, Md Sohrab Hossain, Mohd Omar Ab Kadir, Marwan AbdulHakim Shaah, Japareng Lalung, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Waterless sterilization and cleaning of sheep wool fiber using supercritical carbon dioxide. Textile Research Journal. 2022, 92(5-6), pp. 835–850. https://doi.org/10.1177/00405175211042897 (Q1 WoS).
56. Marwan Abdul Hakim Shaah, Md Sohrab Hossain, Faisal Aboelksim Salem Allafi, Alyaa Alsaedi, Norli Binti Ismail, Mohd Omar Ab Kadir, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Biodiesel production from candlenut oil using a non-catalytic supercritical methanol transesterification process: optimization, kinetics, and thermodynamic studies. RSC Advances. 2022 .https://doi.org/10.1039/D2RA00571A (Q2 WoS).
57. Jia Hui Ang, Yusri Yusup, Sheikh Ahmad Zaki, Ali Salehabadi, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Comprehensive Energy Consumption of Elevator Systems Based on Hybrid Approach of Measurement and Calculation in Low- and High-Rise Buildings of Tropical Climate towards Energy Efficiency. Sustainability. 2022 Volume 14 Issue 8. 3390/su14084779(Q2 WoS).
58. Binhweel, Fozy, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Sheikh Ahmad Zaki. Utilization of Polymeric Materials toward Sustainable Biodiesel Industry: A Recent Review. Polymers 2022, 14, 3950. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym14193950. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym14193950 (Q1 WoS)
59. Binhweel, Fozy., Hossain, Md Sohrab, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Recent Trends, Potentials, and Challenges of Biodiesel Production from Discarded Animal Fats: a Comprehensive Review. Bioenerg. Res. (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12155-022-10527-w (Q3 WoS).
60. Zaki, S.A.; Shuhaimi, S.S.; Mohammad, A.F.; Ali, M.S.M.; Jamaludin, K.R.; Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Development of a Prediction Model of the Pedestrian Mean Velocity Based on LES of Random Building Arrays. Buildings 2022, 12, 1362. https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings12091362 (Q2 WoS).
61. Naseem Akhtar, Muhammad Izzuddin Syakir Ishak*, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Khalid Umar, Mohamad Shaiful Md Yusuff, Mohd Talha Anees, Upscaling of Surface Water and Groundwater Interactions in Hyporheic Zone from Local to Regional Scale. Water, 2022, 14(4), 64. 3390/w14040647(Q2 WoS).
62. Abdassalam A. Azamzam, Mohd Rafatullah*, Esam Bashir Abdulsalam Yahya, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Japareng Bin Lalung, Mahboob Alam, Masoom Raza Siddiqui, Enhancing the Efficiency of Banana Peel Bio-Coagulant in Turbid and River Water Treatment Applications, Water, 2022 14(16), 2473. https://doi.org/10.3390/w14162473(Q2 WoS).
63. Alyaa Abdulhussein Alsaedi, Md. Sohrab Hossain*, Venugopal A/l Balakrishnan, Ahmad Naim Ahmad Yahaya, Norli Binti Ismail, Mu. Naushad, Chinna Bathula, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2022, Extraction of Municipal Sewage Sludge Lipids Using Supercritical CO2 for Biodiesel Production: Mathematical and Kinetics Modeling, Journal of Chemistry, Volume 2022, Article ID 7349052, 11 pages DOI:1155/2022/7349052 (Q3 WoS).

