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UTP Scholars: AP Ir Ts Dr Yew Ming Chian

Office Address

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS
Bandar Seri Iskandar, 32610 Perak
P:+6053687209
Email: yew.mingchian@utp.edu.my

Scopus

Author ID

36877224600

Document Count

Total Citations

2,319

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Google Scholar Citations

Author Profile URL

BXKjcnYAAAAJ

Citations

3,212

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Author Profile URL

Yew Ming

Publications

Citations

2,607

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Reads

23,851

Note: Updated as of Quarter 2, 2025 (May)

Research Project:

Evaluating the Performance of Solvent-Based Intumescent Coating Using Nano Eggshell Bio-Filler.
Development of Lightweight Fire Resistance Board for 1-2 Fire Rated Timber Doors in Malaysia.
Development of High-Performance Cold Plate for Industrial Application.
Precast Rubberized Lightweight Concrete Panel as Thermal and Sound Insulating Construction Material.
Investigation of High Strength Epoxy Based Nanocomposite Polymer for Structural Pole Material.
Performance of Hybrid Rechargeable Aluminium-Air Battery/Fuel Cell.
Ecological Floating Treatment Wetlands: An Innovative Integrated Lightweight Foam Concrete System for Stormwater Quality Applications.
Development of Lightweight Fire-Resistant Composite Panel for Interior Partition Wall.
Development of Green Polyurethane Lightweight Foamed Ferrocement Concrete Incorporating of Macro Fibre for Ecological Floating Cage Fish.
Structural equation modelling for smart manufacturing related IDT adoption and implementation within Malaysian manufacturing SMEs.
Innovative Cool Roofing Technologies System for Buildings.
Development of waste oil sucker and step cleaning tool.
Theoretical study of integrated cool roofing technology system using efficient roof tile, moving-air-cavity and solar-powered fan for attic temperature reduction.
Formulation of forsterite ceramic feedstock for extrusion-based 3D printing.
Evaluating the energy efficiency and carbon footprint in the aluminium production plant.
Parametric Study on the Performance of an Aluminium-Air Battery.
Anthropogenic CO2 Transportation.
Dual-layer integration of graphene and nano palm kernel shell ash in a waterborne intumescent coating with a solvent-based topcoat for high-performance fire protection.

Membership:

Member of The Institution of Engineers Malaysia (MIEM), Membership Number: 54577
Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers (UK), Membership Number: 64791
Member of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers, Membership Number: 48241

Industrial Experience:

Process Engineer in producing Biodiesel
Project Engineer in Building Construction
Consultants for several companies in fire protection materials.

Course Teaching:

Manufacturing Technology II
Renewable Energy
Operations Research & Optimization
Dynamics
Fatigue Fracture Analysis
Physical Metallurgy
Polymer Processes
Integrated Design Project
Materials Testing and Characterization
Project Management
Materials Science
Mathematics Engineering II
Statics
Corrosion and Degradation of Materials
Degradation Mechanism and Prevention
Engineering Materials
Materials Selection
High Temperature Corrosion
Life Cycle Assessment of Engineering Materials
Failure Analysis and NDE.

Research Grants Evaluation:

FRGS
YUTP
UTARFF

Title:

Associate Professor

Department:

Mechanical Engineering

Specialization:

Intumescent Fire Protective Coatings
Active and Passive Cool Roof Technologies System
Renewable Energy
Flame Retardant Polymer Materials
Structural Fire Protection Materials
Construction and Building Materials
Coatings & Nano Technology
Advanced Materials

Qualifications:

Doctor of Philosophy in Structural Fire Protection Engineering, (UM-2015)
Master of Engineering Science at Universiti Malaya, (UM-2011)
Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering, (UM-2008)
Professional Engineer (BEM), Membership Number: P121909
Chartered Engineer (MIET), Membership Number: 673258

Other Information:

Short Biography:

Ir. Dr. Yew Ming Chian is a prominent researcher and academic in the field of engineering. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Materials Engineering, a Master of Engineering Science, and a Ph.D. in Structural Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Malaya (UM). With prior experience in the building and oil & gas industries, Dr. Yew is currently affiliated with Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) under the Institute of Sustainable & Resources (ISER) - Centre for Corrosion Research (CCR). His career has been marked by notable research contributions and a strong commitment to advancing engineering knowledge and practice.

Dr. Yew's core research expertise lies in Intumescent Fire Protective Coatings and Advanced Fire Protection Materials, with a particular emphasis on compliance with BS-EN standards. As one of Malaysia's pioneers in this field, his work also extends to Cool Roofing Technology Systems, Fire Protection Composite Materials, Flame-Retardant Polymers, Renewable Energy, Construction and Building Materials, Sustainable Materials, and Advanced Materials Technology. He has received numerous international accolades and, over the past nine years, has secured 16 research grants and 11 intellectual property rights. In recognition of his innovations, he was awarded the Most Innovative Excellent Award in 2020.

Dr. Yew is actively engaged in the academic and research community. He has published over 100 technical papers, with more than 50 appearing in high-impact Q1 and Q2 journals, and has authored four invited books and three book chapters. He serves as Lead Guest Editor for Frontiers in Built Environment, Guest Editor for Coatings, and is on the Editorial Board of Current Materials Science. As a frequent keynote and guest speaker at local and international conferences, he also collaborates with various industries on consultancy projects. His research outcomes, grounded in patented innovations and industry partnerships, continue to position him as a leader in his field.

Professionally, Dr. Yew holds several esteemed qualifications. He is a Professional Engineer (Ir.) registered with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), a Chartered Engineer (CEng) with the Engineering Council UK, and a Professional Technologist (Ts.) with the Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT). He is also a Member of The Institution of Fire Engineers (UK) (MIFireE), a Council Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers (UK) Malaysia Branch (2023-2025), a Committee Member of the Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) - Material Engineering Technical Division (MaTD) (2024-2025), and a Member of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (USA).

Dr. Yew's unwavering commitment to research excellence, academic publishing, industrial collaboration, and professional engagement has earned him a distinguished reputation in engineering, particularly in the domains of fire protection, sustainable materials, and advanced materials technology.

Number of items: 2.

Ling, H.M. and Yew, M.C. and Yew, M.K. and Saw, L.H. (2024) Analyzing recent active and passive cool roofing technology in buildings, including challenges and optimization approaches. Journal of Building Engineering, 89.

Yong, Z.C. and Yew, M.K. and Yew, M.C. and Beh, J.H. and Lee, F.W. and Lim, S.K. and Saw, L.H. (2024) Utilizing bio-based and industrial waste aggregates to improve mechanical properties and thermal insulation in lightweight foamed macro polypropylene fibre-reinforced concrete. Journal of Building Engineering, 91.

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