SPM school leavers must embrace STEM, TVET courses
Reading Time: 2 minutesI have recently come across a concerning trend that I feel must be addressed. SPM school leavers might have been dissuaded from pursuing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) courses due to misconceptions about career prospects and income potential. I am sharing my perspective on this issue […]
Takeda’s Qdenga® Dengue Vaccine Approved for Use in Malaysia
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe fight against dengue fever in Malaysia takes a significant leap forward with the introduction of Takeda’s Qdenga® (Dengue Tetravalent Vaccine [Live, Attenuated]). This innovative vaccine, recently approved by the Drug Control Authority (DCA) Malaysia, offers protection against all four dengue virus serotypes for individuals aged four years and above. It is now available in […]
Revisiting the importance of childhood immunisation
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe measles outbreak in Penampang, Sabah this past January is an example of suboptimal vaccine coverage in a population. This further emphasises the importance of immunisation, which saves millions of lives every year and prevents many children from disability. Locally, the Ministry of Health has ensured that every child in Malaysia has access to the […]
Mesenchymal Stem Cells : Pioneering regenerative medicine
Reading Time: 4 minutesStem cell research holds immense potential for advancing our understanding of human biology, developing new treatments for various diseases, and revolutionising regenerative medicine. Cell biologist and The Petri Dish science journalist Dr. Muganti Rajah gives the low down on mesenchymal stem cells – also known as medicine’s blank cheque, for their ability to be turned […]
Nutrient-stealing plant discovered by Malaysian botanists
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA DISTINCTIVE PLANT, which steals nutrients from underground fungi, has been published as a new species in the open-access journal Phytokeys by botanists from the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) in collaboration with local naturalists and stakeholders. Discovered in the tropical rainforests of Peninsular Malaysia, Thismia malayana belongs to a group of plants known as […]
A ‘sound byte’ on bioacoustics
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBIOACOUSTICS delves into how living organisms create, transmit, receive, and process sounds. It’s like decoding a universal language that animals use to communicate and navigate their world. Picture a journey unraveling the stories told through the sounds of diverse life forms, revealing the fascinating tapestry of the natural symphony. Researchers utilize bioacoustics to understand the […]
JCF launches nationwide sustainable development education programme
Reading Time: 2 minutesJCF launches nationwide sustainable development education programme The Jeffrey Cheah Foundation (JCF) has launched a teacher professional development programme to advance Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in Malaysia. This initiative was unveiled during the opening ceremony of the “ESD for 2030 Regional Meeting on Transforming the Futures of Education” at Sunway University. JCF, recognized as […]
Let’s all become science storytellers !
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn the New Straits Times article titled “Many positives of palm oil untold, leading to misjudgment” published on June 28, the author, Ahmad Ibrahim urged NGOs to continue discussing the benefits of palm oil. By fostering more positive conversations about this commodity, we can ensure it receives the recognition and perception it deserves. I fully […]
Change of guard at ISAAA Inc
Reading Time: 2 minutesISAAA Inc recognizes Dr. Paul S. Teng, who has been the Chair of the ISAAA Board of Trustees from 2013 to June 1, 2024. Teng has been the Dean and Managing Director of the National Institute of Education International at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore since 2018. He previously held other leadership positions at […]
‘Stop the brain drain, we need more R&D Talent to propel innovation-led economy
Reading Time: 3 minutesFEW would disagree that talent is critical in nation-building. Countries which attract and retain the best talent prosper more. Lately, much public discussion has touched on the country’s talent dilemma. A recent World Bank report paints a poor picture. The article questioned the efficacy of our education system in a world economy fast embracing science, […]