2021

64. Fatin Zarifah Mansur, Ang Jia Hui, Nor Amalin Keling, Ali Salehabadi, Saffa Riffat, Yusri Bin Yusup, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Thermal Performance of a Fixed-Plate Air-To-Air Energy Recovery System for Building Application in Hot and Humid Environment, International Journal Of Energy Research, 2021: https://doi.org/10.1002/er.6424 (Q1 WoS)
65. Ali Salehabadi, Norli Ismail, Norhashimah Morad, Mohd Rafatullah, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Preparation and application of sulfonated polysulfone in an electrochemical hydrogen storage system. International Journal of Energy Research. 2021. Pages 4026-4035 https://doi.org/10.1002/er.6058 (Q1 WoS)
66. Faisal Aboelksim Salem Allafi, Md Sohrab Hossain, Mohd Omar Ab Kadir, Marwan AbdulHakim Shaah, Japareng Lalung, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Waterless processing of sheep wool fiber in textile industry with supercritical CO2: Potential and challenges. Journal of Cleaner Production. Volume 285, 2021, 124819 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.124819 (Q1 WoS).
67. Faisal Aboelkasim Allafi, Md Sohrab Hossain, Marwan Shaah, Japareng Bin Lalung, Mohd Omar Ab Kadir, Mardiana Idayu Binti Ahmad*, Optimizing Supercritical Carbon Dioxide in the Bacterial Inactivation and Cleaning of Sheep Wool Fiber by Using Response Surface Methodology, Journal of Natural Fibers. 2021, https://doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2021.1964131 (Q1 WoS).
68. Faisal Aboelkasim Allafi, Md Sohrab Hossain, Marwan Shaah, Japareng Bin Lalung, Mohd Omar Ab Kadir, Mardiana Idayu Binti Ahmad*, 2021, Waterless sterilization and cleaning of sheep wool fiber using supercritical carbon dioxide, Textile Research Journal. 2021. https://doi.org/10.1177/00405175211042897 (Q1 WoS).
69. Faisal Aboelkasim Allafi, Md Sohrab Hossain, Marwan Shaah, Japareng Bin Lalung, Mohd Omar Ab Kadir, Mardiana Idayu Binti Ahmad*, 2021, A Review on Characterization of Sheep Wool Impurities and Existing Techniques of Cleaning: Industrial and Environmental Challenges, Journal of Natural Fibers, 2021. https://doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2021.1966569 (Q1 WoS).
70. Marwan Abdul Hakim Shaah, Md Sohrab Hossain, Faisal Aboelksim Salem Allafi, Alyaa Alsaedi, Norli Binti Ismail, Mohd Omar Ab Kadir, Mardiana Idayu Binti Ahmad*, A review on non-edible oil as a potential feedstock for biodiesel: physicochemical properties and production technologies, RSC Advances, 2021(11): 25018 – 25037 https://doi.org/10.1039/D1RA04311K (Q2 WoS).
71. Marwan Abdul Hakim Shaah, Faisal Allafi, Md Sohrab Hossain, Alyaa Alsaedi, Norli Binti Ismail, Mohd Omar Ab Kadir, Mardiana Idayu Binti Ahmad*, 2021, Candlenut oil: review on oil properties and future liquid biofuel prospects, International Journal of Energy Research, 2021. https://doi.org/10.1002/er.6446 (Q1 WoS).
72. Fozy Binhweel, Murad Bahadi, Hassan Pyar, Alyaa Alsaedi, Md Sohrab Hossain, Mardiana Idayu Binti Ahmad*, 2021, A comparative review of some physicochemical properties of biodiesel synthesized from different generations of vegetative oils, Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 2021 (Scopus). 
73. Khozema Ahmed Ali, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Yusri Yusup*, Issues, Impacts, and Mitigations of Carbon Dioxide Emissions in the Building Sector. Sustainability2020, 12, 7427. https://doi.org/10.3390/su12187427. (Q2 WoS).
74. Yusup, Y.; Ramli, N.K.; Kayode*, J.S.; Yin, C.S.; Hisham, S.; Mohamad Isa, H.; Ahmad, M.I*. Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide and Electricity Production Due to Lockdown. Sustainability2020, 12, 9397. https://doi.org/10.3390/su12229397 (Q2 WoS)
75. Nur Kamila Ramli, Yusri Yusup, Christabel Lam Pei Lin, Baharin Azahari, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Performance of Calcium Chloride and Silica Gel as Solid Desiccant Dehumidifiers for Indoor Air Quality. Journal of Advanced Research in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences 2021, 88(3), pp. 57–70. Scopus)
76. Ali Salehabadi*, Norhashimah Morad, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, A study on electrochemical hydrogen storage performance of β-copper phthalocyanine rectangular nanocuboids, Renewable Energy, 2020 Volume 146: 497-503 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2019.06.176 (Q1 WoS)
77. Sheikh Ahmad Zaki, Siti Wan Syahidah, Mohd Fairuz Shahidan, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad^*, Fitri Yakub, Mohamad Zaki Hassan, Mohd Yusof Md Daud 4, Assessment of Outdoor Air Temperature with Different Shaded Area within an Urban University Campus in Hot-Humid Climate, Sustainability, 2020, 12(14), 5741; https://doi.org/10.3390/su12145741 (Q2 WoS).
78. Nur Anis Ahmad, Ali Salehabadi, Syahidah Akmal Muhammad, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Potential Risk and Occupational Exposure of Pesticides Among Rice Farmers of a Village Located in Northern Peninsular of Malaysia. Exposure and Health. 2020 https://doi.org/10.1007/s12403-019-00333-9 (Q2 WoS)
79. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Baharin Bin Azahari, Ali Salehabadi, Yusri Bin Yusup, Mohd Firdaus Bin Yhaya, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Structural, Thermal, and Mechanical Properties of Spent Mushroom Substrate (SMS) and Rubberwood Sawdust (RWS) Binderless Particleboards, Journal of Advanced Research in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, 2020: 75/2:, 113-124 (Scopus) 
80. Jia Hui Ang, Yusri Yusup, Sheikh Ahmad Zaki Shaikh Salim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. A review on kinetic energy harvesting towards innovative technological advances from sustainable sources. Journal of Advanced Research in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, 2020: 66, Issue 1 (2020) 12-41 (Scopus)
81. Mohammad Aliff, S., Baharin, A., Yusri, Y., Mohd Firdaus, Y., Ali, S., Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Preparation and Characterization of Mycelium as a Bio-Matrix in Fabrication of Bio-Composite. Journal of Advanced Research in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, 2020. 65(2), 253-263. (Scopus)
82. Zeyad Amin Al-absi, Mohd Hafizal Bin Mohd Isa*, Mazran Bin Ismail, Mardiana Idayu Binti Ahmad, Muhamad Azhar Bin Ghazali, 2020, Peak indoor air temperature reduction for buildings in hot-humid climate using phase change materials, Case Studies in Thermal Engineering. 2020. 22: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csite.2020.100762 (Q1 WoS)
83. Ali Salehabadi, Mohammad Faisal Umar, Akil Ahmad, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Norli Ismail, Mohd Rafatullah*, Carbon-based nanocomposites in solid-state hydrogen storage technology: An overview. International Journal of Energy Research. 2020. Pages 11044-11058 https://doi.org/10.1002/er.5674 (Q1 WoS).
84. Siti Hazar Mohamed, Md Sohrab Hossain*, Mohamad Haafiz Bin Mohamad Kassim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Fatehah Binti Mohd Omar, Venugopal A/l Balakrishnan, Muzafar Zulkifli, Ahmad Naim Ahmad Yahaya, Recycling Waste Cotton Cloths for the Isolation of Cellulose Nanocrystals: A Sustainable Approach, Polymers, 2021, 13:, 626 https://doi.org/10.3390/polym13040626 (Q1 WoS)
85. Abdassalam A. Azamzam, Mohd Rafatullah*, Esam Bashir Yahya, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Japareng Bin Lalung, Sarah Alharthi, Abeer Mohammad Alosaimi, Mahmoud A. Hussein, Insights into Solar Disinfection Enhancements for Drinking Water Treatment Applications, Sustainability, 2021, 13(19)  https://doi.org/10.3390/su131910570 (Q2 WoS)
86. Naseem Akhtar, Muhammad Izzuddin Syakir Ishak*, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Khalid Umar, Mohamad Shaiful Md Yusuff, Mohd Talha Anees, Abdul Qadir and Yazan Khalaf Ali Almanasir. Modification of the Water Quality Index (WQI) Process for Simple Calculation Using the Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) Method: A Review. Water. 2021, 13, 905. https://doi.org/10.3390/w13070905 (Q2 WoS).

