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Electronic Devices & Systems

The Malaysian Electronics and Electrical sector (E&E) is an important contributor to the economy. In 2009 alone, it accounted for 6 percent of Malaysia’s gross national income (GNI), 522,000 jobs — representing more than 40% of total manufacturing labour — and 41 percent of Malaysia’s total exports. The electrical and electronics (E&E) industry is the largest single contributor to the manufacturing sector, accounting for 26.1% of total manufacturing output (Source: EPU, Pemandu).

Malaysia’s world-class electronics industry is the top sectorial employer and exporter within the manufacturing sector. The E&E industry is also Malaysia’s most liberalised sector.

The future of E&E will be shaped by developments in nanotechnology. With established players and a strong global presence, the E&E sector can jumpstart expansions in nanoelectronics and nanophotonics etc.

Food & Agriculture

Malaysia has traditionally been an agriculture-based nation. Even today, its plantation sector is a major contributor to the gross national income. At the turn of the millennium, there were ominous portents for food supplies worldwide. Natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis and tropical storms as well as droughts have resulted in a lingering global food supply crisis.

Nanobiotechnology can help increase agricultural productivity, boost pest-resistance and improve food quality. Considering the global outlook in the food and agriculture sector, the application of nanotechnology may avert a major food crisis worldwide.

Energy & Environment

Malaysia has abundant natural energy sources in the form of solar, biomass, natural gas, petroleum, tidal wave and wind. The biggest challenge is to bring energy from source to consumers in the most cost-effective, safest and convenient manner. There is a need for higher degree of portability, longer usage periods, higher energy outputs and a sustainable supply of energy sources.

Further developments in the energy sector will be contingent on nanotechnology, as conventional technology has breached the limits of energy processing and storage capacity.

Nanotechnology may be the panacea for the rapid depletion of traditional energy sources. It also fulfills the general sustainability criteria through increased energy efficiency and savings.

Wellness, Medical & Healthcare

In the area of healthcare, the NKEA’s anticipated GNI impact has been increased to RM42.2 billion, with over 260,000 new jobs to be created by the year 2020. (Source: PEMANDU) There are now 13 EPPs under the Healthcare NKEA as compared to only six identified earlier.

This increase reflects the growing importance of the medical and healthcare industry to Malaysia’s economic growth. It is therefore appropriate to leverage upon the medical and healthcare industry’s strengths to introduce nanotechnology product and solutions. Future drug delivery systems and anti-cancer treatment, among others, will be dependent on breakthroughs in nanotechnology.

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