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Certificate - Balai Ikhtisas Malaysia (BIM) 2025/2026
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 2026/2028
| Immediate Past President | Prof. Dr. Che Fauziah Ishak (UPM) |
| President | Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rosazlin Abdullah (UM) |
| Vice President (Pen. Malaysia) | Dr. Vijiandran Juva Rajah (UPB) |
| Vice President (Sarawak) | Dr. Latifah Omar (UPM Sarawak) |
| Vice President (Sabah) | Ts. Jacqueline Binti Joseph (UiTM Sabah) |
| Hon. Secretary | Intan Nadhirah Masri (MARDI) |
| Asst. Hon. Secretary | Dr. Norliyana Zin Zawawi (MPOB) |
| Hon. Treasurer | Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Tan Kee Zuan (UPM) |
| Hon. Asst. Treasurer | Dr. Amirah Alias (UMT) |
| Members | Dr. Liew Yew Ann (AARB) Dr. Nur Sa’adah Abdul Halim (QIU) Dr. Izzah Abdul Hamid @ Ghazali Dr. Yong Soon Kong (UiTM Shah Alam) |
| Co-opted member | TBD |
| Auditors | Dr. Mohd Shafar Jefri Mokhatar (UPM) Dr. Adibah Mohd Amin (UPM) |
Upcoming Events
Postgraduate Thesis Award
An Outstanding Postgraduate Thesis Award of RM 1,000 together with the certificate of Award will be made to recognize the work of a postgraduate's student who has graduated or anticipates graduating during the current academic year.
Who can apply?
Research scholars of MSc. or PhD who has successfully completed their theses which has shown exceptional contribution to the field of soil science in 2025 are eligible to apply.
Deadlines:
International Conference of Soil Science (SOILS 2026)
Global Challenges of Food, Climate, and Sustainability in Tropical Soils
7th - 9th April 2026
Raia Hotel & Convention Centre, Terengganu, Malaysia
Conference Sub-Themes
- Soil and Climate Interactions
- Soil Fertility and Sustainability Crop Production
- Soil Health, Biodiversity, and Ecosystem Services
- Soil in Plantation and Forest Systems
Key Deadlines
- Early Bird Registration: Before 28th February 2026
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 28th February 2026
- Notice of Acceptance: 7th March 2026
- Final Registration Deadline: 15th March 2026
International Conference of Soil Science (SOILS 2026)
International Conference of Soil Science (SOILS 2026)
Global Challenges of Food, Climate, and Sustainability in Tropical Soils
7th - 9th April 2026
Raia Hotel & Convention Centre, Terengganu, Malaysia
Conference Sub-Themes
- Soil and Climate Interactions
- Soil Fertility and Sustainability Crop Production
- Soil Health, Biodiversity, and Ecosystem Services
- Soil in Plantation and Forest Systems
Key Deadlines
- Early Bird Registration: Before 28th February 2026
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 28th February 2026
- Notice of Acceptance: 7th March 2026
- Final Registration Deadline: 15th March 2026