 

 

2019

87. Ali Salehabadi, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Norhashimah Morad, Masoudsalavati-niasari, Mortezaenhessar, 2019, Electrochemical hydrogen storage properties of Ce0.75Zr0.25O2 nanopowders synthesized by sol-gel method, Journal of Alloys and Compound, Volume 790: 884-890. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2019.03.160 (Q1 WoS)
88. Jia Hui Ang, Yusri Yusup, Sheikh Ahmad Zaki Shaikh Salim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. A CFD Study of Flow Around an Elevator Towards Potential Kinetic Energy Harvesting. Journal of Advanced Research in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences 59, Issue 1 (2019) 54-65 (Scopus)
89. Jia Hui Ang, Yusri Yusup, Sheikh Ahmad Zaki Shaikh Salim, Ali Salehabadi, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. CFD Study On the Behaviour and Turbulence of the Airflow Induced by The Moving Elevator Car in Elevator Shaft Using K- Epsilon Model. CFD Letters 11, Issue 11 (2019) 1-12 (Scopus)

2018

90. Tang Chiau Yong, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Yusri Yusup, Development of energy recovery with air-conditioning system, Journal of Physical Science V 29, No. 1 (Scopus)

2017

91. Wong Chiang Ann, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Indoor air quality investigation in manufacturing and storing areas inside a food industry. International Journal of Science and Research Volume 6 Issue 9, September 2017. 88-93.
92. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Mohd Firdaus Yhaya*, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Physical Effects of Pre-Hydrolysis and Alkali Treatment of Empty Fruit Bunch (EFB) Fibers. International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Applications. Vol 8. No 6, 2017. 387-391.
93. A. Shakir, Mohd Firdaus Yhaya*, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. The Effect of Crosslinking Fibers with Polyvinyl Alcohol Using Citric Acid. Imperial Journal of Interdisciplinary Research 2017. Volume 3, Issue 4.

 2016

94. Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Experimental investigation on the performance of an air-to-air energy recovery for building applications in hot-humid climate. Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Sciences. Volume 10, Issue 1, pp. 1857-1864, June 2016. (Scopus)
95. Nurul Aqilah Alias, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Yusri Yusup, Norli Ismail. Thermal Environmental Conditions and Indoor Air Quality in a Primary School Located Close to an Industrial Zone in Northern Peninsular Malaysia. International Journal of Science and Research. Volume 5 Issue 11 November 20161347-1351.

2015

96. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat. Building energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions: Threat to climate change. Journal of Earth Science and Climatic Change. 2015, 1-3 http://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2157-7617.S3-001.
97. Siti Noor Aisyah Mohd Sabri, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Yusri Yusup. Assessment of air pollution tolerance index of selected plant species commonly found along roadsides in Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. International Journal of Science and Research 2015, Volume 4(11).
98. Ooi Seong Chuan, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Yusri Yusup, Analysing Meteorological Variables, Energy Consumption and Occupant Behaviour in an Office Building in Hot-Humid Climate Zone. International Journal of Science and Research Volume 4 Issue 5, May 2015. 88-93.
99. Siti Masitah Abul Rahman, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Yazariah Mohd Yatim. Heat Transfer and Effectiveness Analysis of a Crossflow Heat Exchanger for Energy Recovery Applications in Hot-Humid Climate. Energy Research Journal 2015 Volume 6, Issue 1, 2015. 7-14.Nur Aqidah A.Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Darlina Md Naim*. Molecular DNA identification of selected medicinal plants used by traditional healers in Malaysia. Genetics and Molecular Research 14 (4): 15937-15947 (2015). 4238/2015.December.7.5 (Q1 WoS)

 

2014

100. Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Design, Efficiency and Recovered Energy of An Air-to- Air Energy Recovery System for Building Applications in Hot-Humid Climate. International Journal of Science and Research, Volume 3 Issue 9, September 2014, 1803-1807.
101. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Nur Anis Ahmad, Syahidah Akmal Muhammad, Norizan Esa, A survey on use, hazards and potential risks of rice farming pesticides in Permatang Keriang Pulau Pinang (Malaysia). International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, Volume 4, Issue 10, October 2014, 1- 11.
102. Nur Aqidah A.Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Darlina Md Naim, Mahamad Hakimi Ibrahim. Investigation on Physical Air Pollution Variables in Tropical Spice Garden Pulau Pinang, Malaysia, Journal of Emerging Trends in Engineering and Applied Sciences, 2014: 5(4), 256-261.
103. Yusri Yusup*, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Norli Ismail. Indoor air quality of typical Malaysian open-air restaurants. Environment and Pollution Vol 3, No 4 2014.

