MSPTM 2023 Programme
Programme as of 7 March 2023 – Programme is subject to change without prior notice
Programme as of 7 March 2023 – Programme is subject to change without prior notice
Programme as of 7 March 2023 – Programme is subject to change without prior notice
Workshop Venue:
Room 107, School of Biological Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Google Location: https://goo.gl/maps/8GBtwDpKpSEscwf48
Programme as of 5 March 2023 – Programme is subject to change without prior notice
MSPTM 2023 Speakers
Tan Sri Dr Jemilah Mahmood
Executive Director, Sunway Centre for Planetary Health, Sunway University, Malaysia
Topic: Parasites and Pandemics: The Case for Planetary Health
Dr. Mahmood is a highly experienced medical professional and strong advocate for planetary health and sustainability.She has completed executive education at IMD Lausanne and Berkeley Law. She has over 20 years of experience in crisis management within health, disaster, and conflict settings. Currently, she is the Professor and Executive Director of the Sunway Centre for Planetary Health in Malaysia, as well as serving on multiple advisory councils for the Malaysian government. She is also the founder of MERCY Malaysia and has held high-level positions in international organizations, such as the IFRC and the United Nations. Dr. Mahmood has received numerous awards for her contribution to peace, community development, and humanitarian work.
Dr Leong Kar Nim
Infectious Diseases Consultant
Topic: Infectious Diseases Threats
Dr Leong Kar Nim is an infectious diseases physician currently practicing in Hospital Pulau Pinang. He is a member of the Royal College of Physician, Ireland since 2005 and completed his Infectious Diseases Fellowship training (Ministry of Health Malaysia) in 2010. He is also an Honorary Associate of the Victoria Infectious Diseases Service, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, Australia. Besides managing infectious diseases in the hospital, he is also involved in infection control and prevention. He is the chief editor of the National Consensus Guideline on antiretroviral therapy in 2015 and 2022. He is a contributor to the National Antibiotic Guidelines.
Dr. Low Lee Lee
Infectious Disease Physician, Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah
Topic: Current Challenges in the Management of Invasive Fungal Infections
-Infectious Disease Physician, working at Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah since 2011
-State coordinator for Antimicrobial Stewardship program
-State coordinator for Infection prevention and Control
-A member of the Malaysian Mycology Interest Group (MMIG), a working group which bring together clinicians and researchers with great interest in mycology, under the umbrella of Malaysian Society of infectious Diseases and chemotherapy (MSIDC).
-Board member of The Asia Fungal Working Group (AFWG), a group of infectious disease an mycology experts from Asian countries under International Society for Human and Animal Mycology (ISHAM)
-Member of MyICID (The Malaysian Society of Infection Control and Infectious Diseases
-Member of MAHSM (The Malaysian Society of HIV Medicine)
Prof. Dr. Russell Stothard
Professor of Medical Parasitology, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
Editor-in-Chief, Parasitology
Topic: Revealing Hybrid Schistosomes in Africa and One Health Connections in Malawi
Workshop Facilitator: Publishing in WOS Journals: Process, Tips & Tricks
Based at the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine from 2011, I am a medical parasitologist with a research focus on NTDs. My current expertise is in epidemiology and control schistosomiasis, undertaking multidisciplinary studies from snail ecology to molecular epidemiology. More broadly, I have advanced our understanding of key parasites and intermediate hosts/vectors thereof, to better tailor future interventions. My research has often translated into several WHO policy changes. I have presented, co-chaired and chaired several WHO expert committees of WHO Head Office/African Regional Office and assisted in WHO Guideline Review: Schistosomiasis.
Prof. Dr. Lee Chow Yang
Professor & Endowed Presidential Chair in Urban Entomology, University of California, Riverside
Topic: The Impacts of Climate Change on Public Health and Urban Pest Management
Chow-Yang Lee is the Professor and Endowed Presidential Chair in Urban Entomology at the University of California, Riverside, USA. His research involves understanding behavioral, ecological, and physiological adaptations of insect pests in the urban environment. He has published over 250 peer-reviewed papers and books and mentored 16 Ph.D. and 32 M.S students. He is one of the co-editors of the books: Biology and Management of the German Cockroach (2021) and Advances in the Biology and Management of Modern Bed Bugs (2018). Chow-Yang received many awards at international and national levels, including the Recognition Award in Medical, Urban and Veterinary Entomology (2022) from the Entomological Society of America, Distinguished Achievement Award in Urban Entomology (2022) from the National Conference on Urban Entomology (USA), 2012 Top Research Scientists Malaysia, Fulbright Scholarship (2002), and the National Young Scientist Award Malaysia (2000).
