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May 14, 2012
Research recovers after a year of natural disasters
During the 2011 great flood disaster in Thailand, NSTDA was also affected . However, a speedy recovery was observed. In this event, a few S&T innovations related to flood management were developed by NSTDA. A better disaster preparedness strategy for its campus was also proposed and planned. >>http://issuu.com/asiaresearchnews/docs/final_rseanews2012?mode=window&pageNumber=34
May 04, 2012
e-ASIA JRP call for research proposal (Thailand-Vietnam-Japan)
The East Asia Science and Innovation Area Joint Research Program (e-ASIA JRP) is a collaborative funding program from ASEAN member countries and Korea, U.S., Russia, New Zealand, created to support the multinational research projects contributing to the development of future technology.NSTDA in collaboration with Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), Japan and Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), Vietnam which are partner institutes in the e-ASIA JRP invite research proposal on the two following areas:1) biomass and plant science2) nanotechnology…
April 27, 2012
European Union Research Fellowships
European Union FP7 International Incoming Fellowships (IIF) and International Outgoing Fellowships (IOF) are now open for application.International Incoming Fellowships (IIF) is designed to give researchers from outside of Europe an opportunity to work on research projects in Europe. This helps to develop research cooperation between Europe and other parts of the world to everybody’s benefit. Please click here.International Outgoing Fellowships (IOF) is a program funded by the European Union Seventh Framework Program for Research and Technological Development of FP7. They…
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March 01, 2012
Call for Proposal 2012 Strategic Japanese-Thai Cooperative Program
BIOTEC and Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) invite Thai and Japanese researchers to submit proposals for cooperative research projects in the following areas:1. Microbial Biotechnology New technology to increase production of recombinant protein or bioproducts from cell, envisaging pilot scale verification for reducing production time and cost New technology to improve heterologous expression system for multi-gene expression 2. Agro Biotechnology Utilization of biotechnology for staple crop improvement 3. Functional Genomic Technology e.g., New technologies for large-scale analysis of genome…
February 28, 2012
NSTDA's Strategic Plan 2012-2016
NSTDA is committed to working with partners to conduct R&D whose outputs to be put to pratical use and have high value for society and the economy. NSTDA has determined its overall operation to meet Thailand's S&T development goals as follows: To conduct research with outputs of practical use that will benefit the country's economy and society with a value three times its expenditure. To support the manufacturing, services, and agricultural sector to double their investment in fiscal year 2011…
February 03, 2012
MCT 2012 An ISMRM Global Outreach Program, May 14-16
MR club of Thailand (MCT) is formed by Thai professionals from various fields (MD, technologist, and scientist) working on Magnetic Resonance (MR) technology for medicine. Our goal is to promote the use of and research collaboration in the rapidly advancing MR technology in Thailand and ASEAN. The International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) is a multi-disciplinary nonprofit association that promotes innovation, development, and application of magnetic resonance techniques in medicine and biology throughout the world.This year MCT and ISMRM…
January 24, 2012
Thailand PV Status Report 2011
This report aims to provide an overview of the status of solar PV in Thailand in 2011 coupled with a recent update on related policies and incentives. Download: Thailand PV Status Report 2011
December 29, 2011
Design and Evaluation of Innovation Policy in a Developing Country Context (DEIP)
"Phuket Orchid Resort & Spa", Phuket, Thailand5-9 March 2012 Deadline for application: 31 January 2012The Design and Evaluation of Innovation Policies in Developing Countries (DEIP) is a one-week course provided by UNU-MERIT (Maastricht Economic and Social research and training centre on Innovation and Technology, United Nations University, The Netherlands). Proven to be popular since 2004 inception, this course has been designed for policy makers in science, technology and innovation policy, particularly in developing countries. Focus on strategic decision-making about technology…
December 22, 2011
Yongyuth Yuthavong Discusses the Challenges That Face Scientists in Thailand
Prof. Yongyuth Yuthavong discusses the challenges that face scientists in Thailand and the importance that society understands the significant impact of science. Though science cannot go far beyond the general state of the country, we can aspire to be the leading developing country producing good science for a good cause. Prof. Yuthavong shares his passion and his path to the malaria research and the current state of the development of the novel antimalarial agents. The new P218 antimalarial candidate with…
November 30, 2011
Friends of NSTDA Helps Speed Flood Recovery
Friends of National Science and Technology Development Agency (FoN) organized the “FoN: Together Thailand Recovery Campaign” at the Ministry of S&T on November 30. The aim of the event is to act as a venue for members of FoN to showcase research output that will help speed after flood recovery process in the form of Recovery Kit. Participating members included NSTDA, NANOTEC, NECTEC, Arunsawad.Com, BCT, Betagro, Digitdi, iNET, NETKA System, Build Asia, and Hi-Grimm Environmental and Research Co.,Ltd. The event…