2013

104. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat, Review on Physical and Performance Parameters of Heat Recovery System for Building Applications, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 28 (2013) 174-190. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2013.07.016 (Q1 WoS)
105. Nur Aqidah A. Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad* Haron Daud, Darlina Md Naim, Main Pateri dan persekitaran fizikal: satu kajian kes di Kg Jedok, Kelantan. Jurnal Antarabangsa Dunia Melayu, Jilid 6 Bil 2 2013. Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka.

 2012

106. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat, Review on heat recovery technologies for building applications, J. of Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Volume 16, Issue 2,February 2012,Pages 1241-1255. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2011.09.026 (Q1 WoS)

 

2011

107. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat, An experimental study on the performance of enthalpy recovery system for building applications, J. of Energy and Buildings, Volume 43, Issue 9,September 2011,Pages 2533-2538. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2011.06.009 (Q1 WoS)

 Chapters in book

 2024

108. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Alsaadi, Sami, Shakir, Mohammad Aliff, Binhweel, Fozy, Senusi, Wardah, Shalfoh, Ehsan, and Abdul Khalil, H. P. S. "Fueling the Future: Extraction and Production Technological Development of Marine Macroalgae-Seaweed Biodiesel." Multidisciplinary Applications of Marine Resources, edited by Mohd Rafatullah, Masoom Raza Siddiqui, Moonis Ali Khan, and Riti Thapar Kapoor, Springer, Singapore, 2023, pp. 285-302. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-5057-3_13.
109. Shakir, Mohammad Aliff, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad* and Abdul Khalil, H. P. S. "Utilization of Marine Green Algae for the Development of Bioplastics." Multidisciplinary Applications of Marine Resources, edited by Mohd Rafatullah, Masoom Raza Siddiqui, Moonis Ali Khan, and Riti Thapar Kapoor, Springer, Singapore, 2023, pp. 303-319. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-5057-3_14
110. Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman, Elis Syuhaila Mokhtar, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Introduction of Project-Based Learning (PjBL) for Renewable Energy Sources In: Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman. Eds: Renewable Energy Sources and Technology via Project-Based Learning, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2024 ISBN 9789674618957.
111. Siti Norfazira Ramli, Sharifah Noor Baizura Ahmad, Huang Jiaxiong, Ramendhirran A/L Govindasamy, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Husnul Azan Tajarudin. Hybrid Biomass-Geothermal Power Plant Project: A Proposed Case Study in Baling Kedah Malaysia In: Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman. Eds: Renewable Energy Sources and Technology via Project-Based Learning, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2024 ISBN 9789674618957.
112. Nor Wardah Mohamad Senusi, Vaishnavi Chandraraj, Norli Ismail, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Pico Hydro Power Project In: Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman. Eds: Renewable Energy Sources and Technology via Project-Based Learning, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2024 ISBN 9789674618957.
113. Fozy Binhweel, Thoo Ding Shan, Tee Wee Thong, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman, Muhammad Azhar Ghazali, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Solar Backpack Project In: Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman. Eds: Renewable Energy Sources and Technology via Project-Based Learning, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2024 ISBN 9789674618957.
114. Nur Kamila Ramli, Elya Nabila Harif Johari, Nurfarah Farhana Azenan, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman, Khairul Thalleh Mustafa, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) Project: A Proposed Case Study of Sabah TroughIn: Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman. Eds: Renewable Energy Sources and Technology via Project-Based Learning, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2024 ISBN 9789674618957.
115. Nor Amalin Keling, Chua Chong Chai, Norfarahanim Zainal Arifin, Nur Hafizah Kamaruddin, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Pearl Tidal Bay Project: A Proposed Case Study in Penang In: Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman. Eds: Renewable Energy Sources and Technology via Project-Based Learning, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2024 ISBN 9789674618957.
116. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Nur Kamila Ramli, Nur Fatin Zahra Mohamad Zhahir, Nor Azua Mohamed Nawawi, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman, Sheikh Ahmad Zaki, Mohd Hafizal Mohd Isa. Portable Spiral Wind Turbine ProjectIn: Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Md Baharuddin Abdul Rahman. Eds: Renewable Energy Sources and Technology via Project-Based Learning, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2024 ISBN 9789674618957.
117. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Ramli, Nur Kamila, Ahmad, Nur Anis and Ahmad, Harlina. Biorefining Raw Materials and Feedstock: Challenges and Future Perspectives In Production and Biorefining of Biocrude Oil: Current Status and Future Development edited by Mohamad Aslam, Springer Nature (accepted in press).

 2023

118. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Ramli, Nur Kamila, Ahmad, Nur Anis and Ahmad, Harlina. "Pesticides and Risk Assessment in Agriculture". Bioremediation Technologies: For Wastewater and Sustainable Circular Bioeconomy, edited by Riti Thapar Kapoor and Mohd Rafatullah, Berlin, Boston: De Gruyter, 2023, pp. 89-110. https://doi.org/10.1515/9783111016825-005
119. Ahmad, Harlina, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Nadarajah, Rekah, Ratha Pukallenthy, Nishalini and Ismail, Norli. "Bioremediation of Pesticides in the Environment". Bioremediation Technologies: For Wastewater and Sustainable Circular Bioeconomy, edited by Riti Thapar Kapoor and Mohd Rafatullah, Berlin, Boston: De Gruyter, 2023, pp. 77-88. https://doi.org/10.1515/9783111016825-004

2018

120. Mohd Firdaus Yhaya, Husnul Azan Tajarudin, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, 2018, Introduction, SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology. In: Mohd Firdaus Yhaya, Husnul Azan Tajarudin, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Eds. Renewable and Sustainable Materials in Green Technology, Springer. ISBN 978-3-319-75121-4.

