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3July2020
10 Jobs That Require a Bachelor of Biotechnology

Are you considering enrolling for a biotechnology degree? For high school graduates, biotechnology is one of the areas that can open the door to many future opportunities. There is no way you are going to be confined to a pharmaceutical company or forced to work as a technician for medical devices. As a biotechnologist, you can choose to work in clinical laboratories, regulatory bodies, private companies, and government agencies. In this article, we will introduce you to 10 careers you can pursue as a graduate of Bachelor of Biotechnology.  

1. Biomedical Engineer

As a Biomedical Engineer, you are required to be very innovative. You will have to analyze problems and design solutions to medical and biological problems. Your work will lead to the development of innovative devices, equipment, or computer software. A biomedical engineer develops advanced analytical, diagnostic, and therapeutic solutions and works in a laboratory or hospital.  

2. Biochemist

Biochemistry is concerned with studying the molecules of life. As a biochemist, you will be concerned with aspects such as cell development, disease, growth and heredity. You will also be required to solve different biological problems. As part of your job, you will be studying biological processes intending to develop new techniques for detecting metabolites. When you discover something new, you will write a scientific article or report about it.  

3. Microbiologist

Microbiology is the study of algae, bacteria, protozoa, viruses, and other microorganisms. As a microbiologist, your work will be geared towards solving problems related to agriculture, climate, environment, and health. Using knowledge of various microorganisms, you will create solutions for the control, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of infectious diseases. Female scientist in a medical laboratory

4. Biological Technician

Biological Technicians work in laboratories doing scientific experiments, tests and analysis. They assist biologists, microbiologists and scientists in their work. In addition to research, they also clean lab equipment to prevent cross-contamination of substances. Their duties may involve identifying organisms, studying microbes, separating proteins and administering newly-developed medicine.  

5. Biotechnology Professor

Why not? With a Bachelor of Biotechnology in Malaysia, you can go ahead and become a professor at a university. However, you will be required to advance your education to the doctorate level. As a professor, you will teach students, perform research, and develop scholarly articles. You will work in a vocational school, community college, professional school, or university.  

6. Food Scientist

Food science is concerned with ascertaining the safety of food by studying its chemical, microbiological and physical properties. It is a multi-disciplinary science that borrows heavily from chemistry, engineering, microbiology and so on. Your work will be concerned with discovering safe food packaging, preservation, storage and distribution methods. You may work in advertising, quality control or be a production supervisor or research and development specialist. Sprouts growing in petri dish

7. Medical Scientist

The work of a Medical Scientist is to research and study human conditions and diseases. They carry out experiments on infectious organisms that may cause the deterioration of human health. Like medical doctors, they are also concerned with the function of human body parts and their relationship to disease. With that kind of knowledge, they can come up with possible treatments for various diseases.  

8. Animal Scientist

Animal Scientists are concerned with understanding how domestic animals and livestock function biologically. In cattle, they aim to establish the most efficient way of producing milk and meat. They focus on aspects such as diseases, genetics, growth, nutrition and reproduction to improve production. In this line of work, you will be based in industry, government sectors or a university.  

9. Genetic Engineer

Genetic engineering is the manipulation or altering of the DNA of organisms to improve their attributes. It is an intricate job that involves removing or adding components of DNA to create something entirely new. For example, Genetic Engineers have used their skills and knowledge to overcome hereditary problems and find treatments for diseases. You can start with a Bachelor of Biotechnology and advance to PhD. Female chemist working at a hospital lab while wearing protective gear. Around the researcher we have a microtiter plate and a petri dishes while she is holding a volumetric flask and a dropper. Image created with very shallow depth of field. Focus point is on the volumetric flask

10. Biotechnology Entrepreneur

If you do not want to seek employment, why not start your own business? After years of experience, you might have discovered a new way of doing things. Or, you might have come up with a new product. You can put it out there for people to buy. However, you should be able to raise capital for your venture. To beat the competition, you need to continually innovate new products.   As you can see, there are many careers you can pursue after acquiring a biotechnology degree. AIMST University in Malaysia offers one of the best biotechnology degree programmes in Malaysia. For more information about this course, click Contact Us to know more.

