Mahathir Science Award of 100,000$ 2018

The Academy of Sciences in Malaysia is inviting scientists, institutions and organisations from all over the world to apply for the Mahathir Science Award in recognition of contributions and innovations towards solving problems in the tropics through science and technology and to be awarded to the most deserving based on merit. The selection of candidates is based on the originality of each candidate’s achievements, the impact of candidate’s achievements, including future impact and its significance in solving the problems of the tropics by improving the quality of life and contributing to the region’s prosperity.

This award will be given to researchers who have made internationally recognised breakthroughs in pioneering tropical research in the following fields:

[1] Tropical Agriculture

[2] Tropical Architecture and Engineering

[3] Tropical Medicine

[4] Tropical Natural Resources

Selection criteria:

[1] Significant research & studies contributing to new knowledge in solving problems in the tropics

[2] Demonstrable evidence of significant socio and societal impact

[3] Contribution to policy and governance leading to sustainable improvement to quality of life

[4] National, regional and international recognition (to consider whether same work nominated has previously been recognised)

[5] H-index or equivalent