2021

121. Nor Amalin Keling, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Abdul Malek Abdul Rahman.Thermal Comfort Design Consideration In A Malaysian Typical Traditional Village House And A Typical Traditional Shop House. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Eds: Integrating Local Knowledge with Science and Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia,ISBN 9789674612238 
122. Nur Aqidah A.Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Darlina Md. Naim, Mahamad Hakimi Ibrahim. A Review on Toxic Heavy Metals Contents (As, Pb, Hg, Cd) In Edible and Herbal Plants. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Eds: Integrating Local Knowledge with Science and Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia, ISBN 9789674612238 
123. Nur Aqidah A.Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Darlina Md. Naim, Mahamad Hakimi Ibrahim^. Review on Multi-Elements in Herbal Plants. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Eds: Indigenous Knowledge and Sustainable Practice. Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia ISBN 9789674611811
124. Nur Anis Ahmad, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad^*, Syahidah Akmal Muhammad_, Norizan Esa, Widad Fadhullah.^.Modern and Traditional Methods on Risk Minimization Strategies towards Good Agricultural Paddy Pesticide Practices. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Eds: Indigenous Knowledge and Sustainable Practice. Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia ISBN 9789674611811
125. Darlina Md. Naim*, Nur Aqidah A.Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Medicinal Plant Identification: A Short Review. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Eds: Indigenous Knowledge and Sustainable Practice. Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia ISBN 9789674611811
126. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad* Nur Aqidah A.Aziz, Darlina Md Naim, A review on medicinal plants studies in Malaysia: scientific approach and local knowledge. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Eds: Documenting Indigenous Knowledge in Science, Technology and Innovation, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia ISBN 9789674611975
127. Nur-Aqidah AAziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Siti Noor Aisyah Mohd Sabri, Darlina Md Naim, Zuraidah Mohd Yusoff, Saad Othman. Ethno-botanical Study of Medicinal Plants Commonly Used in Traditional Treatment in Northern Peninsular Malaysia. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Eds: Documenting Indigenous Knowledge in Science, Technology and Innovation, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia ISBN 9789674611975
128. Mohammad Aliff Shakir Mohd Khir Jamil, Baharin Azahari*, Mohd Firdaus Yhaya, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Husnul Azan Tajarudin. Banana Waste: From Traditional to Modern Applications. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Eds: Documenting Indigenous Knowledge in Science, Technology and Innovation, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia ISBN 9789674611975

2016

129. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Saffa Riffat. Applications of Air-to-Air Energy Recovery in Various Climatic Conditions. In: Mardiana I Ahmad, Mazran Ismail, Saffa Riffat. Eds. Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technologies for Building and Environmental Applications. Springer US ISBN 978-3-319-31838-7.
130. Tan Yih Chia, Mazran Ismail, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. Turbine Ventilator as Low Carbon Technology. In: Mardiana I Ahmad, Mazran Ismail, Saffa Riffat. Eds. Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technologies for Building and Environmental Applications. Springer US Springer US ISBN 978-3-319-31838-7.

2015

131. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Chapter 1: Overview of Energy. In: Haslan Abu Hassan, Maznah Mohamad Saipon. Eds. Energy and the Environment, Centre for Education and Training in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency and Green Technology, Penang. 2015. ISBN 9789833474370.
132. Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Siti Masitah Abul Rahman, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Malay house ventilation: past and present. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Ed: Natural Resources and Technology. Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. 2015ISBN 9789838619172.
133. Siti Noor Aisyah Mohd Sabri, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Darlina Md Naim. Plants as bioindicators based on APTI approach. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Ed: Natural Resources and Technology. Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.2015 ISBN 9789838619172.
134. Ezah Azimah Fauzi, Norzaini Zainal*, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Preparation of local bamboo using traditional method as humidity absorber. In: Darlina Md Naim, Leela Rajamani, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Ed. Natural Resources and Technology. Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. 2015 ISBN 9789838619172.
135. Nur Anis Ahmad, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Zuraidah Mohd Yusoff, Norizan Esa. Adverse effects and traditional treatment of pesticide poisoning. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Zuraidah Mohd Yusoff. Ed. Nature and Traditional Healing . Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2015 ISBN 9789838619202.
136. Nur Aqidah A.Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Darlina Md Naim, Haron Daud. Biodiversity concept and the roles of animals and plants in traditional medicine. In: Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Zuraidah Mohd Yusoff. Ed. Nature and Traditional Healing . Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2015 ISBN 9789838619202.
137. Darlina Md Naim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Review on the Ethnomedicinal Importance of Mangrove Species in Malaysia. In: In: Darlina Md Naim, Leela Rajamani, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Ed. Natural Resources and Aquatic Environment. Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. 2015 ISBN 9789838619172.

