BNC Neuroscience Excellence Award 2026
The BNC Neuroscience Excellence Award 2026 is presented to Prof. Dr. Ling King Hwa in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the development of basic neuroscience in Malaysia and his instrumental role in the establishment of the Basic Neuroscience Council (BNC) under the Malaysian Society of Neurosciences (MSN).
Prof. Ling was one of the key figures involved in initiating the formation of BNC. Together with his colleagues, he proposed the establishment of BNC to MSN as a dedicated platform to promote basic neuroscience research, collaboration, training, and capacity building in Malaysia.
He subsequently served as the Protem Chair of BNC from 18 June 2011 to 11 June 2013, helping to guide the chapter during its formative period. His leadership laid the foundation for BNC’s continued growth as an important platform for basic and translational neuroscience within MSN.
Prof. Ling’s long-standing service to MSN and BNC also includes his roles as Vice President of MSN and Co-Chair of BNC. He is currently Professor of Neuroscience and Genetics at Universiti Putra Malaysia and has contributed significantly to neuroscience research, academic leadership, and the training of future neuroscientists.
As the inaugural recipient of this award, Prof. Ling is recognised for his founding leadership, sustained service, and valuable contributions to BNC and the Malaysian neuroscience community.
MSN Outstanding Achievement Award 2026
Professor Shen-Yang Lim MBBS, MD, FRACP, FASc
The Malaysian Society of Neurosciences is honoured to confer the MSN Outstanding Achievement Award upon Professor Shen-Yang Lim, in recognition of his exceptional and sustained contributions to the advancement of neurology, particularly the field of Movement Disorders, in Malaysia and internationally.
Professor Lim has been a distinguished Professor and Senior Consultant Neurologist at the University of Malaya, where he has dedicated his career to clinical excellence, academic medicine, research, education, and the development of neurological services. His commitment to patient care and to the advancement of neurological practice has made a profound impact on generations of patients, trainees, and neurologists.
He has played a pivotal role in establishing and developing Movement Disorders as a clinical specialty in Malaysia, including his instrumental contribution to establishing deep brain stimulation as a regular clinical service in the country. As a founding member and former Chair of the Movement Disorders Council of the Malaysian Society of Neurosciences, he has been central to strengthening expertise, education, collaboration, and professional development in this important subspecialty.
Professor Lim has also made major contributions to national clinical practice, including leading the development of the Malaysian national consensus guidelines for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease, helping to establish a framework for evidence-based management of patients with Parkinson’s disease in Malaysia.
His scholarly contributions are equally remarkable. With approximately 150 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters, including influential work in leading international journals, and more than 12,000 citations, Professor Lim has established himself as a highly respected authority in Movement Disorders and Parkinson’s disease. His research has advanced understanding of Parkinson’s disease genetics, Parkinson-plus syndromes, rare movement disorders, clinical trials, evidence-based treatment, and patient-centred care.
Beyond Malaysia, Professor Lim has provided outstanding leadership to the international neurological community. He has served as Chair of the Asian-Oceanian Section of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society, and has held numerous leadership and committee positions within the Society. His extensive contributions to education and training have helped strengthen Movement Disorders expertise throughout the Asia-Oceanian region.
His influence extends well beyond clinical neurology and research. He has trained neurologists from numerous countries, delivered hundreds of international lectures and expert presentations, and contributed to major international initiatives in Parkinson’s disease. His expertise has also been recognised by the World Health Organization, where he served as an invited expert and consultant on global policy, implementation, and research related to Parkinson’s disease.
Through his remarkable dedication to clinical care, education, research, leadership, mentorship, and service to the neurological profession, Professor Shen-Yang Lim has contributed immeasurably to the growth of neurology and Movement Disorders in Malaysia. His achievements have elevated the profile of Malaysian neurology on the international stage and have inspired countless colleagues and trainees across the region.
For his outstanding and enduring contribution to the Malaysian neurological community, his leadership in advancing Movement Disorders, and his distinguished international contributions to the field of neurology, the Malaysian Society of Neurosciences is proud to confer upon Professor Shen-Yang Lim the MSN Outstanding Achievement Award.