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The Star
15-05-2025
- Science
- The Star
Science week targets rural participation
National Science Week (MSN) is reaching out to students in rural and remote areas through the MSN carnival, Kembara Sains Borneo and Rehlah Sains programmes. Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang said the programme aimed to spark students' interest in science and technology, particularly among those with limited access to these fields. 'Thirty rural schools in Sabah and Sarawak have been selected for this initiative, which is expected to benefit around 30,000 students,' he said after launching National Science Week 2025 in Kota Samarahan, Sarawak. In his speech, Chang said MSN, now in its eighth edition, reflected the ministry's commitment to embedding science, technology and innovation into the daily lives of all Malaysians. He added that the initiative would be extended to grassroots communities through the implementation of on-ground programmes throughout Malaysia, as reported by Bernama. Themed 'Democratising Science, Humanising Technology, Mainstreaming Innovation', MSN 2025 emphasises inclusive participation in advancing scientific innovation in step with rapid technological progress, and runs until the end of the year.
Borneo Post
06-05-2025
- Science
- Borneo Post
NSC's mobile science bus to cover 14 schools across Sarawak
Chang (second right) presents the NSC education kit to a representative of Sarikei District Education Office. — Photo by Jude Toyat KOTA SAMARAHAN (May 6): Fourteen schools across Sarawak will be buzzing with hands-on science activities and interactive exhibits as the National Science Centre's (NSC) mobile science exhibition bus is making its rounds this May 7 to 20. The schools are SMK Wira Penrissen and SK Jalan Muara Tuang in Kota Samarahan; SMK Simunjan No 1 in Simunjan; SMK Serian in Serian; SMK Lubok Antu and SK San Semanju in Lubok Antu; SMK St Augustine and SJK Chung Hua Betong in Betong; SMK Bahasa Malaysia Saratok and SK Abang Abdul Rahman in Saratok; SMK St Anthony and SK Udin in Sarikei; and SMK Julau No 2 and SK Nanga Entabai in Julau. The expedition is part of the Kembara Sains Borneo (KSB) 2025 initiative under the flagship program National Science Week (MSN), organised by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (Mosti) specifically for the people of Sarawak and Sabah, in collaboration with the NSC and main sponsor, Yayasan Mr DIY. 'KSB 2025 will kick off in Kota Samarahan, covering 14 selected schools across Sarawak before concluding in Julau. The expedition will then continue to 16 schools in Sabah, beginning in Tawau and ending in Lahad Datu. 'This journey will involve at least 30 selected schools, with an estimated 30,000 participants benefiting from the programme,' said Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang, in his officiating speech at the launch of the National Science Week 2025 in Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Samarahan Campus late Sunday. In this regard, Chang said that Mosti was serious in its mission to popularise science among Malaysians. 'Various initiatives to promote science, technology, and innovation (STI) have been launched, including this traveling exhibition in Borneo,' he said. He added that since 2023, the KSB initiative had been bringing STI learning directly to rural and remote areas in Sarawak and Sabah, making science more accessible and enjoyable. Themed 'Sains Itu Menyeronokkan' (Science is Fun), the KSB 2025 expedition will feature NSC's mobile exhibition bus and science activity van, offering engaging experiences to around 30,000 students across the 30 selected schools. 'The Madani Government views STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) talent development as a serious priority, in line with the nation's goal of producing more local professionals in the field to achieve high-tech nation status by 2030. 'In line with this, Mosti is committed to working closely with the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Higher Education, and strategic partners to promote a culture of STI through continuous out-of-classroom programmes targeted especially at children and school students to strengthen the National STEM Agenda,' he said. At the event, Chang also presented the NSC education kits containing interactive STEM activity materials and usage guides for informal learning sessions to eight district Education offices that would be visited by the Kembara Sains Borneo during MSN 2025 in Sarawak. bus education National Science Centre schools science exhibition
Borneo Post
05-05-2025
- Science
- Borneo Post
Kembara Sains Borneo 2025 to focus on ‘Tip of Borneo' in new outreach strategy
Mohammad Fuad being interviewed by the reporters at the launch of National Science Week 2025 in UiTM Samarahan Campus. — Photo by Jude Toyat KOTA SAMARAHAN (May 5): The Kembara Sains Borneo, run as part of the National Science Week initiative, is set to take a more structured approach this year by concentrating on its 'Tip of Borneo' outreach, which covers selected areas in southern Sarawak and ends in Tawau, Sabah. This marks the programme's third year of bringing science education directly to the underserved communities, particularly students and teachers in the remote pockets across Sarawak and Sabah. Speaking to reporters at the launch of National Science Week 2025 at Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Samarahan Campus here on Sunday night, National Science Centre director Mohammad Fuad Rahman said the new regional focus would allow the team to maximise the impact and streamline all logistics. 'In the previous years, we travelled across the entire length of Sarawak, from Kuching to Miri. 'But for 2025, we're focusing on what we call the 'Ekor Borneo' (Tip of Borneo) involving 10 districts around Kuching, before ending in Tawau. 