2014

138. Mardiana A. Riffat SB. Zafirah MF, Masitah ARS. Building energy consumption and low carbon technology. In Multi Vols of Compendium of Energy Science & Technology, Studium Press LLC, USA. 2014, 369-380.
139. Norizan Esa*, Hashimah Yunus, Nooraida Yakub, Mahamad Hakimi Ibrahim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Enhancing students' ecological thinking to improve understanding of environmental risk. In: Nobuhiro Kaneko, Shinji Yoshiuraand Masanori Kobayashi. Eds. Sustainable Living with Environmental Risks. Springer Japan 2014 (265-272). ISBN 978-4-431-54803-4
140. Syahirah Kunji Mohammed, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Menggalur kearifan tradisional dalam pengurangan risiko racun perosak dalam pertanian sebagai kaedah alternatif selamat dan hijau. In: Mohd Kipli Abd Rahman, Tarmiji Masron, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Ed. Merekayasa Kearifan Tempatan: Citra Seni dan Sains Dalam Teknologi, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. 2014. ISBN: 9789838616331.
141. Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Mohd Kipli Abd Rahman, Mengangkat Elemen Kearifan Tempatan dalam Pendidikam dan Kesedaran Alam Sekitar. In: Mohd Kipli Abd Rahman, Tarmiji Masron, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Ed. Merekayasa Kearifan Tempatan: Citra Seni dan Sains Dalam Teknologi, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. 2014. ISBN: 9789838616331.
142. Nur Aqidah A. Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Mohd Kipli Abd Rahman .Warisan Tradisional Masyarakat Baba dan Nyonya. In: Mohd Kipli Abd Rahman, Tarmiji Masron, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Ed. Merekayasa Kearifan Tempatan: Citra Seni dan Sains Dalam Teknologi, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. 2014. ISBN: 9789838616331.

 

2013

143. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat, Integrated heat recovery system with wind-catcher for building applications: towards energy-efficient technologies. In: A. Mendez Villas. Ed. Materials and Processes for Energy: Communicating Current Research and Technological Developments. Formatex Research Center 2013 (720-727). ISBN (13): 978-84-939843-7-3.

 Proceedings/Conference

2021

Nor Kamila Ramli, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. The Performance of Calcium Chloride and Silica Gel as Solid Desiccant Dehumidifier for Indoor Air Quality. Proceedings International Conference on Applied Thermofluids & Computational Fluids Mechanics 2021 (ICAT 2021), Malaysia 2021.

 2017

144. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad^* , Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Saffa Riffat. Energy Recovery System in Various Climatic Conditions: Towards Reducing Energy Consumption in Buildings. Proceedings ICRST London United Kingdom 2017
145. Mohammad Aliff Shakir, Mohd Firdaus Yhaya*, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Physical Effects of Pre-Hydrolysis and Alkali Treatment of Empty Fruit Bunch (EFB) Fibers. International Conference on Materials Technology and Applications, Tokyo Japan 2017

 2016

146. Sofizain Adam*, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad , Mohd Wira Mohd Shafiei , Haslan Abu Hassan , Faizal Baharum, Soib Taib , Nur Faiza Hussin , Nurliana Zainul Adnan , Muhammad Amir Baihaqi Metaha. Implementation of energy performance certification (EPCert) scheme for government buildings in Melaka. Proceedings National Conference on Knowledge Transfer, Penang Malaysia 2016.
147. Nur-Aqidah AA, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad^*, Darlina Md. Naim. Human Health Risk Assessment of Multi-Elements in Edible and Herbal Plants. Proceedings ICLK 2016, Penang Malaysia.
148. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Saffa Riffat. Feasibility and performance study of an air-to-air energy recovery system for buildings application in hot-humid climate. Proceedings 5th International Symposium on Energy Challenges & Mechanics (ISECM) –Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom 2016.

2015

149. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Siti Masitah Abul Rahman, Tan Yih Chia, Saffa Riffat. Performance investigation of an energy recovery system for building application in hot-humid climate. Proceedings SET14th, Nottingham UK 2015.
150. Tan Yih Chia, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Mazran Ismail. Turbine ventilator as low carbon technology for energy conservation in buildings. Proceedings ICERT 2015, Penang Malaysia.
151. Chen Ean Gooi, Chiau Yong Tang, Wang Jun Lim, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*.
     Indoor thermal conditions in selected air-conditioned rooms in a tertiary educational institution in Malaysia. Proceedings ICERT 2015, Penang Malaysia.
152. Nur Aqidah A. Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Darlina Md Naim, Siti Noor Aisyah Mohd Sabri, Haron Daud. Ethnobotanical Study of Medicinal Plants Commonly Used in Malay Traditional Treatment in Northern Peninsular Malaysia. Proceedings ICLK 2015, Bandung, Indonesia.
153. Nurul Aqilah Alias, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Yusri Yusup, Norli Ismail, Haslan Abu Hassan, Badrol Hisham Mohd Nowani. Assessment of indoor air quality and thermal comfort environmental factors in a secondary school located close to an industrial zone in Northern Peninsular Malaysia. Proceedings ICERT 2015, Penang Malaysia.
154. Mazran Ismail*, Karam M. Al-Obaidi, Abdul Malek Abdul Rahman, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Container Architecture in the Hot-Humid Tropics: Potential and Constraints. . Proceedings ICERT 2015, Penang Malaysia.
155. Darlina Md Naim*, Nur Aqidah A. Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Molecular Method of Selected Herbal Plants: Towards Reliable Identification System for Potential Risks. Proceedings ICLK 2015, Bandung, Indonesia
156. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Nur Aqidah A. Aziz, Darlina Md Naim. Risk Assessment of Multi-Element Concentrations in Selected Herbal Plants of Malaysia

