The Algae Frontier: Catalysing Value and ImpactSunway University, Selangor, Malaysia
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What is the Global Algae Summit?とは
The Algae Frontier: Catalysing Value and Impact
The Global Algae Summit (GAS) 2026, themed The Algae Frontier: Catalysing Value and Impact, focuses on bridging the gap between innovation and real-world application in the algae sector. As interest in algae continues to grow, the summit highlights the importance of translating research, technology, and ideas into scalable solutions that deliver tangible economic, environmental, and social value.
Through cross-sector discussions and collaborations, the theme emphasises building strong value chains, fostering strategic partnerships, and accelerating the commercialisation of algae-based innovations. GAS 2026 aims to create a platform where stakeholders can not only exchange insights but also identify clear pathways to drive impact—turning potential into practical outcomes for industries and communities alike.
Join the GAS 2026 to be part of a growing global conversation on turning algae innovation into real-world impact. This is more than just a conference, it’s a international platform to connect with key players across industry, research, and business, and explore how ideas can evolve into scalable solutions.
GAS 2026 is your opportunity to:
🌍 Connect with global leaders and decision-makers driving the future of the algae industry
🚀 Turn innovation into action by exploring real business opportunities and scalable solutions
🤝 Build high-value partnerships that go beyond networking and lead to collaboration
📈 Unlock new markets and position yourself in the growing global bioeconomy
✨ Be part of a movement transforming algae into real economic, environmental, and industry impact
(Poster Presentation Registration Deadline: July 20, 2026)
Schedule
2026年8月19日（水）09:30～17:00
Venue
Sunway University, Selangor, Malaysia 5, Jln Universiti, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Organizer
Leave a Nest Malaysia
Co-organizer
Euglena Malaysia | Sunway University
Entrance fee
Free Entry
Target Participants
Researchers, Academicians, Public Research Institutions, Innovators, Government Agencies, Startups and Corporate
Related Keywords
Algae Innovation, Algae frontier, Catalysing value, Driving impact, Sustainable solutions, Algae-based products, Carbon capture,Research and industry integration, Green technology
Monash University MalaysiaProfessor of Chemical Engineering, Head of MIPO Biorefinery Laboratory
Associate Professor Dr. Nadiah Abu
UKM Medical Molecular Biology InstituteAssociate Professor
Associate Professor Ts. Dr. Wong Chiew Yen
IMU UniversityAssociate Dean of Research and External Engagement, School of Health Sciences
Mr. Muhammad Omar Haatim
Malaysia Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC)Head of Corporate Strategy and Business Development
Muhammad Omar Haatim is currently serving as Head of Corporate Strategy and Business Development in Malaysia Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC) with over 12 years of experience spanning finance, business development and corporate strategy. He has played a significant role in shaping Malaysia’s carbon market architecture, including contributions in the development of the REDD Plus Finance Framework as well as through his memberships in Technical Working Groups for development of national policies and legislation within the carbon market space. He has also acted as a member of Malaysia’s delegation to UNFCCC Conference of Parties, focusing on Article 6 development and Implementation.
Professor Sibrandes Poppema
Sunway UniversityPresident and Vice-Chancellor
Mr. Tadashi Tanimoto
Galdieria Co. Ltd.Chief Executive Officer
Associate Professor Dr Yow Yoon Yen
School of Pharmacy Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences, Sunway UniversityAssociate Professor
Ts. Dr. Yu Kai Ling
School of Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Sunway UniversityResearcher
Ts. Dr. Yu Kai Ling is a researcher at the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Sunway University. She holds a PhD from Universiti Malaya and a Bachelor of Environmental Science (Hons) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Her research focuses on biomass waste valorisation, including microalgae-based systems, bioenergy production such as biochar, bioethanol, and biogas, thermochemical conversion and wastewater treatment, with emphasis on SDGs 6, 7, 12, and 13. As a Professional Technologist in Green Technology, Dr. Yu has published extensively in high-impact journals and currently serves on the Early Career Editorial Board of Chemical Engineering Journal. She has been involved in multiple research projects related to microalgae green technologies, demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing environmental and energy sustainability.
