Reaping the fruits of her labour

Reading Time: 3 minutesLeaving the safe confines of a stable job in the finance industry, Elizabeth Lee tells DR MAHALETCHUMY ARUJANAN she found her Eldorado – growing pineapples in Pahang. IN THE TURBULENT TIMES of the COVID-19 crisis, where job opportunities were scarce and uncertainty loomed, one spirited graduate embarked on a journey that defied conventions – paving the way […]
Zero tolerance in methane emissions: A key step towards climate change mitigation

Reading Time: 3 minutesBY ISRA ABBASI AMIDST the global urgency to combat climate change, Malaysia stands at the crossroads. The question looms: Is achieving zero-tolerance towards methane emissions a realistic goal for the nation? Methane, a gas you can’t see or smell, is a major contributor to global warming. It’s responsible for nearly half of the one-degree increase in […]
Social enterprise alleviates water crisis in rural Malaysia

Reading Time: 2 minutes“I vividly remember witnessing a mother in the Gua Musang region who found herself having to feed her child contaminated water from the river. She resorted to mixing in tea leaves and coffee powder just to mask the unpleasant taste,” shared Chong Tee Lim, the co-founder, and chief marketing officer at Wateroam. In an exclusive interview with […]
Expert: Ignoring the biological health of mangrove systems can be disastrous

Reading Time: 2 minutesMangroves, often perceived as muddy and inconsequential zones, hold untold benefits for humanity, especially in ensuring food security,” said Professor Dr. Izwandy Idris in a compelling interview with The Petri Dish. “Rapid degradation or loss of mangroves puts our food source at risk. Preserving mangroves is essential for the overall health and resilience of our […]
Narrowing the chasm between science and society, thanks to Mitra

Reading Time: 2 minutesIn the realm of science communication, my duty extends beyond the mere transmission of facts; it’s about creating a vital connection between the intricate world of science and our society – a link crucial for the development of future innovators and thought leaders. As I navigate this path, I find myself at the intersection of […]