2014

157. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Saffa Riffat. Performance investigation of a novel solar photovoltaic powered hybrid energy recovery system. Proceedings ACSEE 2014, Osaka Japan 2014.
158. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Saffa Riffat. Design and Performance Analysis of a Novel Hybrid Energy Recovery System for Building Applications. Proceedings SET13th, Geneva Swirtzerland 2014.
159. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad^1,*, Fatin Zafirah Mansur¹, Siti Masitah Abul Rahman¹, Yazariah Mohd Yatim², Saffa Riffat³. Performance Analysis of an Energy Recovery System for Building Applications in Hot and Humid Climates. Proceedings BICET, Brunei 2014.
160. Siti Masitah Abul Rahman, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Yazariah Mohd Yatim. Heat Transfer Analysis of an Energy Recovery Ventilator for Building Ventilation. Proceedings IECH, Kelantan, Malaysia 2014.
161. Nur Aqidah A.Aziz¹, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*¹, Darlina Md Naim². Field Study on Physical Air Pollution Variables in Tropical Region of Northern Peninsular Malaysia. Proceedings IECH, Kelantan, Malaysia 2014.
162. Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Performance Investigation of an Air-to-Air Energy Recovery System for Building Ventilation in Hot-Humid Climate. Proceedings IECH, Kelantan, Malaysia 2014.
163. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad^1,*, Nur Aqidah A.Aziz¹, Darlina Md Naim². Investigation on Physical Air Pollution Variables in Tropical Spice Garden Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. Proceedings IBCELC, Okinawa, Japan 2014.
164. Nur Anis Ahmad, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Syahidah Akmal Muhammad. Survey and Potential Risks of Paddy Pesticides in Permatang Keriang. Proceedings IECH, Kelantan, Malaysia 2014.
165. Darlina Md. Naim¹, Nur-Aqidah A.Aziz², Mardiana-Idayu Ahmad². Molecular identification: choosing the right primers for identification of selected medicinal plants of Malaysia. Proceedings IBCELC, Okinawa, Japan 2014.
166. Nur Anis Ahmad, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Syahidah Akmal Muhammad, Norizan Esa. A Survey on Agricultural Practices of Pesticide among Local Paddy Farmers in Permatang Keriang Village, Pulau Pinang. Proceedings Regional Conference on Local Knowledge 2014. Kuching Sarawak
167. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Darlina Md Naim, Haron Daud Environmental Ethics in Kaul Ritual of Melanau Communities in Sarawak: Human and Biodiversity Relationship. Proceedings Regional Conference on Local Knowledge 2014. Kuching Sarawak
168. Siti Noor Aisyah Mohd Sabri, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Medicinal Plants and Ornamental Shrubs as Bio-indicators based on Air Pollution Tolerance Index (APTI) Approach. Proceedings Regional Conference on Local Knowledge 2014. Kuching Sarawak.
169. Nur Aqidah A.Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Darlina Md Naim, Mahamad Hakimi Ibrahim. A Survey on Common Medicinal Plants Used in Malay Traditional Healing. Proceedings Regional Conference on Local Knowledge 2014. Kuching Sarawak.

2013

170. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat, Rick Richard. Development and performance investigation of building integrated heat recovery (BIHR) system, Proceedings SET12th, Hong Kong, 2013.
171. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat, Rick Richard. Experimental investigation of building integrated energy recovery system with photovoltaic powered fans. Proceedings ECSEE 2013, Brighton,UK, 2013.
172. Nur Anis Ahmad, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Darlina Md Naim. Agricultural pesticides: The risks, adverse effects and traditional antidotes. Proceedings of Regional Conference of Local Knowledge, Kuala Terengganu 2013. ISBN 978-967-12163-0-9
173. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Darlina Md Naim. Integrating science and local knowledge: the role of agricultural traditional knowledge in risk management and environmental protection. Proceedings of Regional Conference of Local Knowledge, Kuala Terengganu 2013. ISBN 978-967-12163-0-9.
174. Nur Aqidah A. Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Darlina Md Naim. Biodiversity concept and the use of plants in traditional healing. Proceedings of Regional Conference of Local Knowledge, Kuala Terengganu 2013. ISBN 978-967-12163-0-9
175. Adibah Abu Bakar, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Darlina Md Naim*. Malaysian Mangroves: Fish Nurseries for Local Food Source. Proceedings of Regional Conference of Local Knowledge, Kuala Terengganu 2013. ISBN 978-967-12163-0-9
176. Norzaini Zainal, Fara Dayana Md. Jufri, Noraina Adam, Nurul Farhana Low Abdullah, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad. Transdisciplinary Project: Humanizing the Concept of Nanotechnology through Proceedings of Regional Conference of Local Knowledge, Kuala Terengganu 2013. ISBN 978-967-12163-0-9

2012

177. Nur Aqidah A. Aziz, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Field study on occupants’ thermal comfort and indoor air quality of air-conditioned rooms in hot and humid climate. Proceedings of International Environment and Health Conference, Penang, Malaysia, 2012.
178. Nasuha Abidin, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Mohd Rafatullah, Determination of concentration of particulate matters in laboratories and their potential health effects to laboratory users. Proceedings of International Environment and Health Conference, Penang, Malaysia, 2012.
179. Syahirah Kunji Mohammed, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Menggalur kearifan tradisional dalam pengurangan risiko racun perosak dalam pertanian sebagai kaedah alternatif selamat dan hijau.Proceedings of Regional Conference of Local Knowledge, Penang 2012.
180. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Claire Su Xin-Hui, Mahamad Hakimi Ibrahim, Risk Assessment of pesticide usage by paddy farmers in Pulau Pinang, Malaysia, Proceedings of International Environment and Health Conference, Penang, Malaysia, 2012.
181. Fatin Zafirah Mansur, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Mohd Kipli, Adopting local wisdom in environmental education and awareness- a case study of Penang Botanical Garden as natural heritage. Proceedings of Regional Conference of Local Knowledge, Penang 2012.

