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-Newton-Ungku Omar Fund ASM carries out seven activities, in Programmes with Royal Society, British collaboration with three UK institutions. Academy and Royal Academy of EngineeringThe UK Government launched the Newton Fund The activities are: a) Advanced Fellowships:in 2014 and uses S&T partnership to promoteeconomic development and social welfare Programme with British Council Provide established international researchersof partner countries. This is done through Newton Researcher Links (Workshop Grants): with opportunities to develop researchpartnership whereby both countries invest Funding for organising a research workshop strengths and capabilities of their researchequally to the fund. Currently, there are 16 to stimulate initial links between, and groups through training, collaboration andpartnering countries. support capacity building among early career reciprocal visits with a partner in the UK. researchers in Malaysia and UK.In taking this opportunity, Malaysian f-actsheetGovernment partnered with UK Government f-actsheetsince 2015 as an initiative under the Science to Newton Advanced Fellowships forAction (S2A). Thus, the Newton Fund is known Newton Researcher Links Natural Sciencesas the Newton-Ungku Omar Fund in Malaysia.While ASM, MOE and MetMalaysia participates Grants up to £85,000/year Grants up to £111,000/yearas the delivery partner, MiGHT provides thematching fund required in its capacity as the 2nd call - 14 applications 1st call - 3 applicationsfunder. 6 recipients (1 application funded by 2 recipients (jointly funded by bothNUOF covers activities ranging from growing Malaysian Government & 5 applicationscapacities of the Malaysian science and Governments)innovation community through fellowships, funded by UK Government)mobility schemes and joint centres; forging Newton Advanced Fellowships forresearch collaborations on development topics; Social Sciences & Humanitiesand establishing innovation partners andchallenge funds to develop innovative solutions Grants up to £111,000/yearon development topics. 1st call - 4 applications 2nd call - 2 applications 4 recipients (jointly funded by both Governments) 150

b) Mobility Grants Programme with Medical Research H elp strengthen the research and innovation Council UK capacity of researchers by assisting them in Provide funding for 2-year collaborative visiting or sending staff and students to the research projects which focused on addressing UK. This initiative helps to develop networks, Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs) of research projects and partnerships with their relevance to Malaysia. UK hosts, counterparts and the wider UK research and innovation community. factsheet f-actsheet - Newton Mobility Grants for Natural Sciences UK-Malaysia Bilateral Medical and Health Research Collaboration Grants up to £18,000/year Grants of £2,000,000 for implementation of 1st call - 2 applications approved projects in 2017-2018 2nd call - 4 applications 1st call - 34 applications 3 recipients (jointly funded by both Governments) 12 recipients (9 applications are jointly funded by both UK and Malaysian Governments & 3 Newton Mobility Grants for Engineering (known as Newton Research Collaboration Programme) applications are funded by UK governments only) Grants up to £36,000/year 151 1st call - 5 applications 2nd call - 10 applications 4 recipients (jointly funded by both Governments) Newton Mobility Grants for Social Sciences and Humanities Grants up to £15,000/year 1st call - 8 applications 4 recipients (jointly funded by both Governments)

RecognitionRecognising our Scientific Minds agenda. Through TRSM, ASM recognises research scientists with outstanding contribution for the last 6 years. To date, ASM- has recognised 120 research scientists.Over the years, Malaysia has produced many outstanding This initiative aims to provide a platform for Malaysian researchscientists who has contributed greatly to the advancement scientists to lead national STI agenda and become role modelof scientific knowledge and delivered impactful research of excellence. They also serve as reference point in their area ofoutputs. TRSM serves as a database for us to gauge on a good expertise.whole spectrum of leading research scientists. In doing so,this enables us to identify Malaysian research scientists withpioneer mindset to move the country forward in an innovation-led economy and showcase them as drivers of the national STI TRSM 33 12 9 8 11 3recipientsaccording Engineering Chemical Biotechnology Biological Applied Sciences Physical Science Science Science & Technologies Science to fields:

Selection Criteria I-n BriefApplications will go through a stringent selection process througha standardised selection criteria and scoring mechanism. The main Eligibilitycriteria are as below: • The recognition is given to research scientists holding Malaysian• Knowledge generation• Knowledge dissemination citizenship and working in Malaysia whose outstanding• Impact of research output achievements in STI have been nationally and internationally recognised. f-actsheet • At the time of application, the candidate should be actively involved Registered User in research in the last 5 years with at least 10 years cumulative contribution towards the progress of STI. 3,581 user registered in the TRSM Database (2012-2016) • Public 272 • Applicant 3,209 • Administrator 6 957 user registered in the TRSM Database (2016) • Public 40 • Applicant 92 Input Data into the TRSM Database • 1 284 completed input data into the TRSM Database (2012-2016) • 453 completed input data into the TRSM Database (2016) • http://www.mytopscientists.org 16 7 15 3 1 2 Material Agricultural Medical & Forestry Information, Computer EnvironmentalTechnologies Sciences Health Sciences Science & Communication Sciences

GatewayYoung Scientists Network -factsheet- 20 new members selected 28 new affiliates nominated and selectedThe Young Scientists Network was established 18 new Exco members elected for term 2016/2017by ASM with the aim to create a pool of highly 9 working groups establishedtalented and motivated young scientists who To date YSN-ASM comprise of 73 members, 47can interact, coordinate and implement relevantSTI programmes. The young scientists can voice affiliatestheir opinion in a consolidated representation http://ysn-asm.org.my/on significant STI matters especially ininfluencing policy making through this network. 154Members of YSN-ASM are appointed by ASMCouncils from among outstanding youngscientists who have the capability to contributetowards strengthening the Malaysian scientificcommunity. Following are the activities carriedout by YSN-ASM:

Science Outreach Programmes Research Leadership Empowering Malaysian Young ScientistsYSN-ASM Science Outreach aims to nurture Under the Research Leadership Programme, YSN-ASM also focuses on training youngstudent’s interest in science via interactive YSN-ASM organises two activities namely the scientists in writing articles as a medium tolearning and attractive experiences as well as Young Investigator Award and Meet the Expert communicate their research, scientific workto promote science as the chosen future career. Session. The programme aims at promoting and knowledge and how it applies to the society. science excellence among young researchers This also allows them to share their scientific-In Brief apart from promoting the network to the research and channel constructive ideas towards scientific community. shaping the future of Malaysian scientificTransmission of Scientific Community - ecosystem.Indigenous people (Orang Asli) programme The Young Investigator Award is awarded19- 21 February, SMK Muhibbah, Sg Siput, Perak on a competitive basis as recognition to f-actsheet the outstanding work of young scientists.Whizz Kids Science Workshop Series I and II – Individuals competing for this award are Science Journalism II Workshop,Underprivileged kids programme and Science selected from among those who have presented 17 - 18 AprilTalk papers at selected conferences co-organised by7 May & 27 August, E den Handicap Service YSN-ASM. 15 participantsCentre, Penang & Rumah Kebajikan Seri Cahaya -In Brief 2 articles published in the mediaEnergy Explore Race11 May, SM Sains Kota Tinggi, Kota Tinggi, Johor IEEE 6th International Conference on Photonics, 2016 YSN-ASM Colloquium themed 14-16 March Maximise the impact!Karnival Creativity & Science 4U, Negeri Sabah 16 -18 December7- 18 May, Dewan Tun Hamdan, Tamparuli Sabah International Conference on Beneficial Microbes, 31 May-2 June 82 participantsKarnival Creativity & Science 4U, Negeri Johor29- 30 July, Kluang Mall, Johor 9th Regional Conference on Chemical Engineer New Exco members elected (RCCHe), 21- 22 NovemberKuala Lumpur Engineering Science Fair (KLESF) 2017 Calendar outlined4- 6 November, Mines International 29th Symposium of Malaysian ChemicalConvention Center Engineers, 1- 3 December International Meetings YSN-ASM has positioned itself internationally,Penang International Science Fair (PISF) Pan-Asian Biomedical Science Conference, participating in various meetings and workshops12- 13 November, SPICE Arena Penang 7 – 8 December under the purview of Global Young Academy (GYA). Two Meet the Expert Session were held as f-actsheet follows: 41 MSBMB Annual Scientific Meeting, 4 international meetings 17 – 18 August 1 workshop 9th Regional Conference on Chemical Engineer (RCCHe), 21- 22 November 155

Responsible Conduct of Research Apart from that, an education module is alsoAs science and professional practice develop, being developed by YSN-ASM in collaborationquestions are raised on the rightness with Akademi Kepimpinan Pendidikan Tinggiand wrongness (ethical dilemmas) in the (AKEPT) and MOHE through a series ofway knowledge is generated, validated, consultative workshop called “RCR Malaysiandisseminated and utilised. Life is difficult Educational Institute”. The module aims tofor those who choose to be ethical as they train certified trainers for RCR through activemay need to do extra work and walk extra learning pedagogy.mile. Ethical principles are aimed to allay orsolve ethical dilemmas, providing guidance -factsheetto scientists and professionals and protectingthe rights and safety of subjects. Bioethics, Awareness workshop in Universiti Malaysiaagroethics, business ethics, ecoethics, Sarawak (UNIMAS)technoethics, and roboethics are among the 27 - 28 of Aprilexamples of applied ethics. Workshop topics include Research Misconduct, Authorship & Publication, Collaborative Science,In Malaysia, issues of ethics and integrity and Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC).are being addressed by MOHE through theMalaysian Education Blueprint (2015-2025) 6 facilitators conducted the workshopand also by Science Advisor’s Office to thePrime Minister through the Malaysia Code 19 participantsResponsible Conduct of Research (MCRCR). RCR Education Module developmentYSN-ASM champions the RCR initiative in 19 - 23 SeptemberMalaysia to encourage research integrity amongscientists as well as ensuring credible and 44 participantsaccurate communication of research outputto the public. This is important to instil publicconfidence in Malaysian research. Therefore,awareness workshop is conducted by YSN-ASMin local universities since 2015.156

