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Biography
Dr Syafiq Asnawi is a Lecturer at Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences. He holds a Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons) degree majoring in Medical Biotechnology from Monash University, Clayton Campus, Australia in 2012. He obtained his PhD in 2018 in Biomedical Science from Monash University (Malaysia). His PhD research was focusing on the proteomic characterization and anti-cancer activities from the venom of Malaysian pit vipers on human colon cancer cells.
Throughout his studies, Dr Syafiq acquired the skills and was trained in various advanced proteomic techniques such as operating and maintaining mass spectrometry system (Agilent QTOF LCMS and Agilent QQQ LCMS) and data analysis using various advanced proteomic software such as PEAKS (Bioinformatics Solutions Inc., Canada) and Spectrum Mill (Agilent). Previously, he served as the Principal Technical Officer for the LCMS Platform at JCSMHS, Monash University Malaysia, where he actively managed and participated in workshops as a speaker and LCMS content expert. Currently, he holds the position of Platform Director for the Monash University Malaysia Proteomics and Metabolomics Platform (MUMPMP).
His major research grants include principal investigator in the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) from the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia, co-investigator in a Wellcome Trust UK-funded project and principal investigator in a grant award from the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene-Wellcome Trust UK.
Research interests
- Venomics – Snake venom and Jellyfish
- Anti-cancer Therapeutics
- Anti-venom Research
- Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry
- Proteomics and Metabolomics
Monash teaching commitment
- Biochemistry/Biomedical Science – MED1100 & MED1200
- Problem Based Learning – MED1100 & MED1200
- Student Project Cases (Discipline Coordinator) – MED 2100 & MED 2200
- Bachelor of Human Nutrition - NUT1023
Supervision interests
Please find the project information here:
- https://supervisorconnect.med.monash.edu/projects/potential-antivenom-activity-malaysian-common-herbs-and-medicinal-plant-venom-malaysian
- https://supervisorconnect.med.monash.edu/projects/proteomic-characterisation-venom-malaysian-venomous-jellyfish
- https://supervisorconnect.med.monash.edu/projects/anticancer-activities-selected-snake-venom-proteins-human-cancer-cells
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
Biomedical Science, Doctor of Philosophy, MONASH UNIVERSITY
Award Date: 17 Jan 2018
Biotechnology, Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons), MONASH UNIVERSITY
2009 → 2012
Award Date: 31 Oct 2012
South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), INTEC Education College
2007 → 2008
Award Date: 31 Dec 2008
Research area keywords
- Venomics (Snake venom) and Anti-venomics
- Biomedical Science
- Proteomics
- Mass spectrometry
- liquid chromatography
- Metabolomics
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Projects
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Comparison of Faecal Microbial Composition and Microbial Activities After Protein and/or Probiotics Supplementation in an ex vivo fermentation model
Chun Wie, C. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Asnawi, S. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Yap, P. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Cheen, S. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Lim, W. M. (Chief Investigator (CI))
15/04/25 → 14/04/26
Project: Research
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Unveiling the metabolomics of urinary extracellular vesicles in hepatocellular carcinoma
Lee, W.-L. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Hing, G. B. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Joo Kheng, Emily, G. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Asnawi, S. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Chee Wei, A. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/08/24 → 31/07/27
Project: Research
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Elucidating the mechanisms of differentially expressed proteins underlying the bidirectional interactions of co-cultured glioblastoma and differentiated cholinergic cells.
