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The Star
21-06-2025
- Science
- The Star
Melaka educationist to co-lead global academy of scientists
MELAKA: An academic and local education activist has become the first Malaysian elected as Co-Chair of the Global Young Academy (GYA), an international platform representing young scientists across the globe. Assoc Prof Dr Sam Chan Siok Yee, a registered pharmacist and academic at Universiti Sains Malaysia's School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, was elected during the GYA's Annual General Meeting held in Hyderabad, India, from June 10-13. Chan will serve alongside returning Co-Chair, Dr Yensi Flores Bueso of University College Cork, Ireland. Chan, 41, was elected through a hybrid voting process involving over 70 academics from around the world. With her appointment, Malaysia assumes a greater role in championing scientific leadership from lower middle-income countries and shaping GYA's strategic direction. In an interview yesterday, Chan described the appointment as a 'landmark achievement for Malaysian science and global leadership'. 'My election marks a significant step forward for gender representation and regional inclusion in global scientific governance,' she said. Chan said the position is not merely a personal milestone, but also a recognition of the growing impact of South-East Asian scientists in the international research community. 'I am deeply honoured to serve as Co-Chair of GYA and this role reflects the collective progress of our region's scientific contributions on the world stage,' she said, adding that she is also committed to strengthening support systems for young researchers worldwide. Founded in 2010, the GYA promotes international, interdisciplinary and inter-generational dialogue to address pressing global challenges. The academy currently includes 22 Malaysian scientists and Chan has been involved since 2021. In Melaka, she is a vice-president and education specialist with the Melaka Action Group of Parents in Education (Magpie).
The Star
21-06-2025
- Science
- The Star
Melaka education activist is first M'sian to co-chair international young scientists platform
MELAKA: A local education activist has become the first Malaysian elected as co-chair of the Global Young Academy (GYA), an international platform representing young scientists across the globe. Associate Professor Dr Sam Chan Siok Yee (pic), a registered pharmacist and academic at Universiti Sains Malaysia's School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, was elected during the GYA's annual general meeting held in Hyderabad, India, from June 10 to 13. The event was officiated by India's Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan. Chan will serve alongside returning co-chair, Dr Yensi Flores Bueso of University College Cork, Ireland. Her election followed a hybrid voting process involving over 70 academics from around the world. With her appointment, Malaysia assumes a greater role in shaping the organisation's strategic direction and championing scientific leadership from lower-middle-income countries. In an interview on Saturday (June 21), Chan described the appointment as a 'landmark achievement for Malaysian science and global leadership'. "My elected role marks a significant step forward for gender representation and regional inclusion in global scientific governance,' she said. Chan, 41, said that the position is not merely a personal milestone, but also a recognition of the growing impact of Southeast Asian scientists in the international research community. 'I am deeply honoured to serve as co-chair of the GYA and this role reflects the collective progress of our region's scientific contributions on the world stage,' she said. Founded in 2010, the GYA promotes international, interdisciplinary, and intergenerational dialogue to address pressing global challenges. The academy currently includes 22 Malaysian members who actively contribute to scientific progress. Chan has been involved with the GYA since 2021 and remains committed to strengthening support systems for young researchers worldwide. She also serves as vice-president and education specialist with the Melaka Action Group of Parents in Education (Magpie). According to The Hindu Newspaper (India) on June 16, the GYA's 2025 AGM was held under the theme 'Confluence of Visionaries: Empowering Science for Global Change.' The week-long programme featured sessions on Industry 5.0, human-machine interaction, nutrition and well-being, science-society interfaces and foresight planning. Delegates also contributed to shaping the organisation's future strategic priorities.