Dr. Mariana Binti Ahamad
Head, Unit of Acarology Institute For Medical Research (IMR) @ National Institutes Of Health (NIH) Malaysia
Topic: Tick-Borne Pathogens and the Neglect of Related Diseases in Malaysia
Dr Mariana Ahamad is a senior researcher with the Institute for Medical Research (IMR) and currently the Head of Acarology Unit, under the Infectious Diseases Research Centre. She is the subject matter expert for the identification of Acari (ticks and mites) of public health importance. Over the years, her scope of research is to understand the basics of Acari to their potential health risk, namely dust mite allergy, scabies, Scrub Typhus, Tick Typhus, human otoacariasis and tick-borne diseases. She gives lectures and training on laboratory and field techniques used in Acarology and at times serves as co-supervisors or consultants in the postgraduate research projects.
Prof. Dr.John Kevin Baird
Director, Oxford University Clinical Research Unit Indonesia
Topic: Pathophysiology of Plasmodium Vivax Malaria
Prof. Baird trained in microbiology (B.Sc. U. Maryland), protozoology and biochemistry (M.Sc. U. Maryland), and medical zoology (Ph.D. Tulane University). He served on active duty in the US Navy Medical Service Corps as a malaria specialist (1984-2006) with duty posts in USA, Indonesia, Philippines, Peru, and Ghana. He has directed the Oxford University Clinical Research Unit since its founding in 2008 on behalf of the University of Oxford and the Faculty of Medicine Universitas Indonesia. He leads a malaria research group focused on Plasmodium vivax pathophysiology, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and epidemiology.
Dr Faizah Hanim Binti Mohd Saeid
Director, Veterinary Research Institute, Perak
Topic: Research Initiatives for Livestock & Zoonotic Diseases in VRI
Dr. Faizah Hanim bt Mohd Saeid is currently the Director of Veterinary Research Institute, Ipoh, Perak. She graduated from Universiti Putra Malaysia then further study in The University of Queensland, Australia. She is interested in Virology Avian/Zoonotic diseases. Research on veterinary diagnostic technology of economic and zoonotic diseases and upgrading current animal vaccine.
Dr. Ishna Mallison
Business Manager AMEA (Quantabio)
ACCUFLEX Sponsored Session
Topic: Combining Crude Extraction with Inhibitor Tolerant Master Mixes for Simple and Sensitive Pathogen Detection
Ishna is the Quantabio Business Manager for AMEA. She holds a PhD in Chemical Biology from the University of Southampton, UK followed by a a post-doctoral position in the department of oncology at the University of Oxford, UK. Since, she has worked in the biotechnology field, developing NGS library preparation reagents and instruments and has extensive, hands-on experience with a wide range of NGS applications. Ishna joined Quantabio in 2020 as a field application specialist with a specialism in NGS. As business manager, she is now using these expertise to help our customers in the AMEA region find the right solution for their workflows.
| REGISTRATION TYPE | REGISTRATION FEE |
|---|---|
| MSPTM MEMBER | MYR 800.00 |
| NON-MSPTM MEMBER | MYR 900.00 |
| STUDENT | MYR 600.00 |
| ASEAN ASSOCIATION OF PARASITOLOGY | MYR 800.00 |
| SENIOR CITIZEN (age >60) | MYR 500.00 |
1.This is a fully physical/in person meeting. There shall be no broadcasting/ livestreaming during the conference.
2. Full registration fee includes all the scientific sessions, conference materials, access to exhibition area, networking dinner, refreshment breaks and lunches according to the conference programme.
