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Biography
Dr Irene Ling completed her BSc in Applied Chemistry in 2004 and MTech in Materials Science in 2006 all from the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur. She was a Research and Development Engineer before she pursue her PhD in University of Malaya in 2008. After significant time building independent research as a postdoc, she was appointed as a Lecturer in Inorganic Chemistry in 2016 within the School of Science at Monash Malaysia. In 2022, she was appointed as a Senior Lecturer. Her research interest include studying supramolecular chemistry (self-assembly), crystallography & crystal engineering, advanced materials (carbon rich nanomaterials, fluorescent dyes), sensors and green chemistry (organocatalyst). She has published over 50 refereed publications since 2005, primarily in the area of supramolecular chemistry and crystal engineering, with some of these work featured in journal covers. Currently, she is the President for the Malaysian Crsytallographic Association. She also serves on the editorial board of PLoS One and a Junior Ambassador for USERN. She received multiple research fundings from national and international funders and has received several recognition awards for her scientific contribution.
Research interests
- Supramolecular chemistry (self-assembly)
- Crystallography & crystal engineering
- Advanced materials (carbon rich nanomaterials, fluorescent dyes)
- Sensors (photoswitches)
- Green chemistry (organocatalyst)
Monash teaching commitment
CHM1051 (Chemistry Advanced I)
CHM1052 (Chemistry Advanced II)
CHM2911 (Inorganic and Organic Chemistry)
CHM2922 Spectroscopy and Analytical Chemistry
Education/Academic qualification
Supramolecular Chemistry, PhD
Material Science, Master of Technology
Applied Chemistry, Bachelor of Science
Research area keywords
- Supramolecular chemistry (self-assembly)
- Crystallography & crystal engineering
- Advanced materials (carbon rich nanomaterials, fluorescent dyes)
- Sensors
- Green chemistry (organocatalyst)
- materials chemistry
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):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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DEVELOPMENT OF PHOTOSWITCHABLE POLYMER MEMBRANES FOR SENSOR DEVICES
ireneling, I. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
1/01/26 → 31/12/27
Project: Research
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Inherently Chiral Calixarenes: An exploration on the synthesis and application as future nanoporous crystals for gas storage system
ireneling, I. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Yuen Lin, C. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Tuck, K. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Zahid, N. I. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/08/24 → 31/07/27
Project: Research
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Synthesis and characterization of a series of multipodal molecules
ireneling, I. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
1/01/22 → 30/09/22
Project: Research
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Supramolecular Chemistry Approach Towards Designing Functional Molecules for Nano-application
ireneling, I. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Alang Ahmad, S. A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Joo Kheng, Emily, G. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Sobolev, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Dalgarno, S. J. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/01/19 → 30/09/21
Project: Research
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Understanding the factors governing the assembly of nanometer scale capsules and tubules
ireneling, I. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)) & Dalgarno, S. J. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/09/17 → 31/08/19
Project: Research
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Solid State Self-Assembly of an Extended Curved-Arm Nickel(II) Macrocycle with Fullerene C60
Ling, I., Norret, M., Sobolev, A. N., Bond, C. S. & Raston, C. L., 17 Mar 2025, In: Chemistry - An Asian Journal. 20, 6, 12 p., e202401363.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Water channel formation in supramolecular assemblies containing sulfonated calix[4]arene
Ling, I. & Sobolev, A. N., Apr 2025, In: Journal of Inclusion Phenomena and Macrocyclic Chemistry. 105, 3, p. 121-131 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Hierarchical Multi-Component Self-Assembly Involving Alkali and Lanthanide(III) Metal Ions and Water Soluble Sulfonated Calix[4]arene
Ling, I., Sobolev, A. N. & Raston, C. L., 18 Nov 2024, In: Zeitschrift fuer Anorganische und Allgemeine Chemie. 650, 22, 10 p., e202400097.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Self-assembly and emulsifying properties of biomass derived surfactant from branched alkyl chain xyloside
Abdul Rahman, A., Ishak, K. A., Kriechbaum, M., Hashim, R., Ling, I. & Zahid, N. I., 5 May 2024, In: Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects. 688, 12 p., 133623.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Structural studies of (2R,3R)-(+)-bis(diphenylphosphino)butane and (R)-(+)-2,2′-bis(diphenylphosphino)-1,1′-binaphthyl
Ling, I., Sobolev, A. N., Skelton, B. W. & Raston, C. L., 1 Dec 2024, In: Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung - Section B Journal of Chemical Sciences. 79, 12, p. 619-627 9 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Prizes
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Faculty of Science Dean's Award for Innovation in Learning and Teaching
ireneling, I. (Recipient), 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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MALAYSIA TECHNOLOGY EXPO (MTE): SDG 2023
ireneling, I. (Recipient), 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Activities
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Heliyon (Journal)
ireneling, I. (Editor in chief)
2025 → 2026Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Editorial responsibility
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Member
ireneling, I. (Fellow)
2025 → 2026Activity: External Academic Engagement › Professional association or peak discipline body
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Crystals (Journal)
ireneling, I. (Editor in chief)
2023Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Editorial responsibility
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PLoS ONE (Journal)
ireneling, I. (Editor in chief)
2020Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Editorial responsibility
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Member
ireneling, I. (Fellow)
2018 → 2026Activity: External Academic Engagement › Professional association or peak discipline body