Mahathir Science Award Foundation - -In Brief Visit of Directors of Moroccan TeachersChampioning Tropical Science Training School (Ecole Normale Supérieure)The Mahathir Science Award Foundation MSA Lecture Series to Malaysia(MSAF) was established in 2010 to manage and Post COP21: Translating the Paris Agreement ASM and the Hassan II Academy of Science andadminister the Mahathir Science Award. through Strategic Investment in Science and Technology (AHIIST) have been collaborating Technology by Emeritus Professor Lord Julian since 2010 in this inter-academy knowledgeThe Foundation recognises researchers who Hunt, a Trustee of the Foundation. exchange programme. Through thishave conducted significant research and studies 8 March programme, science educators and governmentcontributing to new knowledge in solving officials of both countries has the opportunityproblems in the tropics, with demonstrable MSA Laureate Week to learn from each other on teachingevidence of significant socio-economic impact Presentation Ceremony of MSA methodologies, education systems, curriculumand contribution to policy and governance 26 October development and STEM awareness programme.leading to sustainable improvement to qualityof life. Intellectual Discourse As a continuation of this partnership, ASM Magnifying the Impact of Science received a delegation of officials from MoroccanThe 2015 MSA was awarded to Dr Rita Colwell 27 October Teachers Training School (Ecole Normaleunder the Tropical Medicine category for her Supérieure) led by Professor Mohammedbreakthrough achievement in developing the Public Lecture Belaïche from AHIIST.ground-breaking research, innovations and Beyond the Lab: Breaking New Grounddecades of scientific leadership. She also 28 October I-n Briefdefined our current understanding of ecologyof infectious diseases and developing the use f-actsheet Institutions visited:of advanced technologies to halt their spread. • Institute of Teacher Education - TechnicalShe is the first woman to receive the award. 192 nominations received from 30 countriesDr Colwell holds a BSc in Bacteriology and an Education Campus, Negeri SembilanMSc in Genetics, from Purdue University, and (2005 – 2016) • Institute of Teacher Education - Malay Womena PhD in Oceanography from the University ofWashington. 10 awardees to date, with total prize worth Teachers Education Campus, Melaka RM2,000,000 • Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI)Prior to the award presentation ceremony, • Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM)MSAF organised Laureate Week as a medium 2016 MSA Winner was announced in March • P usat Permata Insanfor Dr Colwell to share her expertise and • SK Bandar Baru Bangiknowledge with audience of all level. Dr Colwell Prize : USD100,000.00, a gold medal and a • SM Agama Persekutuan Kajanginspired many young scientists during theintellectual discourse. certificateApart from the Laureate Week, MSAF alsoorganised MSA Lecture Series which focusedon discussing pressing issues on science in thetropics. 157

The International Science, Technology and ISTIC was able to add its strategic partnersInnovation Centre for South-south Cooperation through MOU with National Institute of ScienceThe International Science, Technology and Technology and Innovation (NISTI), Seychelles;Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation Centre for Science and Technology of Non-under the Auspicious of UNESCO (ISTIC) Aligned and Other Developing Countries (NAMcontinues to execute its programmes towards S&T Centre), India; and Isfahan Regional Centerachieving its primary objective which is the for Technology Incubators and Science Parkcapacity building in STI management for Development (IRIS), Iran.developing countries. This involves facilitatingthe integration of a developmental approach -In Briefinto national STI policies, capacity building inS&T, creating a network of centres of excellence SDG 4 – ensure inclusive and quality educationas well as supporting knowledge exchange. for all and promote life-long learningISTIC organised a number of capacity SDG 5 – achieve gender equality and empowerbuilding programme focused on integrated all women and girlsSTI governance system, technopreneurship,developing women leaders in STI, maintenance f-actsheetof infrastructure, STI policy and governance, aswell as teaching and learning science through ISTIC is a United Nations Educational, Scientific andIBSE. These programmes are in line with the Cultural Organization (UNESCO) category II Centre.Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 4 and 5. This year, ISTIC collaborated with 23 organisations.ISTIC organised a one-day event on ISTIC implements 8 capacity building programmes“Embracing the Future: Improving Quality of benefitting 356 participants from 49 countries.Science Instruction in Schools” at UNESCOHeadquarters, Paris, France. This event ISTIC’s programmes benefited 34.3% of G77discussed on, IBSE as an innovative pedagogy member countries, which comprises 46 countriesthat encourages pupil to use their inquiring out of total 134 members.minds and develop thinking skills. This methodinvolves questioning, making hypothesis,investigating, discovering, seeking solutions andcommunicating effectively. It was co-officiatedby UNESCO Director-General, HE Irina Bokovaand Malaysian Minister of Education, YB Dato’Seri Mahdzir Khalid. 158

ICSU Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific This year, ICSU ROAP embarks on the development of a new programme onIt has been another exciting and productive year at the ICSU Regional Office epigenetics. This newly constituted Science Planning Group on Epigeneticsfor Asia and the Pacific (ICSU ROAP). Its role in the development of Future met for the first time in Kuala Lumpur in October to develop a science planEarth continues to flourish with the development of the Sustainability on epigenetics and its relations to urban health in Asia and the Pacific. TheInitiative in the Marginal Seas of South and East Asia (SIMSEA) programme. Plan will review the epigenetic landscape in urban health, document whatAmong ICSU’s achievements are the establishment of the UMS SIMSEA is known about triggers and epigenetic modifications, identify emergingResearch Node and organising the SIMSEA Regional Symposium in October research areas, including research on genetic products change, biochemicalin Manila. pathways and their relations to diseases in rapidly expanding urban populations.This year marks the end of the funding support from ICSU for theprogramme and the hosting of the SIMSEA Regional Office. Being one of In governance, ICSU ROAP held two meetings of its Regional CommitteeROAP’s main contributions to the growth of Future Earth in Asia, SIMSEA for Asia and the Pacific (RCAP), one in Seoul, South Korea and the other inis recognised as a Future Earth activity in the region and will play a bigger Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. During the meeting in Kota Kinabalu, as part of itsrole in the development of the Future Earth Oceans Knowledge – Action programme to interact with scientists in the local area, ICSU ROAP organisedNetworks (OCEANS KAN). Another milestone in the development of Future a short seminar with Sabah Parks.Earth in Asia is the launch of Future Earth Korea in April. ICSU ROAP wasinstrumental in the move towards the establishment of Future Earth Korea, This year also marks the end of ICSU ROAP’s agreement with thehaving laid the groundwork for its development during the 5th ICSU ROAP Government of Malaysia in September. The process of contract renewal isRegional Consultation in Asia and the Pacific in November 2013. currently on-going. Also stepping down at the end of the year is Professor Emeritus Dr Mohd Nordin Hasan FASc the Founding Director of ICSU ROAP,The highlight of ICSU ROAP’s work in hazards and disasters was the 5th who has served the Office since 2006.The office is looking forward to greaterInternational Workshop on Psychological Intervention after Disasters (PIAD) success in the coming years and will continue to fulfil its commitment inthat was held in Manila in November. This workshop is the 5th in a series strengthening international science for the benefit of the society.of similar workshops dealing with psychological research and practiceconcerning disasters and how people and communities deal with the effectsof disasters on their biopsychosocial well-being. It is organised by ICSUROAP on behalf of the International Union of Psychological Science (IUPsyS),funded by the international programme of Integrated Research on DisasterRisk of the International Center of Excellence (IRDR ICOE) in Taipei, IUPsyS,and the United Nations University International Institute for Global Health.It is hosted by the Department of Psychology, University of the Philippines,Diliman with additional support from the Psychological Association of thePhilippines (PAP), the Center of Applied Development Science (CADS),University of Jena, and the Chinese Psychological Society (CPS). 159

ConsortiumNational Science National Centre for Particle Physics three-day workshop that serves as a training ground for candidates of the CERN Summer-Consortium National Centre for Particle Physics (NCPP) Student Programme (CSSP) to prepare is hosted by UM since 2013. The consortium themselves with further understanding andNational Science Consortium champions is overseen by a Joint Steering Committee deeper knowledge on nuclear and particlenational concerted effort in STI strategic between ASM and UM. NCPP is currently physics. The workshop serves as an avenueareas. The consortium aims to be a centralised managing research, transfer of technology where CSSP applicants will be evaluatednational research centre which becomes a focal and talent development through international based on their suitability, competence,point for inter-institutional and international collaboration with CERN in Switzerland, interest level and commitment. Shortlistedcollaboration. Deutsch Elektronen-Synchrotron (DESY) in candidates will then go through the selection German, High Energy Accelerator Research panel and only one best student will join the Organization (KEK) in Japan and COMET CSSP. Experiment in Osaka University, Japan. This year, a total of eight students were attached In addition, other activities were also with CERN, Osaka University and KEK. conducted such as weekly classes, monthly talks and outreach programme. A major activity under NCPP is the National School for Particle Physics (NSPP). NSPP is a 160

-factsheet Malaysia Institute for Innovative NanotechnologyPersonnel at NCPP NanoMITe, as one of the consortiums initiated2 Professors by ASM in collaboration with MOHE and UTM,4 Visiting Fellows continues to ace high impact nanotechnology1 Research Fellow research of different domains. This consortium1 Senior Lecturer provides a platform for global collaborative2 Research Officers research to develop and strengthen the9 PhDs and 11 MScs nanotechnology-enabled solution to address issues of poverty, lack of clean water supply, low agricultural efficiency, expensive medical diagnostic & treatment and many more. Currently, 19 projects are ongoing under the leadership of five project leaders, in the area of Energy; Wellness, Medical and Healthcare; Food and Agriculture; Electronics, Devices and Systems; and Environment. The NanoMITe projects are funded by MOHE and expected to be completed by 2020. Progress of these projects was presented and deliberated at the Annual NanoMITe Symposium. 161

ForaInternational Conference on hunger, and countering climate change are strengthening global peace. His Royal Highness examples of what science can do for the world. Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah, Sultan of-Science for Peace Perak officiated the conference and delivered However, scientists alone cannot make it the keynote address which set the tone of theEvery day we are confronted with the same sad happen; economists, social scientists, and conference. He urged the use of STI for peacenews: violence, crime, war, and disasters. War humanities need to cooperate as well to and not war in addressing the seven basichas been the primary means by which nations realise the impact through the quadruple human needs for security. One of the solutionshave settled disputes throughout history. In helix of government, academia, industry and he proposed is through socio-economicthe modern warfare, nations worldwide are community. Thus, this conference aims to approaches to address mass unemploymentinvesting heavily on developing sophisticated facilitate a much needed discourse among due to advancement in robotics. HRH Sultanand destructive military hardware empowered relevant stakeholders on the role of STI in Nazrin recommended that STI talents canby STI. It is time for the science community forging global peace. contribute to the peace agenda through moreto take a stand to prioritise R&D for peaceful dialogues and engagement with stakeholdersmeans. The International Conference on Science for using Science Diplomacy via education, Peace themed “More for Peace, Less for War” communication and engagement.S&T have worked wonders in many fields, but is premised upon channelling resources andthe basic human problems remain. Somehow, human capital to prioritise STI in nurturing andthis material advancement is not sufficient aswe have not yet succeeded in bringing peace 162and stability to the world. Disarmament,alleviating poverty, fighting diseases and

