WiLAT Malaysia: Member Shines at KLSF 2025: Best Presentation Award for Gamified Food Waste Research

Dr. Nor Fyadzillah Mohd Taha CMILT, Chairperson of Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT Malaysia) and Senior Lecturer at Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM), has once again demonstrated excellence in sustainability research and innovation.

This award, sponsored by Dhaya Maju Infrastructure (Asia) Sdn. Berhad (DMIA), recognizes outstanding oral presentations that contribute significantly to advancing sustainability practices and innovation across the region.

About the Winning Research

The presented study explores how gamification can transform sustainability awareness into real behavioral change within university settings. Conducted as part of a Living Lab initiative at UPNM’s campus cafeteria, the project integrated mobile app tracking, QR code scanning, and leaderboards to encourage students to minimize food waste.

The results were remarkable:

• 35% reduction in food waste recorded over five weeks.

• 160 kg of food saved, equivalent to approximately 1,600 meals.

• Active participants showed stronger long-term behavioral shifts toward sustainability.

Looking Ahead

Following this recognition, Dr. Nor Fyadzillah plans to expand the Living Lab project to other institutions and collaborate with NGOs and policymakers for nationwide adoption. Her continuous effort underscores WiLAT’s commitment to fostering transformative, inclusive, and sustainable practices within logistics and transport sectors.ogether we can create a cleaner and healthier environment, one meal, one action, and one game at a time,” said Dr. Nor Fyadzillah.