 2011

182. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat, Performance investigation of novel building integrated heat/energy recovery system with fibre wick structure for cooling/dehumidification, Proceedings SET10th, Istanbul, Turkey, September, 2011.

183. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Mahamad Hakimi Ibrahim, Silent damage of pesticide: the need for the adoption of indigenous and traditional pest management practices in agriculture, Proceedings of Regional Conference of Local Knowledge, 2011.

 

2010

184. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat, A novel integrated heat/energy recovery system for building ventilation, Proccedings SET9^th, Shanghai, China, 2010.

 

2009

185. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*, Saffa Riffat, Mark Worall and Mark Gillott, Experimental investigation of air-to-air plate heat/energy recovery performance with wind-catcher ventilation system, Proceedings SET8th, Aachen, Germany, 2009.

 

Other publications: Popular Books/Novel/Short Story

2021

Mardiana Idayu Ahmad*. The World According to MIA: Through Haiku and Poem Lens. 2021 e-ISBN: 978-967-19258-1-2 https://indiework.usm.my/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=250.

2006

186. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Siri Penyakit- Penyakit Antraks : Meningitis, Feringhi Distributors, Air Itam, Pulau Pinang, 2006. ISBN:
187. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Siri Penyakit- Penyakit Apendisitis : Penyakit gastrik, Feringhi Distributors, Air Itam, Pulau Pinang, 2006. ISBN:
188. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Siri Penyakit- Penyakit Asma : Penyakit Kronik Saluran Pernafasan, Feringhi Distributors, Air Itam, Pulau Pinang, 2006. ISBN:
189. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Siri Penyakit- AIDS (Sindrom Kurang Upaya Tahan Melawan Penyakit) : Hepatitits B, Feringhi Distributors, Air Itam, Pulau Pinang, 2006. ISBN:
190. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Siri Penyakit- SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) : Selesema Burung, Feringhi Distributors, Air Itam, Pulau Pinang, 2006. ISBN:
191. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Siri Penyakit- Strok (Angin Ahmar) : Penyakit Koronari Jantung, Feringhi Distributors, Air Itam, Pulau Pinang, 2006. ISBN: 9831103130
192. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Siri Penyakit- Penyakit Taun : Keracunan Makanan, Feringhi Distributors, Air Itam, Pulau Pinang, 2006. ISBN:
193. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Evaluation of Risk Exposure in Chlorpyrifos Handling and Usage in Pomelo Orchard, Bagan Serai, Perak, Malaysia. Master Thesis, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, 2006.
194. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Siri Penyakit- Penyakit Barah Paru-paru : Penyakit Tibi, Feringhi Distributors, Air Itam, Pulau Pinang, 2006. ISBN:

2005

195. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Khasiat Buah-Buahan Dan Sayur-Sayuran-Siri Alam Sains dan Kehidupan, Feringhi Distributors, Pulau Pinang, 2005. ISBN:
196. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Mikroorganisma, Siri Alam Sains dan Kehidupan Feringhi Distributors, Pulau Pinang, 2005. ISBN: 9789831101865.
197. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Kelas-kelas Haiwan, Feringhi Distributors, Pulau Pinang, 2005. ISBN:
198. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Kelas-kelas Makanan, Feringhi Distributors, Pulau Pinang, 2005. ISBN:
199. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Organ-Organ Manusia. Ferringhi Distributors. Pulau Pinang 2005 ISBN 983110187
200. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Pembiakan Tumbuhan. Ferringhi Distributors.Pulau Pinang 2005 ISBN 983110185
201. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Bentuk-Bentuk Tenaga. Ferringhi Distributors. Pulau Pinang 2005 ISBN 983110188
202. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, Bumi dan Alam Semesta. Ferringhi Distributors. Pulau Pinang 2005 ISBN 983110181
203. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2005. Ayam Dan Musang. Siri Cerita Kanak-Kanak. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110176
204. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2005. Pemuda Ditipu Pelanduk. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110176

205. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2005. Tikus Dengan Perangkapnya. Siri Cerita Kanak-Kanak. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110176
206. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2005. Si Kucing Putih Dengan Si Gagak Hitam. Siri Cerita Kanak-Kanak. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110176
207. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2005. Pemberian Ratu Burung. Siri Cerita Kanak-Kanak. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110176
208. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2005. Katak Dengan Rusa Siri Cerita Kanak-Kanak. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110176
209. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2005. Anak Tupai Diculik Beruang. Siri Cerita Kanak-Kanak. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110176
210. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2005. Monyet Muda Yang Angkuh. Siri Cerita Kanak-Kanak. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110176
211. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2005. Kisah Pokok Kelapa. Siri Cerita Kanak-Kanak. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110176
212. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2006. Kisah Burung Merpati. Siri Cerita Kanak-Kanak. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110176
213. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2006. Sang Badak Yang Jahat. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110215
214. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2006. Monyet Yang Tamak. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110215
215. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2006. Kuda Yang Angkuh. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110215
216. Mardiana Idayu Ahmad, 2006. Burung Merak Yang Sombong. Ferringhi Distributors. ISBN 983110215