The conference focus areas were: Arrival of HRH Sultan Nazrin Muizzudin Shah at• Mitigating Climate Change Risk the International Conference on Science for Peace• Addressing Ideology, Geopolitics and Security• F orging Peace through Economics, Poverty received by ASM President and YB Minister STI. Alleviation and Inclusivity• B uilding Awareness and Consensus through Conventions, Policies, Education and CommunicationWay Forward in nurturing and strengtheningglobal peace:• S TI can create a bigger impact through collaboration and partnership with good governance and a concerted effort.• W e must make deliberate choices and take purposeful actions to navigate scientific and technological progress towards forging the agenda of peace.• W e must transcend conventional boundaries and adopt a more collaborative and value- oriented approaches to global governance and its challenges. Transformative thinking, integrated planning and synergistic action are required to achieve this.• W e must empower and engage youth in the science for peace agenda in order to shape their skillset and mindset to become active contributors in solving humanity’s grand challenges.• S TI talent to contribute to the peace agenda through more dialogues and engagement with stakeholders using Science Diplomacy via education, communication and engagement. -factsheet 5-16 August, Kuala Lumpur 4 panel sessions moderated by 4 moderators 18 panellists 160 participants 163

ICT-Bio Asia Workshop -factsheet- Over 90 proposals receivedICT-Bio Asia network is an initiative by French 11 speakers and 14 poster presentationsGovernment established to highlight French andAsian expertise in the chosen themes. It offers 200 participants from 10 countriesa platform to foster multilateral cooperationopportunities between host country and The workshop was one of the flagshipparticipating countries. programmes of the 2016 French Festival.In 2016, ASM and the French Government The 3rd Series of thecollaborated to organise the ICT-Bio Asia Australia-Malaysia ResearchWorkshop. The workshop themes were Biomassand Renewable Energies, Cybersecurity, -SeminarGreen Smart Cities and Health & Wellbeing.Researchers, policy makers and industry The Australia-Malaysia Research Seminarcaptains from both France and Asian region Series organised by the Australian Highattended the workshop. Participants of the Commission brings together researchersworkshop had the opportunity to pitch for and participants in the field of environmentalcollaborative research grants worth €200,000. science to share their knowledge and expertise, as well as to discuss climateASM and the French Government further change issues. The 3rd series for 2016 wasestablished a stronger partnership, particularly a collaborative effort by ASM, UM and thein developing high-level scientific network Australian High Commission. The seminarbetween France and Asia in the fields of was themed “Climate change and its impactInformation and Communication Technologies on Ecosystems and Bioresources”.studies and biology-related studies. A letter ofintent between ASM and the French Ministry of -factsheetForeign Affairs and International Developmentthrough the Embassy of France in Malaysia 3 speakerswas signed to recognise ASM as a full-fledgepartner of ICT-Asia and Bio-Asia programmes. 100 participants164

Bridging Science withIndustry-The emerging technology continues toinfluence and change the global economy.Disruptive technologies are now a majorconcern of the existing industries andmarkets. Industries need to apply newknowledge and technology to add value inorder to sustain their businesses. This bringsto a greater need for smart partnershipbetween the quadruple helix players namelygovernment-industry-research institution-academia.Addressing this need, ASM organisedannual forum aimed to connect and initiatecollaborative network among scientificcommunity and industry players. As such, twoforums were organised focusing on GreenTechnology and ICT & Biotechnology industry.-factsheetForum on Green Technology19 May, Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM)20 participantsForum on ICT/ Biotechnology17 November, ASM26 participants 165

Gatherings Knowledgegenerationoftencomesfromgatheringof mindstoenablelearning,networking,content-creation andsharing.ASMhostedvariousintellectualdiscourses throughouttheyearandtodateithasbeenveryreceptive in achieving our objectives. 9th General Assembly: Keynote Address by YB Datuk Seri Panglima Wilfred Madius Tangau -National STI Masterplan Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Based on the findings from ASM’s Science Outlook 2015 report, there is a dire need ‘Development of STI Talent through a to have a tool to synergise all STI-related Holistic Approach’ policies in order to crystalise the national Professor Datuk Dr Asma Ismail FASc STI agenda for nation building and Vice President, ASM economic development. Thus, National Science Council decided to formulate a ‘New Economic Areas and Financial National STI Masterplan. Systems to Support STI Development’ Liew Siew Lee The National STI Masterplan will serve Director, Manufacturing Industry, as an overarching Strategic Plan for STI S&T Section, EPU in the nation over the long-term beyond 2020. This is to support the implementation ‘Synergising STI Policies and Management’ of all policies that are related to STI and Dato’ Dr Mohd Azhar Hj Yahaya essential to ensure Malaysia leverages on Deputy Secretary General (Policy), MOSTI STI opportunities to achieve sustainable economic growth. ‘Enhancing Collaboration: Forging the Quadruple Helix of Government – The following topics were deliberated at the Academia – Industry – Community’ 9th General Assembly held on 30 April: Academician Emeritus Professor Tan Sri Dr Zakri Abdul Hamid FASc Science Advisor to the Prime Minister of Malaysia Moderated by Syed Farradino Omar 166

10th General Assembly: Ethics -IdeaXchangeand Responsible Conduct of This is a platform for scientific community-Research especially ASM Members to exchange ideas, discuss interdisciplinary matters and debateEthics and RCR has been much debated, on STI topical issues. The following topics werenot only in this country but globally. With discussed:growing public support for research, there isan understandable concern about the way it I-n Briefis conducted. ASM is championing RCR anddeveloping guidelines to be implemented by 22nd IdeaXchange: STI Implication onresearchers in IHLs and RIs. Trans-Pacific PartnershipThe following topics were deliberated at the 15 February10th General Assembly held on 24 September: • Harjit Kaur, Strategic Negotiations Division,Current RCR status in Malaysian Institute of MITIHigher LearningAssociate Professor Dr Norhayati Mohamed • Shaharul Sadri Alwi, Director ofDirector, Programme Management Office, Accreditation, Department of StandardsMOHE MalaysiaMalaysian Code of Responsible Conduct of 23rd IdeaXchange: National Internet of ThingsResearch (MCRCR) (IoT) RoadmapSenior Profesor Dato’ Dr Khalid Yusoff FAScChairman, Malaysian Code of Responsible 25 JulyConduct of Research • Ahmad Helmi Abdul HalimGlobal and Islamic Worldview on Ethics Senior Director, Technology & MarketProfessor Dato’ Dr Abu Bakar Abdul Majeed Portfolio, MIMOS BerhadChairman, the National Bioethics CouncilMalaysiaRCR Education ModuleDr Chau De MingCo-chairman, YSN-ASM RCR ProgrammeResearcher Perspective on RCRProfessor Dr Raymond Ooi Chong Heng FAScDepartment of Physics, UM 167

Membership Governance and -Membership Senior Fellows ASM Council appoints Senior Fellows from ASM is governed by a Council of 16 Fellows, among Fellows of the Academy. Senior with 15 members elected at Annual General Fellows, who are entitled to be addressed Meeting while President is appointed by as an Academician, are recognised for SPB Yang di-Pertuan Agong. Council is their outstanding individual contributions responsible to provide leadership and and leadership, both nationally and policy direction meets at least five times internationally as well as to the Academy. a year. Executive Committee advices ASM management on day-to-day operation and Fellows meets four to five times a year. Finance ASM Fellowship is awarded to individuals Committee is responsible to look into of exceptional merit and distinction management of ASM funds and overall representing the field of SET. Each year, financial performance of ASM meets at least Fellows of ASM identify highly distinguished four times a year. Malaysian and nominates them for consideration as a Fellow. Fellowship is The 21st Annual General Meeting of ASM awarded based on the stringent selection held on 30 April gathered 104 ASM Fellows. process in six different disciplines; and The meeting approved the 2015 Annual membership is for life. Report, the financial statements (ending 31 December 2015) and appointed external factsheet auditors for ASM. ASM Council members for the term 2016 – 2018 and new Fellows were - also elected. The newly appointed Senior Fellow was also announced during this Total appointed Fellows: 334 meeting. Current number of Fellows: 301 Honorary Fellows This is a recognition given to an individual Senior Fellows: 27 who has been instrumental in the nation’s STI development. Honorary Fellow is elected Male: 82% (247) from such persons, not being a Fellow, who have made or are making a distinguished Female: 18% (54) contribution to the practice of science, engineering or technology which will benefit or will be able to contribute to the work of ASM. 168

-In Brief -In Brief 25 new Fellows were elected at the 21st AGM, held on 30 April and one Senior Fellow was The newly elected Fellows are encouraged to deliver appointed for the year 2016. They were conferred at the Conferment Ceremony held on Fellows Lecture within their field of expertise to the public 13 December. and scientific community.2016 Senior Fellow Biological, Agricultural and 2016 Fellows’ Lecture:ASM conferred the Academician Emerita Environmental Sciences • Haemoglobin Disorders in a Multiracial Population:Professor Datuk Dr Mazlan Othman • P rofessor Dr Ahmad Ismail FAScFASc, in recognition of her contributions • D r Ahmad Parveez Ghulam Kadir FASc Challenges in Diagnosis by Professor Dr Mary Annein pioneering the field of astrophysics as • D r Chow Keng See FASc Tan Jin Ai FASc, 11 August, UMwell as the development of space science • P rofessor Dr Mohd Ali Hassan FAScin Malaysia. • D r Rajinder Singh • Mobile Cloud Computing: Leveraging Capability for Value Creation by Professor Dr Abdullah Gani FASc,2016 Fellows Harminder Singh FASc 26 October, UMMedical and Health Sciences• P rofessor Dato’ Dr Balwant Singh Mathematics, Physics and Earth • Heterocycles: From Fluorogenic to Bioactive Sciences Compounds by Professor Dr Zanariah Abdullah FASc, Gendeh FASc • P rofessor Dr Ramesh T. 25 November, UM• Professor Dr Lee Way Seah FASc• Professor Dr Mary Anne Tan Jin Ai FASc Subramaniam FASc • Innovative Developments in GaN-BASED Technology• P rofessor Dr Wan Ariffin Abdullah FASc • P rofessor Dr Zainuriah Hassan FASc by Professor Dr Zainuriah Hassan FASc, 7 December, USMEngineering and Computer Sciences Chemical Sciences• P rofessor Dr Abdullah Gani FASc • P rofessor Dr Md Pauzi Abdullah FASc • P olymer Electrolyte: A New Hope by Professor Dr• P rofessor Dr Borhanuddin • P rofessor Dr Mohd Kamal Harun FASc Ramesh T. Subramaniam FASc, 14 December, UM • P rofessor Dr Wan Ahmad Kamil Che Mohd Ali FASc Associates• D ato’ Ir Lim Chow Hock FASc Mahmood FASc The increasing interdisciplinary nature of knowledge• P rofessor Dato’ Ir Dr Mahyuddin • P rofessor Dr Zanariah Abdullah FASc demands expert from various fields, ranging from science to social sciences. Thus, to further enhance the role of Ramli FASc Science & Technology Development and ASM as a think tank for the government, ASM extends its• P rofessor Dr Mohamed Ibrahim Abdul Industry membership to include Associates category since 2010. • D r Ahmad Hezri Adnan FASc Associates are appointed by ASM Council for a two-year Mutalib FASc • P rofessor Dato’ Dr Aishah Bidin FASc term. Associate contributes their expertise through ASM• Professor Dr –Ing Ir Renuganth • D ato’ Dr Sharifah Maimunah working committees and programmes. At the end of 2016, the Academy comprised of 29 Associates. Varatharajoo FASc Syed Zin FASc• P rofessor Dr Zainab Abu Bakar FASc 169

