KUCHING, 31 Julai 2026 (The Capital Post) – More than 5,200 students and members of the public participated in the Nuclear Advocacy Programme held in conjunction with the National Science Week (MSN) 2026 Carnival in Kuching, Sarawak.
Organised by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), the programme aimed to enhance public awareness and understanding of nuclear science and technology, particularly among the younger generation.
Throughout the two-day programme, visitors took part in a range of interactive activities conducted by the Nuclear Advocacy Programme team from Bioeconomy Corporation, the Malaysian Nuclear Agency, the Department of Atomic Energy and the National Science Centre.
Among the featured activities were the Nuclear Exploration Mission escape room, Nuclear Smart City Board Game, Cloud Chamber, Nuclear Virtual Reality (VR), Reactor Core Model, Radiation Detection Device Model, Build an Atom, Half-Life Demonstration, and AR Atom and Molecule experiences.
Participants also received the interactive book Pengembaraan Dunia Nuklear, designed to explain nuclear technology and its applications through engaging storytelling, illustrations and hands-on activities.
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The publication highlights the role of nuclear technology in agriculture, healthcare, industry, manufacturing, security and environmental conservation, while visitors also had the opportunity to take home commemorative photo strips.
MOSTI said the programme was intended to help the public better understand that radiation exists naturally in the environment and that nuclear technology can be applied safely and responsibly to improve quality of life and support national development.
The Nuclear Advocacy Programme is a collaborative initiative led by MOSTI through its Science, Technology and Innovation Culture and Services Division (PSTI), with Bioeconomy Corporation as the strategic partner, alongside the Malaysian Nuclear Agency, the Department of Atomic Energy and the National Science Centre as implementing partners. – The Capital Post
