Angnes Tiong Ngieng Tze

Dr. Angnes Tiong Ngieng Tze

PhD, BEng. (Hons.) (First Class), FHEA
Senior Lecturer

Contact Details

Location: Skylark 3 Room 448
Telephone: +60 85 630 100 Ext: 2641
Fax: +60 85 630288
Email: angnesnt@curtin.edu.my

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=ghJp9csAAAAJ
ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Angnes_Tiong
SCOPUS: https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=56743157800
Web of Science: https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/GRF-4193-2022
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0412-6589

Academic History

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Curtin University, Malaysia
• BEng (Hons) in Chemical Engineering, Curtin University, Perth, Australia

Professional History

• Senior Lecturer, Curtin Malaysia (Jan 2024-present)
• Lecturer, Curtin Malaysia (August 2018-Dec 2023)
• Teaching Assistant (2013-2016), Curtin Malaysia
• Associate Lecturer (2012), Curtin Malaysia

Awards

• Learning and Teaching Award 2023
• Student Choice Award, Semester 2, 2023
• Aspen Certified User, May 2023 to present
• Certified PREP Reviewer, September 2021 to present
• Level 1 Supervisor, Nov 2021 to present
• Best Paper Award of 29th Symposium of Malaysian Chemical Engineers (SOMChE), 2016
• Member of Curtin Vice Chancellor’s List, Semester 2, 2010
• Dean’s List Award, Semester 2, 2010 for CHE 324 Fluid and Particle Process
• Letter of Commendation, Semester 2, 2010
• Dean’s List Award, Semester 2, 2007 for FP-046 Information Technology 063 (Visual Basic)
• Letter of Commendation, Semester 2, 2007
• Letter of Commendation, Semester 1, 2007

Research Interests

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Process Heat Transfer
• Nanofluid
• Waste Valorization
• Renewable energy

Research Grants

1. Funder: Curtin Malaysia Teaching Innovation Project (CMTIP)
   Title: Implementation of Online Quiz-based Active Learning Approach in Chemical and Energy Engineering Education
   Amount: RM 3,000
   Role: Principal-investigator
   Duration/Status: 2023/Completed
2. Funder: CMRI – Collaborative Research Scheme (CRS), Curtin Malaysia
   Title: Sustainable Treatment and Prevention of Microbial-Induced Pipeline Corrosion (MIC) in Industry Process Applications
   Amount: RM 50,000
   Role: Principal-investigator
   Duration/Status: 2022 – 2024/On-going
3. Funder: Curtin Malaysia Collaborative Research Scheme (CMCR)
   Title: Optimizaion of Enhanced Weathering-based Carbon Sequestration Networks
   Amount: RM 20,000
   Role: Co-investigator
   Duration/Status: 2022 – 2024/On-going
4. Funder: Curtin Malaysia Teaching Innovation Project (CMTIP)
   Title: Implementation of Classroom-based Innovation Pitches in Chemical and Energy Engineering Education
   Amount: RM 2,000
   Role: Co-investigator
   Duration/Status: 2022 – 2023/On-going
5. Funder: Fundamental Research Grant Scheme, Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia
   Title: Enhancing the Feasibility and Sustainability of Circular Hydrogen Production Process via a Fundamental Process Integration Approach
   Amount: RM 70,000
   Role: Principal-investigator
   Duration/Status: 2021 – 2023/Completed
6. Funder: Fundamental Research Grant Scheme, Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia
   Title: Mechanistic Modeling of Hybrid Microwave and Ultrasound Assisted Pharmaceutical Crystallization with and without Addition of Anti-solvent
   Amount: RM 95,100
   Role: Co-investigator
   Duration/Status: 2020 – 2023/On-going
7. Funder: Sarawak Research Development Council (Catalyst Fund)
   Title: Magnesium oxide nanoparticles as a potential alternative to copper-based fungicide: The pathogenic capability and transport properties
   Amount: RM 190,000
   Role: Co-investigator
   Duration/Status: 2020 – 2023/On-going

