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Biography
Dr Michelle Yap is currently a senior lecturer and course coordinator for the Bachelor of Medical Bioscience and PASS Program coordinator, at the School of Science, Monash University Malaysia. She is dedicated to toxin pharmacology and toxicology research. She has strong background in biomolecular modelling, proteomics, immunological and molecular pharmacology of bioactive toxins. She leads the Toxin Pharmacology Research Group. Her research group now focuses on molecular mechanisms of cytotoxin with the ultimate goal of developing next-generation biotherapeutics. Her research works have been featured in prominent media outlets, including the International Snakebite Awareness Day campaign. Besides active in research, she is also an education innovator who adopts various active learning strategies with technology. She teaches undergraduate units with an emphasis on student-cantered learning using the andragogy approach. Dr Michelle enjoys promoting STEM education to the public. She has organized and hosted several workshops and forums to advance the disciplines in medical sciences through research and education.
Research interests
- Pharmacology & toxinology
- Proteomics
- Molecular modeling & protein-protein interactions
- Immunoinformatics & immunopharmacology
- Protein boochemistry
Monash teaching commitment
- BTH2741 (Biochemistry)
- BTH2752 (Cellular Metabolism)
- PHA3801 (Principles of Pharmacology)
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
Molecular Medicine (Toxicology & Pharmacology), PhD, Toxinological, proteomics and pharmacokinetics characterization of Equatorial spitting cobra (Naja sumatrana) venom, Universiti Malaya (University of Malaya)
Biochemistry, Bachelor of Science (Hons), Universiti Malaya (University of Malaya)
Research area keywords
- Toxin Pharmacology
- Venom toxins
- Venomics and antivenomics
- Proteomics and protein technology
- Biomolecular modelling
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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RiverWatch: Unveiling Water Health & Tackling Trash at Sungai Kayu Ara (PJ SEED 6.0)
Jang, F., Yap, M., Chang, L. W., Lee, K. M., Mohamad Norpi, N., Md Kasim, A., Nasaruddin, A., Rahmat Fakri, M. F. & Idris, N.
1/01/25 → 31/12/25
Project: Research
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Novel cross-reactive aptamers against cobra venom cytotoxin by integrative computational and experimental approaches.
Yap, M., Hock Siew, T., Lim, C. H., Chow, S. C., Mohamad , S. & Mustaffa, K. M. F.
1/10/23 → 30/09/26
Project: Research
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MELD-mass spectrometry approach in functional epitope mapping of cobra venom cytotoxin
1/01/22 → 30/09/22
Project: Research
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Experimental and Computational Approach to Reveal the Fundamental Insights into Mechanisms of Cytotoxity for Cobra Cytotoxins.
Yap, M., Mohamad, S. B. & Narayanan, K.
1/01/19 → 30/09/22
Project: Research
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Cytotoxicity and Cyanotoxins profiling of Tasik Taman Aman
Yap, M. K. K., Oct 2024, Sunway, Malaysia: Monash University Malaysia. 20 p.Research output: Book/Report › Other Report › Research
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Editorial: Experimental and computational aspects of bioactive proteins from animal venoms: an insight into pharmacological properties and drug discovery
Yap, M. K. K., Modahl, C. M. & Hall, S. R., 2024, In: Frontiers in Pharmacology. 15, 3 p., 1380193.Research output: Contribution to journal › Editorial › Other › peer-review
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Handbook on Guarding Our Water Together
Mohamad Norpi, N., Chang, L. W., Yap, M. K. K., Jang, F., Yeong, H. Y., Mat Jalaluddin, N. S., Md Kasim, A., Fakri, M. F. R., Nasaruddin, A., Idris, N. & Abd Kadir, S. N., 2024, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: University of Malaya. 60 p.Research output: Book/Report › Other Report › Research
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Therapeutic Applications of Snake Venom Proteins as Anti-cancer Agents
Zabidi, N. Z. B., Misuan, N., Farouk, I. A., Lal, S. K. & Yap, M. K. K., 30 Jun 2024, Molecular Biomarkers for Cancer Diagnosis and Therapy. Sobti, R. C., Sugimura, H. & Sobti, A. (eds.). Singapore: Springer, p. 675-726 52 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter (Book) › Research › peer-review
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A comparative study of the oxidative stability and the formation of monochloropropanediol esters (MCPDE) and glycidyl esters (GE) between physically and chemically refined palm olein during repeated deep-frying
Quek, W. P., Ong, Y. H., Yap, M. K. K., Lee, Y. Y., Karim, N. A. A. & Chan, E. S., Aug 2023, In: Food Control. 150, 9 p., 109737.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
3 Citations (Scopus)
Prizes
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Bronze Award, Best Presentation Award in 2nd Research Officer National Symposium (ReONS) 2024
Md Kasim, Azrin (Recipient), Mohamad Norpi, Nuratiqah (Recipient), Chang, Lee Wei (Recipient), Yap, Michelle (Recipient), Jang, Faddrine (Recipient), Yeong, Hui Yin (Recipient), Fakri, Mohd Fadhli Rahmat (Recipient), Nasaruddin, Affan (Recipient), Idris, Norshahzila (Recipient), Mat Jalaluddin, Nurzatil Sharleeza (Recipient) & Abd Kadir, Siti Norasiah (Recipient), 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Gold Medal at the 34th International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition Malaysia for the invention "PLANT B"
Lee Fong, Siow (Recipient), Shi Ern, Wong (Recipient), Illingworth, Kirsty Anne (Recipient), Yee Ying, Lee (Recipient), Yin Yin, Thoo (Recipient) & Yap, Michelle (Recipient), 12 May 2023
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ITEX 2024 Gold medal award
Hock Siew, Tan (Recipient), Selvam, Rupany (Recipient) & Yap, Michelle (Recipient), 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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RSTMH Small Grants Programme
Yap, Michelle (Recipient), 2021
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Forum "Guarding Our Water Together: From Local Governance to Global Goals"
Michelle Yap (Contributor)
23 Nov 2024Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public event
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World Environmental Day Symposium 2024: Sustainability Beyond Borders
Michelle Yap (Contributor)
8 Jun 2024Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
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Biomolecular Modelling and Simulation of Cytotoxin – Now and Next
Michelle Yap (Contributor)
7 Sept 2023Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
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Frontiers in Pharmacology (Journal)
Michelle Yap (Guest editor)
2022 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Editorial responsibility
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PLoS ONE (Journal)
Michelle Yap (Associate editor)
2022 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Editorial responsibility
Press/Media
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Study shows high toxin levels at PJ’s Tasik Aman
23/08/24
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Profile/Interview
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Academics pool brainpower to combat algal invasion
24/05/18
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Profile/Interview