Malaysian former scientist turned artist finds balance between art and science

With a degree in Chemistry, a PhD in Engineering, and a promising career in semiconductor research, Lyne chose to take a different path – art. — Photos: YAP CHEE HONG/The Star

Material scientist, visual artist and academic. It’s rare to meet someone who wears all three hats and thrives, but Lyne Ismail does exactly that.

But the path she’s taken is neither common nor easy.