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Personal profile
Biography
Professor Adeline Ting joined Monash University Malaysia in 2010. She is a trained plant pathologist, completing her Bachelor of Horticultural Science, Masters of Agricultural Science (Plant Pathology), and PhD (Plant Pathology) at Universiti Putra Malaysia. While her passion in agricultural studies remained steadfast, she has developed equal interest in Biodiversity Discovery, Environmental Sustainability, Sustainable Agriculture and Food Production, as well as in Nature-based Solutions for Climate Change.
Adeline is highly research-active, successfully securing 17 external grants throughout her career, with 10 of these as the Principal Investigator. Her funding comes from the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia (MOHE), the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation Malaysia (MOSTI), the industry, and non-profit organizations. Together with her PhD students, they were awarded the Nagao Environment Fund from Japan (2018) and two TORAY Research Grant Awards (2018/2019, 2021/2022). Adeline has published more than 100 refereed journal articles, 20 invited book chapters, and a single-authored book. Adeline's excellence in research has been recognized by several prestigious awards, including the National Outstanding Researcher Award (Biological Science) (2018) conferred by the Private Education Cooperative of Malaysia. She is twice the recipient of Monash University Malaysia’s PVC’s Award-for Research Excellence-for Postgraduate Supervision (2019) and Early Career Researcher (2013). Additionally, her early contributions to Teaching and Research has also been awarded the PVC Awards for Education and Research in 2012 and a PVC Commendation for Excellence in Education-Programs That Enhance Learning (2024). Adeline is also the recipient of several innovation awards, namely the two Gold Medals in ITEX 2022, ITEX 2018 and a Silver Medal in ITEX 2021. She was also the recipient of the Gold Award and the Outstanding Innovation Award in the MTE SDG 2023 innovation competition.
Adeline is currently the Associate Head of School (International). She was previously the Head of Discipline for Biological Science, a role held since 2015-2024. Her other portfolio roles included the Associate Head (Graduate Studies) from 2017-2019, and coordinatorship of various programmes and initiatives (Undergraduate Research, Internship, Sessional Teaching Essentials Program, Peer-Assisted Studies Program). She is an active member of the School Senior Management Committee, School Research Committee, and School Education Committee. She is also actively engaged in other scholarly activities with external communities, serving as one of the EXCO members for the Malaysian Society for Microbiology since 2019.
Adeline loves working with students, believing every student has great potential to accomplish great things in life. She believes that "inspiration works both ways". She is also a firm practioner of work-life-balance.
Research interests
Adelien is interested in Biodiversity Discovery, Environmental Sustainability, Sustainable Agriculture and Food Production, and Climate Change. She is passionate about learning the diverse microbes that exist in the environment, their adaptations and their potential biotechnological applications. Adeline loves working with bacteria and fungi, to realise their use as microbial-based solutions to improve resilience and sustainability of crops and environment towards climate change.
Supervision interests
Adeline loves to work with students who share the same research passion and interest. She welcomes expressions of interest from students at undegraduate, Honours and postgraduate (HDR) levels. Please visit the team's website to know more. Let's get connected!
