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The Malaysian Society for Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (MSBMB) was established in 1973 as a professional body representing biochemists and molecular biologists in Malaysia. The Society aims to be a platform for Malaysian scientists to network and interact locally and internationally via a variety of activities such as conferences, seminars, workshops, special lectures and focus group meetings on matters related to biochemistry & molecular biology. These are often organised in collaboration with universities and research institutions.
The MSBMB is an adhering body to the Federation of Asian and Oceanian Biochemists and Molecular Biologists (FAOBMB) and The International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (IUBMB). Members of the MSBMB are therefore eligible to apply for awards and fellowships managed by these 2 international bodies.
The Malaysian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
E-ISSN 2600-9005
SCOPUS-Indexed
Published 3 times a year
MEMBER PRIVILEGES:
MSBMB membership fees for Jan-Dec 2025 are DUE.
Please click this link for more information.
Note: Membership processing time: 8 weeks
MSBMB AWARDS
MSBMB-Tan Sri Dato’ Kong Hon Kong Research Excellence Award 2020
- Prof. Dr. Tan Wen Siang
MSBMB President - Tan Sri Dato' Kong Hon Kong Award 2019
- Prof. Dr. Sheila Nathan
Call for 2025 nominations are
18-20 May 2025
Busan, SOUTH KOREA
18-23 May 2025
Busan, SOUTH KOREA
25 - 26 August 2025
M World Hotel, Malaysia
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International Conference of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Laboratory Medicine 2025
26 - 27 August 2025
M World Hotel, Malaysia
29 - 30 October 2025
Online (Zoom)
IUBMB NEWS
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IUBMB Events here
OTHER LINKS
For inquiries, please contact:
Honorary Secretary
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adeline Chia Yoke Yin
School of Biosciences
Faculty of Health & Medical Sciences
Email: pbbmms@gmail.com
Welcome to the MSBMB
49th MSBMB Annual Conference in conjunction with International Conference of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Laboratory Medicine 2025
You are warmly invited to the 49th MSBMB Annual Conference, held in collaboration with the Malaysian Association of Clinical Biochemists (MACB). Both MACB and the Malaysian Society for Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (MSBMB) co-organizes the International Conference of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Laboratory Medicine 2025 (ICBMBLM2025)
With the theme “Charting New Frontiers: Integrating Sustainable Innovations for Next-Generation Healthcare,” the conference will bring together scientists, researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry representatives to exchange ideas, build networks, and explore the latest developments in biochemistry, molecular biology, and laboratory medicine.
The MACB Pre-Conference Workshop and the first day of the IUBMB Education Symposium will both be held on 25 August 2025, with the IUBMB Education Symposium continuing on 26 August 2025. The Main Conference will run concurrently with the second day of the symposium on 26–27 August 2025.
Registration is now open, and the updated programme is available online. We look forward to welcoming you to Petaling Jaya for this exciting and meaningful gathering.
31st FAOBMB Conference & 2025 KSBMB International Conference (FAOBMB 2025)
The 31st FAOBMB Conference, in conjunction with the 2025 KSBMB International Conference, will be held from May 18 to 23, 2025, at BEXCO in Busan, South Korea. This conference will bring together experts in the fields of life sciences and biochemistry from around the world to share knowledge and research achievements and explore new opportunities for collaboration. Busan, a vibrant coastal city in Korea, offers not only a dynamic academic exchange but also the chance to experience its beautiful beaches, modern facilities, and rich cultural history. This conference will provide a unique opportunity to enjoy both academic enrichment and the charm of South Korea and Busan.
The organising committee is honored to have world-renowned scholars as our plenary speakers, including Thomas SÜDHOF, the 2013 Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine, V. Narry KIM (SNU), Marcia C. HAIGIS (Harvard Univ), David LIU (MIT), and Kazutoshi MORI (Kyoto Univ). These distinguished speakers will share their valuable insights and latest research findings.
The conference will include symposia on 20 topics, covering areas such as Virus, Cell Death, CRISPR/Cas9, Drug Discovery, Epigenetics, Immunology, Neuroscience and the Microbiome. Additionally, there will be an industrial exhibition displaying cutting-edge technologies and research outcomes, along with 10 satellite symposia. We have also prepared a Young Scientist Program, offering international young researchers the opportunity to present their work and network with peers.
Participants will gain in-depth knowledge and insights from the diverse range of symposia and satellite symposia. The industrial exhibition will provide a hands-on experience with the latest technologies and equipment, potentially enhancing your research capabilities. Additionally, the networking sessions and Young Scientist Program will offer platforms for engaging with fellow researchers and exploring collaborative opportunities.
Young Scientist Programme 2025
On behalf of the 31st FAOBMB Conference, the Organizing Committee is delighted to accept applications for early career researchers to participate in the Young Scientist Program (YSP2025), taking place in the Prestige Biopharma IDC, Busan, Republic of Korea from Sunday 18 - Tuesday 20 May 2025.
YSP2025 will bring together outstanding PhD candidates and early career researchers (<10 years post-PhD) from the FAOBMB region and IUBMB member countries for a 2-day scientific and networking program, prior to the 31st FAOBMB Conference.
During the 2-day scientific and networking program, the outstanding young scientists will have the opportunity to disseminate their research to an international audience, build their global network with peers, and promote their scientific career. As well as presentations from all participants, YSP2025 will include extensive networking opportunities and career-focused workshops. All participants will receive a Travel Fellowship to support their participation at both YSP2025 and 31st FAOBMB Conference.
