Eligibility Criteria
  • Open to ages 45 years old and below with the age limit of 44 years old at the time of application to serve at least 1 term (1 year) of affiliateship.
  • Open to Malaysians and non-Malaysians.
  • Preferably PhD or an equivalent degree in natural/ physical/ social sciences and industrial scientist (without PhD but relevant background)
  • Nomination must be supported by a current YSN-ASM member (regardless of institutions)

 

Applications are open from January till June 2025. Please submit your applications forms to membership@akademisains.gov.my . Please note that any applications received after June 2025 will be evaluated for the next cycle.

 

Membership benefits
  • Increase networking and collaborations among distinguished young scientists of Malaysia and abroad.
  • Able to play a role in shaping the future of science, and voice changes for science policies.
  • Recognition for excellence and distinguished achievement, and as a prestigious award.
  • Subsidiary for events organised by ASM.
  • Access to ASM’s and affiliated centralised facilities.

 

Specific Guidelines:
  • The nominator should ensure that the potential affiliate is aware of the vision and ethos of YSN-ASM.
  • The nominator is encouraged to engage the potential affiliate in YSN-ASM activities prior to application submission to ensure that the potential affiliate is interested to contribute and be part of YSN-ASM.
  • The nominator must complete Section 4 of the Application Form for New Affiliates.
  • The nominator must be able to detail the plan to engage the affiliate in YSN-ASM.
  • The nominator will take up the responsibility as the mentor for the affiliate once the application has been approved by the YSN-ASM Exco.
  • After one year as a YSN-ASM Affiliate, he/she is required to submit a brief activity report (Evaluation Form). The YSN-ASM Exco will then decide on the extension of affiliateship (1+2 years term).
  • Full time students are not encouraged to apply.
  • There is no limit on the number of affiliates that a YSN-ASM Member can nominate in a year.

Download the affiliate application form

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