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Akademi Sains Malaysia ASM is a statutory body of Malaysia’s eminent scientists, engineers and technologists, serving as a Thought Leader and Changemaker in STIE.

The Malaysia Blue Economy Blueprint (MBEB) 2026-2040 Briefing Session was held on 13 October 2026, bringing together key...
19/10/2026

The Malaysia Blue Economy Blueprint (MBEB) 2026-2040 Briefing Session was held on 13 October 2026, bringing together key stakeholders to strengthen understanding of the Blueprint’s strategic direction and priorities.

The session commenced with an opening address by the Deputy Director II, Environmental and Natural Resources Economics Division, Ministry of Economy, Safwan Rosidy Mohammed, followed by a welcoming address from the Chair of the ASM Task Force for the MBEB Study, Professor Emerita Dr Phang Siew Moi FASc, and an introduction to the MBEB framework by the Co-Chair of the ASM Task Force for the MBEB Study, Professor Dr Mahendhiran S. Nair FASc.

Discussions covered seven key blue economy sectors, providing a platform to share insights, exchange perspectives and foster greater alignment towards the sustainable development of Malaysia’s blue economy.

Through continued stakeholder engagement and cross-sectoral collaboration, the MBEB aims to unlock the potential of Malaysia’s blue economy as a driver of sustainable economic growth, environmental stewardship and societal well-being.

Kementerian Ekonomi

𝐁𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐉𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕: 𝐀𝐒𝐌 𝐓𝐄𝐊𝐀𝐍𝐊𝐀𝐍 𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐔𝐊𝐔𝐇𝐀𝐍 𝐄𝐊𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐌 𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐆𝐈 𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐉𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐇 𝐏𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐍 𝐊𝐄𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐀 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐊 𝐍𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐑𝐀Bagaimana memastik...
19/10/2026

𝐁𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐉𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕: 𝐀𝐒𝐌 𝐓𝐄𝐊𝐀𝐍𝐊𝐀𝐍 𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐔𝐊𝐔𝐇𝐀𝐍 𝐄𝐊𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐌 𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐆𝐈 𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐉𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐇 𝐏𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐍 𝐊𝐄𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐀 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐊 𝐍𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐑𝐀

Bagaimana memastikan pelaburan R&D benar-benar memberi manfaat kepada industri dan rakyat?

Susulan Belanjawan 2027, Akademi Sains Malaysia (ASM), menekankan keperluan untuk memperkukuh ekosistem STIE, khususnya penyelarasan pembiayaan dan penerapan inovasi, bagi memastikan hasil penyelidikan dapat diterjemahkan kepada impak negara.

Baca lebih lanjut siaran media ASM mengenai langkah strategik untuk menterjemahkan pelaburan R&D kepada impak yang bermakna buat negara.

This World Food Day, we recognise the importance of science, technology, innovation and collaboration in building a more...
16/10/2026

This World Food Day, we recognise the importance of science, technology, innovation and collaboration in building a more resilient and sustainable food future.

Through the National Mission-Oriented Initiative (MOI) on Food Sovereignty & Security, ASM brings together expertise and stakeholders to advance innovative solutions, strengthen local food production and enhance Malaysia’s food security and self-reliance.

Together, we can build a more resilient and food-secure Malaysia.

The Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM) hosted a strategic engagement with the Ministry of Defence Malaysia (MINDEF) on 9...
16/10/2026

The Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM) hosted a strategic engagement with the Ministry of Defence Malaysia (MINDEF) on 9 October 2026 to explore collaboration in strengthening national defence and cybersecurity through science, technology, innovation and economy (STIE).

Discussions addressed hybrid warfare, cyber defence, resilient digital infrastructure and the need to strengthen the Research, Development, Innovation, Commercialisation and Economy (RDICE) ecosystem to advance indigenous defence capabilities and reduce technological dependence.

ASM outlined the potential role as a strategic knowledge partner through scientific advisory, strategic studies, technology assessment and expert mobilisation.

The engagement also advanced discussions on a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) covering cyber warfare capabilities, cyber defence technologies, policy, RDICE and talent development, supporting Malaysia’s national resilience and technological sovereignty.

Kementerian Pertahanan Malaysia

Heartiest congratulations to Professor Dr K Sudesh Kumar C Kanapathi Pillai FASc on receiving the 2026 ISBP Lifetime Ach...
14/10/2026

Heartiest congratulations to Professor Dr K Sudesh Kumar C Kanapathi Pillai FASc on receiving the 2026 ISBP Lifetime Achievement Award at the International Symposium on Biopolymers (ISBP 2026).

