Objectives

  1. To provide researchers of Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) a platform to source students’ assistance in research work. 
  2. To provide opportunity for students to be involved and assist in research projects and thus enhancing their exposure and experience in research. 
Condition 
  1. Must be a full-time UTAR postgraduate student (by research only)
  2. Open to all Local and International students
How to apply
GRA Vacancy Post (For researcher/Principal Investigator) 
For researcher who would like to advertise your research assistant vacancies, kindly fill in the form below

GRA Vacancy Advertisement Request Form   
Vacancies
SG LONG CAMPUS
Privacy-Preserving Explainable AI for CNN Using Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE)
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Prof. Ts. Dr. Yap Wun She
 Apply
Exploring the Needs and Well-Being of the Young-Old in Klang Valley: Insights from Elderly–Caregiver Dyads.
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Ngoo Yee Ting
Apply
Evaluation of the effect of 3,6-Bis[4-(dimethylamino)butoxy]-1-hydroxyxanthone (AMSD-2) on tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-a)-induced endothelial activation
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)
Principal Investigator - Dr. Fong Lai Yen
Apply
Mapping the Active Intensity Maps of Large Language Models (LLMs) for Different Types of Input Prompts
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)
Principal Investigator - Dr. Yap Lee Ken
Apply
Nickel Oxyhydroxide Recovery from Electroplating Wastewater
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Ts. Dr. Shuit Siew Hoong
Apply
Training-Free Neural Networks for Data-Limited Learning in Imaging Contexts
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)
Principal Investigator - Ir. Ts. Dr. Chua Sing Yee
Apply
Autonomous and Intelligent Recommender Model for Tag Recommendation on Vendor Products Using Syntactic Patterns and Neighboring Tag Attributes
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Noor Azeera Binti Abdul Aziz
Apply
Top Management Support, Green Human Resource Management (GHRM), and Organizational Green Culture (OGC) as Predictors of Green Work Engagement (GWE) and Green Organisational Citizenship Behaviour (GOCB).
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Kalaivani a/p Jayaraman
Apply
Privacy-Preserving Visual Recognition via Foundation Model Embeddings and Self-Supervise Latent Contrast Learning
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Lai Yen Lung
Apply
Automated IDC Grading via Zero-Shot Retrieval-Augmented Generative AI and Vision-Language Models
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Ir. Ts. Dr. Hum Yan Chai
Apply
Development of energy harvesting device for an aerial soft robot with perching capability
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Low Jen Hahn
Apply
Sustainable material to improve properties of Pb-free solder alloy in environment-friendly PV modules
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Ts. Dr. Wong Mee Chu
Apply
Intranasal Delivery of EGCG-Loaded TPGS/Poloxamer 407 Micelles for the Treatment of Obesity-Associated Depressive Disorders in Mice
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)
Principal Investigator - Ts. Dr. Lee Siew Keah
Apply
Daylighting control for vertical farming in a greenhouse
(UTAR SF)
Principal Investigator - Ir. Dr. Lim Boon Han
Apply
Investigation on The Mesenchymal Stromal Cells-Laden Bioactive Injectable Bulking Material for Cartilage Tissue Engineering
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 1)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Nam Hui Yin
Apply
Optimizing the performance perovskite photovoltaic device for different composition of rare-earth nanoparticles Using Machine Learning framework
(MOSTI SRF)

Principal Investigator - Prof. Dr. Chong Kok Keong
Apply
Adaptive Multiple Image Encryption for Varying Sizes with Dynamic Permutation-Diffusion Using Quantum Chaotic Maps
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 1)
Principal Investigator - Dr. Wong Kuan Wai
Apply
Financial Volatility Forecasting using Hybrid Models Integrating Classical Time Series and Machine Learning Approaches
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 1)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Goh Yann Ling
Apply
Optimisation of PV Bifacial System
(CAS-ANSO Grant)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Lim Boon Han
Apply
Studies on Voltage Unbalance Issues of Multilevel Inverters in Performing Active Power Filtering through the Application of Intelligent Control Approaches.
(MOHE FRGS)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Hoon Yap
Apply
Elucidating the underlining mechanism of SARS-CoV-2 induced lung damage and the immunomodulatory function of iPSC derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (iMSC) on infected lung organoids
(MOHE FRGS)

Principal Investigator - Prof. Dr Alan Ong Han Kiat
Apply
KAMPAR CAMPUS
Context-aware object recognition robotics system with localization information for People with Mild Cognitive Impairment
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Ts. Dr. Teoh Shen Khang
Apply
Genomic and Metatranscriptomic Analyses of Marine Microbial Consortium for Microplastic Degradation
(FRGSS 2025)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Lam Ming Quan
Apply
From Tradition to Personal Choice: The Emergence of Childfree Choices Among Gen-Z Women in Klang Valley
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Koay Ying Yin
Apply
Perceptions of AI Chatbots on Brands' Website: A Comparative Study Between Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) and Hallym University Students
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Pragash a/l Muthu Rajan
Apply
Integrated Application of Nano-Bentonite Coated Urea and Poultry Litter Biochar to Enhance Soil Nitrogen Dynamics and Aerobic Rice Growth in Acidic Soil
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Gunavathy a/p Selvarajh
Apply
Data-Driven Optimization of Hermetia illucens Rearing: From Agricultural By-Product Diets to Machine Learning-Guided Harvest Timing
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Ong Mei Kying
Apply
Simulation of overland and stream flow dynamics and validation by satellite image data
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)

Principal Investigator - Prof. Dr. Akihiko Nakayama
Apply
3D Printing of Microalgae-Enhanced Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Biocomposites for Advanced Adsorptive Separation Processes
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 2)
Principal Investigator - Dr. Lim Hooi Ren
Apply
Elucidating Biodegradation Mechanism of Microplastics and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances in Bio-Dried Municipal Solid Waste and Post-Degradation Phytotoxicity
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 1)
Principal Investigator - Ts. Dr. Nurhanim binti Abdul Aziz
Apply
Developing a Sustainability Performance Measurement Framework (SPMF) for the Malaysian Hospitality Industry: Institutional Influences on Sustainability Adoption
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 1)
Principal Investigator - Dr. Anthony Tee Mooi Kwong
Apply
Examining performance-related determinants and their inter-relationships towards tertiary learners' adaptation to their future careers driven by Fifth Industrial Revolution (IR 5.0)
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 1)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Surindar Kaur a/p Gurmukh Singh
    Apply
Navigating the Impact of Green Practices on Malaysian Trucking Firm’s Performance. The Moderating Role of Government Support
(UTARRF 2025 Cycle 1)

Principal Investigator - Dr Yee Chew Fong
Apply
Degradation Study of Nitrile Butadine Gloves
(Industry Grant)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Nor Ismaliza binti Mohd Ismail
Apply
Securing Federated Learning Through Fully Homomorphic Encryption
(Korean National Research Fund)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Lee Wai Kong
Apply
Sustainable use of Smart Technology to Improve Quality and Quantity of “Bentong” Ginger
(UTARSF 2022 Cycle 1)

Principal Investigator - Dr. Phoon Lee Quen
Apply
last updated 8.12..2025