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Thai Academy of Science and Technology
(TAST)
Background
Science and technology are increasingly recognized as being
quintessential to the future of Thailand.
The new constitution specifically states that Royal Thai Government must actively
promote the development
and applications of science and technology. This enormous responsibility rests upon
various governmental
agencies and existing scientific societies and associations in the country. While the
governmental bodies
undertake a wide range of measures to fund, promote and perform the development of science
and technology,
the scientific and professional societies and associations help in popularization of
science and youth activities.
At the top policy and planning level, however, studies and monitoring are few and far
between. To meet the
challenges, a group of accomplished Thai scientists and technologists established a
foundation called
'Thai Academy of Science and Technology' (TAST) in August 1997.
Objectives
1. To promote the advancement of science and technology in order to enhance the
national efficiencies in:
2. To evaluate the status and the problems encountered in the
applications of science and technology.
3. To provide scientific opinions and recommendations to the public and the
government.
4. To promote the management and development of technology-intensive industry.
5. To promote the best practice of scientists and technologists for the national
benefits.
6. To promote the relationship between science and technology and other academic
disciplines
as well as national arts and culture.
7. To promote cooperation among societies, foundations and academic institutions in
manpower
development and capacity building in science and technology.
8. To link with foreign organizations with similar objectives.
9. To refrain from involvement in any political activity.
The members
There were 85 founding members who were accomplished scientists and technologists in the
country.
They formed 6 discipline groups in TAST, namely physical science, science management,
engineering,
agriculture, and medical science. Each year, there will be a selection of new members. In
1998, 11 new
members were added to the academy.
The work plan
For the first year, there were 4 priority areas of interest:
1. Science education;
2. Scientific and technological professions;
3. Commercialization of science and technology; and
4. National science and technology policy.
The executive committee
Dr. Aumpol
Senanrongse
Advisor
Professor Dr. Yongyuth Yuthavong President
Professor Dr. Montri Chulavatnatol
Vice-President
Professor Dr. Chatri
Sripapan
Treasurer
Professor Dr. Yodhathai Thebtaranonth Secretary General
Professor Dr. Vicharn Panich
Professor Dr. Jomjin Chantaraskul
Professor Dr. Prida Vibunsawasdi
Contact
Professor Dr. Yodhathai Thebtaranonth
Secretary General
Thai Academy of Science and Technology
Gypsum Metropolitan Building, 18th floor
537/2 Sri Ayuthaya Road
Bangkok 10400., Thailand
Tel: (662) 248-7541-8; Fax: (662) 248-7549
Or
Department of Chemistry
Faculty of Science, Mahidol University
Rama 6 Road
Bangkok 10400, Thailand
Tel: (662) 2460063 ext 1306, 1300
Fax: (662) 247-7050
E-mail: [email protected]
Further details on my interest and responsibilities can
be found below.
[science and technology awards]
[publications &
textbooks] [thaicv]
[reproductive biology]
[cassava] [lectin] [management]
[research grants]
[thesis supervision]
[S&T
reform] [TAST] [TERO] [education]
Last updated: Friday 3 March, 2000
created and developed by Thitika Vajrodaya
e-mail: [email protected]