1July2020
What to Expect When Starting Your Diploma in Nursing Course

Do you have plans to take a nursing course in Malaysia? Nursing is indeed a noble profession. After graduating, rewards and benefits can be endless. Many students are usually anxious during their first days, months, or year in nursing school. Understandably, the course is broad and can be challenging. However, starting your diploma in Nursing in Malaysia doesn't have to be a step into the unknown. It doesn't always have to be a challenging experience.   In this blog post, we'll explain what you should expect when starting your diploma in the nursing course in Malaysia, and how to better prepare for them.  

1. Get ready to attend lots of hands-on and practical classes 

Starting your nursing diploma in Malaysia, you should expect lots of hands-on experience. Be ready to leverage opportunities to do things and gain the relevant clinical expertise needed to excel in your profession. During each semester, you will attend theoretical classes before you can participate in practical lessons. In the practical course, you will be required to carry out clinical procedures on dummies or mannequins, like IV insertion and injection. As a nursing student, you will be required to achieve a minimum mark for both theoretical and practical classes to move on to the next semester. A nursing tutor is guiding a group of Muslim student nurses in the hospital with medical advise.

2. Expect practical placements

Every student nurse gets excited about practical placements. Usually, because this is where you get to see what the job looks like in the real world. In practical placements, you will be posted to different settings throughout your nursing course. The goal of this is for you to gain knowledge of the different types of nursing. When you qualify, you will have an idea of which area you'd like to specialize in. Placements can last anywhere between 5 to 10 weeks or longer. During placement, you are expected to engage fully in nursing activities as well as observe clinical procedures to build your skills and knowledge. On each placement, you will be assigned to a "nurse mentor" who is responsible for ensuring you achieve the aim of your placement.  

3. Get ready to be proactive and find solutions for patients 

As a nursing student, you should prepare to learn vital skills like communication and problem-solving during your course of study. Working on patients will be part of your critical responsibilities during practical placement. At some point, you may encounter patients who come up with their diagnosis or deny that they need any treatment. At such a point, you may get angry and ignore the patient. However, bear in mind that anger won't solve the issue. Here is where your communication and problem-solving skills should be activated. You will be expected to assess the situation and come up with feasible solutions. If the situation gets overwhelming, talk to your senior nurse on a suitable course of action. The experienced senior nurses are there to guide and provide you with the necessary assistance. Beautiful mixed race woman with black hair wearing a blue medical scrub uniform along with a stethoscope while studying

4. Get ready to read — a lot 

When you start your diploma in the nursing course in Malaysia, you should be aware that it requires an adequate level of knowledge in the field. Therefore, reading is a must! During nursing school, it is easy to become overwhelmed by the number of books and notes available to you. However, there's a way to surmount this — organisation. The organisation should be your watchword in nursing school. Have a system that helps you become organised — an app, calendar, or paper-based organiser. Plan your reading schedule by the day, week, and semester (if you can go that far ahead). Also, a study group can help motivate you to read and fill in your gaps of knowledge. a nurse is attending to a saline drip on a hospital ward

5. Expect to be busier than usual

You can mentally prepare for how busy you'll be, but you won't know – to what degree – until the first few weeks in nursing school. Many nurses attribute nursing school as one of the busiest periods in their life. After your first semester, you should have foreknowledge of precisely what to expect in the coming years. It doesn't mean you won't have a life. It is equally important to take some time out and do other things you would love to do. However, the life you had before nursing school would be different from the life you have when starting your diploma in nursing in Malaysia.   Finally, to assess your learning process in nursing school, you will be required to write essays, examinations, and do presentations. The number of essays, exams, and presentations will vary depending on the university. If you still have any doubts left regarding pursuing a diploma in the nursing course, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us at Contact Us.

26June2020
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10June2020
Free Live Webinar

Greetings from Centre for Lifelong Learning. Wondered how your smartwatch or even handphones can detect the number of steps you have walked in a day? Internet of Things (IoT) is everything that is connected to the internet, in other words, we consider them 'smart'. IoT offers us the opportunity to be more efficient in how we do things, saving us time, money and often emissions in the process. It allows companies, governments and public authorities to re-think how they deliver services and produce goods. Centre for Lifelong Learning, AIMST University would like to invite you to join our webinar to get insights on the emerging careers which involves IoT & how you can leverage on IoT as an individual, business or organization. Click this link to register: Post Covid - Emerging Career in IoT - Free Live Webinar Registration For more details, please WhatsApp Mr. Karuna : 011-58664500

6June2020
What Can You Do with a Medical Degree?

