On Wednesday, 3 September 2025, the Department of Biochemistry successfully organized the Biochemistry Research Laboratory Expedition Workshop in collaboration with 30 students and 3 teachers from Sekolah Menengah Integrasi Sains Tahfiz (SMISTA), Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (MAIWP).

The program aimed to provide students with early exposure to the field of biomedical science while introducing them to the learning and research environment within the faculty. One of the main highlights was the “Scientist Talk Show” delivered by Dr. Muhammad Luqman Nasaruddin, Lecturer at the Department of Biochemistry.

In addition to the talk, participants engaged in five hands-on and interactive laboratory activities, as outlined below:

• Snap Freeze – Liquid Nitrogen Application
  Students were introduced to the concept of rapid freezing using liquid nitrogen, commonly applied in research and sample preservation.
• Acidic or Alkaline? – Purple Cabbage pH Indicator
  A simple yet fun experiment where participants learned about pH levels using a natural indicator extracted from purple cabbage to identify acidic and alkaline solutions.
• You’re So Tiny (Microscopic Observation) – Yeast (Unicellular)
  This session allowed students to observe yeast under a microscope, introducing them to the structure and characteristics of unicellular organisms and their importance in biotechnology.
• How Does Animal in Laboratory Looks Like? – Rats (Petting) & Display Organ (Respiratory)
  Participants were exposed to basic animal anatomy through hands-on observation of laboratory rats and a demonstration of respiratory organs to understand mammalian anatomy.
• DNA Extraction from Blood
  This engaging activity introduced students to the basic concept of genetics by performing DNA extraction from blood samples.

Participants also had the opportunity to visit the Anatomy Museum and Dissection Hall, which further enriched their understanding of human anatomy and biological systems.

The success of this program was made possible through the strong collaboration with the Multifunction Laboratory Unit, Department of Anatomy, and Department of Pathology, whose contributions ensured smooth implementation throughout the day.

Heartfelt appreciation is extended to all staff members involved for their commitment and dedication in making this event a success. Congratulations and well done to all participating students for their enthusiasm and curiosity in exploring the world of science!