Ts. Hassan Ismaila
SIRIM BerhadConsultant
Ts. Hassan Bin Ismaila is a Consultant at SIRIM with over 29 years of experience in environmental and renewable energy technologies. His expertise covers wastewater treatment, resource recovery and industrial sustainability projects. Over the years, he has been involved in the development, assessment and verification of numerous environmental technology initiatives, including large-scale biogas and biomethane projects. He also has research experience in freshwater microalgae cultivation, focusing on improving the biomass yield of Choricystis coccoides. He brings a practitioner’s perspective to the discussion on whether algae can become a meaningful and credible contributor to the evolving carbon market ecosystem.
Mr. Muril Raman Armugan
NCS GROUPGENERAL MANAGER
Mr. Muril Raman Armugam is the General Manager of NCS Group, overseeing the Group’s plantation, palm oil mill and property operations.
He has more than 25 years of experience in the oil palm plantation industry & Agribusiness. Before joining NCS Group, he served as Regional Chief Executive Officer of FGV Plantations, overseeing the company’s plantation operations across Sabah and Sarawak.
Prior to FGV Plantations, he spent eight years with Wilmar International Plantation in Indonesia and 14 years with Sime Darby Plantation. His extensive experience covers plantation and mill operations, property management, strategic planning, budgeting, profit and loss management, replanting, operational improvement, sustainability, governance, and Environmental, Health and Safety compliance.
Throughout his career, he has led large multidisciplinary teams and implemented initiatives to improve crop productivity, mill efficiency, cost competitiveness, resource utilisation and sustainable business practices. His professional interests include business transformation, agricultural innovation, digitalisation, operational excellence and sustainable development within the plantation and palm oil industry.
Professor Datuk Wira Dr. Raha Abdul Rahim（ National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia）
09:50
MoU Exchange Leave a Nest Malaysia and Sunway University
09:55
MoU Exchange Euglena and Sunway University
10:00
Photo Session
10:10
Keynote Address (1): Advancing Algae Research for A Sustainable Future
A globally recognised expert in microalgae research, photosynthesis, and algal biotechnology, Professor Emeritus Dr. Hiroyuki Ohta has dedicated his career to advancing the scientific understanding and practical applications of algae for a more sustainable future. His research has contributed significantly to the development of algae-based solutions in food, health, renewable resources, and environmental sustainability. As both an accomplished academic and the CEO of Phytolipid Technologies Co., Ltd., Professor Ohta bridges fundamental research with industrial innovation, transforming cutting-edge discoveries into real-world applications.
Science Tokyo Professor Emeritus Dr Hiroyuki Ohta（Phytolipid Technologies Co., Ltd.）
10:25
Keynote Address (2) : Microalgae: No Longer A Future Technology, It Is Already A Business
Representing one of the world's leading pioneers in algae biotechnology, Mr. Kim Seong Hwan brings extensive experience in translating scientific innovation into commercially successful businesses. As a senior executive of Euglena Co., Ltd. and Managing Director of Euglena Malaysia, he has played an instrumental role in expanding algae-based solutions across healthcare, nutrition, sustainability and the bioeconomy. In his keynote, Mr. Kim will share Euglena's journey from laboratory research to global commercial success. He will discuss how scientific discoveries can be transformed into market-ready products, the importance of building sustainable value chains, and the strategies required to scale algae innovations into impactful businesses.MORE INFO
Mr. Kim Seong Hwa（Senior Executive Officer, Euglena Inc., CEO of Healthcare Company & Managing Director, Euglena Malaysia）
10:45
Research to Reality: Commercializing Microalgae for Sustainable Agriculture and Aquaculture
Dr. Nurarina Ayuni Ghazali（Euglena Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.）
11:00
Galdieria – The world’s first and only alga revolutionizing precious metal recovery
Mr. Tadashi Tanimoto（Galdieria Co. Ltd.）
11:10
Launching Edible Algae E-Book
11:15
Pocket Talk
Dr. Sousuke Imamura（ Space Environment and Energy Laboratories, NTT, Inc., Japan）
Ms. Jean Tan（Atoz CarbonCycle Platform ）
Prof. Chan Eng Seng（Monash University Malaysia）
Assoc Prof Ts Dr Wong Chiew Yen(IMU University)
11:45
Panel Discussion (1):
Turning Waste into Value with Algae
This session will examine the integration of algae biotechnology with agriculture residue to develop value-added applications in biofuels, bioproducts, and green industrial solutions. The session aims to showcase how cross-sector collaboration and scientific advancement can transform waste into sustainable economic and environmental opportunities. MORE INFO
Associate Professor Dr. Nadiah Abu（UKM Medical Molecular Biology Institute）
Mr. Masashi Mizuki(Euglena Malaysia)
Mr. Muril Raman Armugan（NCS GROUP）
[Moderator]
Dr. Arief Izzairy Zamani(Leave a Nest Malaysia)
13:00
Lunch Break | Networking | Poster Session
14:30
Panel Discussion (2):
Algae and Carbon Markets: Vision or Reality?
