About Us
We are a non-government organisation (NGO) in Malaysia to promote the study of science within the context of agriculture and to champion environmental stewardship. Inaugurated on April 2, 1971 with 26 founding members, we have since grown into a full-fledged professional entity, having a membership of over 600. Our members include professionals working in both the public and private sectors, within and outside Malaysia.
Our Objectives
- To promote the study of soil science and to create public awareness on the importance of soil conservation within the context of sustainable land management.
- To review areas of soil study relevant for national development.
- To disburse small grants to needy students and to members attending seminars.
MSSS Management Committee 2024/2026
| Immediate Past President | Prof. Dr. Che Fauziah Ishak (UPM) |
| President | Dr. Rosazlin Abdullah (UM) |
| Vice President (Pen. Malaysia) | Dr. Muhammad Firdaus Sulaiman (UPM) |
| Vice President (Sarawak) | Dr. Wan Asrina Wan Yahya (UPMKB) |
| Vice President (Sabah) | Mr. Jutom Ongkosing (DOA) |
| Hon. Secretary | Dr. Adibah Mohd Amin (UPM) |
| Asst. Hon. Secretary | Dr. Amirah Alias (UMT) |
| Hon. Treasurer | Dr. Ali Tan Kee Zuan (UPM) |
| Hon. Asst. Treasurer | Dr. Mohd Shafar Jefri Bin Mokhatar (UPM) |
| Members | Dr. Vijiandran Juva Rajah (UPB) Dr. V Jeyanny Vijayanathan (FRIM) Dr. Liew Yew Ann (AAR) Dr. Norliyana Zin Zawawi (MPOB) |
| Hon. Auditors | Dr. Latifah Omar (UPMKB) Mr. Muhammad Zamir Abdul Rasid (MARDI) |
Upcoming Events
MSSS Postgraduate Thesis Award
An outstanding Postgraduate Thesis Award of RM1,000 together with the certificate of Award will be made to recognize the work of a postgraduate's student who has graduated or anticipated graduating during the current academic year.
Deadlines: 6th April 2025
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MSSS Young Scientist Award
An outstanding Postgraduate Thesis Award of RM1,000 together with the certificate of Award will be made to recognize the work of a postgraduate's student who has graduated or anticipated graduating during the current academic year.
Deadlines: 11th April 2025
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Postgraduate Students and Young Scientists from ASEAN!
The SOILS 2025 Conference will award STIMULUS Fund Assistance to 10 outstanding candidates! 🎓
This award covers conference fees and accommodation for the 3-day programme (excluding the post-conference tour).Date: 6th — 8th May 2025
Bertam Resort & Water Park, Penang, Malaysia
https://maps.app.goo.gl/EYW5bsxGbUPF9u86ATheme:
"Soil Health for a Sustainable Future: Bridging Soil, Agriculture, and Environmental Stewardship"Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be under 35 years old
- Required to present research (oral presentation)
- No research grant support (support letter needed from a supervisor/HoD)
- Research must align with conference themes
Don’t miss this chance! Apply now and share with anyone who might be interested! For details, refer to the poster of the link below:
Feel free to reach out for further inquiries!
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International Soil Science Conference (SOILS 2025)
Call for Papers – International Soil Science Conference (SOILS 2025)
Date: 6th — 8th May 2025
Bertam Resort & Water Park, Penang, Malaysia
https://maps.app.goo.gl/EYW5bsxGbUPF9u86ATheme:
"Soil Health for a Sustainable Future: Bridging Soil, Agriculture, and Environmental Stewardship"Important Dates:
- Abstract Submission Opens: 31st January 2025
- Oral & Poster Presenters: Register and Submit EA by 25th March 2025
- Attendees: Register by 25th April 2025
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/TcELWtKftKectJqp9
Contact: soils.msss2025@gmail.com
Join us and connect with leading soil science experts!
Go to SOILS 2025 Extended abstract guideline in docx Extended abstract template in docx