Dr Maryam
PhD | Biomedical Researcher | Academic Consultant
Research is not just about generating data—it is about solving problems, producing credible evidence, and communicating findings with precision. My work focuses on supporting postgraduate and doctoral researchers in navigating complex research challenges, from experimental design and statistical analysis to thesis development and publication. With a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and interdisciplinary consultancy experience, I have worked across clinical, scientific, and social science research—delivering outcomes that meet rigorous academic and institutional standards. This portfolio highlights selected projects that demonstrate my expertise in data analysis, thesis writing, research methodology, and academic editing, with a consistent track record of successful viva outcomes and publication-ready work.
PhD Research
International Islamic University Malaysia | 2025
Title: Chemopreventive Effects of Selected Malaysian Herbs via the Polyamine Pathway in Cervical Cancer
Role: Researcher
Experimental Methods: plants extraction,Cell culture, MTT assay (IC₅₀), flow cytometry, caspase 3/8/9 assays, LC-MS & GC–MS profiling, RT-qPCR, HPLC (polyamines quantification), Annexin V
Master Research
Universiti Sains Malaysia | 2021
Title: Correlation of Anti-Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide Antibodies and Rheumatoid Factor with Disease Severity and Functional Status in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Role: Researcher
Experimental Methods: ELISA-based immunoassays, Clinical and statistical correlation analysis, Quality of Life Questionnaire tool, Comparative analysis with control groups
SELECTED CONSULTANCY PROJECTS
Viva Success
PhD Thesis Development in Educational Research (Differentiated Pedagogy)
Led the full development of a PhD thesis on differentiated pedagogy in secondary education, providing end-to-end academic consultancy including research design, literature review, methodology alignment, and thesis writing. The work focused on ensuring coherence between objectives, pedagogical frameworks, and data interpretation, resulting in a structured, publication-ready doctoral thesis that met institutional standards.
Statistical Data Analysis in Vision Science Research
Provided advanced statistical analysis for a Master’s research project in vision science, focusing on refractive error, accommodation, and vergence parameters. Applied appropriate inferential techniques including repeated measures analysis, correlation, and regression using SPSS, ensuring accurate data interpretation and alignment with research objectives for a defensible thesis outcome.
Clinical Research & NMRR Ethics Approval (Maternal and Neonatal Study)
Supported a clinical research project involving maternal nutrition, lactation, and infant growth outcomes, with a key focus on NMRR ethics approval and study design compliance. Delivered statistical analysis, methodological structuring, and full thesis development, ensuring adherence to clinical research standards and successful viva performance.
PhD Thesis Editing and Academic Refinement (Educational Leadership)
Provided high-level academic editing and proofreading for a PhD thesis in educational leadership, focusing on improving clarity, argument structure, and academic coherence. The work ensured alignment between research objectives, methodology, and findings, enhancing the overall scholarly quality of the thesis.
Manuscript Development for Peer-Reviewed Publication
Developed a journal-ready manuscript from postgraduate research, transforming thesis content into a structured scientific paper aligned with peer-reviewed publication standards. The process involved academic writing, logical restructuring, and similarity optimisation to meet journal requirements and achieve successful acceptance.
PhD Thesis Proofreading in Fintech and Well-Being Research
Delivered professional proofreading and academic refinement for a PhD thesis examining fintech adoption and subjective well-being. Focused on enhancing clarity, consistency, and academic tone while ensuring the research narrative was coherent and aligned with scholarly standards.
MMed Clinical Case Study Development (Family Medicine)
Developed a comprehensive clinical case study for MMed Family Medicine, integrating patient history, clinical reasoning, and evidence-based discussion. The work ensured accurate medical interpretation and structured presentation suitable for postgraduate clinical assessment.
PhD Thesis Development in Functional Food and Nutritional Science
Led the development of a PhD thesis on functional food formulation and its potential antidiabetic properties, supporting data interpretation, scientific writing, and research structuring. The project integrated experimental findings with nutritional analysis to produce a rigorous and well-articulated doctoral thesis.