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Dr Ahmed H. Zewail(26 February 1946 – 2 August 2016)- He was among the ‘Top American Leaders Award’ recipients from TheDr Ahmed H. Zewail was known as the ‘father of femtochemistry’. He wasthe recipient of the 1999 Nobel Prize in chemistry for his studies of the Washington Post and Harvard University. In 2009, President Barack Obamatransition states of chemical reactions using femtosecond spectroscopy. appointed him as a member to the Council of Advisors on Science andHe made observations of atoms in motion on the femtosecond (10–15 Technology. In the same year, he was named the first U.S. Science Envoy tosecond) time scale possible. This led to the establishment of the discipline of the Middle East. Subsequently, the Secretary General of the United Nations‘Femtochemistry’ and its related fields. Ban Ki-moon invited Dr Zewail to join the UN Scientific Advisory Board. In Egypt, he served in the Council of Advisors to the President.Ahmed Zewail, an Egyptian-American was born in Damanhur, Egypt. Hecompleted his bachelor and master degrees at Alexandria University, and Dr Ahmed Zewail has published more than 600 articles and 14 books. He isreceived a PhD from the University of Pennsylvania. After completing his known for his effective public lectures and writings, not only in science butdoctorate in 1974, Dr Zewail worked at the University of California, Berkeley. also in global affairs.He was appointed as a Professor at the California Institute of Technology(Caltech) in 1976. He continued to serve Caltech for four decades. He was the Ahmad Zewail was appointed as ASM Honorary Fellow in 2006. He has beenLinus Pauling Chair Professor of Chemistry, Professor of Physics, and the connected with ASM since 2002 when he addressed the Malaysian scientificDirector of the Physical Biology Center for Ultrafast Science and Technology community at an event organised by ASM. Since then, he has remained closeat Caltech. in communication with ASM. He has contributed his thought and view on ASM reports and activities. He has also served as the international panel toFor his contributions to science and public service, Dr Zewail has garnered review the shortlisted nominees of Mahathir Science Award. ASM was alsohonours from around the world. Fifty Honorary Degrees in the sciences, privileged to translate and publish Ahmed Zewail’s book ‘Voyage Througharts, philosophy, law, medicine, and humane letters have been conferred Time’ into Bahasa Malaysia: ‘Pengembaraan Merentasi Masa’, adding to theon him. He has been decorated with Orders of State and Merit, and 14 editions and languages in which it is already available.Postage stamps have been issued in commemoration of his contributionsto science and humanity. He received numerous international prizes and Dr Zewail’s contributions have brought about a revolution in chemistry andawards, including the Albert Einstein World Award, Benjamin Franklin adjacent sciences, since it allows us to understand and predict importantMedal, Leonardo da Vinci Award and Wolf Prize. In his name, international reactions. He has left a lasting legacy. His absence will be greatly missed andprizes have been established in Amsterdam, Cairo, Detroit, Trieste, and contributions fondly remembered.Washington (DC). In Cairo, the Ahmed Zewail Foundation provides supportfor dissemination of knowledge and awards in arts and sciences. In 2011,the Egyptian government established ‘Zewail City of Science and Technology’as the national project for scientific renaissance, and Dr Zewail became thefounding Chairman of the Board of Trustees. 171

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Tan Sri Dato’ IrAbu Zarim Hj Omar FASc(26 January 1924 – 30 July 2016)- In recognition of his outstanding contributions, he was conferred theTan Sri Dato’ Ir Haji Abu Zarim Hj Omar FASc dedicated his life towards honorary degrees of Doctor of Technology by Loughborough Universityproviding better and quality life to society. He was an exceptional leader. of Technology in 1999 and Doctor of Engineering by the Universiti TenagaThese capabilities were shown in his various capacities in public and private Nasional (UNITEN) in 2000. He held an Honorary Fellowship of IEM,offices. Fellowship of the Institution of Electrical Engineers, UK and Fellowship of the Association of Electrical Supply Industries of East Asia and Pacific (AESIEAP).The 31 August 1957 was the beginning of Malayanisation. In order tomaterialise the success of Malayanisation, more local engineers and Tan Sri Abu Zarim sat on the boards of several private limited companies.technocrats were needed in this demanding field to replace expatriates in the He was the Chairman of the Malaysian National Committee of the WorldLembaga Letrik Negara (LLN) Board. Hence, in 1951, Tan Sri Abu Zarim was Energy Conference (WEC) from 1974 to 1984, Vice-Chairman of Internationalamong three local Shift Engineers left for training in the British Electrical Executive Council of WEC from 1980 to 1982 and Permanent HonoraryAuthority, United Kingdom to acquire professional qualifications relevant to Vice-Chairman of WEC. Tan Sri Abu Zarim has been instrumental in thethe LLN’s needs. development and progress of UNITEN where he served as Pro-Chancellor from 2005 to 2015.During his tenure at LLN, which now known as Tenaga Nasional Berhad(TNB), he contributed outstanding service to Malaysia in developing power Tan Sri Abu Zarim is a role model and inspiration to many successfulgeneration capable of meeting industrialisation needs of the country. He engineers. His compassion and dedication will be truly missed.also pioneered in the establishment of Institut Latihan Sultan Ahmad Shah(ILSAS).Tan Sri Abu Zarim was a Founding Fellow of ASM. He was also one of theearliest members of the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) and electedas the President of IEM from 1970-1972. He was instrumental in the adoptionof the term “Ir” for Ingenieur used in Malaysia. He was a founding member ofthe Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM). 173

Giving Endownment Fund Donation Categoriesto Science Since its establishment, ASM has been taking i. Supporter – less than RM1,000 the lead in championing flagship programme ii. Donor - RM1,000 to RM9,999 related to STEM benefiting students, youth iii. Benefactor - RM10,000 to RM 29,999 and scientists. At ASM, we believe that, for a iv. Major Donor : sustained growth of SET, we must seek the support of funds beyond the government. Level 1 – RM30,000 to RM49,999 Contribution from individuals and the corporate Level 2 – RM50,000 to RM99,999 sectors are essential to ensure that there Level 3 – RM100,000 to RM149,999 is sufficient support for STEM. ASM Council Level 4 – RM150,000 to RM199,999 has therefore, decided to launch the ASM Level 5 – RM200,000 to RM249,999 Endowment Fund which will encourage Level 6 – RM250,000 to RM299,999 Malaysians to start giving to science. v. Patron : Level 1 – RM300,000 to RM399,999 The Fund begins with a call for commitment Level 2 – RM400,000 to RM499,999 from among scientists as they know the true vi. Governor – RM500,000 to RM999,999 value of science and deeply understand the vii. Trustee – RM1 million and above importance of it for the nation’s development. viii. N amed Recognitions - the programme is Scientists as the ambassadors could drive named after the donors’ name with donation the message home to the non-scientists and more than RM2 million. Donor will receive a corporate sectors for a greater impact. It is certificate. hoped that this act of contributing for the development of STEM will one day become a All donations given to ASM are tax-exempted. trend among community. -In Brief The Fund’s unique set up allows donors to accumulate their contribution over the years Donors as of 31 December are: and move up the ladder of recognition. ASM Benefactor Council agrees for donors to be recognised Academician Professor Emerita Datuk each year with activities carried out under the Dr Mazlan Othman FASc Fund to be reported. Donor Programmes under the Fund will be carried out Dato’ Ir Dr Gue See Sew FASc in line with ASM’s vision and mission. However, donors can determine the purpose and usage Supporter of their donations within the common goals of Seetha Ramasamy both parties. To begin with, it was proposed that the Fund supports activities, but not limited to, R&D, awareness and promotion, scholarships, fellowships, awards, and mentor-mentee programme. 174

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Ahli MajlisCouncil Members (2016 - 2017)2016-2017 Tan Sri Datuk Ir YM Tengku Datuk Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FASc Dr Mohd Azzman Shariffadeen FASc President Vice-President 2010 – 2016 2016 – 2018 Mathematics, Physics and Earth Sciences Engineering and Computer Sciences Academician Tan Sri Dato’ Ir Emeritus Professor Dato’ Dr Mohamed Mahyuddin Mohd Dahan FASc Dr Hj Ahmad Zaidee Laidin FASc Honorary Treasurer Secretary General 2015 – 2017 2015 – 2017 Biological, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Engineering and Computer Sciences 176

Ahli MajlisCouncil Members (2016 - 2017)Professor Dato’ Ir Professor Ir Dr Ahmad Faizal Professor Datin Paduka 2016-2017Dr A. Bakar Jaafar FASc Mohd Zain FASc Dr Aini Ideris FASc2016 - 2018 2016 - 2018 2015 - 2017Engineering and Engineering and Biological, Agricultural andComputer Sciences Computer Sciences Environmental SciencesProfessor Dr Awg Bulgiba Ir Choo Kok Beng FASc Academician Professor Dato’Awg Mahmud FASc Dr Khairul Anuar Abdullah FASc 2016 - 20172016 - 2018 Science & Technology Development 2015 – 2017Medical and Health Sciences and Industry Medical and Health SciencesSenior Professor Dato’ Professor Datin Paduka Academician DistinguishedDr Khalid Yusoff FASc Dr Khatijah Yusoff FASc Professor Datuk Dr Looi Lai Meng FASc2015 – 2017 2016 - 2018Medical and Health Sciences Biological, Agricultural and 2015 – 2017 Environmental Sciences Medical and Health SciencesAcademician EmeritaProfessor Datuk Professor Dato’ Professor DatukDr Mazlan Othman FASc Dr Rahmah Mohamed FASc Dr Sukiman Sarmani FASc2015 – 2017 2016 - 2018 2015 – 2017Science & Technology Development Biological, Agricultural and Chemical Sciencesand Industry Environmental Sciences 177

