Criteria for membership
- Criteria for selection of Member include all of the following
- A Malaysian citizen
- A PhD or an equivalent degree in natural and physical sciences or equivalent research experience of at least five years
- Scientific excellence, ascertained by proven track record
- Envisage to make a difference in society
- Age 45 years old and below (Age limit: Maximum 42 years old at the time of application)
- Members of the YSN-ASM will be selected for one term of three years with possibility of reappointment subject to other criteria (Term limit: Maximum 45 years old). The member must submit the evaluation form at the end of their 3rd year to be evaluated and reappointed
- Selection priority will be given to individuals who have participated in at least one ASM programme
- Vetting and selection of YSN-ASM Member will be carried out by the special selection committee chaired by the vice president of ASM
- Final approval and appointment of YSN-ASM Member will be by the ASM Council
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 organized by ASM
- Priority to be appointed as editorial board committees members, reviewers and priority to publish in ASM publications
- Access to ASM’s and affiliated centralized facilities
- Free e-copies of ASM publications
Membership Application Process
Early of year - June
Open for Application.July
Verification and Evaluation processes by the Secretariat.August
Call for interview & Interview sessionSeptember
Approval by ASM CouncilOctober
Issue appointment letterDecember
Certificate Presentation at YSN-ASM Colloquium