Emerita Professor Tan Sri Dr. Mazlan binti Othman is a trailblazing Malaysian astrophysicist whose groundbreaking work has been instrumental in advancing Malaysia's engagement in space exploration. She served as the nation's first astrophysicist and played a pivotal role in establishing an astrophysics curriculum at the national university. Additionally, she actively promoted public awareness and comprehension of astronomy and space-related matters. Her professional roles included serving as Director General of Angkasa (the Malaysian National Space Agency) and as Director at the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs in Vienna from 2007 to 2014. Her contributions continue to inspire and shape the field of astrophysics globally.
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