Did you just obtained your MBBS in Malaysia and wondering what can you do with your medical degree? Or, are you a student who just completed your STPM or A-Level and thinking about choosing to study medicine at a University? Medicine offers a plethora of options for practice — from traditional private training to government teaching hospital settings. Although a lot of people choose medicine as their profession because they want to care for patients, there are a lot more you can do with your medical degree. Below are just a few roles open to medical graduates.

  1. Health Journalists

Journalism is usually a highly competitive niche; people with scientific credentials and experience would always have the edge over journalists who mostly come from the arts or social science field. Some medics usually take on health journalism as an addition rather than an alternative to their clinical jobs. However, keep in mind that you may have to gain extra qualifications (usually a short training course) or experience to make a successful journalism career.  

  1. Research

As a MBBS, MD, or MD-PhD degree holder, you can choose to pursue your career as a physician. Depending on your interest, you can choose from several disciplines, including laboratory science, clinical research, and health services research. Medical researchers often work at academic medical centres, the pharmaceutical industry, or government agencies. If you choose to be a medical researcher, you should endeavour to maximize your research experiences during medical school, or by participating in summer research internships.a male working in lab

  1. Teaching

If you have the passion for teaching, you can use your medical degree to educate the younger generation. You could choose to teach basic science courses to first and second-year medical students or teach clinical skills to third and fourth-year medical students. Other options include supervising student research projects, training resident doctors in their chosen area of specialization.  

  1. Medical Consultants

Consultants act as advisors to organizations and individuals who need assistance in analyzing the accuracy of their use of medical terms and individuals who need real medical solutions for their health. Medical consultants can review advertisements, marketing campaigns, manuscripts, screenplays, and more. They are also hired to help design hospitals and other medical facilities.  

  1. Hospital Administration

A medical degree will give you an edge should you decide to apply for administrative positions in a hospital. Medical doctors can become executives at any hospital, including medical directors, executive directors, etc. Medical doctors who work in administration help to increase the efficiency of physicians and encourage an environment that makes patients more comfortable, and also ensure a smooth operation between different departments. Hospital administrators work to supervise the daily operations of the hospital, including, but not limited to, management of facility services and practices, personnel, finances, and quality assurance. a male doctor working at desk

  1. Business Leadership

Medical executives lead and manage health care organizations like hospital systems, medical schools, and insurance companies in a bid to help them fulfill their mission and reach their goals. These positions can be found in every sector of health care and include CEOs, chiefs of staff, and chief medical officers. In this career path, joint degrees in health administration (MHA) or business administration (MBA) can be valuable. Business leaders will spend most of their time on administrative duties, with less time for research, patient care, or teaching.   There are still many other options in using your medical degree beyond the careers mentioned above. A growing number of medical graduates are choosing alternative careers such as political advocacy, medical informatics, and many more. To obtain further information on the medical degree programme, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our friendly counsellors.

5June2020
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5June2020
9 In-demand Engineering Job Opportunities in the Future

Engineers turn the theoretical aspects of study into something practical. They take the discoveries of physical sciences and turn that into something tangible. Engineers contribute a significant quota in making civilization possible. This is why engineering job have always been and will continue to be in-demand in Malaysia and other parts of the globe. However, some engineering industries will have higher demand in the future compared to others. Here are nine in-demand engineering job opportunities for the future.  

  1. Automation and Robotics Engineering

With the constant push for automation in different industries, there's more and more demand for automation and robotics. Robotic systems have evolved in the past decade and gone beyond carrying out simple repetitive tasks. Robotics engineers help to design, test, and develop robots for diverse tasks and applications. Robotic engineers are usually mechanical, electronics, or mechatronics engineers.  

  1. Civil Engineering

Civil engineers are responsible for building the structures we see around and this is going to continue for a long time as there’s always a need to build, renovate and maintain houses, roads, bridges, and other structures. Subcategories of civil engineering include other fields like structural engineering, environmental engineering, and transportation engineering.  