November 09, 2011
NANOTEC Partners UNITAR to Promote Nano-Safety Awareness in Thailand
The National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC) has signed a collaborative agreement with the United Nation Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) to promote training and capacity building for the development of nano-safety pilot project in Thailand. “The phase 1 of the public awareness campaign will be for 18 months” said Prof. Sirirurg Songsivilai, Executive Director, NANOTEC. “We will work with our local partners to undertake training and capacity building initiatives to support public awareness of nano-safety. It is important that the…
November 07, 2011
Suggested Treatments for Foul Water and When EM Is Effective
Suggested treatments for foul water and when EM is effectiveby King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) and National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA)Stagnant water becomes putrid when organic matters in the water start to decay. Examples of these organic matters include human waste, municipal waste (from cities) and agricultural biomass (from farm lands). When the natural microbes start decomposing these organic matters, they also use oxygen from the water as…
October 04, 2011
Special lecture “My research along the way to Stockholm” by Prof. Harald zur Hausen
The shared Nobel Prize in Medicine in 2008 went to the discoveries of two viruses causing severe human diseases. While Dr. Françoise Barré-Sinoussi and Dr. Luc Montagnier received the Nobel Prize for the discovery of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes AIDS, Prof. Harald zur Hausen shared this 2008 Prize for finding the HPV virus that causes cervical cancer, the second most common cancer among women. His research made it possible for the world’s first vaccine against cervical cancer…
October 03, 2011
Thai-German S&T Cooperation Researcher Mobility Scheme
ObjectivesThe objective of the joint researcher mobility scheme is to facilitate bilateral cooperation between the scientific communities of Thailand and Germany by supporting the development of joint research projects, through funding of bilateral workshops/seminars, exchange visits of scientists , and visits of composite (scientific and industrial) delegations. Its general provision is to organise a yearly “call for proposals” to which bilateral Thai-German teams can respond with joint project proposals. These proposals will be evaluated by a joint Thai-German team. A…
October 03, 2011
Joint Collaboration Development Awards UK-NSTDA Researcher Mobility Scheme
Key dates Applications by 31 October 2011 Decision notification by 15 December 2011 Travel to be complete and invoices submitted by 25 March 2012 The objectives of the UK-Thailand: Partners in Science initiative which was formally announced in September 2009 are as follows: To increase the extent of bilateral research co-operation between the two countries To encourage scientific collaboration and networks for mutual benefit To build scientific capacity within the Thai scientific community The scientific workshops conducted under UK-Thailand: Partners…
August 22, 2011
NSTDA Awarded with Certificate for CFO Project as Pilot Organization to Reduce CO2 Emissions
With increased global warming, it is impossible to deny that continued human activities are the main cause. These activities range from energy consumption, industrial development and expansion, transportation, to deforestation as well as the destruction of natural resources. Certainly, all of this has affected humanity. In order to solve the problem, the concept of a “Low-Carbon Society” has come into existence. It principally focuses on greenhouse gas reduction processes or activities that can be done in daily life. The Thailand…
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March 03, 2011
Postdoctoral Fellowship 2011-The National Metal and Materials Technology Center
GuidelinesThe National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC) invites scholars/ Ph.D graduates whose work focuses on metal and materials technology and related fields to apply for a post-doctoral research fellowship.The fellowship’s purpose is to provide opportunities for young and promising researchers from other countries to conduct, under the guidance of their hosts, cooperative research with leading research groups at MTEC. The program allows sucessful candidates to advance their own research while contributing to the progress of research in Thailand.Eligibility- Applicants must…
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December 20, 2010
Regional Symposium on Chemical Engineering (RSCE2010)
In 2010, the Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Thammasat University, has received a great honor to organize 17th Regional Symposium on Chemical Engineering (RSCE2010) on 22nd -23rd November 2010, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Bangkok, Thailand . This conference has long been a tradition for chemical engineers in both academic institutions and industries in South East Asia and Asia Pacific regions to gather and exchange knowledge in the field. For more details http://rsce2010.engr.tu.ac.th/
December 20, 2010
NSTDA European Union FP7 Information Day