As industries and governments intensify efforts toward decarbonisation and net-zero commitments, algae is increasingly emerging as a promising nature-based solution within the growing carbon economy. From carbon capture and utilisation to sustainable bioproducts and environmental remediation, algae technologies are attracting attention for their potential to generate both environmental and economic value. This session will examine whether algae-based technologies can become a credible and commercially viable part of carbon markets. The discussion will explore the scientific potential of algae for carbon reduction and utilisation, the requirements for carbon accounting and verification, Malaysia’s evolving carbon market landscape, commercial barriers, and the actions needed to move algae-based carbon solutions from research and pilot projects toward investable climate solutions.MORE INFO
Dr. Ng Wai Lun（ Carbon Next Sdn. Bhd.）
Mr. Muhammad Omar Haatim（ Malaysia Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC)）
Ts. Dr. Yu Kai Ling（School of Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Sunway University）
Ts. Hassan Ismaila（SIRIM Berhad）
[Moderator].
Mr. Nur Ahmad Zaim Hussin(Leave a Nest Malaysia)
15:30
Algae as Nature-based Solution | Live Cooking Show
Associate Professor Dr Yow Yoon Yen（School of Pharmacy Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences, Sunway University）
16:00
Awards and Closing Ceremony
16:30
Networking
PARTNERS
INFORMATION
Information for Participants
Research Splash/Poster Presenters
POSTER NUMBER
TITLE & AUTHORS
P 01
Biotecnological Potential of Acid-Tolerant Euglena gracilis for Carbon Captire and Sustainable Bioresource Development Tia Erfianti, Eko Agus Suyono, Budi Setiadi Daryono, Arief Budiman, Dedy Kurnianto, Yusuf Andriana
P 02
Anticoagulant Potential of Heparinoids Extracted from Brown Seaweeds Rathinam Raja, S. Pujithaa, S. Shyamala, S. Mini Jacob
P 03
Next-Gen Nutraceuticals: Stabilizing Algal Fucoxanthin via Biopolymer Nanoencapsulation K.R. Jayapriyan
P 04
Microalgae Biorefinery, Defatted Microalgal Protein Valorization, In Situ Structural Modification Sharmatha Sahadevan
P 05
Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry Analysis of Sargassum tenerrimum J. Agardh for the evaluation of its medicinal properties Swathy Nair, S. Chandra
P 06
Food, Feed, Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceutical Applications Siti Rokhiyah Ahmad Usuldin
P 07
Catalysing Value: Simplified Green Extraction of Sargassum alginate Siti Nahdatul Isnaini Said Hussin
P 08
Unlocking Marine Potential: Local Seaweed Biopolymers for Low-Carbon Packaging and Economic Value Creation Siti Nahdatul Isnaini Binti Said Hussin, Nor Izwan Hakimi Bin Nor Azmi, Ahmad Nor Hartzan Bin Mat Roni, Aziaton Afzan Binti Ibrahim, Muhamad Johnny Ajang Bin Abdullah
P 09
Indoor Cultivation of Red Seaweed, Gracilaria changii Muhamad Johnny Ajang Abdullah, Ling How Chi, Siti Nahdatul Isnaini Said Hussin
P 10