  1. Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Electrical engineering is another field that has shown tremendous growth in past years and will continue to grow as generations come and go! Electrical and electronic engineers are needed in almost every industry, including petroleum, telecom, hospitals, etc. Because electrical engineering is a fairly broad field with many possible specializations, it will remain in high demand for hundreds of years to come. Students can make a good career in this field with a diploma in electrical and electronic engineering in Malaysia or with similar advance degrees.  

  1. Alternative Energy Engineering

In recent years, there's been a growing demand for renewable/alternative energy across the globe. Government policies are boosting this market, making the demand for things like solar and wind energy rise at a steady rate. Therefore, energy engineers will continue to be in-demand as the world continues to combat global warming. There are also job opportunities to become a Photovoltaic Installers. Engineers in this field assemble, install, and maintain solar panel setups of both individual and commercial owners. With the governments of the world under pressure to reduce their carbon emissions, which has led to global warming, the demand for photovoltaic installers will continue to grow. Students will need a degree such as a Bachelor or Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical and Electronic Engineering and a master degree in Energy Engineering to qualify to be an alternative/renewable energy engineer. one female and male doing inspection at solar panels plants

  1. Mining Engineering

Everything that has ever been built, and ever will be built, requires raw materials. This automatically makes mining engineers very important to humanity. Mining engineers are responsible for designing open pit and underground mines and also supervise the mining operation and construction. Engineers in this field are also involved in the design of processing and the transportation of the raw materials.  

  1. Chemical Engineering

Chemical engineers deploy their knowledge to solve challenges in the production of fuels, medical, pharmaceutical, food, and other industries. There's always a demand for chemical engineers in the manufacturing and food production industry — to maintain and improve production rates and reduce waste. With developments in nanotechnology, alternative/renewable energy, and biotechnology, the demand for chemical engineers continues to skyrocket as they're needed to serve businesses of this nature.  

  1. Petroleum Engineering

Petroleum engineering has been in demand for decades and will continue to be because there will always be a need for oil and other petroleum-based products. Even with the push for electric vehicles and clean energy sources, oil is still valued highly because it's still needed across different industries. Therefore, until there's a complete switch to a cleaner source of energy, petroleum engineers will always be needed — which is unlikely to happen over the coming decades.  

  1. Software Engineering

Software engineering has been on the upward trend for the past few decades, and there is no sign of slowing down. As more people rely on smart devices, the demand for software engineers will only increase. Software engineers are professionals in computer science who use their knowledge of engineering principles and programming languages to develop software, computer games, and run network control systems.  

  1. Biomedical Engineering or Bioengineering

Engineers in this field apply engineering principles in the areas of biology and health care. Bioengineers work with doctors, researchers, and other medics to develop equipment and devices to solve health problems. Bioengineers have invented different life-enhancing and life-saving technologies such as prosthetics, artificial organs, implants, etc. lab assistant see from microscope As explained above, you can see that there are numerous opportunities in different engineering fields that will continue to grow in the future. There's also a possibility that an engineer in a particular field will be employed to work in other engineering fields. To obtain further information on diploma and degree in an engineering programme as well as other job opportunities, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our friendly counsellors.

4June2020
Job Opportunities When You Have a Pharmacy Degree

The healthcare sector is a scalable industry with diverse career options available to anyone with the right qualification. As well as working in a community or as a hospital pharmacist, opportunities are also available for students who have a Diploma or Bachelor of Pharmacy to work on areas like academics, pharmaceutical, and regulatory bodies.  

  1. Clinic Pharmacy Practice

Clinical pharmacists are vital members of the health care system whose contributions have been shown to improve patient outcomes while being cost-effective. Pharmacists also work in partnership with physicians to assume responsibility for medication therapy management — for patients with chronic conditions like diabetes, asthma, etc. They do this intending to help patients achieve a desired therapeutic outcomes with the use of the appropriate medications, diet, and lifestyle.  

  1. Community Pharmacy

Pharmacists aren't just limited to dispensing medicines or monitoring patients for adverse effects and interacting medicines. They also provide counselling services like a proper selection of over-the-counter medicines and referrals to other health care professionals. Some pharmacists are also knowledgeable in alternative medication.  

  1. Governmental Agencies

Governmental agencies in the local, state, and federal level like the Food and Drug agencies, health Institutes, military, etc. require the services of skilled pharmacists. Many graduates with a degree in Pharmacy can be found working in the hospitals and clinics within these agencies.  