Publications

1. A. Zahir, U. Mahmood, Z. Aslam, S. Naseem, K.S. Obayomi, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro, S.Y. Lau, A.N.T. Tiong, S. Abid. 2023, “Growth of Novel Cinnamon-Bentonite Loaded Chitosan Nanospikes for the Confiscation of Congo Red: Adsorption Studies and ANN Modeling”, Journal of Polymers and the Environment, DOI: 10.1007/s10924-023-03071-x (Web of Science indexed journal (Q2), IF: 5.3)
2. A. Zahir, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro, M. Shah, A.N.T. Tiong, J.C. Kurnia, S. Hameed. 2023, “Prediction and optimization of liquid dispersion of monoethanolamine in a rotating packed bed for CO2 absorption”, Chemical Engineering Research and Design 199, 252-267, DOI: 10.1016/j.cherd.2023.09.031 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q2), IF: 4.119)
3. A.N.T. Tiong, E.K.X. Lou. 2023, “Numerical study of sago pith waste drying process in a fluidized bed dryer”, International Journal of Simulation and Process Modelling 20 (1), 31-38, DOI: 10.1504/IJSPM.2023.134526 (Scopus-indexed journal).
4. E.E. Susanto, A. Saptoro, P. Kumar, A.N.T. Tiong, A. Putranto, S. Suherman. 2023, “7E + Q analysis: A new multi-dimensional assessment tool of solar dryer for food and agricultural products” Environment, Development and Sustainability, DOI: 10.1007/s10668-023-03341-7 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q2), IF: 4.08)
5. A. Zahir, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro, A.N.T. Tiong, S. Hameed, M. Shah. 2023, “Liquid mean residence time (MRT) in rotating packed bed (RPB) by empirical correlation and residence time distribution (RTD) method using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation” MATEC Web of Conferences 377, 01018, DOI: 10.1051/matecconf/202337701018 (SCOPUS indexed conference proceeding)
6. S.F. W, A.N.T. Tiong, Y.H. Chin. 2023, “Pre-treatment of waste cooking oil by combined activated carbon adsorption and acid esterification for biodiesel synthesis via two-stage transesterification” Biofuels, DOI: 0.1080/17597269.2023.2196804 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q4), IF: 2.731)
7. A. Zahir, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro, M. Shah, A.N.T. Tiong, S. Hameed. 2023, “Parametric Study of Experimental and CFD Simulation Based Hydrodynamics and Mass Transfer of Rotating Packed Bed: A Review” Archives of Computational Methods in Engineering, DOI: 10.1007/s11831-023-09932-x (Web of Science indexed journal (Q1), IF: 8.171)
8. A. Banafi, S.K. Wee, A.N.T. Tiong, Z.Y. Yong, A. Saptoro, J. Sunarso. 2023, “Modeling of supercritical fluid extraction bed: A Critical Review” Chemical Engineering Research and Design 193, 685-712, DOI: 10.1016/j.cherd.2023.04.001 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q2), IF: 4.119)
9. S. Sinehbaghizadeh, A. Saptoro, S. Amjad-Iranagh, P. Naeiji, A.N.T. Tiong, A.H. Mohammadi. 2023, “A comprehensive review on molecular dynamics simulation studies of phenomena and characteristics associated with clathrate hydrates” Fuel 338, 127201, DOI: 10.1016/j.fuel.2022.127201 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q1), IF: 8.035)
10. S.H.A. Wong, A.N.T. Tiong. 2023, “Thermal and Flow Analysis of TiO2 Nanofluid Flow in Circular and Square Ducts with Multiple Twisted Tape Inserts” Journal of Nanofluids 12 (3), 605-622, DOI: 10.1166/jon.2023.1913 (open access journal, SCOPUS indexed)
11. A.N.T. Tiong, Z. Khan, V. Chin, O. Abdul Wahid, R.M. Wachira, S.M. Kung, A.V. Mahenthiran. 2023, “Plant design of biodiesel production from waste cooking oil in Malaysia” Biofuels, DOI: 10.1080/17597269.2022.2138127 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q4), IF: 2.731)
12. S. Sinehbaghizadeh, A. Saptoro, S. Amjad-Iranagh, A.N.T. Tiong, A.H. Mohammadi. 2022, “Insights into the synergistic effects of metal particles (Ag, Cu, and Fe) and urea on CO2 clathrate hydrate growth using molecular dynamics simulations” Chemical Engineering Science 264, 118194, DOI: 10.1016/j.ces.2022.118194 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q2), IF: 4.889)
13. C.L.M. Eh, A.N.T. Tiong, J. Kansedo, C.H. Lim, B.S. How, W.P.Q. Ng. 2022, “Circular Hydrogen Economy and Its Challenges” Chemical Engineering Transactions 94, 1273-1278, DOI: 10.3303/CET2294212 (open access journal, SCOPUS indexed)
14. A.N.C.H. Wee, A.E. Erison, E.H.E. Anyek, G.R. Pakpahan, J.R. Lim, A.N.T. Tiong. 2022, “Techno-economic assessment of hydrogen production via steam reforming of palm oil mill effluent” Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments 53, 102575, DOI: 10.1016/j.seta.2022.102575 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q2), IF: 7.632)
15. S. Sinehbaghizadeh, A. Saptoro, S. Amjad-Iranagh, A.N.T. Tiong, A.H. Mohammadi. 2022, “Molecular Dynamics Simulation Studies on the Stability and Dissociation of Clathrate Hydrates of Single and Double Greenhouse Gases” Energy & Fuels 36 (15), 8323-8339, DOI: 10.1021/acs.energyfuels.2c01396 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q2), IF: 4.654)
16. J.L. Wee, M.C. Law, Y.S. Chan, S.Y. Choy, A.N.T. Tiong. 2022, “The Potential of Fe‐Based Magnetic Nanomaterials for the Agriculture Sector” ChemistrySelect 7 (17), e202104603, DOI: 10.1002/slct.202104603 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q3), IF: 2.307)
17. I.J.K. Wong, A.N.T. Tiong. 2021, “Simulation approach on turbulent thermal performance factor of Al2O3‐Cu/water hybrid nanofluid in circular and non‐circular ducts” SN Applied Sciences 3, 329, DOI: 10.1007/s42452-021-04317-w (open access journal, SCOPUS indexed)
18. A.N.T. Tiong, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro. 2019, “Laminar thermal-hydraulic efficiency of polyacrylamide solution in double pipe heat exchanger” IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering 495 (1), DOI: 10.1088/1757-899X/495/1/012056 (SCOPUS indexed)
19. A.N.T. Tiong, A. Saptoro, P. Kumar. 2017. “Numerical studies on the laminar thermal-hydraulic efficiency of water-based Al2O3 nanofluid in circular and non-circular ducts.” Chemical Product and Process Modeling 12 (4), DOI: 10.1515/cppm-2017-0019 (SCOPUS indexed journal)
20. A.N.T. Tiong, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro. 2015. “Reviews on Drag Reducing Polymers” The Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering 32 (8): 1455-1476 DOI: 10.1007/s11814-015-0104-0 (Web of Science indexed journal (Q3), IF: 3.146)

