Small in stature and soft-spoken, Prof. Ts. Dr. Norazah Mohd Suki from Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) Kuala Lumpur campus is anything but ordinary. She’s made history as the first Malaysian woman listed among the world’s top 2% scientists for seven consecutive years, from 2019 to 2025—a list compiled by Stanford University and Elsevier, evaluating millions of researchers worldwide.
With an H-Index of 39, over 196 published articles, and more than 5,000 citations, Dr. Norazah has proven that social sciences and management research can shine on a global stage, rivaling pure sciences. Her work has not only put Malaysia on the map but also inspired countless young researchers, especially women, to pursue academic excellence.
Born in Kluang, Johor in 1977, Dr. Norazah’s journey was shaped by a disciplined and supportive family. Her parents instilled a love for education, and she followed a stellar academic path, completing her PhD in Marketing and E-Commerce by age 29. Today, she’s Deputy Dean (Research, Innovation & Corporate Relations) at UUM’s Othman Yeop Abdullah Graduate School of Business and a proud mentor who has guided over 100 students to publish Scopus-indexed research.
Beyond academia, she serves in the Malaysian Civil Defence Force, helping students cultivate leadership, patriotism, and a spirit of service. She even played a vital role during the COVID-19 pandemic, coordinating surveillance and aid distribution, earning the Pingat Bakti Pertahanan Awam in 2021.
From breaking barriers in global research to shaping the next generation of academics and leaders, Prof. Norazah is living proof that discipline, curiosity, and passion can take you from Malaysia to the world stage.
Viral Takeaways:
- First Malaysian woman in top 2% of scientists 7 years in a row.
- H-Index 39, 196+ publications, 5,000+ citations.
- Mentored 105 students to publish in Scopus.
- Deputy Dean at UUM, leader in research and innovation.
- Active in Civil Defence, COVID-19 hero, awarded national medal.
She’s not just a scientist—she’s a role model, mentor, and patriot, proving that Malaysian women can dominate the global academic scene while giving back to their country.