  1. Home Health Care

Many patients receive professional medical care away from hospitals. They are cared for in their homes through the home health care system. Pharmacists who work in this field provide medications like intravenous antibiotics, pain management medications supplements, etc. Home care pharmacists also monitor the patient's progress as he or she responds to treatment and adjust therapy as needed. nurse giving tablet to a patient

  1. Pharmaceutical Industry

The pharmaceutical industry recognizes the need for skilled and proficient graduates among its ranks. Because of their knowledge in drug therapy and the health care delivery system, pharmacy graduates in Malaysia are actively recruited by major pharmaceutical companies in the areas of research and development, drug isolation, synthesis to the formulation, packaging, and quality control.  

  1. Pharmacoeconomics

The industry is in constant demand for pharmacy degree holders in Malaysia specialized in pharmacoeconomics. This presents a wealth of opportunities for graduates of Pharmaceutical Economics and Policy programme. Bachelor of Pharmacy graduates usually opt for academic positions at university schools of pharmacy, in public administration, or medicine. There is also keen interest from governmental agencies, health care consulting organizations, international organizations, etc.  

  1. Pharmaceutical Sales Executives

Pharmacists who choose this profession are responsible for the promotion of a pharmaceutical company’s products and services to clients in the healthcare sector. A pharmaceutical sales executive will also be responsible for describing the chemistry of a particular medication, how the medicine works, side effects, and reactions with other drugs. Hence, an understanding of pharmacology would be useful for students who intend to choose this field.  

  1. Regulatory Pharmacists

Pharmacists in this field are responsible for obtaining approval from local regulatory authorities to sell and market pharmaceutical products. They act as middlemen between pharmaceutical companies and the local regulatory bodies to ensure that products are safe, of good quality, and efficacious. The job description of a regulatory pharmacist will have you involved with a lot of details where you will be scrutinizing scientific and legal documents.  

  1. Nuclear Pharmacists

Nuclear pharmacists are clinical specialists who work specifically with radioactive drugs at a nuclear specialty pharmacy to diagnose and treat specific diseases. A nuclear pharmacist under the direction of a physician can compound and dispense radioactive drugs to medical providers. Being a nuclear pharmacist also involves analyzing drugs for verification and strength. two white male lab assistants working in lab Both undergraduates and bachelors of Pharmacy in Malaysia have an opportunity to pursue a wide range of single or joint degree combinations with the Bachelor of Pharmacy to prepare themselves for any of the areas mentioned above. To obtain further information on the pharmacy degree programme, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our friendly counsellors.

3June2020
Foundation in Business Might Be the Best Option for You

Most SPM school leavers often wonder if they should take a foundational course in business before they join a business degree program. Truthfully, numerous benefits come with doing a foundation in business in Malaysia. Here’s everything you need to know about the foundation in the business course, as well as essential details you need to consider before you make the decision.  

What is Foundation in Business?

A business degree covers diverse majors, including Finance, Accounting, Administration, Marketing, International Business, etc. Therefore, a foundation in business focuses on business-related courses by emphasizing on the various majors in business.  

The Structure of Foundation in Business

As opposed to how A-Level and other preparatory courses are administered, a foundation in business is conducted by the university. The subjects offered by the university are business-related — revolving around topics like Accounting, Economics, Marketing, Business Mathematics, etc. Some universities offer both core and electives, which means that you have the option of choosing your subjects. However, some universities offer only fixed subjects. The assessment structure usually depends on the university offering the foundation courses. However, you should expect a combination of assignments, tests, and examinations. an female Indian student writing during online class

Why Would Foundation in Business Benefits You?

  1. Head start in Learning Business-related Subjects

In taking a foundation in a business course, it exposes you to diverse business topics like Accounting, Economics, and Marketing. The exposure would help you when you have completed your foundation and need to make crucial decisions like choosing your business major. With the many degrees surrounding business, a foundation in business in Malaysia will provide you with a good idea of what you will be learning during the main degree program.  

  1. Proper Preparation for a Business Degree

Foundation in Business is organized to equip you with the vital knowledge and skills needed to earn a business degree. Because of this, you will find it easy to transition into your business degree program, especially if you continue in the same school. At some universities, you may have the advantage of lower entry requirements compared to other pre-university courses.  

