Zhafran Zakaria (Lay)
About Zhafran Zakaria (Lay)
Zhafran Zakaria serves as the President of the American Chemical Society and works as a Research Assistant at the University of Malaya. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and has expertise in Molecular Dynamics and Computational Chemistry.
Work at American Chemical Society
Zhafran Zakaria has served as President of the American Chemical Society since 2017. In this role, he has contributed to the organization's mission of advancing the knowledge and practice of chemistry. His leadership has focused on fostering collaboration and innovation within the chemical sciences community.
Current Role at University of Malaya
Zhafran Zakaria has been a Research Assistant at the University of Malaya since 2020. His work involves conducting research in the field of chemistry, with a particular emphasis on Molecular Dynamics and Computational Chemistry. This position allows him to apply his academic background and expertise in a practical research environment.
Education and Expertise
Zhafran Zakaria completed his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Malaya from 2015 to 2019. Prior to this, he obtained a Foundation degree in Science from Kolej Matrikulasi Kedah in 2014-2015. He also studied at SMK Muadzam Shah, focusing on the Science Stream from 2009 to 2013. His academic background supports his expertise in Molecular Dynamics and Software Development related to Computational Chemistry.
Previous Work Experience
Zhafran Zakaria has held various positions prior to his current roles. He worked as a Brand Promoter at Chewies for 11 months in 2019, where he was involved in marketing and promotion activities. Additionally, he served as an Exam Invigilator at the British Council from 2017 to 2018, overseeing examination processes at Hin Hua Private High School.
Research Interests and Projects
Zhafran Zakaria engages in research projects related to the Industrial Revolution and sustainability. He has a strong interest in Material Science, particularly in Solid State Chemistry. His focus on these areas reflects a commitment to advancing knowledge and practices that contribute to sustainable development.