Dr. Montri Chulavatnatol
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science,
Mahidol University, Bangkok 10400

Due to manpower shortage in Thailand, some scientists have to assume certain management responsibilities to develop science and technology systematically and efficiently. Professor Dr. Montri Chulavatnatol has made several contributions in supporting the development of science and technology as follows

Within Mahidol University As the Chairman of the Departmentof Biochemistry, Professor Dr. Montri Chulavatnatol implemented anoperational system to allow staff members to engage in research and stimulated the formation of research groups on malaria, genetic engineering and biotechnology. As the Director of the Center for Applied Academic Services, he applied academic capabilities to solve problems in both public and private sectors. In the position of Vice President, he implemented academic programs of the President, Professor Dr. Pradit Chareonthaitawee.

At the national level In the position of Deputy Director, he supervised the R&D granting programs of the Thai-U.S. cooperation of Science and Technology Development Board. He also participated in the formation of National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) and served as its Deputy Director. He also served in several positions in the Science Society of Thailand, namely Chairman of Biochemistry Section, Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the Science and Technology Conference of Thailand and currently the President of the Society. He stimulated Thai scientists to collaborate with government departments and private corporations to promote science and technology at all levels, from students, professionals and general public. Professor Dr. Montri Chulavatnatol headed a study team to formulate a management system for government science and technology and made recommendations to the Civil Service Commission. In addition, he assisted Thai Tapioca Development Institute in technology development and transfer to Thai tapioca industry.

At international level Professor Dr. Montri Chulavatnatol participated in the steering of international research projects of Human Reproduction Programme of World Health Organization. He currently served on the Steering Committee of Cassava Biotechnology Network. He was a consult developing strategies for implementation of 5-year plan of Committee on Science and Technology of ASEAN. With the Federation of Asian and Oceanian Biochemists, he was the Chairman organizing a congress and Chairman of the Fellowship Committee.

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