Conference presentations

1. B.L.F. Chin, Y.H. Tan, A.N.T. Tiong, I.S. Tan, Experiental Learning in Entrepreneurship Element in Chemical and Energy Engineering Education, 2nd MARA Virtual Educational Research Conference 2023, 7 November 2023
2. A.N.T. Tiong, P. Kumar, T. Chiong, B.L.F. Chin, Implementation of Online Quiz-based Active Learning Approach in Process Heat Transfer, 2023 International Conference on University Teaching and Learning (InCULT), 18-19 October 2023
3. K.C. Kong, C.L.M. Eh, A.N.T. Tiong, J. Kansedo, W.P.Q. Ng, C.H. Lim, B.S. How, Hydrogen production from rice husk: Techno-economic and life cycle analysis, 8th International Conference on Material Engineering and Application 2023, 19 August 2023
4. C.L.M. Eh, A.N.T. Tiong, J. Kansedo, W.P.Q. Ng, C.H. Lim, B.S. How, Process optimization of integrated hydrogen production process with local resources, 6th International Conference on Clean Energy and Technology 2023, 7-8 June 2023
5. A. Zahir, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro, A.N.T. Tiong, S. Hameed and M. Shah, Liquid Residence Time (MRT) in Rotating Packed Bed (RPB) by empirical correlation and Residence Time Distribution (RTD) method using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation, Curtin Global Campus Higher Degree by Research Colloquium 2022, 12-13 December 2022
6. C.L.M. Eh, A.N.T. Tiong, J. Kansedo, C.H. Lim, B.S. How, W.P.Q. Ng, Circular Hydrogen Economy and Its Challenges, 25th Conference on Process Integration for Energy Saving and Pollution Reduction (PRES’22), 5-8 September 2022
7. A. Zahir, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro, A.N.T. Tiong, S. Hameed and M. Shah, Optimization of hydrodynamic parameters for CO2 absorption in Rotating Packed Bed, 19th Asia Pacific Confederation of Chemical Engineering (APCChE) Congress, 9-12 August 2022
8. A.N.T. Tiong, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro, Laminar thermal-hydraulic efficiency of polyacrylamide solution in double pipe heat exchanger, 11th Curtin University Technology, Science and Engineering International Conference (CUTSE), 26-28 November 2018
9. A.N.T. Tiong, A. Saptoro, P. Kumar, Numerical studies on the laminar thermal-hydraulic efficiency of water-based Al2O3nanofluid in circular and non-circular ducts, 29th Symposium of Malaysian Chemical Engineers, Miri, Malaysia, 1 – 3 December 2016
10. A.N.T. Tiong, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro, CFD Studies on the laminar heat transfer and flow behaviour of polyacrylamide solution and nanofluid in circular and non-circular ducts, 3rd International Workshop on Heat Transfer Advances for Energy Conservation and Pollution Control, Taipei, Taiwan, 16-19 October 2015
11. A.N.T. Tiong, P. Kumar, A. Saptoro, Review on the rheological study of nanofluids, 2nd International Materials Symposium cum 4th Regional Materials Technology Conference & Exhibition, Miri, Malaysia, 12 September 2013

