The Mind behind the Medal: Celebrating Hanzel’s Nobel Prize
On the 6th of October 2026, the Belgian-American physicist Francis Halzen received the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics. The principal investigator at the University of Wisconsin-Madison was awarded by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. The award was given in recognition of his contributions to the conceptualisation and construction of the IceCube Neutrino Observatory, and […]
From Veterinary Pathologist to Nation Builder: Tan Sri Omar Abdul Rahman’s Lifelong Mission
At 94, Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Omar Abdul Rahman still has something he wants to fix. After a career spanning veterinary science, university leadership and national science policy, his attention has turned to a challenge he considers fundamental to Malaysia’s future: how its people live together. His current passion is Rukun Negara and Harmoni-Mesra, an […]
Sparking STEM Passion Key to Malaysia’s High-Tech Future, Says Deputy Minister
Sparking STEM Passion Key to Malaysia’s High-Tech Future, Says Deputy Minister Cultivating a strong interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) among the younger generation is vital for Malaysia to achieve its ambition of becoming a high-tech nation by 2030, said Deputy Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Mohd Yusof Apdal. Speaking at a […]
Cambridge-Backed Assessment to Raise English Proficiency in Sarawak Schools
Cambridge-Backed Assessment to Raise English Proficiency in Sarawak Schools Sarawak will roll out a standardised Ujian Penilaian-Dual Language Programme (UP-DLP) assessment for Year 6 students this October, a move designed to strengthen English proficiency and align local education with global standards. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced the initiative recently during […]
Post-PhD: It Doesn’t Have to Be Academia
As Nelson Mandela once stated –“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Staying true to this statement, this notion has provided many of us with the driving force behind our pursuit for education; from a diploma, to an undergraduate degree, to a postgraduate degree. Often, an undergraduate degree […]
Malaysia’s First Scientist Inducted into UK’s Prestigious Royal Society
KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysian scientist Ravigadevi Sambanthamurthi has made history as the first Malaysian to be inducted into the Royal Society, the United Kingdom’s esteemed national academy of sciences. The Petaling Jaya-based scientific consultant with the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) is part of the Society’s latest cohort of global scientific pioneers, joining the ranks […]
From Bloopers to Breakthroughs: Science Communication strategies for Gene Editing
WHAT can gene editing experts learn from communicating genetic modification? What is the right strategy for public acceptance? These are just some of the questions answered in the chapter “Communicating Genome Editing: Editing the Bloopers from the Past Science Communication Strategies” authored by Dr Mahaletchumy Arujanan, ISAAA Global Coordinator and Executive Director of the Malaysian […]
Malaysia must sign at least eight protocols to use nuclear energy: Mosti
AT LEAST eight important protocols or conventions by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) need to be signed and ratified before Malaysia can explore generating electricity using nuclear energy. Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation (Mosti) Chang Lih Kang said the use of nuclear technology, particularly for energy generation, is governed by various international conventions […]
Uncovering the Past with Science: A conversation with Nasha Rodziadi Khaw
The world of archaeology has come a long way from the days of brush and trowel. Today, cutting-edge technologies such as DNA analysis, remote sensing, and artificial intelligence are reshaping how researchers decode history. Associate Professor Dr. Nasha Rodziadi Khaw, Deputy Director at the Centre for Global Archaeological Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia, is at the […]
Breaking Barriers: Women in STEM and the Scholarship That Empowers Them
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) has long been a male-dominated field, but women worldwide are breaking barriers and making groundbreaking contributions. Despite these advancements, systemic challenges persist, limiting their access to opportunities, funding, and leadership roles. Societal norms, cultural biases, and workplace policies continue to shape the gender imbalance in STEM. Addressing these issues […]