  1. The Quickest Way to Enter a Business-related Degree

Some foundation in business classes takes about 12 months to complete, which is a relatively quick way to gain admission into the university when compared to taking a preparatory course, such as A-Level. If you intend to complete your education faster, taking a foundation in the business course is the right way to go. a female student raising her hand during class

So, who should enrol for a foundation in a business course?

These four categories of people should consider enrolling for a foundation in the business course:
  1. People who are confident they want to pursue a business-related degree
  2. Graduates of other courses who intend to pursue a business-related degree
  3. Students who want to get a head start in learning business-related subjects
  4. Students looking for a quick route to gain admission into the university and major in business.
The courses in the foundation in business are tailored to help you on a direct pathway to your choice of professional degree. Your development will be monitored via regular assessments and feedback. When you attain the required grades needed to complete the program successfully, you can seamlessly progress into advanced learning and major in any of the branches of business. To obtain further information on the business foundation program, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our friendly counsellors.  

15May2020
LET’S FIRE-UP WITH 3 MINUTES VIDEO CHALLENGE

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  • All AIMST Students and Staffs.
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  • Entries must not be the re-edited versions of other works.
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11May2020
AIMST Biotech Alumnus recognized by Forbes in their ‘30 under 30 Asia’ 2020 list

Dr Ashiwin Vadiveloo Dr Ashiwin Vadiveloo, 29 was recently recognized by Forbes as one of Asia’s changemakers by being placed in their ‘30 under 30 Asia’ 2020 list for his contribution to the field of healthcare and science. He is currently a postdoctoral research fellow at the Algae Research and Development Centre, Murdoch University in Australia. The Kedah-born researcher completed his B.Sc. (Hons) Biotechnology degree at AIMST University and was immediately accepted into the PhD degree program at Murdoch University. During his postgraduate study, he was selected as the Top Ten Finalist for the 2014 and 2015 MASCA-EMA Award for Excellence in the Field of Life Sciences and Health Care, winning the overall award in 2015. In the same year, he also won the prestigious BASF Asia Pacific PhD Challenge. In 2019, he received the BP Advancing Energy Award to be a delegate speaker at the 2019 One Young World Summit in London. His work is focused on microalgae and ways that the unicellular species can be used for the treatment of wastewater and in the sustainable production of bioenergy. To be included in the Forbes Asia list, Dr Ashiwin has not only shown that his research creates a significant impact in science, but also demonstrated leadership and entrepreneurial spirit that are synonymous with the Forbes brand. All nominations are vetted by industry veterans and Forbes journalists from across the region before a determination is made. In 2020, the final list of honorees was selected from over 3,500 nominations. “This recognition is very affirming of my career in science and provides a great deal of motivation to work harder in my chosen field. It is very inspiring to me to be included in the company of so many amazing young individuals who are working toward positive and significant change to the world,” reflects Dr Ashiwin Vadiveloo. Dr Ashiwin shared that his interest in microalgae research was spurred by what he learnt during his biotechnology degree at AIMST University, which covered subjects such as algal and fungal science and environmental biotechnology. The biotechnology degree provided him with a strong foundation to pursue a direct PhD degree at Murdoch University in Australia. Our teaching excellence and affordable fees are among the reasons why local and international students’ chooses AIMST University when comes to studying Bachelor of Biotechnology in Malaysia. The August and October 2020 intakes for B.Sc. (Hons) in Biotechnology and B.Sc. (Hons) in Bioinformatics is currently open for registration. AIMST University offers 100% tuition fee waiver for qualified SPM and O-level students for Foundation in Science leading to B.Sc. (Hons) Biotechnology and B.Sc. (Hons) Bioinformatics. This is indeed a golden opportunity for SPM, STPM and A level students who are wishing to pursue biotechnology as their career! For more information about the Bachelor in Biotechnology program, please contact Snr. Prof. M. Ravichandran, Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences, AIMST University (0129595269) and for admission please contact 04 429 8108. Source from Free Malaysia Today (FMT): Kedah boy makes ‘Forbes 30 under 30 Asia’ list for 2020

5May2020
Boost Your Imunity -The only way forward to fight the virus by Dr. Jenis Chhabra