Monash teaching commitment
- BTH2820 (Crop Science)
- BTH3732 (Environmental Microbiology)
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Plant Pathology, PhD, “Endophytic microorganisms for improvement of banana vigour and tolerance to Fusarium wilt”, Universiti Putra Malaysia (University Putra Malaysia)
Award Date: 31 Jan 2006
Research area keywords
- Applied microbiology
- Bioactive Compounds
- Bioremediation
- Endophytes
- Environmental microbiology
- Mycology
- Bacteriology
- Plant science
- Plant pathology
- Biocontrol
- Soil microbiology
- Microbial ecology
- Biopesticide
- Bioprospecting
- Biosourcing
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Illuminating the impact of artificial light at night on firefly diversity and ecology in urban parks in Kuala Lumpur
Jusoh, W. F. A. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Ting, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Lee, W.-L. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Tan, E. J. M. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Ballantyne, L. A. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/10/23 → 30/09/25
Project: Research
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Deciphering the soil and rhizosphere microbiomes of oil palm following introduction of the consortium of fungal biocontrol agents
Ting, A. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)) & Ayub, Q. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/08/22 → 31/12/28
Project: Research
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The Role of Agroleaf Foliar Fertilisers on Plant Growth and Tolerance towards Rhizoctonia solani in Durian (Durio zibethinus) Seedlings
Ting, A. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
1/06/23 → 31/07/24
Project: Research
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Biosynthesis of Beneficial Metal Nanoparticles from Kaffir Lime Leaves and Its Bioactivities
Amirthalingam, R. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Ting, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Yin Yin, T. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/01/22 → 31/12/22
Project: Research
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Metabolomic Studies on Oil Palm-Ganoderma interactions
Ting, A. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)) & Angelique Santiago, K. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/01/21 → 31/03/24
Project: Research
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Antioxidant properties and L-asparaginase activities of endophytic fungi from Cymbidium orchids
Chua, R. W., Song, K. P. & Ting, A. S. Y., 2024, In: Folia Microbiologica. 69, p. 713–722 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
2 Citations (Scopus) -
Biodegradation of low-density polyethylene by novel halophilic bacteria from mangrove ecosystem
Singh, P., Nagarajan, A., Chua, K. O. & Ting, A. S. Y., 2024, In: Bioremediation Journal. 28, 4, p. 579-590 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
3 Citations (Scopus) -
Characterization and antimicrobial activities of bioactive compounds from endophytic Trichoderma asperellum isolated from Dendrobium orchids
Chua, R. W., Song, K. P. & Ting, A. S. Y., Feb 2024, In: Biologia. 79, 2, p. 569-584 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
3 Citations (Scopus) -
Characterization and identification of antimicrobial compounds from endophytic Fusarium incarnatum isolated from Cymbidium orchids
Chua, R. W., Song, K. P. & Ting, A. S. Y., 2024, In: International Microbiology. 27, p. 977–992 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus) -
Influence of coloured lights on growth and enzyme production of beneficial endophytic fungi
Ting, A. S. Y. & Gan, P. T., Oct 2024, In: International Microbiology. 27, 5, p. 1405-1416 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus)
Prizes
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2017 Top 65 finalists- Elsevier Foundation Green and Sustainable Chemistry Challenge
Ting, A. (Recipient), 2017
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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2018 Top 50 finalists-Elsevier Foundation Green and Sustainable Chemistry Chemistry Challenge
Ting, A. (Recipient), 2018
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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2019 Top 50 finalists- Elsevier Foundation Green and Sustainable Chemistry Challenge
Ting, A. (Recipient), 2019
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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2020 Top 50 finalists- Elsevier Foundation Green and Sustainable Chemistry Challenge
Ting, A. (Recipient), 2020
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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2025 Top Tier Proposals - Elsevier Foundation 2025 Chemistry for Climate Action Challenge
Ting, A. (Recipient), 25 Oct 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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International Internship - Influence of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) on biofilm formation of common pathogens
Ting, A. (Supervisor)
Jul 2024 → Aug 2024Activity: Other Teaching Engagements and non-HDR Supervisions › Non-HDR Supervisions
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SCI3990 Project - Microbial consortia formulations and their influence on microbial viability and efficacy in suppressing pathogen
Ting, A. (Supervisor)
Feb 2024 → Jun 2024Activity: Other Teaching Engagements and non-HDR Supervisions › Non-HDR Supervisions
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International Internship - Antibacterial biopolymer from gellan gum and silver nanoparticle composite for food packaging
Ting, A. (Supervisor)
Sept 2024 → Dec 2024Activity: Other Teaching Engagements and non-HDR Supervisions › Non-HDR Supervisions
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Evaluator - MSM Community Outreach Grant (Malaysian Society for Microbiology)
Ting, A. (Reviewer)
Aug 2024 → Sept 2024Activity: External Academic Engagement › Grant review responsibilities
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SCI3990 Project - Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) production by Priestia sp. isolate TL1: Influence of carbon source and identification of synthase genes responsible
Ting, A. (Supervisor)
Jul 2024 → Oct 2024Activity: Other Teaching Engagements and non-HDR Supervisions › Non-HDR Supervisions
Press/Media
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Priming crops to face impact of climate change
21/12/22
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Profile/Interview
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Student Achievement - PhD student placed 3rd in Monash Visualise Your Thesis Competition
19/08/20
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Blogs, Podcasts and Social Media › Social Media Mentions
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Tropical endophytes yield beneficial compounds (in The Petri Dish)
20/07/20
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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Student Achievement - PhD student Winner of 3MT competition in MUM
25/06/20
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Blogs, Podcasts and Social Media › Social Media Mentions