JAWATANKUASA KERJA DAN BADAN BERTINDAK WORKING COMMITTEES AND TASK FORCESKUMPULAN DISIPLIN ASMASM DISCIPLINE GROUPSSains Perubatan dan Kesihatan Sains Biologi, Pertanian dan Alam Sekitar Sains KimiaMedical and Health Sciences Biological, Agricultural and Environmental Chemical SciencesAcademician Professor Dato’ Dr Khairul Anuar Sciences Dato’ Dr Laily Din FASc (Chairperson)Abdullah FASc (Chairperson) Dr Helen Nair FASc (Chairperson) Dr Lee Chnoong Kheng FASc (Alternate Chair)Professor Dr Awg Bulgiba Awg Mahmud FASc Professor Dato’ Dr Mohamed Shariff Mohamed(Alternate Chair) Din FASc (Alternate Chair) Pembangunan Sains & Teknologi dan Industri Science & Technology Development and IndustryKejuruteraan dan Sains Komputer Matematik, Fizik dan Sains Bumi Dato’ Ir (Dr) Andy Seo Kian Haw FAScEngineering and Computer Sciences Mathematics, Physics and Earth Sciences (Chairperson)Dr Mohamed Awang Lah FASc (Chairperson) Academician Professor Dato’ Ir Dr Chuah Hean Ir Choo Kok Beng FASc (Alternate Chair)Datuk Ir Dr Ow Chee Sheng FASc (Alternate Chair) Teik FASc (Chairperson) Professor Dato’ Dr Rosihan Mohamed Ali FASc (Alternate Chair) 178

JAWATANKUASA KERJA PENGURUSAN& PERKHIDMATAN ASMASM MANAGEMENT & SERVICES WORKINGCOMMITTEESJawatankuasa Kewangan dan Pelaburan Jawatankuasa Penerbitan Jawatankuasa Bangunan ASMFinance and Investment Committee Publication Committee ASM Building CommitteeEmeritus Professor Dato’ Academician Tan Sri Dato’ Emeritus Professor Dato’ Dr MohamedDr Mohamed Mahyuddin Mohd Dahan FASc Ir Ahmad Zaidee Laidin FASc Mahyuddin Mohd Dahan FASc(Bendahari Kehormat / Honorary Treasurer) (Bendahari Kehormat / Honorary Treasurer) Lembaga Editorial Jurnal SainsJawatankuasa Audit ASM Science Journal Editorial Board Badan Bertindak Kajian Semula Akta ASMAudit Committee Professor Datin Paduka Task Force on ASM Act ReviewDatuk Dr Mohd Basri Wahid FASc Dr Khatijah Mohd Yusoff FASc Academician Tan Sri Dato’ Ir Ahmad Zaidee Laidin FAScJawatankuasa Keahlian Lembaga Editorial Jurnal Sains dan TeknologiMembership Committee untuk Pembangunan ASEAN (AJSTD) ASM Northern Region ChapterYM Tengku Datuk ASEAN Journal on Science & Technology for Professor Dr Abdul Rahman Mohamed FAScDr Mohd Azzman Shariffadeen FASc Development (AJSTD) Editorial Board Emeritus Professor Dato’ Dr Md Ikram Mohd ASM Southern Region Chapter Said FASc Professor Dr Ahmad Fauzi Ismail FASc 179

KAJIAN ASMASM STUDIESJawatankuasa Penasihat Dasar Sains, Badan Bertindak Pengurusan Air Bandar Badan Bertindak Jerebu Tempatan dan RentasTeknologi dan Inovasi Bersepadu SempadanScience, Technology and Innovation Policy Task Force on Integrated Urban Water Task Force on Local and Transboundary HazeAdvisory Committee (STIPAC) Management Professor Dato’ Ir Dr A. Bakar Jaafar FAScTan Sri Datuk Ir Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FASc Dr Low Kwai Sim FASc Badan Bertindak Keselamatan SiberJawatankuasa Kecil Dasar Sains di bawah Badan Bertindak Impak El Nino ke atas Task Force on CybersecuritySTIPAC Sosio-ekonomi di Malaysia Dr Mohamed Awang Lah FAScScience Policy Sub-Committee under STIPAC Task Force on Socio-economic Impact of El NinoYM Tengku Datuk in Malaysia Badan Bertindak Perlombongan MapanDr Mohd Azzman Shariffadeen FASc Professor Dr Low Pak Sum FASc Task Force on Sustainable Mining Professor Dato’ Dr Azizan Abu Samah FASc &Jawatankuasa Air Jawatankuasa Science Outlook Academician Datuk Fateh Chand FAScWater Committee Science Outlook Committee (Pengerusi Bersama/ Co-chair)Ir Dr Salmah Zakaria FASc Professor Datuk Dr Halimaton Hamdan FASc Mega Science 3.0Badan Bertindak Air dan Pertanian Kumpulan Kerja Kelestarian Sains , Academician Emerita Professor DatukTask Force on Water and Agriculture Kejuruteraan dan Teknologi (ESET) Dr Mazlan Othman FAScDatuk Ir Mohd Adnan Mohd Nor FASc Working Group on Emerging Science, (Pengarah Projek / Project Director) Engineering and Technology (ESET)Badan Bertindak Dasar Air dan Datuk Ir Abdul Rahim Hashim FASc Envisioning Malaysia 2050 Foresight InitiativePerundangan - Kapasiti Penyesuaian YM Tengku Datuk Dr Mohd AzzmanTask Force on Water Policy and Kumpulan Kerja Hakisan dan Pemendapan Shariffadeen FASc &Legislation – Adaptive Capacity Working Group on Erosion and Sedimentation Academician Professor Emerita DatukProfessor Dr Joy Jacqueline Pereira FASc Datuk Dr Abdul Razak Mohd Ali FASc Dr Mazlan Othman FASc (Pengerusi Bersama/ Co-chair) 180

JAWATANKUASA Jawatankuasa Sektor Alam Sekitar dan Jawatankuasa Pemantauan TRSM PROGRAM ASM Perubahan Iklim TRSM Monitoring Committee ASM PROGRAMME Sectoral Committee on Environmental and Professor Dr Noorsaadah Abd. Rahman FASc COMMITTEES Climate Change Professor Dato’ Ir Dr A. Bakar Jaafar FASc Panel Pemilihan TRSMJawatankuasa Pemandu Anugerah Sains TRSM Selection PanelScience Awards Steering Committee Jawatankuasa Sektor Keselamatan Makanan Academician Tan Sri Datuk Dr Yusof BasironAcademician Tan Sri Dato’ Ir Ahmad Zaidee Sectoral Committee on Food Security FAScLaidin FASc Dr Tan Swee Lian FASc Jawatankuasa Kajian Semula TRSMPasukan Pemantauan Projek Perdana Jawatankuasa Sektor Perubatan dan TRSM Review CommitteeFlagship Project Monitoring Team Penjagaan Kesihatan Senior Professor Dato’ Dr Khalid Yusoff FAScEmeritus Professor Dato’ Dr Md Ikram Mohd Sectoral Committee on Medical and HealthcareSaid FASc Academician Tan Sri Datuk Jawatankuasa Pemandu Program Tabung Dr M Jegathesan FASc Peyelidikan Perubatan Dr Ranjeet BhagwanJawatankuasa Sektor Biodiversiti SinghSectoral Committee on Biodiversity Jawatankuasa Sektor Tanaman Perladangan Dr Ranjeet Bhagwan Singh Medical ResearchAcademician Professor Emeritus Dr Yong Hoi dan Komoditi Trust Fund Programme Steering CommitteeSen FASc Sectoral Committee on Plantation Crops and Academician Distinguished Professor Datuk Dr Commodities Looi Lai Meng FAScJawatankuasa Sektor Cybersecurity Dr K Harikrishna Dr K Kulaveerasingam FAScSectoral Committee on Cybersecurity Panel Pemilihan Keahlian YSN-ASMProfessor Dr Tengku Mohd Tengku Sembok Jawatankuasa Sektor Pengangkutan dan YSN-ASM Membership Selection PanelFASc Pembandaran YM Tengku Datuk Dr Azzman Shariffadeen FASc Sectoral Committee on Transport andJawatankuasa Sektor Keselamatan Tenaga Urbanisation Jawatankuasa Dana Newton-Ungku OmarSectoral Committee on Energy Security Professor Dr Nasrudin Abd Rahim FASc (NUOF) untuk Program bersama BritishAcademician Tan Sri Dato’ Ir Ahmad Zaidee CouncilLaidin FASc Jawatankuasa Sektor Keselamatan Air Newton-Ungku Omar Fund (NUOF) Committee Sectoral Committee on Water Security for Programmes with British Council Dr Low Kwai Sim FASc Emeritus Professor Dato’ Seri Dr Mashkuri Yaacob FASc Panel Penyaringan Anugerah Penyelidikan Kanser MAKNA MAKNA Cancer Research Award Vetting Panel Professor Datin Paduka Dr Khatijah Mohd Yusoff FASc 181

