Akademi Sains Malaysia

Akademi Sains Malaysia (ASM) hari ini meraikan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif, Puan Hazami Habib FASc, dalam sebuah majlis penghargaan sempena persaraan wajib beliau. Sejak menyertai ASM pada 1996, beliau telah menabur bakti dan memimpin pelbagai inisiatif yang memperkukuh peranan ASM dalam memajukan agenda sains, teknologi, inovasi dan ekonomi (STIE) negara.

Sepanjang perjalanan tersebut, beliau memainkan peranan penting dalam mengukuhkan kedudukan ASM sebagai badan pemikir negara melalui peneraju pelbagai kajian strategik, pembangunan dasar, inisiatif foresight, pencapaian peringkat antarabangsa serta program pembangunan bakat yang memberi manfaat kepada negara dan masyarakat.

Majlis ini turut diserikan dengan tayangan video khas yang menyingkap perjalanan, pencapaian dan legasi beliau sepanjang bersama ASM. Turut hadir memeriahkan majlis ialah Presiden ASM, Ahli Majlis ASM, warga kerja ASM serta ahli keluarga beliau.

Kami warga kerja ASM merakamkan setinggi-tinggi penghargaan dan terima kasih kepada Puan Hazami atas segala jasa dan bakti beliau. Kepimpinan, dedikasi dan sumbangan beliau akan terus menjadi inspirasi kepada warga ASM dalam meneruskan peranan organisasi ini sebagai badan pemikir negara yang berimpak.

Malaysia’s exploration of cultured meat as an alternative protein source marks an important step toward strengthening national food security, diversifying protein sources, reducing Malaysia’s dependence on beef imports, and lowering the environmental footprint of conventional meat production.

ASM facilitated the coordination of the Task Force on the Cultured Meat Feasibility Study, led by Professor Dato’ Dr Zulkifli Idrus FASc, Chair of the ASM Agriculture Committee and MOI on Food Sovereignty & Security. The Task Force brought together scientific expertise to assess Malaysia’s readiness across key areas, including R&D, regulation, halal integrity, industry potential, and public confidence.

This initiative directly supports the National Mission-Oriented Initiative (MOI) on Food Sovereignty and Security and aligns with the broader aspirations of the National Planetary Health Action Plan (NPHAP) to promote sustainable and resilient food systems. Through science-based policy advice, strategic foresight, and coordinated expertise, ASM continues to support national efforts to shape a more sustainable, competitive, and future-ready food ecosystem.

Cultured meat being studied as alternative protein source to bolster food security PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia is studying the commercial potential of cultured meat and other cell-based food products as alternative protein sources as part of efforts to strengthen national food security.

Heartiest congratulations to Professor Dr K. Sudesh Kumar C. Kanapathi Pillai FASc on being conferred the Honorary Doctor of Science by the Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST), Japan.

This prestigious recognition is a testament to his outstanding contributions to biotechnology research and international academic collaboration.

Happy World Environment Day! Let’s come together to protect and preserve our planet. Every small action counts in creating a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future for generations to come.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞, 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐭?

The ASM 2026 IdeaXchange, Planet-Friendly Business: Stories of Purpose and Impact, brought together thought leaders, industry players, innovators and sustainability advocates to explore how businesses can respond to today’s environmental and economic challenges through practical, purpose-driven solutions.

Organised by the Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM), with support from Friends of Sustainable Malaysia (FoSM), the event was held on 4 June 2026 and featured several sessions that explored in depth the relationship between business operations and environmental sustainability. A key highlight was the sharing of personal experiences by business owners, who spoke about their journeys in establishing enterprises that place environmental responsibility, waste minimisation and sustainability at the core of their business values.

Overall, the programme served as an important platform to encourage reflection on how businesses can grow more responsibly in line with today’s sustainability needs. It also reinforced the importance of collective action in shaping a future where economic progress and environmental responsibility can move forward together.

Heartiest congratulations to Professor Datuk Dr Rofina Yasmin Othman FASc, on being conferred the Darjah Kebesaran Panglima Jasa Negara (P.J.N.), which carries the title Datuk, in conjunction with His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s Official Birthday on 1 June 2026.

Daulat Tuanku. Akademi Sains Malaysia menzahirkan ucapan setinggi-tinggi tahniah kepada Duli Yang Maha Mulia Sultan Ibrahim sempena Sambutan Ulang Tahun Keputeraan Rasmi Baginda.

Selamat menyambut Hari Gawai. Semoga perayaan yang penuh dengan tradisi dan kegembiraan ini membawa kedamaian, kebahagiaan dan kesejahteraan kepada kita semua.

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