About
Professional Summary
Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Rasmina Halis is an established researcher in biomaterial chemistry, with more than two decades of experience in pulp and paper science, lignocellulosic materials, and bio-based products derived from forest and agricultural biomass. Her work integrates fundamental material chemistry with applied research, addressing national priorities in sustainable materials, agro-biomass utilisation, and circular bioeconomy.
Her research contributions span the development and characterisation of banana fibre, bamboo, kenaf, oil palm residues, and other plantation-based biomaterials for applications in paper, packaging, composites, bioenergy, and green products. In recent years, her work has increasingly focused on valorisation of biomass waste, aligning scientific innovation with environmental sustainability and industrial relevance.
Dr. Rasmina has demonstrated consistent research leadership through competitive national and international grants, postgraduate supervision, and cross-disciplinary collaboration with academia and industry. Her research outcomes contribute not only to scientific advancement but also to human capital development, policy-relevant knowledge, and sustainable industrial practices in Malaysia
Education
Academic Background
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Ph.D.
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Forestry and Wood Technology | Completed: 2010
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M.Sc.
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
Chemical Process Engineering | Completed: 2002
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B.Sc.
Manchester University, United Kingdom
Wood Science and Paper Technology | Completed: 1997
Publications (25)
Selected Scholarly Contributions
Impact of low molecular weight acid and moisture on the thermal ageing properties of palm oil
Muhammad Muzamil Mustam, Norhafiz Azis, Jasronita Jasni, Rasmina Halis, Mohd Aizam Talib, Nur Aqilah Mohamad, Zaini Yaakub
Indonesian Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
| Journal Article
2024
Critical links governing performance of self-binding and natural binders for hot-pressed reconstituted lignocellulosic board without added formaldehyde: A review.
Hubbe, M.A., A. Pizzi, H. Zhang and R. Halis,
BioResources,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2018
Effects of two-step post heat-treatment in palm oil on the properties of oil palm trunk particleboard,
Lee, S.H., Z. Ashaari, A.F. Ang, J.A. Halip, W.C. Lum, R. Dahali and R. Halis,
Ind. Crops Prod.,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2018
Effects of soaking periods and adhesive concentrations on the properties of phenol formaldehyde resin treated oil palm wood.
Khairunnisha, I.P., E.S. Bakar, J.L. Rachel, R. Halis and A.C.Y. Choo,
Pertanika J. Trop. Agric. Sci.,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2017
Oil-heat treatment of rubberwood for optimum changes in chemical constituents and decay resistance.
Umar, I., A. Zaidon, S.H. Lee and R. Halis,
J. Trop. For. Sci.,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2016
Effects of alkaline sulfite anthraquinone and methanol pulping conditions on the mechanical and optical paper properties of bamboo (Gigantochloa scortechinii).
Moradbak, A., P.M. Tahir, A.Z. Mohamed, L.C. Peng and R. Halis,
BioResources,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2016
Effects of diffusion process and compression on polymer loading of laminated compreg oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) wood and its relation to properties.
Aizat, A.G., A. Zaidon, F.L. Nabil, E.S. Bakar and H. Rasmina,
J. Biobased Mater. Bioenergy,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2015
Enhancing enzymatic digestibility of alkaline pretreated banana pseudostem for sugar production.
Low, J.C., R. Halis, U.M. Shah, M.T. Paridah, F. Abood, T. Tuhaila and N.Razali,
BioResources,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2015
Assessment of environmental emissions from sawmilling activity in Malaysia.
Ramasamy, G., J. Ratnasingam, E.S. Bakar, R. Halis and N. Muttiah,
BioResources,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2015
Effects of extended heating time and post-urea treatment on formaldehyde emission and properties of phenolic compreg rubberwood.
Zaidon, A., S.H. Lee, H. Rasmina, S. Roslinda, O. Mariani Ayu and S. Shuhaibah,
Pertanika J. Trop. Agric. Sci.,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2015
Effect of C/N ratio in methane productivity and biodegradability during facultative co-digestion of palm oil mill effluent and empty fruit bunch.
Nurliyana, M.Y., P.S. H’ng, H. Rasmina, M.U. Kalsom, K.L. Chin, S.H. Lee and G.D. Khoo,
Ind. Crops Prod.,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2015
Alkaline sulfite anthraquinone and methanol pulping of bamboo (Gigantochloa scortechinii).
Moradbak, A., P.M. Tahir, A.Z. Mohamed and R.B. Halis,
BioResources,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2015
Chemical alteration of banana pseudo stem by white rot fungi,
Norhaslida, R., R. Halis, L. Lakarim, M.I. Danial, J.C. Low and M.S. Naimah,
Biomass Bioenergy,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2014
Response surface methodology models of processing parameters for high performance phenolic Compreg wood.
Zaidon, G.H. Kim, E.S. Bakar and H. Rasmina,
Sains Malaysiana,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2014
Effects of plant growth regulators, carbon sources and pH values on callus induction in Aquilaria malaccensis leaf explants and characteristics of the resultant calli.
Jayaraman, S., N.H. Daud, R. Halis and R. Mohamed,
J. For. Res.,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2014
The prediction of wood properties from anatomical characteristics: The case of common commercial malaysian timbers.
Toong, W., J. Ratnasingam, M.K.M. Roslan and Halis,
BioResources,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2014
Chemical characterization of Imperata cylindrica (‘Lalang’) and pennisetum purpureum (Napier grass) for bioethanol production in Malaysia.
Liong, Y.Y,. R. Halis and R. Mohamed,
Pertanika J. Trop. Agric. Sci.,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2013
Biomodification of kenaf using White Rot Fungi.
Halis, R., H.R. Tan, A. Zaidon and R. Mohamed,
BioResources,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2012
Microscopic observation of “Gaharu” wood aquilaria malaccensis.
Mohamed, R.M.T. Wong and R. Halis,
Pertanika J. Tro. Agric. Sci.,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2012
Conversion of lignocellulosic biomass from grass to bioethanol using materials pretreated with alkali and the white rot fungus, Phanerochaete Chrysosporium.
Liong, Y.Y., R. Halis, O.M. Lai and R. Mohamed,
BioResources,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2012
Retting of musa sapientum pseudostem with pectin decomposting bacteria.
Rasmina, H., M.S. Naimah, H. Aziah, Y.N. Kiew and Y. Konami,
J. Agric. Sci. Technol.,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2011
Characteristics of pulp produced from refiner mechanical pulping of tropical bamboo (Gigantochloa scorthechinii).
Zaidon A., S. Sabiha, H. Rasmina, M.S. Hamami and M.N.M.Yusof,
Pertanika J. Trop. Agric. Sci.,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2010
Early performance trial of four Malaysian commercial bamboos in southern Peninsular Malaysia.
Mohamed, A.H., W.R.W.A. Kadir, R. Halis and N.M.H. Abdullah,
Borneo Science,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2009
Physical and mechanical characterisation of selected Malaysian bamboo species.
Halis, R., H.S. Mohd, R. Nor and A. Zaidon,
Malaysian Forester,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2008
Biological resistance of malaysian canes modified with polymer.
Norul Hisham, H., U. Salmiah, H.Rasmina, And M.R. Adlin Sabrina,
Malaysian Forester,
| Journal Article
Rasmina Halis
2006