HDR Supervision

1. PhD: Christine Ann Obek, Co-supervision (Contribution: 20%), Solubility Modeling of Bioactive Compounds in Supercritical CO2/Co-solvent System: Empirical, Thermodynamic and Molecular Modeling Approaches (Feb 2019 – Present) -Joint supervision between Curtin University Malaysia and Qatar University
2. PhD: Saeed Baghizadeh, Co-supervision (Contribution: 10%), Investigation of Formation and Dissociation Mechanisms of Pure and Mixed CO2 Hydrates in the Presence of Thermodynamic and Kinetic Promoters Using Molecular Dynamics Simulation (September 2020 – November 2023) -Joint supervision between Curtin University Malaysia, Amirkabir University of Technology and University of KwaZulu-Natal
3. PhD: Abdul Zahir, Co-supervision (Contribution: 20%), The Effect of Reaction on the Hydrodynamics and Mass Transfer in Rotating Packed Bed for CO2 Capture by Absorption (October 2020 – Present) -Joint supervision between Curtin University and University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, Pakistan
4. PhD: Wee Jia Le, Co-supervision (Contribution: 15%), Magnesium Oxide Nanoparticles as A Potential Alternative to Copper-Based Fungicide: The Pathogenic Capability And Transport Properties (December 2020 – Present) -Joint supervision between Curtin University Malaysia and Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
5. PhD: Muhammad Amir Javed, Main-supervision (Contribution: 20%), Population Modelling of Ultrasound-Assisted Pharmaceutical Crystallisation with and without Anti-Solvent (April 2021 – Present) -Joint supervision between Curtin University Malaysia and NIT Mizoram
6. PhD: Evan Eduard Susanto, Co-supervision (Contribution: 20%), Drying of Porang (Amorphophallus muelleri) Using Solar Dryer with Thermal Energy Storage and Drying Air Recirculation: Experimental Investigation, Modelling, and 7E+Q Analysis (September 2021 – Present) -Joint supervision between Curtin University Malaysia, Diponegoro University and University of Surrey
7. MPhil: Christina Eh Lee Min, Main-supervision (Contribution: 40%), Enhancing the Feasibility and Sustainability of Circular Hydrogen Production Process via a Fundamental Process Integration Approach (Feb 2022 – Present) -Joint supervision between Curtin University Malaysia, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia and Universiti Teknologi Brunei

Professional Services

1. Assisting in the registration of the Curtin Alumni Homecoming 2023 (25 November 2023)
2. Reviewer for Green Energy, Computing and Sustainable Technology (GECOST) Conference 2024
3. Community Outreach Project by Curtin Univesity IChemE Student Chapter during Sarawak Children Festival Miri 2023 (at Pustaka Miri on 26 August 2023)
4. Judge panel in Institution of Chemical Engineers Student Chapter Malaysia Competition and Convention (ICMCC) 2023
5. Internal assessor of 2 PhD students (2021 – Present), internal assessor of 1 MPhil student (2022 – Present)
6. Mentor for AFHEA application for an early-career colleague (Ms Nurul Nadirah) (2023)
7. Formative PREP reviewer for an early-career colleague (Ms Nurul Nadirah) (2023)
8. Conditional student academic advisor (Mar 2019 – Present) -One of the conditional students won a Curtin Malaysia Student Learning Award 2023 round
9. FHEA assessor for HEA application Round 2, 2022
10. Reviewer for Curtin Malaysia Collaborative Research Scheme (CMCR) 2022
11. Reviewer for Curtin Global Campus Higher Degree by Research Colloquium (CGCHDRC) 2022
12. Coordinating the hands-on lab session for CHEN2002 Process Heat Transfer for students who missed their lab for the unit during the pandemic
13. Supervising students in International Palm Oil Sustainability Conference (IPOSC) 2022 Infographic Competition
14. Supervising students in paper writing competition in Regional Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Congress (RCEUC) 2022
15. Coordinating the Future Student Day on behalf of Chemical and Energy Department (2022)
16. Reviewer for Green Energy, Computing and Sustainable Technology (GECOST) Conference 2022
17. Coordinate the campus tour for the Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) delegates (2022)
18. Visiting students at their industry training working places (2020 – 2022)
19. Judges for HDR Colloquium 2021
20. Internal reviewer for FRGS grant proposal 2021
21. Engaged with delegates from Parahyangan Catholic University Indonesia (5 December 2019)
22. Reviewers for journals and conference proceeding: Journal of Engineering Science and Technology (JESTEC), Energy Conversion and Management, Chemical Product and Process Modeling, ASEAN Journal of Process Control, Environmental Engineering and Management Journal, Makara Journal of Technology, Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development, Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Mechanics, MATEC Web of Conferences

Professional Affiliation

• Fellow, Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
• Associate member, Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
• Graduate Engineer, Board of Engineer Malaysia (BEM)