Kamarudin, M. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Naidu, R. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Asnawi, S. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Radhakrishnan, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), SyedHassan, S. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Pillai, B. S. B. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/10/23 → 30/09/26
Project: Research
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Development of a universal antivenom using proteomic characterisation of antigenic and immunogenic snake venom proteins
Asnawi, S. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Naidu, R. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Othman, I. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Radhakrishnan, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Ismail, A. K. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Pillai, B. S. B. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/09/22 → 31/08/25
Project: Research
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Shotgun Proteomics and Mass Spectrometry as a Tool for Protein Identification and Profiling of Bio-Carrier-Based Therapeutics on Human Cancer Cells
Abidin, S. A. Z., Othman, I. & Naidu, R., 2021, Bio-Carrier Vectors: Methods and Protocols. Narayanan, K. (ed.). 1st ed. New York NY USA: Humana Press, p. 233-240 8 p. (Methods in Molecular Biology; vol. 2211).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter (Book) › Other › peer-review
5 Citations (Scopus) -
Animal Venoms as Potential Source of Anticonvulsants
Zainal Abidin, S. A., Liew, A. K. Y., Othman, I. & Shaikh, F., Mar 2024, In: F1000Research. 13, 15 p., 225.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review Article › Research › peer-review
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Anti-Cancer Mechanisms of Diarylpentanoid MS17 (1,5-Bis(2-hydroxyphenyl)-1,4-pentadiene-3-one) in Human Colon Cancer Cells: A Proteomics Approach
Hon, K. W., Zainal Abidin, S. A., Abas, F., Othman, I. & Naidu, R., Mar 2024, In: International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 25, 6, 38 p., 3503.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Biochemical, Toxicological, and in Silico Aspects of Trillium govanianum Wall. ex D.Don (Trilliaceae): A Rich Source of Natural Bioactive Compounds
Khan, K. M., Nadeem, M. F., Mannan, A., Chohan, T. A., Islam, M., Ansari, S. A., Alkahtani, H. M., Ansari, I. A., Khurshid, U., Abidin, S. A. Z., Shah, S. A. A. & Saleem, H., Jan 2024, In: Chemistry and Biodiversity. 21, 1, 9 p., e202301375.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Chronic unpredictable stress (CUS) reduced phoenixin expression, induced abnormal sperm and testis morphology in male rats
Mohamed, Z. I., Sivalingam, M., Radhakrishnan, A. K., Jaafar, F. & Zainal Abidin, S. A., Oct 2024, In: Neuropeptides. 107, 12 p., 102447.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access1 Citation (Scopus)
Prizes
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Three Minutes Thesis (3MT) Finalists - Faculty Level (Monash University)
Asnawi, S. (Recipient), 2016
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Three Minutes Thesis (3MT) Winner
Asnawi, S. (Recipient), 26 Jul 2016
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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Co-culture Interactions Induce Morphological Changes and Apoptosis in Cholinergic Cells while Sustaining Glioblastoma Growth Progression (35th Pezcoller Symposium in Trento, Italy)
Liew, S. S. X. (Speaker), Kamarudin, M. (Organiser), Naidu, R. (Speaker) & Asnawi, S. (Speaker)
24 Jun 2024 → 25 Jun 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to conference
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Advanced Wound Care Workshop: For Doctors
Kamarudin, M. (Organiser), Asnawi, S. (Organiser), Musa, N. (Organiser), Shalini, R. (Organiser), Tehan, P. (Member of programme committee) & Tiziani, A. (Member of programme committee)
21 Nov 2024 → 22 Nov 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
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MUM-PMP Seminar 1/4 - Mass Spectrometry-based Proteomics with Orbitrap Mass Analyzer (Co-organised with Interscience Sdn. Bhd. And Thermo Scientific)
Asnawi, S. (Organiser)
23 Apr 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
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Monash International Wound Conference 2024
Kamarudin, M. (Organiser), Asnawi, S. (Organiser), Musa, N. (Member of programme committee), Kaur, G. (Member of programme committee), Tehan, P. (Member of programme committee), Tiziani, A. (Member of programme committee), Shalini, R. (Member of programme committee), Izzati, N. (Member of programme committee), Zafrul, S. (Member of programme committee), Rasyidina, A. (Member of programme committee) & azimi, N. (Member of programme committee)
13 Jul 2024 → 14 Jul 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to conference
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Brain Tumour Conference 2024
Ibrahim, R. A. (Speaker), Kamarudin, M. (Organiser), Naidu, R. (Speaker) & Asnawi, S. (Speaker)
24 Sept 2024 → 26 Sept 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to conference
Press/Media
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Studying the therapeutic effects of snake venom on cancer cells
22/10/20
1 item of Media coverage
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Research on snake venom protein in Malaysia
16/03/20
1 item of Media coverage
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