3. Fees for accommodation, airport transfer, flights and tours are NOT included in the registration fees.
4. Participants may register via online registration at msptm.org.
5. Online registration is only open until 20 Feb 2023 by 5pm (GMT +8hrs).
6. The conference accepts full payment of registration fee via online bank transfer, online credit card payment and ePerolehan. Payment via ePerolehan is only applicable to Malaysian government agencies. Full payment must be received latest by 20 Feb 2023 by 5pm (GMT +8hrs).
7. Confirmation letter of registration will be sent via email upon full payment of the registration fee received. Please bring along the confirmation letter and present it at the registration counter during the Conference.
8. The Organiser reserves the rights, and will inform Participants on any alteration to any of the arrangements for the Conference including the cancellation of the event should unforeseen circumstances require such action. In the special circumstances that the entire event has to be cancelled, the Organiser will refund the registration fee to the Participant. Any charges imposed by banks and Credit Card issuers will be borne by the Registrants. The Organiser will not be liable for any other associated costs and any inconveniences incurred to the Participants due to the cancellation. Therefore, Participants are advised to arrange for their own travel insurance.
9. The Organiser reserves the right to make changes were deemed necessary, with or without prior notice to parties concerned. All disputes are subjected to the Malaysian Law.
10. Submission of the registration and abstract submission form indicates the submitter has agreed to all the terms & conditions with regards to the conference registrations and abstract submissions as listed on the conference website (https://msptm.org/msptm-2023-conference/).
11. All paid registrations are transferrable on or before 20 Jan 2023. Transfer requests must be made by e-mail to the Conference Secretariat at msptmevents@gmail.com. The new Participant should complete the registration form and revert to us by 20 Jan 2023. Transfer of registration will not be allowed on or after 21 Jan 2023.
12. All cancellation of registration must be done in writing and submitted to the Conference Secretariat at msptmevents@gmail.com on or before 15 Jan 2023 to receive a full refund. Please note that administration fee of MYR150 will be charged. Cancellation made after 15 Jan 2023 or 'no show' is liable for FULL registration fee.
13. All refunds will be made in MYR at the prevailing foreign exchange rate.
14. Refund for cancellations will be made within two months after the Conference.
15. Any charges imposed by banks and Credit Card issuers will be borne by the Registrants.
Letter of Invitation (for Visa Application)
1. Registrants must possess a valid passport or other internationally recognised travel documents endorsed for travelling to Malaysia, with a validity period of at least six (6) months beyond the time of stay allowed in Malaysia. Registrants may request the Visa Invitation Request Form by email to msptmevents@gmail.com. Please note that it is the sole responsibility of the Registrant to obtain the necessary paperwork for entry into Malaysia. The invitation letter will only be provided to Registrants who has registered and paid in full for the Conference. This letter will facilitate but does not guarantee that you will be granted a visa.
2. Visa requirements are dependent on the country of origin and last port of disembarkation before entering Malaysia. For detailed information on visa applications, please visit: http://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/visa/visa-requirement-by-country . Registrants can also contact the nearest Malaysian consulate to confirm visa requirements.
The Conference will focus on Parasitology, Tropical Medicine and other Infectious Diseases with the following themes:
1. Malaria
2. Dengue
3. Covid-19
4. Emerging Zoonoses
5. Antibiotic Resistance
6. Insecticide Resistance
7. Veterinary Parasitology
8. Vector Biology & Control
9. Neglected Tropical Diseases
10. Medical & Forensic Entomology
11. Medical Microbiology & Parasitology
12. Aquatic, Exotic & Wildlife Diseases
13. General Topics
Abstract Submission will be closed on 03 Feb 2023 at 5pm, Malaysia time (+8hrs GMT)
Abstract submitters may choose their preferred method of presentation upon abstract submission. However, the final decision lies with the Scientific Committee. All abstracts will be reviewed and assigned to an appropriate session. Authors of the accepted abstracts will be notified of the mode of presentations as follow:
● Oral Presentation:
Total 10 minutes will be allotted for Oral Presentation, inclusive of 8 minutes presentation in themed session + 2 minutes question & answer.
Presenters must submit presentation slides in MS. Power Point format (.ppt or .pptx) with on screen show 16:9 (landscape) to the conference secretariat (via email to: msptmevents@gmail.com) by 5pm on 1 March 2023. Presenter must present onsite during the conference.
