Malaysian researcher wins Japan award, her work may lead to vaccines for dengue and Zika


PETALING JAYA: Malaysian researcher Dr Moi Meng Leng (pic) has become the first foreign researcher to be granted the Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development (AMED) Award for her contributions in the regional control of infectious diseases.

Dr Moi, who is currently working with the Institute of Tropical Medicine in Nagasaki University, was accorded the award from the Japanese Prime Minister’s office in Tokyo on Thursday (Dec 24).

Limited time offer:
Just RM5 per month.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM5/month

Billed as RM5/month for the 1st 6 months then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Nation

MULTIMEDIA: FRIM: The Forest That Sprang From Nothing
INTERACTIVE: Get to know Malaysia’s Unesco treasures
KL ranked 22nd for remote work
Many flights grounded, but it’s business as usual in Sarawak
Addendum order issue under Pardons Board purview, says PM
Pawnshops need help to stay afloat
Take domestic abuse seriously
Ornamental fish industry gets shot in the arm
MEF: FWAs can benefit both employers and workers
A wake-up call for banks

Others Also Read