The Star
21-06-2025
- Science
- The Star
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MELAKA: A local education activist has become the first Malaysian elected as co-chair of the Global Young Academy (GYA), an international platform representing young scientists across the globe. Associate Professor Dr Sam Chan Siok Yee (pic) , a registered pharmacist and academic at Universiti Sains Malaysia's School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, was elected during the GYA's annual general meeting held in Hyderabad, India, from June 10 to 13. The event was officiated by India's Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan. Chan will serve alongside returning co-chair, Dr Yensi Flores Bueso of University College Cork, Ireland. Her election followed a hybrid voting process involving over 70 academics from around the world. With her appointment, Malaysia assumes a greater role in shaping the organisation's strategic direction and championing scientific leadership from lower-middle-income countries. In an interview on Saturday (June 21), Chan described the appointment as a 'landmark achievement for Malaysian science and global leadership'. "My elected role marks a significant step forward for gender representation and regional inclusion in global scientific governance,' she said. Chan, 41, said that the position is not merely a personal milestone, but also a recognition of the growing impact of Southeast Asian scientists in the international research community. 'I am deeply honoured to serve as co-chair of the GYA and this role reflects the collective progress of our region's scientific contributions on the world stage,' she said. Founded in 2010, the GYA promotes international, interdisciplinary, and intergenerational dialogue to address pressing global challenges. The academy currently includes 22 Malaysian members who actively contribute to scientific progress. Chan has been involved with the GYA since 2021 and remains committed to strengthening support systems for young researchers worldwide. She also serves as vice-president and education specialist with the Melaka Action Group of Parents in Education (Magpie). According to The Hindu Newspaper (India) on June 16, the GYA's 2025 AGM was held under the theme 'Confluence of Visionaries: Empowering Science for Global Change.' The week-long programme featured sessions on Industry 5.0, human-machine interaction, nutrition and well-being, science-society interfaces and foresight planning. Delegates also contributed to shaping the organisation's future strategic priorities.
The Hindu
16-06-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
Global Young Scientists summit concludes at IITH
Regional coordination, exchanging best practices, advancing science diplomacy, capacity building, and sustainable development as the aim, the 12 National Young Academies (NYAs) from the Asia-Pacific Region arrived at a consensus marking the 'Hyderabad Declaration' at the conclusion of the Global Young Scientists summit here at IIT Hyderabad on Monday. The Network of Asia-Pacific Young Academies (NAYA),will serve as a regional collaborative platform to connect, strengthen, and mentor early and mid-career researchers. According to past co-chair of the Global Young Academy (GYA) Chandra Shekhar Sharma, the efforts started five years ago. This NAYA declaration will pave the way for seamless coordination among the young scientists in the Asia-Pacific region to have a broader impact on society at large. The Indian National Young Academy of Science (INYAS) led the deliberations and included the National Young Academy of Nepal, Young Scientist Network Malaysia, Vietnam Young Academy, Sri Lankan Academy of Young Scientists, Royal Society of New Zealand ECR Forum, The Hong Kong Young Academy of Sciences, Thai Young Scientists Academy, Young Academy of Japan, Australian EMCR Forum, World Association of Young Scientists China and the Global Young Academy. The GYAs annual general meeting, themed as 'Confluence of Visionaries: Empowering Science for Global Change' was inaugurated by Union Minister (Education) Dharmendra Pradhan. The week-long conference included sessions that explored Industry 5.0, nutrition and well-being, human-machine interaction, thematic discussions on foresight, interfaces between science and society, and engaging early- and mid-career researchers facilitated members to develop GYA's strategic direction.
United News of India
10-06-2025
- Science
- United News of India
Pradhan stresses human-centric, equitable science at young scientists meet
Hyderabad, June 10 (UNI) Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has emphasised that India believes in a science that is "empathetic, ethical, and equitable." Speaking at the Global Young Scientists Conference and the annual general meeting of the Global Young Academy (GYA) at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad on Tuesday, Pradhan urged scientists to co-create and collaborate with purpose and compassion to realise the vision of Viksit Bharat and advance human-centric development. 'The conference is not just a scientific gathering, but a forum representing hope, purpose, and a shared destiny,' Pradhan said, congratulating the 30 newly inducted members of the GYA. He lauded the academy for selecting India and IIT Hyderabad as the host, reflecting the country's growing stature in global science and innovation. Highlighting India's commitment to global scientific collaboration, the Minister cited key initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance, the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Mission LiFE, and the India Science and Research Fellowship as reflections of Vishwa Bandhutva — India's vision of global friendship through science. Calling the present time an opportune moment for the scientific community, Pradhan stressed the importance of developing ecosystems and innovations that empower the most vulnerable. He reiterated that 'partnerships, not patents' must shape the future of science. As part of a symbolic green initiative, the Minister and other dignitaries planted saplings under the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign at the IIT Hyderabad campus. Encouraging students to lead the environmental movement, Pradhan remarked, 'One tree in a mother's name is a small act with a deep message and a big impact.' The week-long international conference, Confluence of Visionaries: Empowering Science for Global Change, is being jointly hosted by IIT Hyderabad, the Global Young Academy (GYA), the Indian National Young Academy of Science (INYAS), and the Indian National Science Academy (INSA) from June 8 to 14. It features thematic sessions on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG); Health and Nutrition; Industry 5.0; and Innovation and Entrepreneurship. With 135 international delegates and 65 national participants representing 60 countries, the event marks a significant milestone as India hosts the international gathering for the first time. UNI VV PRS
