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Future Forward: Built to Last

INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF MALAYSIAN SCHOLARS

Date

Sat, 17 Oct 2026

Time

01:30 PM - 04:45 PM
GMT+10:00 - Australia/Melbourne

Location

Glyn Davis Building (Building 133) at the University of Melbourne's Parkville campus, 3010, Victoria, Australia

Future Forward is a career development initiative connecting Malaysian students and young professionals with industry professionals through engaging events, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. It helps participants gain real-world insights, explore career pathways, build professional connections, and learn from established professionals across various fields.

About the Organiser

INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF MALAYSIAN SCHOLARS

ICMS is a non-profit organisation that focuses on developing Malaysian youths in their leadership capabilities, intellectual rigour, and career pathways. Our network of talented Malaysians provides resources and professional networking opportunities to inspire and enhance the leadership, organisational and social capacities of our Associates. We serve as a common platform for passionate, enthusiastic Malaysians studying abroad and locally to meet, interact and exchange ideas with one another across all frontiers to create a truly international Malaysian student community. ICMS currently spans across five chapters, including students from countries such as North America, the United Kingdom, Australia, Hong Kong and Malaysia.

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Agenda

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Incentives Templer Park International School

40% scholarship of tuition fees + Zero application fee (worth RM 1000) + Zero registration fee (worth RM 4000)

Incentives Oasis International School

100% Waiver of Registration Fee (RM10,000 value)

Incentives Sri KDU

50% rebate off the Application Fee

Incentives Straits International School

100% OFF Application & Registration fees + 10% OFF Annual School Fees

Savings of over RM10,000 plus additional benefits

NOTES

For new students at any ISP (International School Partnership) School in Malaysia

Incentives Tenby Schools

100% OFF Application & Registration fees + 10% OFF Annual School Fees

Savings of over RM10,000 plus additional benefits

NOTES

For new students at any ISP (International School Partnership) School in Malaysia

Incentives Asia Pacific Schools

100% OFF Application & Registration fees + 10% OFF Annual School Fees

Savings of over RM10,000 plus additional benefits

NOTES

For new students at any ISP (International School Partnership) School in Malaysia

Incentives Taylor’s International School

100% waiver of Registration Fees

Savings up to RM20,000

NOTES

Only for new enrollments into any of Taylor’s International School (Branch Kuala Lumpur / Puchong) from now until 31 December 2023

Incentives Nexus International School

100% waiver of Registration Fees

Savings up to RM20,000

NOTES

Only for new enrollments into any of Nexus International School from now until 31 December 2023

Incentives Gardens International School

100% waiver of Registration Fees

Savings up to RM20,000

NOTES

Only for new enrollments into any of Gardens International School from now until 31 December 2023

Dr Catheryn Lim

Who is Dr Catheryn Lim?

Currently a Senior Research Fellow at Matthew Wood group and Chair, Early-Mid Career Researchers Committee at Department of Paediatrics, University of Oxford. Received her Ph.D., Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry from UNSW Dr. Lim is now working on understanding disease mechanisms and developing genetic treatments for neuromuscular diseases. Two of these strategies are now at later stages of development where she is collaborating with industrial partners to optimise the strategies in preparation for first-in-human clinical trials.

Woman with safety glasses resting on her head, working with a microscope in a laboratory
Connect with Malaysian talent: Dr. Catheryn Lim, a researcher who developed genetic and gene therapies
Man standing in front of a TV giving a presentation to seated audience members

Format of the sharing session

The participants for the session consisted of students and academicians coming from various biological and related sciences background.

During the session, Dr. Lim shared about her experience and journey in the research world and delved into the new developments being made in genetic treatments (specifically in neuromuscular diseases). She also shared some tips and advice on how to be active in the biotechnology research industry.

Outcome

The session has exposed 183 participants to new development in genetic treatments (specifically in neuromuscular diseases).

Dr Aid Fawzal

Who is Dr Aid Fawzal?

Experienced CFD Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the automotive, energy and oil & gas industries. Strong professional background with a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical, Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering from Coventry University. Invented a constant number which is called the Fawzal Number (Fa) which is used to optimize supercar’s cooling system.

Dr. Aid Fawzal posing and smiling for a photograph
Dr Aid Fawzal wearing a helmet sitting in a modified car at a racetrack pit lane

Format of the sharing session

Our participants consist of students from various engineering field and various level of studies, from bachelor’s degree to PhD.

During the session, Dr Aid shared with us the step-by-step process involved in designing a car using a simulation software where he explained why certain components are designed in such ways and the importance of each component. He also shared some tips to students who are planning to go into the automotive field.

Outcome

The session has benefited 284 participants with new knowledge and exposure to the automotive world and inspire our future engineers to pursue and improve our automotive industry.

Samantha Chong

In 2022, we collaborated with KL City Opera and organised a masterclass with Samantha Chong, a Malaysian mezzo-soprano based in Hong Kong

Samantha Chong and a co-presenter on stage behind a microphone stand with multiple news outlet name boards attached
Samantha Chong holding glasses in her hand while standing on stage
Samantha Chong and a group of performers in colorful outfits celebrating on stage during a show

Objective

To develop the performing arts scene in Malaysia via a collaboration with a leading name in classical Italian opera.

Format of the masterclass

The masterclass was held over 2 days, where 4 participants were selected to perform an aria or duet. Samantha then provided verbal and demonstrative feedback to each participant for 7-9 minutes each, which included song and scene interpretation, and stage presence.

Outcome

Samantha made a conscious effort to focus her sharing NOT on singing, but on the various aspects of performance, something that Malaysian performers lacked. So, MyCollabs acted as a medium for her to guide the students in navigating the world of classical opera, including dealing with different stakeholders like conductors, music directors and repetiteurs.

The students, on the other hand, received a rare opportunity to undergo a masterclass conducted by a seasoned performer for free. They could then use the knowledge they gained to enhance their opera skills and hopefully, pursue a career as full-time professional opera singers, something which is a rarity in Asia.