● Rapid Oral Presentation:
Total 5 minutes will be allotted for Oral Presentation, inclusive of 3 minutes presentation in themed session + 2 minutes question & answer.
Presenters must submit presentation slides in MS. Power Point format (.ppt or .pptx) with on screen show 16:9 (landscape) to the conference secretariat (via email to: msptmevents@gmail.com) by 5pm on 1 March 2023. Presenter must present onsite during the conference.
● Rapid Oral Presentation – Student Competition:
Total 4 minutes will be allotted for Rapid Oral Presentation – Student Competition, inclusive of 3 minutes presentation in themed session + 1 minute question & answer to be conducted only by the judges.
Presenters must submit one presentation slide in MS. Power Point format (.ppt or .pptx) with on screen show 16:9 (landscape) to the conference secretariat (via email to: msptmevents@gmail.com) by 5pm on 1 March 2023.
Presenter must present onsite during the conference.
● Poster Presentation:
Presenters are required to submit physical poster on the event day upon registration.
The poster size shall be A0 (84.1cm x 118.9 cm) in format and portrait in orientation.
Abstract Submission will be closed on 3 Feb 2023 at 5pm, Malaysia time (+8hrs GMT)
Guidelines and Terms & Conditions for Abstract Submissions
1. Submissions should be sent electronically via the conference website ONLY.
2. Submissions should be written in English with a maximum of 250 words.
3. Each presenter may submit one abstract.
4. Abstract must be submitted in both Microsoft Word (.doc/ .docx) and PDF (.pdf) formats.
5. Submissions should be thoroughly checked for spelling and grammar before submission as they will be reproduced as submitted by the author.
6. Changes will not be entertained once the abstract has been submitted.
7. Submitters are advised to seek assistance to proof read the abstract if English is not their first language.
8. It is the sole responsibility of the authors to ensure accuracy of scientific content and language.
9. The abstract should not contain graphics or references.
10. Please use abbreviations with restraint.
Consent, Permission & Copyright:
Submitters must conform to the following:
1. To accept responsibility for the accuracy of the submitted abstract and understand that amendment is not allowed once it is submitted and information provided will be published exactly as submitted.
2. All co-authors are aware of and give consent to the content of the abstract and data presented before it is submitted. The submitter accepts responsibility as the contact person for all correspondence about the abstract and to share information with all authors about its status.
3. Submission of abstracts implies the author’s agreement to publish the abstract in all Conference publications including the website, i.e. submitters are responsible to secure any copyright/permissions clearance required relating to any previous presentations, equipment or other material for inclusion in the MSPTM 2023 Annual Scientific Conference publications.
4. Submitters are responsible to obtain permission from any relevant regulatory authority and obtain consent where appropriate.
5. Submitters are responsible to ensure the work is original and that it does not infringe upon any copyright, proprietary or personal right of party.
6. Submitters are responsible to identify and sort out any potential conflicts of interest e.g. financial interest in products or processes described in the presentation materials, stock ownership, and membership on an advisory board or board of directors or other substantive relationships.
7. Submission of the online Registration and Abstract Submission form indicates the submitter has agreed to all the terms & conditions with regards to the conference registrations and abstract submissions as listed on the conference website (https://msptm.org/msptm-2023/).
Condition of Acceptance
It is a pre-requisite of the acceptance of the abstract that the submitter must register to attend the Conference in person (physical attendance). Abstracts submitted before payment of registration are eligible for an offer of acceptance. However, final acceptance requires registration with full payment by 20 Feb 2023 at 5pm.
Abstract format:
Abstract Title:
Calibri, font size 12, bold, centre alignment, sentence case.
Authors & Co-authors:
Calibri, font size 11, centre alignment
Underline the name of the first author.
Superscript with number to indicate affiliations of each author.
Superscript with “*” to indicate corresponding author.
Affiliations:
Calibri, font size 10, Italic, align left
Superscript with number to indicate affiliations of each author.
Abstract Content:
Calibri, font size 11, justify alignment, not more than 250 words.
The abstract content should be informative and stand alone in its content and meaning. It should include a brief introduction, methods used, key results, brief discussion and a conclusion.
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