This project specifically addresses the targets in the strategy which are to conduct assessment of the conservation status of all known plant species, (e.g specific area in Penang Hill) and to develop and share information, research and associated outputs that enables better implementation of the strategy. The project objectives encompass understanding and documenting plant diversity, assessing conservation status, re-documenting species, and developing a flora conservation management plan for Penang.
Dr. Shamul Khamis is a senior researcher and lecturer at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, specializing in plant taxonomy, flora diversity, and ethnobotany. With over 60 published papers, he is a respected botanist whose work plays a crucial role in understanding forest productivity and biodiversity. Dr. Shamul’s expertise supports the preservation and conservation of Malaysia’s natural ecosystems, contributing significantly to sustainable environmental stewardship.
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