MYRAS Leadership
Our team
Led by accomplished professionals from industry and academia,
shaping the future of robotics and automation in Malaysia.

Dr. Ishkandar Baharin
Robotics and automation strategist with expertise in Industry 4.0 and digital transformation. Drives knowledge sharing and collaborations to advance Malaysia's smart economy agenda.
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Dr. Kamarazaman Yacob
Malaysian political analyst bridging industry stakeholders with policymakers. Facilitates dialogue between the private sector and government on technology and innovation.
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Raghunathan Kuppusamy
Over 34 years in industrial robotics business development across Southeast Asia. Leads regional B2B and B2C networks through Konar Robotics Network.
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Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Jessica Ong FCILT
Academic at UPNM and Adjunct Professor at Saito University College. Specialises in logistics, supply chain, and digitalisation — recognised for her talent development contributions.
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Joanne Tham
Business development professional with 10+ years organising international exhibitions and industry platforms. Founder of Synergy Connect Holdings, specialising in industrial automation and B2B matchmaking.
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Dr. Syafiq Fauzi Bin Kamarulzaman
Senior Lecturer at UMP Faculty of Computing, researching AI, machine learning, control systems, and IoT. Blends academic research with real-world technology applications.
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Mr. Abdul Muhaimin Bin Zamri
Working on durian supply chain digitalisation with M3 Group Sdn Bhd. PhD candidate in Science, Technology and Innovation Policy.
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Ts. Dr. Syamimi Shamsuddin CEng MIMechE
Chartered Engineer and researcher at USM's Advanced Medical and Dental Institute. Specialises in human-robot interaction and rehabilitation robotics.
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Mr. Nicholas Tay
CEO of DIGITRANS Sdn Bhd with regional leadership spanning 18 countries across ASEAN and the Middle East. Former CTO at Sangfor Technologies for EMEA and APAC.
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Mr. Mohd Bazli Bin Bahar
Lecturer at UTeM Mechatronic Engineering specialising in humanoid robots, underwater robotics, and embedded systems. Champions MYRAS's STEM and robotics education mission.
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Prof. Dr. Hazariah Mohd Noh CMILT
Professor at Prince Sultan University, Riyadh. Leads international academic and industry collaborations in aerospace and aviation technology.
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Mr. Chu Chee Seng
CEO and Founder of Vepro Group, delivering factory automation and robotics solutions. Also serves on MATA, IFR, and MCMTC executive committees.
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Mr. Mohammed Norwin Ishkandar
CEO of Talent Synergy Sdn Bhd under Ingress Corporation Berhad. Drives innovation in turnkey automation, smart manufacturing, and AI adoption.
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WiFT Committee
Women in Future Technologies

Tony Fred
WiFT Committee Chairperson leading initiatives to advance women in future technologies across MYRAS's programmes and industry activities.
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Mich Stark
Coordinates WiFT programmes and activities supporting women's participation in robotics, AI, and automation industries.
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Log. Noor Fathiah Othman CMILT MLogM
Logistics professional driving WiFT industry and community networking to advance women's roles in automation and logistics sectors.
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Prof. Dr. Hazariah Mohd Noh CMILT
Professor at Prince Sultan University leading international collaborations and global networking to support women in aerospace, aviation, and technology sectors.
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