Dr. Katrul Nadia Basri, a Senior Researcher at the Photonics Technology Lab, MIMOS Berhad, is a shining example of Malaysian women excelling in the field of science and technology. With her impressive academic background and extensive research experience, Dr. Katrul has made significant contributions to the development of photonics technology and its applications.
Dr. Katrul’s journey began in 2014 when she earned her Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics from Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia. Her passion for the subject led her to pursue further studies, culminating in a Master’s degree and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Mara.
Since joining MIMOS Berhad in 2014, Dr. Katrul has honed her expertise in chemometrics analysis, prediction model development, and deployment. Her proficiency in data visualisation, manipulation, and model training using Python, Matlab, SQL, and PowerBI software has been instrumental in her research endeavours.
Dr. Katrul’s research focuses on the application of chemometrics and machine learning algorithms to analyse spectroscopic data. By combining statistical, mathematical, and machine learning methods, she extracts valuable information from datasets, enabling more accurate predictions, classifications, and optimisations in various scientific domains.
Her contributions to the field are evident in her numerous publications, patents, and copyrights. Additionally, Dr. Katrul’s active participation in competitions, winning awards at the Selangor R&D and Innovation Expo (SRIE), Malaysia Technology Expo and Invention, Innovation Design Expo, and community work at the Kembara Sains Borneo, Kembara STIE, and Petrosains Science Festival demonstrates her commitment to sharing her knowledge and making a positive impact on society.
Dr. Katrul and her team at the photonics laboratory have been at the forefront of research that has important implications for society and the nation. Their projects focus on detecting lard adulteration, developing non-invasive blood glucose monitoring, improving palm oil quality monitoring, and diagnosing caries severity using saliva samples. Her high-accuracy prediction models and optimised spectroscopy instruments contribute to the advancement of precision in photonics technologies. These innovations have the potential to revolutionise fields like healthcare and environmental monitoring, leading to more efficient and sustainable solutions.
As Dr. Katrul continues her research journey, she aims to expand the integration of advanced machine learning algorithms and data mining techniques into photonics applications. Her future goals include developing even more sophisticated prediction models, exploring deep learning architectures, and integrating machine learning models with edge computing and IoT platforms.
Dr. Katrul is a true inspiration, paving the way for future generations of women in science and technology. Her dedication, expertise, and contributions to photonics technology are a testament to the incredible potential of Malaysian women in research and innovation.
