The IUPAB/ABA satellite will be held after the IUPAC congress. The aim of the satellite is to bring together researchers in Southeast Asia involved in the biophysics field as a networking event to facilitate future interactions.
ABOUT
About IUPAB
The International Union for Pure and Applied Biophysics (IUPAB.ORG) was formed in Stockholm in 1961 as the International Organisation for Pure and Applied Biophysics. It was established as the International Union in 1966, when it became a member of the ICSU (International Council for Science) family. Affiliated to it are the national adhering bodies of 61 countries. Its function is to support research and teaching in biophysics. Its principal regular activity is the triennial International Congresses and General Assemblies.
About ABA
The ABA (Asian Biophysical Association) was founded in 2006 with the successive enrollment local biophysical societies: Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. The seven-member association has since continued to promote biophysical research and education in Asia through periodic organizations of symposia in association with the host member’s annual society meetings.
SPEAKERS
ABSTRACT GUIDELINES
Important Dates & Fees
Meeting: 19 - 20 July 2025
Abstract submission deadline: 30 June 2025
A limited number of Travel Bursaries are available. Application forms can be found here.
Early-bird travel bursary registration deadline: 25 April 2025
Standard fee structure:
Student participant: (MYR 150, approx. US$35/GBP 28/JPY 5100)
Regular participant: (MYR 250, approx. US$60/GBP 45/JPY 8500)
Template
The abstract is submitted together during the registration.
Guidelines for presenters
Poster size should be no larger than A0 size, portrait orientation. Adhesives will be provided on each on-site poster board.
Invited speakers will connect the presentation slides to a video projector by wireless connector/bluetooth.
Location & Venue
Venue
Level 15, USM@KL, MoF Inc. Tower, Platinum Park, No. 9, Persiaran KLCC,50088 Kuala Lumpur.
Phone: +603-2181 5208 (Administrative Office) / +603-2181 4966 (IT Helpdesk) / +60
12-390 5711 (Mr. Hafezie, Visa matters)
Email: sainskl@usm.my
Gmail: sains.usmkl@gmail.com
WA Business: +603-2181 5208
Google map from Petronas Twin Towers to USM@KL here (location of the IUPAB/ABA Biophysics Satellite event).
Public transport
KL International Airport to the Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC)/Petronas Twin Towers
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA):
Option 1: Train
Take KLIA Express to KL Sentral (tickets can be purchase on-site and online at https://www.kliaekspres.com/ ; 28 mins ride; train frequency: every 20 mins). *One can also travel between KLIA T1 and KLIA T2 (3 mins ride) using KLIA Express.
Once reached KL Sentral station, walk 50 meters from KLIA Express exit to Putra LRT entrance, take Putra LRT Kelana Jaya (KJ) Line to KLCC station (~15 mins, 6 stops; tickets can be purchased on-site; for more info: https://myrapid.com.my/bus-train/rapid-kl/lrt/ )
Once reached KLCC station, walk into Suria KLCC shopping mall (attached to the Petronas Twin Tower). The hotels recommended are located within the vicinity of the Twin Towers (up to 10 mins walk)
Option 2: Grab app.
Malaysians use the Grab app (akin to Uber and Lyft, e-hailing service; grab.com/my/) to anywhere. It is a slightly cheaper and convenient alternative to standard taxis.
Option 3: Taxis.
Can be found anywhere. Clearly marked as “Teksi”. Wave your hand should you need a service. The driver will pull over if the car is vacant.
Local transport
There are many light train network/stations in Kuala Lumpur. You can get the info here: https://myrapid.com.my/
Suggested Hotels
The Traders' Hotel, Kuala Lumpur City Centre 50088 Malaysia
Impiana Hotel, No 13, Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450, Malaysia
Ascott Kuala Lumpur (serviced apartment)
No 9 Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450, Malaysia
Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
12 Jalan Pinang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia
COMMITTEES
Organizers:
Martina Havenith
Bochum, Germany (IUPAB Councillor)
Taka Nishizaka
Tokyo, Japan (ABA President, IUPAB Councillor)
Siti Hawa Ngalim
(Universiti Sains Malaysia; Young Scientist Network – Academy
of Sciences Malaysia)
Local scientific committee:
Mohd Ifwat Mohd Ghazali
(Malaysia)
Siti Hawa Ngalim
(Malaysia)
Che Azurahanim Che Abdullah
(Malaysia)
Nusakinah Suardi
(Malaysia)
Normi Mohd Yahaya
(Malaysia)
Chong Kwok Feng
(Malaysia)
International scientific committee:
Frances Separovic
(Australia)
Peter Torok
(Singapore)
Winston Zhao
(Singapore)
Anthony Watts
(UK)
Chalermpol Kanchanawarin
(Thailand)
Jihye Seong
(Korea)
Huy Quang Tran
(Vietnam)
Nei-Li Chan
(Taiwan)
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