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Personal profile
Biography
Assoc. Prof. Ooi Chien Wei specializes in the fields of bioprocess design and biocatalysis. His research focus is on the development of integrated microbial fermentation systems and bioprocess model prediction tools for the expression of industrially important enzymes and proteins derived from recombinant DNA technology. His research also involves the applications of bio-derived ionic liquids and stimuli-responsive polymers in the designs of novel bioprocesses, bioseparation systems and biosensing materials. Aside from the field of bioprocess engineering, his research focuses on the development of food-grade emulsion systems and the extraction technologies applied in food waste valorization and recovery of phytonutrients from microalgal source and agrowastes. He has been working with the industrial partners in the development of smart hydrogels for glove application and in the transformation of chemical synthesis routes by biocatalysis strategy, ranging from enzyme engineering to molecular dynamic simulations. He has published more than 90 ISI-indexed journals, and holds 6 patents related to bioprocess technology, biomass processing and smart hydrogel application. He has secured multiple research grants from government and industry worth more than RM680,000 as principle investigator.
Research interests
- Bioseparation and bioprocess engineering
- Downstream processing of proteins
- Bioprocess integration
- Enzyme technology
- Biomass valorization
- Biosensors
Monash teaching commitment
- ENG1010 - Process System Analysis (2012)
- CHE2165 - Bionano Engineering (2012 - 2015)
- CHE2871 - Biochemistry for Engineers (2017 - present)
- CHE4162 - Particle Technology (2011 - 2016)
- CHE4171 - Biochemical Engineering (2014 - present)
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
Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, Monash University Malaysia
Award Date: 1 Jul 2013
Process and Food Engineering, Ph.D. in Bioprocess Engineering , Universiti Putra Malaysia (University Putra Malaysia)
Award Date: 12 May 2011
B.Sc. (Hons) in Biotechnology, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (Tunku Abdul Rahman University) Perak
Award Date: 31 Jul 2007
Research area keywords
- Bioseparation and bioprocess engineering
- Downstream processing of proteins
- Bioprocess integration
- Enzyme technology
- Polymer chemistry
- Biomass valorization
- Biosensors
- Ooi C.W.
- Ooi Chien-Wei
- Chien Wei Ooi
- Ooi, Chien-Wei
- Ooi Chien Wei
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Projects
- 7 Finished
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Molecular Dynamics Simulation Studies of Thermostabilization of Industrially Important Proteins by Cholinium-based Ionic Liquids
Chien Wei (Edward), O., Ranganathan, V., Macfarlane, D., Ho Yong Kuen, J., Sundaram, V. & Naga Sundararamanan, R.
1/01/19 → 31/03/23
Project: Research
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An investigation of global limiting factors in fermentation process for recombinant protein production in periplasm of Escherichia coli
Beng Ti, T., Chien Wei (Edward), O., Arif, A. & Song, J.
1/08/16 → 31/07/19
Project: Research
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An investigation into global limiting factors in fermentation process for recombinant protein production in periplasm of Escherichia coli
ramanan, R., Chien Wei (Edward), O., Beng Ti, T., Ariff, A. B. & Song, J.
1/08/16 → 31/07/19
Project: Research
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Functionalization of glove wears through incorporation of pH-responsive superabsorbent microgels
6/05/16 → 6/05/19
Project: Research
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Dual (pH and thermal) stimuli-responsive Pickering emulsion stabilized by chitosan-carrageenan composite microgels
Lim, H-P., Ng, S-S. D., Dasa, D. B., Adnan, S. A., Tey, B-T., Chan, E-S., Ho, K-W. & Ooi, C-W., 31 Mar 2023, In: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 232, 9 p., 123461.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Hybrid atmospheric pressure plasma generation and DC electrospray aerosolization of plasma-activated water for surface pathogen disinfection
Chew, N. S. L., Ooi, C. W., Yeo, L. Y. & Tan, M. K., Mar 2023, In: Plasma Processes and Polymers. 20, 3, 14 p., 2200128.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access2 Citations (Scopus) -
Reactive Green 19 dye-ligand immobilized on the aminated nanofiber membranes for efficient adsorption of lysozyme: Process development and optimization in batch and flow systems
Hsu, J-L., Wang, S. S-S., Ooi, C. W., Thew, X. E. C., Lai, Y-R., Chiu, C-Y., Hsu, M., Chen, K-H. & Chang, Y-K., 16 Apr 2023, In: Food Chemistry. 406, 19 p., 135028.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Recent advances and challenges in sustainable management of plastic waste using biodegradation approach
Thew, C. X. E., Lee, Z. S., Srinophakun, P. & Ooi, C. W., Apr 2023, In: Bioresource Technology. 374, 10 p., 128772.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review Article › Research › peer-review
Open AccessFile1 Citation (Scopus) -
Biodegradation and detoxification of malachite green dye by extracellular laccase expressed from Fusarium oxysporum
Thoa, L. T. K., Thao, T. T. P., Hung, N. B., Khoo, K. S., Quang, H. T., Lan, T. T., Hoang, V. D., Park, S-M., Ooi, C. W., Show, P. L. & Huy, N. D., May 2022, In: Waste and Biomass Valorization. 13, 5, p. 2511-2518 8 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
2 Citations (Scopus)
Prizes
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Monash-Sunway Decarbonization initiative: Microalgae farming and Native Tree Planting
Foo, Su Chern (Recipient), Barclay, H. (Recipient), Meng Nan, Chong (Recipient), Chien Wei (Edward), Ooi (Recipient), Ilankoon, Saman (Recipient), Watabe, M. (Recipient), Lian, Tam Cai (Recipient) & Rahman, Sadequr (Recipient), 23 Aug 2018
Prize: Other distinction
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