Dr. Idris Long is a neuroscientist and physiology lecturer at the School of Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). His research focuses on cellular neuroscience, neuroinflammation, glial biology, and diabetic neuropathy, particularly the molecular mechanisms underlying painful diabetic neuropathy. His work also explores nutraceutical and pharmacological interventions targeting oxidative stress and neuroimmune signalling. He is actively involved in teaching, research supervision, peer review, and research grant evaluation.