It is with distinct pleasure that I welcome everyone to the 16th Malaysia Toray Science Foundation (MTSF) Prize Presentation Ceremony, after another fruitful year in operation.

Over the last 16 years, MTSF has earnestly carried out numerous activities to promote science and technology in Malaysia. 2009 was a particularly busy and fruitful year for us. During the year, six “Science Education Award (SEA) Road Shows” for science teachers were organised in different states of Malaysia while three Road Shows were held in tertiary institutions within Kuala Lumpur to promote the “Science & Technology Award (STA)” and “Science & Technology Research Grant (STRG)” programmes. MTSF also published a compilation book on past STA winners and STRG projects while a Symposium / Reporting Session will be organized for past grantees to present their findings.

It is heartening to note that MTSF has successfully generated much interests and enthusiasm among Malaysian science educators, science researchers and scientists. In 2009, the number of applications for the SEA and STA has almost doubled while that of the STRG has tripled compared to those in the previous year.

Our success story is attributable to the staunch support and close collaboration rendered by both the public and private sectors. For that, I would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, the Ministry of Education, government agencies, organizations and other individuals. My sincere thanks also go to the Chairmen, members of the MTSF Selection and Examination Committees and the secretariat for their tireless dedication and efforts.

Lastly, I extend my heartiest congratulations to all awardees and grantees for their outstanding achievements. Keep up the good work.

 

YBhg Tan Sri Law Hieng Ding