'This approach allows for better planning and ensures that the schools in this zone get more attention and quality engagement,' he said. The initiative, supported by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (Mosti), is designed to provide hands-on science learning opportunities for primary and secondary school students. It also includes professional development programs for Science and Mathematics teachers – a key component emphasised by the organisers. Set to involve more than 50 schools across 30 locations, Kembara Sains Borneo 2025 receives the support from strategic partners including the National Planetarium, Academy of Sciences Malaysia, Yayasan Inovasi Malaysia, and Petrosains. The programme is also sponsored by Yayasan Mr DIY, which is providing educational kits for the participating students. One of the main attractions is the 'Exhibition Bus', described as a 'Mini National Science Centre', featuring 20 mobile exhibits. The bus will travel to the participating schools, giving students in the remote areas a chance to engage in interactive science displays similar to those found at the National Science Centre in Kuala Lumpur. 'This year, we are bringing the experience directly to them,' 'Our aim is to ensure that even students who may never have the opportunity to visit a science centre can still be inspired by science and innovation,' said Mohammad Fuad. Sarawak was selected as the starting point for the programme due to its track record in science and innovation, including leadership in hydrogen technology. 'We want Sarawak to serve as a benchmark for other states. What Sarawak has achieved in science and education, other states can also aspire to,' he added. Officially kicked off on May 3, the National Science Week 2025 will run until November.
Barnama
05-05-2025
- Science
- Barnama
"Kembara Sains Borneo" Brings PSN Closer To Schools In Sabah, Sarawak
KUCHING, May 5 (Bernama) -- The National Science Centre (PSN) will deploy its exhibition bus to 30 selected locations across Sabah and Sarawak as part of the 'Kembara Sains Borneo (KSB)' programme in conjunction with the 2025 National Science Week. PSN director Mohammad Fuad Rahman said the exhibition bus, known as PSN Trooperz On The Move, is equipped with 20 interactive exhibition spaces specially designed to spark students' interest in science. "This initiative provides an opportunity for students who may not have the chance to visit the National Science Centre in the capital to experience it firsthand through the mobile exhibition brought directly to their location," he told reporters after the launch of the 2025 National Science Week programme here last night. He said the main focus of KSB is to bring students in remote and rural areas closer to the National Science Centre. "The selection of schools for the programme includes those in urban, rural, and interior areas, while participating students will range from primary to secondary school levels. 'For this KSB, we are not moving alone. We are collaborating with strategic partners, namely the National Planetarium, Akademik Sains Malaysia, Yayasan Inovasi Malaysia, and Petrosains,' he added. He said KSB does not solely focus on students but also engages Science and Mathematics teachers through dedicated training programmes designed to enhance teaching skills and knowledge. According to a statement from the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), two flagship outreach programmes, the Kembara Sains Borneo dan Rehlah Sains, will be key highlights under the 2025 National Science Week initiative. These initiatives are part of MOSTI's strategic efforts to ensure the benefits of making science, technology, and innovation (STI) a culture reach all layers of society, including rural, suburban, and remote communities.
Barnama
04-05-2025
- Science
- Barnama
National Science Week 2025 Reaches Rural Students Through Kembara Sains Borneo
KOTA SAMARAHAN, May 4 (Bernama) -- The National Science Week (MSN), which starts today and runs until the end of the year, will reach out to students in rural and remote areas through the Kembara Sains Borneo programme. Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang said the programme aims to spark students' interest in science and technology, particularly among those with limited access to quality education. 'Thirty rural schools in Sabah and Sarawak have been selected for this initiative, which is expected to benefit around 30,000 students, with 14 schools in Sarawak and 16 in Sabah,' he told reporters after launching the 2025 National Science Week at the Universiti Teknologi MARA campus here tonight. In his speech, Chang noted that this year marks the eighth edition of the event since it was first introduced in 2018. 'This initiative reflects MOSTI's ongoing commitment to embedding science, technology, and innovation into the daily lives of all Malaysians,' he said. 'To maintain the momentum of past successes, MOSTI is continuing its comprehensive approach to MSN by extending physical activities to grassroots communities through on-ground programmes across much of Borneo and Peninsular Malaysia,' said Chang. He added that the implementation of MSN aligns with the Malaysia MADANI vision, which emphasises creativity, one of the six key pillars of MADANI, aimed at preparing the nation by adopting advanced technologies such as AI, robotics, automation and big data. 'Due to the positive response last year, MOSTI is targeting over 300,000 participants for MSN 2025, with more than 50 engaging activities planned to ensure the programme remains impactful, relevant and inclusive for all target groups,' he said. Chang also noted that the MADANI government is committed to strengthening the STEM talent pipeline in line with national efforts to produce more local professionals and achieve high-tech nation status by 2030.
