Dr. Nur Adibah Binti Mohidem is a dedicated academic and researcher specializing in environmental health, public health, and geospatial modeling. With advanced qualifications in Environmental Science and a PhD in Environmental Health, her work focuses on critical areas such as tuberculosis prediction, air pollution, climate change, and infectious diseases. She has contributed significantly through publications in reputable journals, including Q1 and Q2 indexed platforms, and has taken active roles as principal investigator and co-researcher in impactful research projects. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates environmental sciences, medical health, and Islamic perspectives, showcasing originality and a holistic vision. Beyond research, she is actively involved in teaching at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, supervising postgraduate students, and contributing to curriculum development in medicine and health sciences. Her achievements highlight not only her scholarly depth but also her commitment to applying research outcomes for societal benefit, positioning her as a promising scholar with potential for wider international recognition.

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Education

Dr. Nur Adibah Binti Mohidem pursued her entire academic journey at Universiti Putra Malaysia, building a strong foundation in environmental sciences and health. She earned her Bachelor of Environmental Science and Technology with a research project focusing on land use and land cover change in Putrajaya. She then completed her Master of Environment, majoring in Environmental Science, where her dissertation examined bacterial decolorization of dye from batik industry effluent. Furthering her expertise, she obtained her PhD in Environmental Health, specializing in air pollution, weather, geographic information systems, and machine learning applications. Her doctoral thesis developed a geospatial model for predicting tuberculosis in Malaysia, reflecting her innovative use of spatial technologies in health research. Throughout her academic path, she gained both theoretical knowledge and applied research experience, equipping her with interdisciplinary expertise that bridges environmental and health sciences. This strong educational background has been pivotal in shaping her contributions to academia and public health research.

Experience

Dr. Nur Adibah has accumulated diverse academic and research experience across teaching, supervision, and scholarly projects. She began her career as a teaching assistant in environmental and occupational health courses at Universiti Putra Malaysia, where she supported undergraduate learning in environmental health, toxic substance safety, and health impact management. Later, she worked as a researcher in agricultural technology, contributing to teaching Geographic Information System applications for modern agriculture and precision farming. Currently, she serves as a lecturer at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia in the Department of Primary Health Care, where she coordinates and teaches courses in community health, research methodology, and data analysis for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. She also supervises postgraduate students, guiding research on tuberculosis and public health issues. Her career reflects a steady growth from assistant roles to leadership in teaching and research, underlining her dedication to advancing knowledge and shaping future medical and health professionals.

Research Focus

Dr. Nur Adibah’s research focuses on the intersection of environmental health, epidemiology, and technology, particularly the use of spatial and predictive modeling to address pressing public health challenges. Her doctoral research pioneered a geospatial model for predicting tuberculosis, integrating sociodemographic, meteorological, and air pollutant data to better understand disease patterns. Beyond tuberculosis, her work extends to the impacts of climate change, air pollution, and environmental exposure on infectious and non-communicable diseases. She has also explored agricultural applications of remote sensing and machine learning, such as crop monitoring through spectral and aerial imagery. More recently, her research incorporates Islamic perspectives in public health, particularly in infection control and health awareness. This interdisciplinary approach reflects her commitment to bridging environmental, technological, and cultural dimensions of health. Her ongoing projects and publications demonstrate an emphasis on producing knowledge that is both scientifically rigorous and socially relevant, with potential to inform public health policy.

Award and Honor

Dr. Nur Adibah’s academic journey is marked by recognition for both her scholarly excellence and her contributions to research. Early in her career, she was acknowledged as the best student for her undergraduate thesis, reflecting her outstanding analytical and research abilities. Her doctoral work on tuberculosis prediction modeling further positioned her as an innovative researcher, contributing to national health priorities in Malaysia. In addition to personal academic recognition, her role as principal investigator and co-researcher in funded projects highlights the trust placed in her ability to lead and collaborate in impactful research. She has also guided postgraduate students to successful completion, which underscores her effectiveness as a mentor and academic leader. While many of her current publications and projects are under review in prestigious journals, their acceptance and impact are expected to further enhance her recognition. These honors collectively signify her growing reputation as a committed and capable scholar in public health.

