About AAPSci

Asia Association of Plant Scientists

Uniting Plant Scientists Across Asia for a Sustainable Future.

Connecting Minds, Advancing Plant Science, Transforming Lives.

Plant scientist examining seedlings in a research greenhouse

Advancing Plant Science Research, innovation and a sustainable future

Agricultural fields supporting sustainable food production

Researchers working together on plant science

Who We Are

Uniting Plant Scientists Across Asia

Asia, the world’s largest and most populous continent, encompasses nearly 30% of the Earth’s total land area and is home to approximately 4.7 billion people. With nearly 49 countries representing an extraordinary diversity of climates, ecosystems, biodiversity, cultures, and socioeconomic conditions, Asia occupies a pivotal position in global agriculture, food security, and environmental sustainability. As one of the world’s major agricultural breadbaskets, the continent plays a vital role in feeding humanity, with rice, wheat, and millets serving as essential staple crops for millions of people.

Plant science is central to addressing the interconnected challenges of food and nutritional security, biodiversity conservation, sustainable agriculture, and climate change. Asian plant scientists have made remarkable contributions to advancing our understanding of plant biology and driving scientific innovation worldwide. Scientists of Asian origin have also played influential roles in shaping global research frontiers and leading scientific breakthroughs across renowned institutions.

Building a vibrant, inclusive and collaborative network for plant science across Asia and beyond.

Our Purpose

Connecting Science, Creating Impact

Bringing researchers and institutions together to accelerate discovery and develop solutions for a sustainable future.

Our Vision

The Asia Association of Plant Scientists (AAPSci) envisions bringing together plant scientists from across Asia on a common platform to foster scientific collaboration, promote knowledge exchange, and accelerate innovation in plant science. By transcending geographical and institutional boundaries, AAPSci aims to build a vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative network that connects researchers at different career stages and strengthens partnerships among academic institutions, research organizations, industry, and policymakers.

Our Mission

Through collective expertise and interdisciplinary collaboration, AAPSci seeks to identify and address region-specific scientific challenges, advance fundamental and translational plant research, strengthen climate-resilient agriculture, conserve plant genetic resources and biodiversity, and promote sustainable solutions for food security and environmental resilience. By empowering the next generation of plant scientists and facilitating regional and international partnerships, AAPSci aspires to transform scientific knowledge into meaningful societal impact.

What We Stand For

Objectives of AAPSci

Advancing scientific excellence through research, education, cooperation and sustainable innovation.

Advance Plant Science

To promote excellence in basic and applied plant science research, education, innovation, and scientific awareness, while nurturing research aptitude among scientists, researchers, and students.

Foster Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange

To unite plant scientists across Asia and beyond by facilitating scientific cooperation, sharing knowledge, disseminating pioneering research, and nurturing the next generation of plant scientists.

Address Global Challenges for a Sustainable Future

To promote plant science-based solutions for food security, climate change, sustainable agriculture, and biodiversity conservation, while advancing scientific understanding and public awareness for the benefit of society.