Empowering Young Scientists

Unifying Efforts for a Brighter Future

Join the Young Scientists Network-Academy of Sciences Malaysia in driving innovation and addressing national challenges through scientific excellence.

About YSN-ASM

The Young Scientists Network-Academy of Sciences Malaysia (YSN-ASM) was established on December 12, 2012, under the auspices of the Academy of Sciences Malaysia. Our mission is to foster a collaborative environment where young scientists can contribute to the nation’s scientific and technological advancement. We are dedicated to nurturing talent, promoting interdisciplinary research, and addressing key national issues through science and innovation.

Our Mission

Driving National Progress Through STIE

YSN-ASM is dedicated to shaping a better future for Malaysia by empowering young scientists through Science, Technology, Innovation, and Economy (STIE). Our mission encompasses influencing national decision-making in STIE policies, nurturing future talents in science and technology, and promoting research excellence among young scientists. Through strategic collaboration and capacity building, we aim to position Malaysia as a leader in scientific advancement and innovation for national development.

YSN-ASM Steering Committee

Under the YSN-ASM umbrella, the Steering Committee is led by the Executive Committee (ExCo), comprising the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary-General, and Honorary Treasurer. They are supported by five strategic committees, each represented by a Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson

Envisioning Science that Improves Lives

Young Scientist Recruits Invisible Talent to bust Stress and Improve Mental Health & Productivity Most of us may see ‘Science’ as a subject in school; we experience it in the form of technology, applied in various fields from engineering to medicine, from...

Scientist With A Heart To Give Back To Homeland

With self-centredness on the rise for the gains of few elites across the globe, it is enlightening to learn that there are individuals motivated to channel hard work and energy towards a societal cause. Have you ever come across someone who aligns their work flow...

What if ice cubes cause disease?

Eating out is second nature to Malaysians and is a rite of passage to dine at a local Mamak for many including tourists. Let’s face it, we love our food and our culture also revolves around it. We have three distinct ethnic groups living together and it is harmonious...

Gone Are The Days Of Just Donning A White Lab coat

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a scientist in the 21st Century? Did a protruding cloud-like bubble hover over your head of a scientist donning a white lab coat? Think again! Times are changing. With technology advancing rapidly and corporates optimizing...

A Day in the Life of a Scientist

Young Scientist Explores Less-intrusive Alternatives to Chemotherapy for the Treatment of Cancer Most of us fear failure… The fear can become so intense that it influences our decision-making and behaviour; to the point we may not take a particular course of action...

Join Our Mission for a Brighter Future

Be a part of the Young Scientists Network-Academy of Sciences Malaysia (YSN-ASM) and contribute to groundbreaking initiatives that drive national progress. Your involvement can make a significant difference in addressing key scientific and societal challenges.