Publication Top Notes

• Title: How can unmanned aerial vehicles be used for detecting weeds in agricultural fields?
  Authors: NA Mohidem, NN Che’Ya, AS Juraimi, WF Fazlil Ilahi, MH Mohd Roslim, …
  Year: 2021
  Citations: 53

• Title: Integrating environment with health: an Islamic perspective
  Authors: NA Mohidem, Z Hashim
  Year: 2023
  Citations: 52

• Title: Association of sociodemographic and environmental factors with spatial distribution of tuberculosis cases in Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia
  Authors: RS NA Mohidem, M Osman, Z Hashim, FM Muharam, SM Elias
  Year: 2021
  Citations: 45

• Title: Mobile Computing for Pest and Disease Management Using Spectral Signature Analysis: A Review
  Authors: WFFINM Nik Norasma Che’Ya, Nur Adibah Mohidem, Nor Athirah Roslin …
  Year: 2022
  Citations: 39

• Title: Demographic, socio-economic and behavior as risk factors of tuberculosis in Malaysia: a systematic review of the literature
  Authors: NA Mohidem, Z Hashim, M Osman, R Shaharudin, FM Muharam, …
  Year: 2018
  Citations: 27

• Title: Environment as the risk factor for tuberculosis in Malaysia: a systematic review of the literature
  Authors: NA Mohidem, Z Hashim, M Osman, FM Muharam, SM Elias, …
  Year: 2021
  Citations: 19

• Title: Prediction of tuberculosis cases based on sociodemographic and environmental factors in Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia: A comparative assessment of multiple linear regression and …
  Authors: NA Mohidem, M Osman, FM Muharam, SM Elias, R Shaharudin, …
  Year: 2021
  Citations: 8

• Title: Application of multispectral UAV for paddy growth monitoring in Jitra, Kedah, Malaysia
  Authors: NA Mohidem, S Jaafar, R Rosle, NN Che’Ya, JA Shah, WFF Ilahi, …
  Year: 2022
  Citations: 3

• Title: Development of a web-geographical information system application for plotting tuberculosis cases
  Authors: NA Mohidem, M Osman, MM Farrah, R Shaharudin, Z Hashim
  Year: 2021
  Citations: 3

• Title: Development of the automated fertigation system using mobile apps
  Authors: NA Mohidem, FA Nawi, NN Che’Ya, WFF Ilahi
  Year: 2021
  Citations: 3

• Title: Spatial analysis of identifying the association between risk factors and tuberculosis cases: A Review
  Authors: NA Mohidem, M Osman, Z Hashim, FM Muharam, SM Elias, A Ma’pol
  Year: 2025
  Citations: 2

• Title: Mobile application devices for MATAG coconut variety detection based on spectral signature analysis: A review
  Authors: NN Che’Ya, NA Mohidem, Z Tarmidi, MSA Sarifudin, JA Shah
  Year: 2022
  Citations: 2

• Title: Crop growth monitoring using geotagged technique derived from aerial imagery and vegetation indices algorithm: A review
  Authors: NA Mohidem, MI Ab Rahman, NN Che’Ya, WFF Ilahi, MAS Zamri
  Year: 2021
  Citations: 2

• Title: Association between neighbourhood food environment and dietary quality among adolescents in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  Authors: NZ Nurfarhana Norddin, Nik Norasma Che’Ya, Nur Adibah Mohidem
  Year: 2025
  Citations: 1

• Title: Mobile application and geospatial technology in urban farming
  Authors: NN Che’Ya, WNZZ Abdullah, SNA Roslan, NA Mohidem, N Ariffin, …
  Year: 2024
  Citations: 1

Conclusion

The publication record of Dr. Nur Adibah Binti Mohidem reflects a well-rounded and impactful research trajectory, spanning environmental health, tuberculosis epidemiology, agricultural applications of remote sensing, and interdisciplinary health perspectives. Her most cited works highlight strong contributions to both environmental health and agricultural technology, underscoring her ability to address critical societal challenges through innovative approaches. The consistent flow of publications in Scopus and Q1–Q2 indexed journals demonstrates her scholarly credibility and international recognition. While some of her newer works are still building citation strength, they show promising directions in digital health applications, geospatial modeling, and community health studies. Overall, her publications position her as a productive and versatile researcher whose work bridges science, technology, and health, with clear potential for wider global impact.