Science and Technology Research Fund
Supporting young Malaysian researchers in the natural sciences with financial backing of up to RM60,000 per project. Apply now and fuel your research journey.
🔍 Quick Snapshot
- Provider: Malaysia Toray Science Foundation (MTSF)
- Deadline: 31 May 2025, 23:59 MYT
- Type: Research Grant
- Funding: Up to RM60,000 per project | 10–15 grants/year
- Target Group: Malaysians under 40 in natural sciences (excluding clinical medicine & mathematics)
- Start Date: Nov–Dec 2025 (post-ceremony)
🌱 About the Grant
The MTSF Science & Technology Research Grant aims to elevate Malaysia's scientific capabilities by empowering young researchers to explore innovative basic research in the natural sciences. The grant excludes clinical medicine and mathematics but promotes studies across chemistry, biology, physics, and environmental science. Funds may be used for equipment, materials, and essential research-related costs. Grant recipients will also showcase their work at the MTSF Grant Research Symposium.
✅ Eligibility
- Malaysian citizen under age 40
- Involved in basic research in natural sciences
- Affiliated with a Malaysian research institution
- Residing in Malaysia
- Individual or group projects eligible
🎁 Grant Benefits
- Funding of up to RM60,000 per project
- Recognition at MTSF Grant Research Symposium
- Visibility and credibility in Malaysia’s scientific ecosystem
📝 How to Apply
- Download the application form from the MTSF Grant Page
- Complete the form and obtain institutional endorsements
- Scan and name it as: STRG-[YourName]-[Institution]-2025
- Upload via the online submission portal
- Receive an acknowledgement email with reference number upon submission
📅 Timeline
- Opens: January 2025
- Closes: 31 May 2025
- Shortlisting: July 2025
- Interviews & Selection: September 2025
- Award Ceremony: November–December 2025
- Research Period: 12 months from ceremony
- Final Report Due: 15 March 2027
🧪 Ready to Lead Malaysian Scientific Innovation?
Submit your proposal to MTSF and drive meaningful research in the natural sciences. Deadline: 31 May 2025.
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Visit: mtsf.org
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