Dr Ismarulyusda Ishak is an expert in epidemiology and community health at the Faculty of Health Sciences, UKM. She has taught biostatistics, research methodology and epidemiology since 2006. Her research interests are the wellness of targeted communities, antioxidants, nutrition, health screening, micronutrients, trace elements, intelligent quotient (IQ), quality of life and health intervention modules. She is also active in research under teaching and learning.