Exploring Seaweed-based Noodles: Nutritional Composition for Sustainable Product Innovation Ahmad Nor Hafzan Mat Roni, Nur Insyirah Mohd Nazzary, Aziaton Afzan Ibrahim, Siti Nahdatul Isnaini Said Hussin
P 11
Development of Lamellar Liquid Crystal Formulations Incorporating Marine Microalgae for Sustainable Cosmeceutical Applications Chew Sook Chin
P 12
Targeting Lung Cancer Hallmarks with Marine Algae Prisca Deviani Pakan
P 13
Interaction effects between Light Quality and Anaerobically Digested Palm Oil Mill Effluent Drives Carotenoid and Micronutrient Accumulation in Chlorella sorokiniana Samantha Yee Mun On,Nicholas Mun Hoe Khong, Wee Sim Choo
P 14
Optimising Harvest Timing to Enhance Phytochemical Content and Antioxidant Activities in Tropical Microalgae Mei Zhe Ng, Poi Yi Aw Yong, Wen Cong Gan
P 15
Temporal Colonization Patterns of Prorocentrum sp. Across Natural and Artificial Substrates Muhammad Adam Rasib, Herryawan Ryadi Eizwar Dyari, Satya Rao Ramasamy, Noor Affizah Bujang Saili, Suriyanti Su Nyun Pau
P 16
Comparative Analysis of Lipid Accumulation in Antarctic Microalgae Under Nitrogen and Phosphorus Starvation Nor Syafawati Mohamad Pauzi, Zaima Azira Zainal Abidin, Zarina Zainuddin
P 17
Circular Bioeconomy: Bioremediation of Shrimp Wastewater and Biomass Production using Mixed Algal Consortia Nur Maisarah Aminludin Baki, Shahrizim Zulkifly
P 18
Anti-melanogenic effect of brown alga Sargassum aquifolium (Turner) C.Agardh Lim Kai Xuan
P19
Response Surface Optimisation of Cyanocobalamin Extraction from Dried Ulva lactuca Deny Susanti, Fatin Shazwani Ruslan, Normawaty Mohammad Nor, Nurul Iman Aminudin, Muhammad Taher
P 20
From Seaweed to Fucoxanthin: How Extraction and Drying Methods Influence Malaysian Sargassum polycystum Deny Susanti, Nur Syazwani Sabarudin, Muhammad Idham Shukor, Normawaty Mohammad Nor, Muhammad Taher
P 21
Comparative Meta-Analysis of Chlorella vulgaris and Scenedesmus sp. for Biodiesel Sithaarthun S.Nagaraja
P 22
Allelopathy by the Fish-Killing Dinoflagellate Margalefidinium polykrikoides enhances Toxin Production in Pyrodinium bahamense var. compressum Normawaty Mohammad Noor, Asilah Al-Has, Sitti Raehanah Muhamad Shaleh, Aimimuliani Adam, Deny Susanti, Mohd Nor Azman Ayub
P 23
A Universal Genome Scale DFBA Model for the Accumulation of Intracellular Metabolites in Chorella vulgaris Goh Yu Shem
P 24
Developing a Robust Cultivation System Towards Mechanistic Acclimation Studies in Microalgae Shuet Yee Lee, Darren Yi Sern Low, Kai Ling Yu, Yong Kuen Ho, Hwai Chyuan Ong, Bey Hing Goh, Ridhwan Zhafri Kamarul Bahrim, Qamarul Hafiz Zainol Abidin, Norhidayah Ahmad Wazir, Chern Leing Lee, Siah Ying Tang
P 25
Maximizing Arthrospira platensis Yield: Comparing Mixing Methods in Innovative Floating-Bed Systems Mohd Shahmen Mohd Yazam, Shahrizim Zulkifly
P 26
Nerve regeneration, Health Supplement Ke Ying Nyiew
P 27
Compositional Characterization and Bioactive Lipid Profiling of Scenedesmus sp. and Chlorella sp. for Food Applications Bernice Low Qiao Qing