JAWATANKUASA Jawatankuasa Pemandu Pusat Kebangsaan Jawatankuasa Pemandu National Science PROGRAM ASM Fizik Zarah (NCPP) Challenge ASM PROGRAMME Steering Committee on National Centre for National Science Challenge Steering Committee COMMITTEES Particle Physics (NCPP) Professor Dr Yang Farina Abdul Aziz FASc Emeritus Professor Dato’Jawatankuasa Dana Newton-Ungku Omar Ir Abang Abdullah Abang Ali FASc & Badan Bertindak Penyelidikan dan Program(NUOF) untuk Program bersama Royal Society Professor Dr Noorsaadah Abd Rahman FASc Latihan Hutan Hujan Imbak Canyon (ICRRTP)Newton-Ungku Omar Fund (NUOF) Committee (Pengerusi Bersama/ Co-chair) Imbak Canyon Rainforest Research & Trainingfor Programmes with Royal Society Programme (ICRRTP) Task ForceAcademician Tan Sri Dato’ Jawatankuasa Pemandu Pusat Kebangsaan Academician Tan Sri Dr Salleh Mohd Nor FAScIr Hj Ahmad Zaidee Laidin FASc Nanomite & Professor Datuk Dr Ghazally Ismail FASc Steering Committee on National Centre for (Pengerusi Bersama / Co-chair)Jawatankuasa Dana Newton-Ungku Omar Nanomite(NUOF) untuk Program bersama Medical Professor Datuk Dr Halimaton Hamdan FASc Jawatankuasa Young Scientists NetworkResearch Council UK (YSN-ASM)Newton-Ungku Omar Fund (NUOF) Badan Bertindak Penubuhan Pusat Young Scientists Network (YSN-ASM)Committee for Programmes with Kebangsaan Sains Bahan CommitteeMedical Research Council UK Task Force for the Establishment of National Dr Abhimanyu VeerakumarasivamAcademician Distinguished Professor Datuk Centre for Material SciencesDr Looi Lai Meng FASc Academician Emeritus Professor Dato’ Jawatankuasa Pemandu Persidangan Dr VG Kumar Das Govinda Panicker FASc Antarabangsa Sains untuk KeamananJawatankuasa Rangkaian Sains & Teknologi International Conference on Science for Peacedan Industri Badan Bertindak Penubuhan Pusat Steering CommitteeScience & Technology and Industry Linkages Kebangsaan Perusahaan Saintifik dan Quran Academician Tan SriCommittee Task Force for the Establishment of National Ahmad Mustaffa Babjee FAScIr Choo Kok Beng FASc Centre for Scientific Enterprise and Quran Dato’ Dr Hashim Abd Wahab FASc Professor Dato’ Dr Musa Ahmad FASc (Pengerusi Bersama/ Co-chair)Jawatankuasa Pendidikan SainsScience Education Committee Badan Bertindak Penubuhan Pusat Jawatankuasa Pemandu ‘Duta Sains’Academician Datuk Dr Abdul Aziz SA Kadir FASc Kebangsaan Polisi STI Steering Committee on ‘Duta Sains’ Task Force for the Establishment of National Professor Datin Paduka Centre for STI Policy Dr Khatijah Mohd Yusoff FASc Academician Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Dr Omar Abdul Rahman FASc Jawatankuasa Penganjuran Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Badan Bertindak Penubuhan Majlis Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme Penyelidikan Perubatan dan Kesihatan (MTCP) Organising Committee Task Force for the Establishment of Medical and Emeritus Professor Dr Jalani Sukaimi FASc Health Research Council Academician Distinguished Professor Datuk Dr Looi Lai Meng FASc 182

WAKIL ASM DALAM MESYUARATDAN JAWATANKUASAANTARABANGSADAN NASIONALASM REPRESENTATIVES ININTERNATIONAL AND NATIONALMEETINGS AND COMMITTEESAssociation of Academies and Societies in Asia (AASSA) Science Council of Asia (SCA)Professor Dato’ Dr Khairul Anuar Abdullah FASc Emeritus Professor Dr Mohd Nordin Hj Hasan FAScInter Academy Medical Panel (IAMP) The World Academy of Science (TWAS)Academician Distinguished Professor Datuk Tan Sri Datuk Ir Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FAScDr Looi Lai Meng FASc IAP-Science Education Programme (IAP-SEP)Inter Academy Panel (IAP) Academician Dato’ Ir Lee Yee Cheong FAScTan Sri Datuk Ir Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FASc Network of ASEAN Sciences Academies (NetASA)International Council for Science (ICSU) Tan Sri Datuk Ir Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FAScProfessor Datuk Dr Sukiman Sarmani FASc Global Science and Innovation Advisory CouncilInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) (GSIAC) Tan Sri Datuk Ir Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FASc Tan Sri Datuk Ir Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FAScISTIC Executive CommitteeYM Tengku Datuk Dr Mohd Azzman Shariffadeen FAScNetwork of Academies of Sciences in the Islamic Countries(NASIC)Tan Sri Datuk Ir Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FASc 183

MESYUARAT ANTARABANGSAINTERNATIONAL MEETINGSCourtesy visit to Taiwan STI Institutes 16th SCA Conference –Science for the People: Science and Technology in Society (STS) ForumDelegation led by Tan Sri Datuk Ir Mobilizing Modern Technologies for Sustainable Represented by Tan Sri Datuk IrDr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FASc Development in Asia Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FASc18 – 20 January Represented by Emeritus Professor 2-4 OctoberTaiwan Dr Mohd Nordin Hj Hasan FASc Kyoto, Japan 30 May - 1 JuneInterAcademy Partnership (IAP) Conference and Ankara, Turkey Innovation for Cool Earth (ICEF) ForumGeneral Assembly Represented by Tan Sri Datuk IrRepresented by Academician Distinguished 88th IIASA Council Meeting Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FAScProfessor Datuk Dr Looi Lai Meng FASc Represented by Academician Tan Sri Dato’ Ir 5 - 6 October28 February – 2 March Hj Ahmad Zaidee Laidin FASc Tokyo, JapanHermanus, South Africa 6 – 7 June Vienna AASSA General Assembly & AASSA InternationalIAP SEP Global Council Meeting Symposium on Refugees and Migrants: A GlobalRepresented by Academician Dato’ Ir Lee Yee AASSA Meeting on the IAP Project “Food and Problem or Asset?Cheong FASc, Dato’ Dr Sharifah Maimunah Nutrition Security and Agriculture” Represented by Academician Professor Dato’Syed Zin FASc and Hazami Habib Represented by Dr Tan Swee Lian FASc Dr Khairul Anuar Abdullah FASc16 April 18 – 19 July 20-23 OctoberSantiago, Chile Seoul, Korea Ankara, TurkeyAPEC 7th PPSTI Meeting 10th ACGS Board of Directors Meeting IAP for Health Conference and General AssemblyNitiavathy Samuel represented Hazami Habib, Attended by Seetha Ramasamy, Represented by Academician DistinguishedCo-chair of PPSTI representing MOSTI Professor Datuk Dr Looi Lai Meng FASc10 - 12 May 23 - 24 August 25 – 29 SeptemberArequipa, Peru Nonthaburi, Thailand Beijing, ChinaAASSA - Seminar on Economic Prosperity Joint Meeting ICSU-ISSC/ICSU GA Alpbach – Laxenburgh IIASA Group MeetingThrough Research & Development in Natural Represented by Emeritus Professor Dr Mohd Represented by Tan Sri Datuk IrProducts Nordin Hj Hasan FASc Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FAScRepresented by Academician Professor Dato’ 24 October 28 – 30 AugustDr Khairul Anuar Abdullah FASc Oslo, Norway Alpbach – Laxenburgh29 – 31 MarchNepal 184

APEC 8th PPSTI Meeting IAMP Workshop on Addressing Inequities in MEMORANDUMAttended by Hazami Habib, Health: Fostering Action on Social Determinants PERSEFAHAMANCo-chair of PPSTI Represented by Senior Professor Dato’15-17 August Dr Khalid Yusoff FASc MEMORANDUM OFPeru 3 – 4 October UNDERSTANDING Manila, PhilippinesMeeting with National STEM Learning Centre, Letter of Intent between ASM &York Science Forum South Africa (SFSA) French Ministry of Foreign Affairs andRepresented by Hazami Habib Represented by Jagdish Kaur Chahil International Development through the23 August 8-9 November Embassy of France in MalaysiaUnited Kingdom Pretoria, South Africa 29 JulyAASSA–NAST PHL Workshop on the Role of Meeting with top management of S&T Institutes MoU between ASM & Korea Institute ofScience Academies in Sustainable Development in ROK and signing of MoU with KISTEP S&T Evaluation and Planning (KISTEP)Represented by Professor Dr Ahmad Ismail FASc YB Datuk Seri Panglima Wilfred Madius Tangau 13 October28 – 29 September (Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation) &Tagaytay City, Phillipines Tan Sri Datuk Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Ali FASc 25 12-15 OctoberTWAS 27th General Meeting Korea Mesyuarat AntarabangsaRepresented by Professor Datin Paduka yang diwakili oleh ASMDr Khatijah Mohd Yusoff FASc 2nd Asian Innovation Forum (AIF) International Meetings12 November Represented by Professor Datuk represented by ASMRwanda Dr Halimaton Hamdan FASc 30 - 31 August89th IIASA Council Meeting Seoul Represented by YM Tengku DatukDr Mohd Azzman Shariffadeen FASc UK-Malaysia Joint Health Research7 – 8 November Collaboration in Non-CommunicableAustria Diseases Panel Meeting Represented by Academician Distinguished Professor Datuk Dr Looi Lai Meng FASc 5 - 6 October MRC Conference Center, London 185

PENERBITANPUBLICATIONADVISORY REPORTS• Mega Science 2.0 Sectoral Report: Environment Housing Infrastructure Electrical & Electronics Transportation• Strategies to Enhance Water Demand Management in Malaysia• Energy Usage and Energy Efficiency in Transportation• National R&D Survey Report• National Integrated Water Resource Management: Volume 1 & 2JOURNALS• ASM Science Journal • Online multi-disciplinary journal cited in Elsevier Scopus • 10 articles• A SEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development (AJSTD) • Volume 32, No.2 - 5 articles • Volume 33, No.1 - 5 articles2015 ANNUAL REPORT 186

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PROGRAM ASM FEB Math, Physics and Earth Sciences Vetting Committee Meeting ASM PROGRAMMES IBSE Rendential Workshop for Parliament 16 February, ASM Setiu and JerlunJAN 1-6 February, Langkawi, Kedah S&T Development and Industry Vetting Committee Meeting S&T Development & Industry Discipline Group UK-Malaysia Bilateral Medical & Health 16 February, ASM1/2016 Meeting Research Collaboration Workshop8 January, ASM 2-3 February, Istana Hotel Kuala Lumpur Chemical Sciences Vetting Committee Meeting 17 February, ASMAnnual Staff Meeting with Acting CEO, ASM Workshop on Science Outlook for MOSTI7 January, ASM Agencies Roadshow Draft Code of Conduct for 4 February, MATRADE Tower Biosecurity within the InternationalMOSTI: Bengkel Pembangunan Kerangka Framework of the Biological and ToxinRMK-11 Membership Committee Meeting Weapons Convention (BTWC) 11-13 January, Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan 5 February, ASM 17 February, STRIDE KajangHaze Task Force Workshop 112th Finance Meeting NanoMITe Research Evaluation Seminar(Air Quality and Haze Episode) 5 February, ASM 17 February, ASM12 January, UKM Medical and Health Sciences Vetting Meeting YSN-ASM with Euraxess (Dr SusanneMSAF ASM Award Steering Committee Meeting Committee Meeting Rentzow-Vasu)12 January, ASM 11 February, ASM 17 February, KL Sentral Puspanita Meeting Biological, Agricultural and Environmental Transmission of Scientific Community by21 January, ASM Sciences Vetting Committee Meeting Science Outreach Working Group YSN-ASM 12 February, ASM 19-21 February, SMK Muhibbah, Sungai Siput, Perak Engineering and Computer Sciences Vetting Committee Meeting 51st EXCO Meeting 15 February, ASM 19 February, ASM 22nd IdeaXchange - STI Implication on TransPacific Partnership Initiative 15 February, ASM 188

