Dr Hazel Yean Ru Ann

Dr Hazel Yean Ru Ann

  • Lecturer
Department of Biomedical Sciences
  • Sir Jeffrey Cheah ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Medical School
Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences
SDGs Focus

Biography

Dr Hazel is a lecturer in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Sir Jeffrey Cheah ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Medical School with expertise in evolutionary genomics, biostatistics, and bioinformatics. Her research centres on zoonotic spillover and genomic epidemiology of infectious diseases. She previously served as INGSA-Asia (International Network for Governmental Science Advice Asia chapter) representative in a collaborative initiative with the U.S. National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), addressing the prevention of high-consequence pathogen spillover through science-policy engagement. Her current research integrates genomic surveillance, data analytics, and cross-species comparative studies to support public health strategies and strengthen outbreak preparedness in the region.

Academic & Professional Qualifications

  • PhD in Genomics and Bioinformatics, Monash University, Malaysia (2022)
  • Bachelor of Science (Hons) Biomedical Science, International Medical University (IMU), 2016

Research Interests

  • Genomic Epidemiology of Zoonotic Diseases
  • Comparative Genomics of Emerging Pathogens
  • Bioinformatics for Infectious Disease Surveillance

Courses Taught

  • Basic Biostatistics BIO1104
  • Research Methodology RSM5040 / RSM6020 / RSM5013 / RSM6013

Notable Publications

  1. Yean, R.-A., Dilipkumar, M., Rahman, S., & Song, B.-K. (2021). A Two-in-One Strategy: Target and Nontarget Site Mechanisms Both Play Important Role in IMI-Resistant Weedy Rice. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 22(3), 982.

Achievements & Accolades

  1. Countering Zoonotic Spillover of High Consequence Pathogens in Southeast Asia, a collaborative project between INGSA-Asia and U.S. NASEM (2022-2025)
  2. International Science Council (ISC) Regional Focal Point for Asia and the Pacific Bursary Program Recipient (2024)
  3. Tropical Medicine & Biology Platform Grant Award (2020)
  4. Malaysia Toray Science Foundation (MTSF) Science & Technology Research Grant Award (2019)