This prestigious award recognises his outstanding, sustained contributions to biopolymer research and reflects his longstanding dedication to advancing sustainable, bio-based materials.

Ep 65 - Art in the Age of AI: What Remains Human?Listen now: https://www.akademisains.gov.my/asm-podcast/Can AI create a...
13/10/2026

Ep 65 - Art in the Age of AI: What Remains Human?
Listen now: https://www.akademisains.gov.my/asm-podcast/

Can AI create art, or does true creativity still begin with humans?

In the latest episode of ASM Podcast, two award-winning teams from the ASM ArtScience Prize 2025 share the inspiration and creative processes behind their artworks.

• Mr Mohd Razif (UiTM Sarawak) shares how ‘The Unforgettable Tales’ combines recycled plastics, sculpture, and AI to explore environmental sustainability.

• Dr Lee Kin Keong and Dr Cheng Kin Meng (UTAR) share how ‘Woven Emotions,’ recipient of the Rising Star Award, brings together Malaysian cultural motifs, collective emotions and AI-assisted art.

Discover why imagination, curiosity and human perspectives remain at the heart of creativity, even in an AI-driven world.

Heartiest congratulations to Academician Emeritus Professor Datin Paduka Setia Dato’ Dr Aini Ideris FASc on receiving th...
13/10/2026

Heartiest congratulations to Academician Emeritus Professor Datin Paduka Setia Dato’ Dr Aini Ideris FASc on receiving the 2026 University of Liverpool Alumni Award under the Science and Engineering category!

A 1981 graduate of the University of Liverpool with a Master of Veterinary Science in Avian Medicine, Dr Aini is recognised for her pioneering contributions to animal vaccine development in Malaysia, as well as her leadership in veterinary science, research and academia.

She is among 17 distinguished alumni honoured this year for their outstanding achievements and contributions to society.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡?Join the ASM–ACU Full Economic Costing (FEC) Forum to explore how...
09/10/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡?

Join the ASM–ACU Full Economic Costing (FEC) Forum to explore how FEC can strengthen transparency, accountability and sustainability in Malaysia’s R&D funding.

Hear perspectives from researchers, institutional leaders and experts, alongside key findings from the ASM–ACU joint strategy paper on sustainable research funding.

📅 27 October 2026 (Tuesday)
🕣 8.30 AM – 12.30 PM
📍 Function Hall, Academy of Sciences Malaysia, Level 20, West Wing, MATRADE Tower
🔗https://www.akademisains.gov.my/events/fec-forum/

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Kementerian Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi (MOSTI)

✨ 𝐊𝐎𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐘𝐄𝐍 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈 𝐍𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 (𝐊𝐈𝐍) 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐀, 𝐍𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐈 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐀 ✨Akademi Sains Malaysia (ASM), rakan strategik I...
09/10/2026

✨ 𝐊𝐎𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐘𝐄𝐍 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈 𝐍𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 (𝐊𝐈𝐍) 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐀, 𝐍𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐈 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐀 ✨

Akademi Sains Malaysia (ASM), rakan strategik Institut Integriti Malaysia (IIM), menjemput anda menyertai KIN 2026 sempena Bulan Integriti Nasional 2026 bagi membincangkan isu dan cabaran integriti dalam pembangunan negara.

🗓️ Tarikh: 5 November 2026 (Khamis)
🕗 Masa: 8.00 pagi - 1.30 tengah hari
📍 Tempat: Pusat Konvensyen MBSA, Shah Alam

🔗 Daftar sekarang di https://portal.iim.gov.my/kin/ sebelum 21 Oktober 2026.

Ayuh bersama memperkukuh budaya integriti demi masa depan negara yang mampan dan berdaya saing! 🇲🇾

Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM) Council Member and Fellow, Professor Dato’ Dr Jafri Malin Abdullah FASc represented M...
08/10/2026

Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM) Council Member and Fellow, Professor Dato’ Dr Jafri Malin Abdullah FASc represented Malaysia through ASM at the 2026 Brain Days, held in conjunction with the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81).

As a panellist for the session “The New Wealth of Nations: Brain Economy Leadership in Action,” he shared Malaysia’s perspective on advancing brain health and the brain economy, highlighting national policies and initiatives alongside global experts exploring how brain capital can contribute to sustainable economic and societal development.

His participation brought Malaysia’s efforts and perspectives to the global conversationefforts into the global conversation on brain health, human capital and the emerging brain economy, while strengthening the country’s engagement with international partners in this growing field.

Watch his insights from the session here: https://youtu.be/0WXoM_QdXHg?si=aNh_m_faLf6ZPJ0H

Photo and video credit: European Brain Council

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