MARIBSE 2.0 1st Weekend Workshop 13th STIPAC Meeting Gathering of Fellows of Northern Region20 February, SK Bandar Seri Putra, Kajang 3 March, ASM Chapter 18 March, Equatorial Hotel, PenangWorkshop on TRSM Initiative & Database IBSE 2.0 2nd Weekend WorkshopEnhancement 5 March, SK Bandar Tasik Kesuma, Beranang Visit of Directors of Moroccan Teachers Training20-21 February, ASM School (Ecole Normale Supérieure) to Malaysia MSA Lecture Series - Post Cop 21 - Translating 20 - 26 March, ASMRoadshow Draft Code of Conduct for the Paris Agreement through StrategicBiosecurity within the International Investment in Science & Technology 6th Creative Industry Sector Workshop, KualaFramework of the Biological and Toxin 8 March, MIDA, KL Sentral TerengganuWeapons Convention (BTWC) 22 March, Terengganu21 February, USM Kubang Kerian 4th Plastics and Composites Sector Workshop 8 March, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah “The Future of Malaysian Arts and Crafts”Workshop on the Enhancement of ForumBioMalaysia’s Innovation Awards 5th Plastics and Composites Sector Workshop 24 March, ASM24 February, ASM 10 March, Kuching, Sarawak 113th Finance MeetingMOSTI Social Innovation (MSI): Duta Sains 118th Council Meeting 25 March, ASM Program Follow-up Workshop on IBSE for 12 March, PenangSetiu IBSE 2.0 3rd Weekend Workshop27 February, ASM Visit to Penang Botanical Garden (Council 26 March, SK Seksyen 7 Bandar Baru Bangi Members) 12 March, Penang MOSTI Social Innovation (MSI): Duta Sains Program Science Carnival for Setiu MOSTI Social Innovation (MSI): Duta Sains Parliamentary Program IBSE Workshop for Trainers 26-27 March, Terengganu 14 - 16 March, Tuaran, Sabah 6th Plastics and Composites Sector Workshop Creative Industry Sector’s Teh Tarik Talk Series 30 March, Johor Bahru (II) on the “Future of Malaysian Arts” 15 March, ASM 189

APR MAYProgram Duta Sains Tangga Batu - Workshop on MSAF Board of Trustees 12th Meeting Global Geopark Management 2016 - “NaturalCommercialization 4 May, ASM Heritage Protection Towards Sustainable4-5 April, Tangga Batu, Melaka Development“ YSN-ASM: Whizz Kids Science Workshop Series 14-20 May, Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort,“The Future of Museums” Forum I and II – Underprivileged Kids Programme and Langkawi6 April, ASM Science Talk 7 May, Eden Handicap Service Centre, Penang ASM-UTM Certified Professional in STI PolicyScience Journalism II Workshop and Management for OIC Countries (AUCPS):17-18 April, ASM 2016 NSC Perak, Selangor & Pahang State Essentials in STI Policy and Management Level 16-20 May, Istana Hotel, Kuala Lumpur 2016 NSC Preliminary Level 9 May, UTP, UKM, IIUM Pahang18-21 April, by Zone YSN-ASM: Karnival Creativity and Science4U MOSTI Social Innovation (MSI): Duta Sains 17-18 May, Tamparuli, SabahWorkshop on Water Supply & Wastewater Program Science Carnival for Jerlun Management Parliamentary Science and Technology in Society (STS Forum)18 April, ASM 10 May, Kedah on Green Technology 19 May, UTEM, MelakaEnvisioning Malaysia 2050 Foresight Initiative 2016 NSC Penang, Kelantan & K.L State Level (S&T) Workshop 10 May, USM, UMK, UM 52nd EXCO Meeting21 April, ASM 20 May, ASM ASM-YSN: Energy Explore Race MAKNA Cancer Research Award 2015 11 May, SM Sains Kota Tinggi, Kota Tinggi, Johor 016 NSC Melaka State Level22 April, ASM 27 May, UTEM, Melaka 2016 NSC Johor State Level ICSU ROAP: 21st RCAP Meeting and Regional 11 May, SM Sains Kota Tinggi, Johor 2016 NSC Terengganu State LevelConsultation 28 May, UMT22-24 April, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah 2016 NSC Perlis & Putrajaya State Level 12 May, UNIMAP, Pusat Permata Pintar UKM ICT-BioAsia Workshop 2016RCR Awareness Workshop 30-31 May, UM27-28 April, UNIMAS Sakura Exchange Programme in Science 8-13 May, Tokyo, Japan21st Annual General Meeting30 April, ASM 114th Finance Meeting 13 May, ASM 9th General Assembly30 April, ASM 190

JUN14th STIPAC Meeting Meeting with Siemens Meeting with NRE on Biodiversity Expert2 June, ASM 20 June, ASM Directory 24 June, ASM Presentation Session on ‘Top 50 Emerging Science Outlook 2017: 1st Steering CommitteeTechnologies: Growth Opportunities of Strategic Meeting Foresight S&T (1) Meeting Imperative’ by Frost & Sullivan 20 June, ASM 27 June, ASM 2 June, ASM 2016 NSC Negeri Sembilan State Level New Economic Opportunities Meeting 2016 Young Scientists Summer Student 21 June, USIM 27 June, ASMProgramme &Dr Ranjeet Bhagwan Singh Grant Recipients Imbak Canyon RRTP Meeting 1st Task Force on Cyber Security Meeting Media Announcement 23 June, ASM 28 June, ASM 9 June, ASM Meeting With British Council On Science Media 2016 NSC Sabah Level 3rd STILC Meeting Centre 28 June, Sabah 16 June, ASM 23 June, ASM Science Outlook - STI Governance 1st Meeting STEM Movement Meeting YSN-ASM New Membership Selection 29 June, ASM16 June, ASM Committee Meeting 23 June, ASM STILC Model Meeting17 June, ASM 120th Council Meeting17 June, ASM 191

JUL115th Finance Meeting 3rd Monitoring Meeting of Flagship Projects 4th Monitoring Meeting of Flagship Project1 July, ASM FP0712E012 & 4th Monitoring Meeting Of FP1213E037 Flagship Project FP1213E037 (Part 1) 27 July, ASM BAES Search Committee Meeting 20 July, ASM4 July, ASM 2nd TF Meeting on Cyber Security 2016 NSC Sarawak State Level 28 July, ASM ICSU ROAP: Preparations for Succession Plan of 20 July, Sarawak ICSU ROAP 3rd Sustainable Mining Meeting 10 July, Kuala Lumpur Talk on Schuelerlabore Professor Petra 29 July, ASM Skibe-Corrette Special Council Meeting 20 July, ASM 2016 NSC Labuan State Level 12 July, ASM 29 July, Sabah YSN-ASM RCR Module Development Workshop2016 NSC Kedah State Level 21-22 July, ASM YSN-ASM: Exhibition Booth Creativity &13 July, SMK Sultan Badlishah, Kedah Science4U 2016 YSN-ASM 2nd Selection Panel 2016 29-30 July, Kluang Mall, Johor STEM Movement Meeting 21 July, ASM15 July, ASM Strategic Planning Workshop on DevelopingScience Outlook 2016 WG3: STI Talent New STI-based Industries18 July, ASM 23 July, ASMScience Outlook 2016-2017: IBSE 2.0 4th Weekend WorkshopWG6-Strategic International Alliance 23 July, SK Semenyih18 July, ASM 23rd ideaXchange & Eid Fitr Gathering 1st Meeting Of Energising Industries Working 25 July, ASMGroup 19 July, ASM Evaluation of The 5th Cycle of The TRSM 25 July, ASM MSA 2016 3rd Search Committee Meeting19 July, ASM 192

AUG1st Meeting Working Group Energising New Economic Opportunities Meeting 2nd Energising Industries Working GroupIndustries 9 August, ASM Science Outlook Meeting 1 August, ASM 22 August, ASM Science Outlook:Research, Development &ASM Science Journal Editorial Board Meeting; Commercialisation Working Group Meeting 3rd STI Talent Working Group Science Outlook2/2016 9 August, ASM Meeting 1 August, ASM 22 August, ASM Science Outlook: Strategic InternationalICSU ROAP: Preparation and Finalisation of Exit Alliance (2nd Meeting) MSAF 13th Board of Trustees MeetingReport for ICSU ROAP 10 August, ASM 24 August, ASM 1 - 4 August, Kuala Lumpur Super Science Highshool Fair Envisioning Malaysia 2050 - Foresight Initiative26th ASM Water Committee Meeting 10-11 August, Japan (S&T) Sharing of Study Findings with S&T3 August, ASM Experts 1st Audit Committee Meeting 25 August, ASM Meeting on Top STEM Talent Malaysia (TSTM) 11 August, ASM 3 August, ASM MSA 2016 Evaluation Committee Meeting ASM Fellow’s Lecture: Haemoglobin Disorders 25 August, ASM Mega Science Teh Tarik Talk - Film Industry in a Multiracial Population:4 August, ASM Challenges in Diagnosis by Professor Resolution Workshop & Annual Report National Dr Mary Anne Tan Jin Ai FASc STEM Movement2nd Steering Committee Meeting 1 August, UM 25 August, ASM on Science Outlook 5 August, ASM ASM Integrated Urban Water Management ASM-YSN: Whizz Kids Science Workshop Series (IUWM) I and II – Underprivileged kids programme andEnvisioning Malaysia 2050 - Foresight Initiative 12 August, ASM Science Talk Meeting with Myforesight Partner 27 August, Rumah Kebajikan Seri Cahaya 5 August, ASM 2016 Announcement of Top Research Scientists Malaysia (TRSM) Focus Group Meeting (Manufacturing Sector)Envisioning Malaysia 2050 - S&T Expert Review 15 August, Kuala Lumpur on Developing New STI-Based Industries for5 August, ASM Malaysia to Serve Emerging Markets in Asean International Conference on Science for Peace and TPPA Member Countries1st Meeting of ASM Science Awards Steering 15-16 August, Kuala Lumpur 28 August, ASM Committee 20168 August, ASM 2016 NSC Grand Final Level Envisioning Malaysia 2050 - Foresight Initiative: 18 August, UKM Foresight Alliance Workshop 30 August, ASM 193