P 28
Integrated NaDES-Enzymatic Platform for Sustainable Protein Recovery from Chlorella Vulgaris Anis Alysha Mat Ropi, Nur Aisyahton Wan Sabri, Imani Sufiah Zolnizam, Tau Len-Kelly Yong, Khairul Faizal Pa’ee
P 29
Effect of Padina Australis on Blood Glucose and Tissue Indexes in D-galactose-Treated Mice Ngu Ee Ling
P 30
Microalgae-based Nutrient Recycling in Aquaculture: A Circular Economy Model for Fish Farmers Zarina Zainuddin, Normawaty Mohammad-Noor, Zaima Azira Zainal Abidin, Siti Fairuz Che Othman
P 31
Optimizing Microalgal Diets for enhanced Mass Production of Pseudodiaptomus marinus as Sustainable Live Food for Marine Aquaculture Nurul Nadiah binti Masrialah
P 32
Monitoring Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) in Shrimp Ponds Siti Aisyah Razli, Natrah Fatin Mohd Ikhsan, Dania Aziz, Muhamad Afiq Mohamed Akbar, Roziawati Mohd Razali
P 33
Nanoplastic and Herbicide Joint Exposure Impairs Photosynthetic Capabilities of Microalgae Wen Cong Gan, Chiew Yen Wong, Yih Yih Kok, Choy Sin Lee, Boon Keat Tan, Yoon Yen Yow, Siew Moi Phang
P 34
Harnessing Microalgal Extracts for Photoprotection of Human Epithelial Cells Kiat Fatt Chia, Yi Teng Tang, Yun Zhi Chin, Chun Yik Lew, Farhan Aisar Mes Ewan, Nur Sarah Binti Azhar, Chooi Ling Lim, Chiew Yen Wong, Rhun Yian Koh, Choy Sin Lee, Soi Moi Chye, Yih Yih Kok, Siti Aqlima Ahmad, Peter Convey, Leyla Cardenas, Chun-Wai Mai
P 35
Next-Generation Applications in Food, Feed & Nutraceuticals Wong Yong Lin
P 36
Physiological Responses of Tritostichococcus sp. to Heavy Metal Exposure for Microalgal Biomonitoring of Aquatic Pollution Emily Yan Yi Wong, Chiew Yen Wong, Wui Zhuan Lim, Yih Yih Kok, Yeannie Hui Yeng Yap, Zheng Syuen Lim, Peter Convey, John Beardall, Teow Chong Teoh
P 37
Utilizing Antarctic Chlorella for Polar Heavy Metal and Micro-/Nano-plastic Co-exposure Monitoring Aw Yong Poi Yi, Kok Yih Yih, Wong Chiew Yen, Tan Boon Keat, Peter Convey, Phang Siew Moi, Siti Aqlima Ahmad, Azham Zulkarnain
P 38
Evaluating the Antidiabetic Potential of Antarctic Microalgae via Optimized Aqueous Extraction Methods Hong Yu Wong, Shamala Salvamani, Chiew Yen Wong, Baskaran Gunasekaran, Choy Sin Lee
P 39
Potential Application of an Antarctic Microalga for Diesel Bioremediation in Heavy Metal Contaminated Environments Chiew Yen Wong , Wen Xi Goh, Ruo-Shan Tae, Zheng Syuen Lim, Siti Aqlima Ahmad, Yih Yih Kok, Peter Convey
P 40
ACE-Inhibitory Protein Hydrolysates from Biostimulant-Grown Chlorella vulgaris via SWE Nur Aisyahton Binti Wan Sabri
P 41
HPLC-UV/DAD Strategy for κ-Carrageenan Detection and Quantification via 4-Aminobenzoic Ethyl Ester Derivatization Noor Liana Mat Yajit, Nur Amirah Sofea binti Saiful Anuar, Lim Phaik Eem
P 42
Aquaculture Alia Athirah
P 43
Pavlova noctivaga Extract as a Potential Antioxidant and Cytotoxic Agent Against MCF-7 Breast Cancer Cells Nooraini Mohd Ain, Yam Sim Khaw, Muhammad Farhan Nazarudin, Armania Nurdin
P 44