KEY DATES
Open for applications | 10 September 2024
Deadline for application submission | 31 October 2024
Announcement of selected participants | 15 January 2025
YSP2025 | 18-20 May 2025
BENEFITS
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Accommodation provided (in shared rooms) during YSP2025 (18-20 May 2025).
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Registration fee waiver for the FAOBMB 2025 from Tuesday 20 - Friday 23 May 2025.
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Transportation from Prestige Biopharma IDC to BEXCO, Busan
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Travel fellowship that contributes towards a return airfare (economy class) from the applicant’s place of residence to Busan, Republic of Korea
ELIGIBILITY
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Be PhD candidates or early career scientists of no more than 10 years post-PhD experience
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Be a member of FAOBMB (NOTE: If you do not have a valid membership, please contact the corresponding organization in your country of origin).
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NOT have previously attended a FAOBMB Young Scientist Program
Call for Nominations: 2025 MSBMB RESEARCH EXCELLENCE AWARD
The Research Excellence Fellowship is awarded to a biochemist or molecular biologist who, within the past 3 years from the nomination year, has made a single or associated important contribution(s) to the field of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the international level as evident through their track records that include but are not limited to their publications, receipt of various awards, receipt of prestigious funding or grants, invitation to present lectures at prestigious meetings and other recognized achievements of similar standing.
The winner of the MSBMB Research Excellence Award will receive a prize of RM3000, a medal and a certificate of achievement. The recipient of the award will be invited to give the MSBMB Research Excellence Award Lecture at the International Conference of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Laboratory Medicine 2025(ICBMBLM2025), a joint conference of the 35th MACB Annual Conference and the 49th MSBMB Annual Conference, 25-27th August 2025.
This award was made possible with the generous support of Nirvana Foundation under the leadership of Tan Sri Dato' Kong Hon Kong.
Nomination procedure and eligibility criteria:
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The nominee must be a member of the MSBMB.
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The work for which the award recognizes must have been carried out in Malaysia for a minimum of 3 years before the nomination year and will be assessed from the appended publications list.
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Candidates should be nominated using the official nomination form attached in this email (FORM may also be downloaded HERE)
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A cover letter, not exceeding ONE page of A4 (in Arial font with a minimum size of 10) and addressed to the Honorary Secretary, Malaysian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology should accompany the nomination form. The nomination letter should summarize the nominees’ achievements that clearly distinguish the nominee’s research excellence in the field of practice. The nominees should have an international track record that highlights their contributions to their respective fields of study/practice.
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Prospective candidates are allowed to nominate themselves for this award but must be seconded by a by a practitioner of the field who can provide references and attest to the candidate’s suitability for the award.
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The nominating party must provide a brief CV (not exceeding 4 sides of A4) and list their nominee's top twenty recent publications. The CV must provide statements that highlight the contributions of the research carried out by the candidate and why it is considered to have reached a level of excellence.
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The nominating party can provide an additional document or CV to highlight the research career of the nominee as a supplement but is not compulsory for the nomination. This document can include an essay not exceeding 2 sides of A4 that highlights the nominees contributions to recent developments in biochemistry and molecular biology such as the invention of techniques, processes, a novel discovery or other similarly recognized achievement of similar standing.
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All nominations must be submitted via email to pbbmms@gmail.com by 14th May 2025.
Mushroom Science Virtual 2025
The MSBMB Special Interest Group (SIG)-Mushroom Science is deeply honoured to host the 6th Annual Mushroom Science Virtual 2025 (MSV2025) meeting.
We are pleased to invite mushroom researchers from all over Asia to gather in this meeting with the aims of stimulating research, encouraging academic exchange and strengthening networking connections. We are providing a platform for young scholars to discuss recent advances and future trends of Mushroom Science to advance their professional development.
The MSBMB Special Interest Group (SIG)-Mushroom Science is a community within MSBMB with a shared interest in advancing knowledge, learning and technology in the area of mushroom science. Members collaborate, communicate, and organize seminars, meetings, workshops and conferences endorsed and supported by MSBMB, working with the national committees. The SIG liases with international mushroom researchers and organizations for collaborations. This SIG hopes to cultivate and encourage active knowledge transmission to address critical issues faced by humankind and generate positive contributions to society.
We welcome your participation and look forward to seeing you in October!
IUBMB Special Focused Meeting (Queenstown NZ)
The IUBMB Special Focused Meeting “The Emerging Roles of (Pseudo)Kinases in Signal Transduction” is scheduled to be held on 18-22 August 2025, in Queenstown, New Zealand.
For the first time, we will be holding a (pseudo)kinase meeting in the Southern Hemisphere and look forward to welcoming researchers from around the world to this spectacular location. The conference will cover the latest developments in molecular mechanisms of kinase and pseudokinase regulation, which has growing prominence in the world of signaling across many areas of biology. Recent progress has brought to light many opportunities for therapeutic targeting of this intriguing kinase fold, and also broader prominence in infectious disease and plant signaling.
Keynote lectures will be given by Professor Alexandria Newton and Professor Kevan Shokat (as the IUBMB Jubilee Award Lecturer). There will also be a range of prominent invited speakers and plenty of speaking slots selected from abstracts. This meeting will be co-chaired by Prof Peter Mace (New Zealand), Prof Natalia Jura (USA) and Prof James Murphy (Australia). Early career engagement and family support will be a priority.
The deadline for early bird registration, and abstracts to be considered for oral presentations is June 20th, 2025. Early career participation and family support will be a priority.
For more details, including abstract submission, venue information and registration go to https://www.ivvy.com.au/event/IUBMB25/.