SEPResponsible Conduct of Research Module Delegation Visit by Beijing Academy of Science 2nd Selection Panel Meeting for AnugerahDevelopment Preparatory Workshop and Technology Saintis Muda 1-3 September, ASM 19 September, ASM 27 September, ASM 121st Council Meeting ICSU Teleconference Meeting NanoMITe Annual Symposium 20162 September, ASM 19 September, ASM 28 September, UTM, Kuala Lumpur Foresight & Scenario Planning for MOSTI Establishment of Collaborative Efforts in New Economy Opportunities:Personel Workshop Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship Halal Industry Meeting5 September, ASM Education Workshop 28 September, ASM 20 September, MOHE, PutrajayaVisit by Dr Markus Amann - Study on Haze New Economy Opportunities:Affecting ASEAN Countries ASM-UTM: iCat2016 - Frontiers, Challenges Services Sector Meeting5 September, ASM and Opportunities in Catalysis 29 September, ASM 20-21 September, Johor BahruFutures Thinking Talk on “Anticipating a National STEM Movement MeetingRadically Better Future” by Mr David Wood ASM-UTM: Nobel Laureate Public Lecture - 29 September, ASM6 September, ASM Cross Coupling Reactions of Organoboranes An Easy Way for Carbon-carbon Bonding ICSU ROAP: Closing Meeting of End of 2ndVisit by University of Manchester 22 September, UTM Skudai 5-year Period of Hosting of ICSU ROAP by6 September, ASM the Government of Malaysia STEM Seminar by Science Bridge Academy 30 September, Kuala Lumpur Envisioning Malaysia 2050 Foresight Initiative: 22 September, ASM Stakeholder Consultation Workshop 7 September, ASM 116th Finance Meeting 23 September, ASM 15th STIPAC Meeting9 September, ASM 10th General Assembly Ethics and Responsible Conduct of ResearchWorkshop on Malaysian Educational Institute of 24 September, ASM Responsible Conduct of Research 19-23 September, AKEPT, Nilai Meeting With SIEMENS on The Possible Collaboration ProgrammesScience of Halal (A Halal Innitiative) Meeting 27 September, ASM 19 September, ASM 194

OCT ESET Digital Technology Focus Group Meeting 2016 NRF Capacity Building Workshop 14 October, ASM 25-28 October, KoreaNational STEM Movement and Engagement ofParents & Community ASM-AAS: Research Seminar Series - Climate ASM Fellow’s Lecture by Professor Dr1 October, ASM Change and Its Impact on Ecosystems and Abdullah Gani FASc - Mobile Cloud Computing: Bioresouces Leveraging Capability for Value CreationEstablishing the STEM Centre and Media 17 October, UM 26 October, UMScience Centre under the Newton Fund Meeting ESET Neuro Technology Focus Group Meeting MSA 2015 Laureate Week : Presentation4 October, ASM 17 October, ASM Ceremony 26 October, Kuala LumpurNASIC-UiTM Workshop on Drug Development 54th Exco Meeting from Indigenous Plants in Developing 18 October, ASM MSA 2015 Laureate Week : IntellectualCountries Discourse with Young Scientists4-6 October, UiTM Puncak Alam YSN-ASM 3rd Exco Meeting 27 October, ASM 19 October, ASM Visit of NASIC Delegates RCR Working Committee Meeting with Rita7 October, ASM 1st MGI-UKM-COSMOSID Microbial Colwell Metagenomics Conference & Workshop 27 October, ASM 16th STIPAC Meeting 24-25 October, Malaysia Genome Institute,Bangi10 October, ASM ESET Green Technology Focus Group Meeting MSA 2015 Laureate Week :Welcome Dinner with 27 October, ASM Meeting on PERMATA Rita Colwell10 October, ASM 24 October, Kuala Lumpur MSA 2015 Laureate Week : Public Lecture 28 October, ASMESET Nanotechnology Focus Group Meeting Science Outlook 2017 Working Group 1-3rd11 October, ASM Meeting Evaluation Meeting for Newton Researcher 24 October, ASM Links 2016Science Outlook WG6: Strategic International 30 October, ASMAlliance 3rd Meeting Medical Research Council Task Force Meeting12 October, ASM 24 October, ASM RCUK-Mental Health Video Conference ASM Local and Transboundary Haze:13 October, ASM WG2 Peat Area and Water Management 3rd Working Group Meeting10th National STEM Movement Meeting 25 October, ASM14 October, ASM 195

NOVForesight Youth Forum 4th Meeting of ASM Task Force on Cyber Security Evaluation Meeting for Newton Advanced1 November, ASM 15 November, ASM Fellowships & Mobility Grants 2016 28 November, ASM Selection Meeting for the 67th Lindau Meeting STILC-TRSM: Science and Technology in(Chemistry) Society (STS Forum): Niche SMEs (ICT and National Centre for Particle Physics Task Force2 November, ASM Biotechnology) Meeting 17 November, ASM 28 November, ASMSelection Meeting for MAKNA Cancer ResearchAward 17th Finance Meeting IBSE 2.0 Residential Workshop3 November, ASM 18 November, ASM 28 November - 2 December, SelangorKuala Lumpur International Engineering Meeting With JST and KAIST Evaluation Meeting for Newton ResearcherScience Fair, 21 November, ASM Links4-6 November, Serdang 30 November, ASM National Centre for Material Sciences TaskDuta Sains Tuaran - 2nd IBSE Workshop Force Meeting ASM Science Award Steering Committee7-11 November, Tuaran 22 November, ASM Meeting: Mustafa Prize Award 2017 30 November, ASM Meeting with Royal Society Of Edingurgh 17th STIPAC Meeting 7 November, ASM 23 November, ASM Selection Meeting for Dr Ranjeet Bhagwan Singh Research Grant 2016 Signing of MoU between ASM and ICMC 11th STEM Movement Meeting 30 November, ASM8 November, Kota Kinabalu 25 November, ASM National Innovation Council Meeting ASM Fellows’ Lecture by Professor Dr Zanariah9 November, UM Abdullah FASc 25 November, UM Malaysia 2050 Mega Science 3.0 National Forum& Exhibition Northern Region Engineering, Science, and10 November, ASM Technology Youth Program 26 November, USM Penang International Science Fair12 - 13 November, Penang 196

DEC ASM Fellows’ Lecture by Professor Dr Ramesh T. Subramaniam FAScSustainable Construction Excellence for a 14 December, UMBetter Future in conjuction with the Launchof Centre of Excellence for Sustainable 2016 YSN-ASM ColloquiumConstruction Seminar 16 -18 December, Genting1 December, Kuala Lumpur Meeting with Academy of Medical UKSending off Ceremony and Luncheon with NSC 19 December, ASM 2016 Winners and Exxon Mobil6 December, Kuala Lumpur 5th Meeting of Task Force Cyber Security 20 December, ASM Study Visit to Stockholm and Nobel PrizeCeremony Dengue Conference, Puri Pujangga6 - 12 December, Sweden 22 December, UKM Medical and Health Science Discipline Group 12th National STEM Movement MeetingMeeting 23 December, ASM 7 December, ASM Haze Task Force Steering MeetingASM Fellows’ Lecture by Professor 28 December, ASM Dr Zainuriah Hassan FASc7 December, USM 2017 MSA 1st Search Committee Meeting 28 December, ASM Exhibition of Mega Science 3.0 Time Tunnel atthe Malaysian Commercialisation Year (MCY) Meeting to Review the Water Supply and Waste8 December, Kuala Lumpur Water Management Report 30 December, ASM 122nd Council Meeting,9 December, Kuala LumpurConferment of Fellowship and Launching ofNIWRM Report 13 December, Kuala Lumpur 197

PROGRAM ISTICISTIC PROGRAMMESInterAcademy Panel (IAP) General Assembly UNESCO Science Centres Coordination Meeting2 March Hermanus, South Africa 15-18 May, Beijing ChinaWorkshop on Building an Integrated STI Governance System The Honorable MOSTI Minister Visits UK National STEMfor Seychelles, Learning Centre11 March, Victoria, Seychelles 18 May, York EnglandUN Broadband Commission Meeting Hari UNESCO Malaysia 2016: “Inclusiveness”13 March, Dubai, UAE 28 May, PutrajayaISTIC One-Day Event on “Embracing the Future: Improving OECD Ministerial Meeting on the Digital Economy:Quality of Science Instruction in Schools” Innovation, Growth and Social Prosperity5 April, Paris, France 21-23 June, Cancun, Mexico9th ISTIC Governing Board Meeting Training Workshop on Developing Leadership Talents of6 April, Paris, France Women in STI 18-22 July, Kuala LumpurInternational Conference for “Improving the Learning ofBiology and Related Experimental Sciences at the K-12 UNESCO Science Cooperation MeetingSchool Levels” 21-24 July, Bali, Indonesia14-15 April, Santiago, Chile Training Workshop on Maintenance of InfrastructureTraining Workshop on Technopreneurship for Developing 24-28 July, Kuala LumpurCountries10-14 May, Isfahan Iran 198

International Training Programme on STI Policy and 2nd Joint Committee Science, Technology and InnovationManagement for Developing Countries (ITPS) South Africa-Malaysia,8-12 August, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 14-16 November, MelakaTraining Workshop on Technopreneurship for Women in STI 1st International Conference on Science, Technology and5-9 September, Kuala Lumpur Innovation Policy and Management (STIPM-2016), 16-17 November, Karachi, PakistanTraining Workshop on Innovative Teaching & Learningof Science through IBSE for Science Teacher Trainers International High Level Policy Forum on Accreditation and(Workshop II) Certification of Engineers and Technicians in Latin America19-23 September, Kuala Lumpur and the Caribbean 2 December, Lima, Peru2016 KISTEP-ISTIC S&T Innovation Policy Training Programfor High Level Policy Makers Public Lecture by Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka,26-30 September, Kuala Lumpur United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UN WomenIKCEST International Training Workshop 2016 on Big Data 28 November, PutrajayaTechnology Application and Knowledge Service3-9 November, Hangzhou, China Short Training Course for Delegates from UNDP Bangladesh 6-8 December, Kuala LumpurProgramme for Visitors from Federación Colombiana de laIndustria de Software y IT (FEDESOFT) Colombia9 November, Kuala Lumpur 199