Dr. Ridhwan Jumaidin is an Associate Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Programme at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), where he also serves as the Head of the Advanced Bamboo Research Group. His research leadership centers on the development of sustainable materials, with a particular focus on natural fiber and bamboo as a renewable resource for high-performance biocomposites. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Engineering from Universiti Putra Malaysia, specializing in natural fiber processing and polymer-based composite technologies. Dr. Ridhwan has authored and co-authored over 100 scholarly publications, including journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings. His work has garnered significant academic recognition, with a current Scopus h-index of 24 and over 2,800 citations to date. In addition to his research contributions, he is an active peer reviewer for more than 120 international research articles, reflecting his commitment to academic quality and global collaboration. He was listed among the World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University and Elsevier BV, a testament to his global research impact. His ongoing efforts aim to bridge material innovation with environmental responsibility, particularly in advancing natural fiber and bamboo-based solutions for industrial applications such as automotive components, packaging, and infrastructure. Through his research group, he continues to mentor emerging scholars and promote Malaysia’s leadership in sustainable material science.