Strategic Input for Robust STI Ecosystems – 2020 Annual Report

October 23, 2020

Trailblazing the Way of Prosperity, Societal Well-Being & Global Competitiveness | 10 – 10 MYSTIE FRAMEWORK

The role of science, technology and innovation (STI) is critical for economic development and has a fundamental influence on societal development. Recognising this, ASM developed the 10-10 Malaysian Science, Technology, Innovation and Economic (MySTIE) Framework by integrating 10 key Malaysian socio-economic drivers with 10 global leading science and technology (S&T) drivers that align to Malaysia’s strengths and needs.

April 15, 2021

Precision Medicine Initiative in Malaysia

The role of science, technology and innovation (STI) is critical for economic development and has a fundamental influence on societal development. Recognising this, ASM developed the 10-10 Malaysian Science, Technology, Innovation and Economic (MySTIE) Framework by integrating 10 key Malaysian socio-economic drivers with 10 global leading science and technology (S&T) drivers that align to Malaysia’s strengths and needs.

April 15, 2021

Science Outlook

Science Outlook 2020 (SO2020) follows the Science Outlook 2015 and Science Outlook 2017 editions. SO2020 explores the progress and development of Malaysia’s Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) ecosystem since 1991, the year which coincided with the declaration of Vision 2020. SO2020 investigates the STI ecosystem and its impact over the last 30 years on the dimensions of economy, society and the environment.

April 15, 2021

Natural Rubber – A World Commodity

Natural rubber is a world commodity that is highly sought after in manufacturing thousands of consumer products, including tires, medical gloves, bearings, and fenders. Though Malaysia was once the world leader in the production and export of natural rubber, we are now in the 7th place.

April 15, 2021

Building the Future STEM Talent

Malaysia’s advancement beyond most countries in the Southeast Asian region can be attributed to her economic development and the access to education. Like most developing and developed countries, STI growth begins with a strong education system. Over the years, Malaysia has put tremendous efforts to accomplish a developed nation’s vision and mission. However, despite numerous policies and interventions that have been implemented by the government to improve STEM education, we are still behind.

April 15, 2021

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (SIG)

Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are expert-driven and proactive in bridging the gap between the generators and users of knowledge to forge collaborative and transformative action so Malaysia can be ahead of the curve.

April 15, 2021

SIG on COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to exceptional socio-economic impact and changed the lives of 7.8 billion people all over the world including Malaysia.

April 15, 2021

SIG on Biodiversity

The COVID-19 pandemic brought into sharp focus how vulnerable humankind is to the impact of changes to the ecosystem, natural environment, and biodiversity. It indicates our failure in controlling zoonosis and in responsible biodiversity efforts. Malaysia is ranked as the 12th most biodiverse country in the world. However, Malaysia registers an alarmingly poor biodiversity status. Its Ecological Footprint Consumption is between 3.5 - 5.25 global hectares which is much worse than other Southeast Asian nations.

April 15, 2021

SIG on Zoonosis

Zoonotic diseases have been an important concern to mankind since the beginning of the domestication of animals 10,000 years ago. It is responsible for an estimated 2.5 billion cases of human illness and 2.7 million deaths worldwide each year. In Malaysia itself, several zoonotic diseases have impacted the country before the COVID-19 pandemic, such as Nipah virus, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, H5N, H1N1, H7N9 and Zika virus.