Nabil Aj

Research topic: Investigation of Exosomes Modification and Its Effect in 3D Bioprinted Glioblastoma Model. Research background and interest: Cell culture, Cancer disease modelling (brain cancer), Regenerative Medicine, Biomaterials, 3D bioprinting, Nanotechnology, and Drug delivery

Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) at Universiti Sains Malaysia Kampus Kesihatan (2023-01 – Present)

Research topic: Investigation of Exosomes Modification and Its Effect in 3D Bioprinted Glioblastoma Model. Research background and interest: Cell culture, Cancer disease modelling (brain cancer), Regenerative Medicine, Biomaterials, 3D bioprinting, Nanotechnology, and Drug delivery

Laboratory Research Assistant at USM Kampus Kesihatan (2023-01 – 2025-10)

• Designed and performed drug-loading of nanoparticles using incubation and sonication methods, achieving high encapsulation efficiency (>90%) across optimized conditions
• Executed multi-parametric cell analysis techniques, including MTT assays, TUNEL assays, and flow cytometry, to quantify drug cytotoxicity and apoptosis.
• Maintained rigorous aseptic techniques and cell culture protocols for cell lines across multiple passages to guarantee experimental reproducibility.
• Implemented experimental controls, replicates, and standardized workflows, ensuring data integrity and reproducibility

Secretary of Art-Sciences Competition and Exhibition 2023 at USM Kampus Kesihatan (2023-05 – 2023-05)

• Managed logistics, including venue selection, booking, and setup, to accommodate both artistic and scientific displays.
• Developed promotional strategies such as social media platforms (Tiktok and WhatsApp), email campaigns, and posters to reach the target audience as well as to increase awareness and participation in the event.
• Received positive feedback from participants, sponsors, and attendees, highlighting the quality and organization of the event.

Internship at Kencana Food & Spices Sdn Bhd (2022-07 – 2022-10)

• Studied and assisted in the process of making the soy sauce by using the koji mold species called Aspergillus oryzae with the help of the supervisor and other operators.
• Documented the data in related documents such as the preparation of koji and also moromi, aswell as pest control.

Police Undergraduate Voluntary Corps (SUKSIS) at PDRM (2018-10 – 2022-03)

• Undergo training regularly for up to 3 years under the supervision of PDRM while at the same time maintaining excellent examination results in each semester.
• Commissioned by the Inspector-General of Police as a Police Volunteer Reserve Corp Inspector in February 2022.

Event Serving Crew at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) (2022-01 – 2022-01)

• Assisted in preparing and serving the food and drinks for the guests such as Minister of Health and Prime Minister during the event.
• Communicated with and direct supervisor of the event in performing tasks during and after the event to ensure the food preparation run smoothly

Post-Flood Volunteer at Hulu Langat Community Host (2021-12 – 2021-12)

• Collaborated with the Hulu Langat Community Host to assist in clean-up at the housing areas of flood victims
• Provided manpower assistance to local communities that have needed clean-up assistance

Mumtaz Ibadah Camp Facilitator at Masjid Al-Bukhary (2021-11 – 2021-12)

• Facilitated and consulted children about ways to perform religious duties properly such as ablution and prayer
• Organized a few activities for the children to make the program more interesting as well as beneficial

Inter-Department Sports (INDEPS) Committee at Academy of Islamic Studies, UM (2019-03 – 2019-03)

• Ensured that the competition run smoothly and cooperated with other committee members
• Administered the registration of players and provided emergency assistance in the event of injury

Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) in Investigation of Exosomes Modification and Its Effect in 3D Bioprinted Glioblastoma Model – Universiti Sains Malaysia Kampus Kesihatan (2023)

Bachelor of Islamic Studies and Sciences (Biology) in Islamic Studies and Sciences (Biology) – Universiti Malaya (2018 – 2022)

Foundation In Islamic Studies and Sciences in Islamic Studies and Sciences – Universiti Malaya (2016 – 2018)