Decarbonising Malaysia’s Palm Oil Mills through On-Site Microalgae Cultivation W.M.S. Dayanath,I.M.S.K. Ilankoon, Meng Nan Chong, Su Chern Foo
P 45
Solar Water Disinfection as a Low-Carbon Pre-treatment Strategy for Microalgae-Based Carbon Capture Systems S. A. Tennakoon, I.M.S.K. Ilankoon, Meng Nan Chong, Su Chern Foo, Yi An Lim
P 46
Evaluation of Microalgae and Compost Tea Alginate Beads for Plant Nutrient Uptake and Soil Moisture Retention Siti Nor Ani Azaman, Ahmad Akmal Roslly, Syauqina Hamiza Sharin, Ifza Sophia Raffi Zuhaily, Zukhairah Zakaria
P 47
From Algae to Gummy: A Synergistic Astaxanthin–Tocotrienol Nutraceutical for the Circular Bioeconomy Muhamad Helmi Husaini Rusmidi, Maliya Azilah Mohammad Aini, Irmaliayana Norisam, Nabiha Iran, Faezah Pardi, Asmida Ismail, Wan Razarinah Wan Abdul Razak, Sitti Rahma Abd Hafid, Khairul Adzfa Radzun
P 48
Integrated Liquid Biphasic Electric Flotation for Lipid Extraction from Nannochloropsis oculata for Biofuel Production Islam Abd El-Moneam Ahmed Ali
P 49
Production and Antioxidant Evaluation of Phycocyanin Extracted from Marine Cyanobacteria Ahmad-Shaddad, S., Eziwar-Dyari, H.R., Suriyanti S. N. Pau
P 50
Effects of Polyethylene Micro- and Nanoplastics on Perfluorooctanoic Acid Toxicity in Algae Emily Lim Yi Xuan
P 51
Venturing into the Potential of Caulerpa racemosa Endophytic Fungi as Biofertilizer Wan Natasya Wan Ahmed, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tsan Fui Ying, Dr. Nuraini Mohd Noor, Prof. Dr. Noraini Talip
P 52
Bioactivity of protein hydrolysate from Chorella vulgaris using SWE assisted proteolysis Imani Sufiah Zolnizam
P 53
Low-Concentration Ca(OH)₂–MgCl₂ Extraction for Sustainable κ-Carrageenan Production Yao Liu, Swee Sen Teo
P 54
Cyclic Anhydride Engineering of Agar/Agarose for Bioseparation and Heavy-Metal Adsorption Mingze Ma
P 55
SpaceAgent: An LLM-Driven Autonomous Operating System for Microalgae Cultivation in a 6U Orbital Laboratory Kengo Suzuki, Kotaro Nishikata, Soichiro Ueno, Daigo Fujita, Kenshiro Suzuki
P 56
AI-Automated Screening of Algae-Derived Compounds Against Spaceflight-Induced Gene Expression Changes Using Public Omics Data and GPT-5.6 Kengo Suzuki, Daigo Okada
P 57
Comparative Evaluation of Microalgae and Black Soldier Fly Frass as Sustainable Bio-Based Inputs for Lettuce Seedling Growth Chun Siong Chong, Yih Ting Yap, Xiao Xuan Tan, Pei Shan Khiew, Zheng Syuen Lim
P 58
Production of Valuable Lipids by the High Lipid‑Producing Alga Nannochloropsis Sakiko Tsuyuzaki
P 59
Solid-State Fermentation of Rice Bran using Trichoderma reesei for Aquafeed Daichi Akiyama
P 60
Euglena-Based Functional Feed for Improved Growth and Immunity in Livestock and Aquaculture Ninie Noor Diana binti Enche Baharuddin
P 61
Euglena and Chlorella for Sustainable Crop Growth, Soil Health, and Stress Tolerance Nurarina Ayuni Ghazali
P 62
Microalgae CCU in Transforming Power Plant CO2 to Bioproducts: A Pilot Success Story Leon Wai Hong
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