Research Interest: Systematics, Biology and Diversity of nematodes parasitising fishes and some other vertebrates

Research Interest: Nutrition and Public Health, Evaluation of Food Safety and Composition, Development of analytical methods for the determination of migrants and components in foodstuffs, Food-Packaging interactions, Mathematical modelling of migration, Mass Spectrometry applied to Food Analysis, Study of lipid oxidation and migration phenomena in foods, Analysis of bioactive
compounds and nutritional composition of foods, namely traditional foods

Research Interest: The Applied research is devoted to the study of nutrition and growth of aquatic species of commercial interest (shrimp, sea urchin, fish) in confined conditions, inland and off-shore. Connected to the research on the feeding of species of commercial interest is the study of polymer matrices for the manufacturing of functional pellets. Applied research covers activities relating to:
• Formulation of biopolymer matrix based pellets for animal feeding. Polysaccharides obtained from renewable sources are used as binders for the manufacturing of pellets to be employed for feeding of aquatic species of commercial interest.
• Use of biopolymer matrices added with bioactive molecules (edible coating) for the preservation of animal products. Polysaccharides obtained from renewable sources are used, also with the addition of functional biomolecules, for the shelf-life extension of fillets of trout Oncorhynchus mykiss.
Another field of applied  research based on the results deriving from the study of  estradiol-receptor interaction in Octopus vulgaris gave rise to the realization of an environmental  biosensor  for pollutant detection.

Research Interest: Immunology, Virology and Molecular biology, Infectious Diseases, Immunity of both Medical and Invertebrate Animals, Plant Tissue Culture Concerning Herb Production, Marine Environment and Phage Therapy.

Research Interest: Neuropharmacological effectsof foods and natural products
Health benefits and processing of seafoods.

Research Interest: Viruses on microbial mortality and diversification in marine and Freshwater Environment, Bacterial population dynamics during the cyanobacterial blooming
Microbial genomics.

Research Interest: Comparative Physiology,  Neuroendocrinology , Stress Physiology, Reproductive Biology

Research Interest: Bacterial resistance to environmental contaminants environmental bioremediation.

Research Interest: Aquaculutre-Environment Interactions, Marine ecology, Coastal Pollution, Ecosystem Functioning, Biogeochemistry, Ecotoxicology.

Research Interest: Understanding Molecular relationship and reaction with fish and their environment.

Sitti Raehanah Muhamad Shaleh, an esteemed researcher and lecturer, has left an indelible mark on the field of aquaculture through her unwavering commitment to advancing knowledge, teaching, and research. With a profound passion for aquatic life and a thirst for exploration, she has tirelessly dedicated herself to unravelling the mysteries of aquatic ecosystems and contributing significantly to the growth of the aquaculture industry. Born with an innate curiosity, her journey in academia began with her pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science, which she accomplished in 1994 from Universiti Pertanian Malaysia (UPM). Recognizing her potential as a budding scientist, she delved further into academia, embarking on a remarkable journey to attain a Ph.D. in Aquatic Ecosystem Management in 2004 from the same university.  Sitti Raehanah's research journey took her across continents, as she ventured to the United States to conduct groundbreaking research on microalgae and seaweed culture at the prestigious Scripps Institution of Oceanography in La Jolla, San Diego.  Upon her return to Malaysia, Sitti Raehanah's dedication and competence were recognized when she was appointed as the Dean of the School of Sustainable Agriculture at UMS Sandakan. Her two-year tenure saw her imparting her wisdom and fostering growth in both students and the institution. Her leadership and passion further solidified her reputation as an academic luminary. Sitti Raehanah's journey continued to flourish as she assumed the role of Visiting Professor at Kindai University in Japan. Her international collaborations enhanced her global perspective on aquaculture research, enriching her knowledge and enabling her to contribute to the field from multiple angles. In 2019, Sitti Raehanah reached another pinnacle in her illustrious career when she was entrusted with the position of the fourth director of the Borneo Marine Research Institute (BMRI) at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS). Under her guidance, the institute has thrived as a hub of innovation, research, and education in the realm of marine sciences, fisheries and aquaculture. At the heart of Sitti Raehanah's journey lies her unyielding commitment to research and education. Her in-depth exploration of microalgae has paved the way for groundbreaking advancements in this crucial area of aquaculture. Additionally, her investigations into Harmful Algal Blooms have provided vital insights into their effects on the aquaculture industry, contributing to its sustainable development. Beyond her research, Sitti Raehanah's impact is felt in the lecture halls and classrooms. Her dedication to teaching has led her to educate countless undergraduate students in subjects like seaweed farming, fish processing and post-harvest handling, live feed culture, and hatchery seed production. Her engaging and informative teaching style has also inspired many to pursue careers in aquaculture.  Sitti Raehanah Muhamad Shaleh's journey is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. Her contributions to aquaculture research, education, and leadership have left an indelible mark on the field, and her legacy will continue to inspire generations of marine scientists and enthusiasts to come.

Research Interest: Aquaculture ,  Sea Cucumber Breeding,  Microalgae Propagation, Seaweed Cutivation,  Harmful Algal Blooms

Research Interest: Marine Biology, Aquaculture, Fish parasitology, Fish Diseases.

Research Interest: Marine biomaterial,Tissue Engineering, Biofilm, Otitis Media.

Research Interest: Fish and shellfish pathology and immunology Microbiology and biotechnology Diagnosis, disease control and health management for aquatic animals Virulence mechanisms of pathogens and defense mechanisms of aquatic animals Aquaculture and Fishery Sciences

Research Interest: Taxonomy, Ultrastructure and host specificity of Microsporidia and others unicellular Parasites of water dwelling hosts, Ecological Parasitology, Parasitological consequences of biological Invasions