New European Union FP7 Calls for Proposals to be Announced End of July 2010 The European Union Seventh Framework Program for Research and Technological Development (FP7) is the main mechanism by which the European Union funds research and development, both within the European Union as well as outside of Europe. This funding program has a budget of more than €50 billion between 2007 and 2013. Nearly all elements of FP7 are open to participation by Thai researchers and institutions. At…
December 20, 2010
Postdoctoral Fellowships Program @ NSTDA
Postdoctoral Fellowships Program The National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand I. Introduction To expedite the national Science and Technology (S&T) development mission, one initiative taken by NSTDA is in the establishment of a postdoctoral fellowships program. This program highlights the importance of the well-trained S&T human resources and their career path in research. The program provides research grants for Ph.D. graduates to gain experiences in specialist areas with NSTDA’s lead scientists in a world-class Research and Development (R&D)…
December 20, 2010
Postdoctoral Fellowship 2010–The National Metal and Materials Technology Center, Thailand
Guidelines The National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC) invites scholars/ Ph.D graduates whose work focuses on metal and materials technology and related fields to apply for a post-doctoral research fellowship. The fellowship’s purpose is to provide opportunities for young and promising researchers from other countries to conduct, under the guidance of their hosts, cooperative research with leading research groups at MTEC. The program allows sucessful candidates to advance their own research while contributing to the progress of research in…
December 20, 2010
European Union FP7 International Incoming Fellowships (IFF) Now Open to NSTDA Researchers
What are International Incoming Fellowships (IFF)? International Incoming Fellowships are designed to give researchers from outside of Europe an opportunity to work on research projects in Europe. This helps to develop research cooperation between Europe and other parts of the world-to everybody’s benefit. What is the aim of the Marie Curie International Incoming Fellowships? This program is designed to attract top-class experienced researchers from outside of Europe to work and undertake research in Europe for 1 to 2 years (incoming…
December 20, 2010
Opportunity to Invite European Researchers to Conduct Research at NSTDA
European Union FP7 International Outgoing Fellowships (IOF) – Call is now Open What are International Outgoing Fellowships (IOF)? IOF is a program funded by the European Union Seventh Framework Program for Research and Technological Development of FP7. They are designed to encourage European researchers to spend time conducting research in institutions outside of Europe such as NSTDA. Who can apply? IOFs are for researchers from EU Member States and Associated Countries. To apply, the researcher must have either a doctoral…
December 20, 2010
Workshop on Gene Discovery of non-culturable microbes using Metagenomic approach
From May 24-27 BIOTEC Training Unit is organizing the “Workshop on Gene Discovery of non-culturable microbes using Metagenomic approach” at BIOTEC Thailand Science Park. The aim of the workshop is to introduce participants to genomics DNA extraction process and its importance to biotechnology research. Participants to the workshop are from research institutions and academic sector. Metagenomic is the study of genetic material recovered directly from environmental samples. The samples study provides a new level of insight into the diversity and…
December 20, 2010
Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
To support and encourage Ph.D graduates in metal and materials technology and related fields to strengthen their research and devlopment experiences, under supervision of fellow researchers. This opportunity provides successful candidates a preparation of conducting advanced research in the future. The fellowship program also aims at creating highly qualified researchers who will be driving forces to deliver research outcomes which are beneficial to the country. Eligibility - Applicants must hold a Ph.D from recognized institutions in Thailand or overseas and have…
December 20, 2010
4th International Advisory Committee will meet in Bangkok in June 2010
During June 10-11, 2010, NSTDA will host its fourth International Advisory Committee meeting at the Thailand Science Park and the Royal Orchid Sheraton in Bangkok. The new NSTDA’s International Advisory Committee for 2010-2012 is now established. It is comprised of 15 internationally known and well respected strategists, administrators, advisors and scientists. The IAC meeting agenda covers a wide range of topics of discussions — from S&T solution provider and commercialization, to strategies in human resources development, organization strategies and productivity…
December 20, 2010
ProSPER.Net-Scopus Young Scientist Award in Sustainable Development
The 2010 ProSPER.Net-Scopus Young Scientist Awards in Sustainable Development are open for applications and nominations. This year the awards will be given to young scientists, based in the Asia Pacific region, who have made significant contributions to the field of Sustainable Development in any of four areas: Energy, Water, Agriculture & Food Security, and Economics, Business & Management. The award is open to those engaged in graduate education and research activities that emphasize sustainable development in any of the above…
December 20, 2010
UK-Thailand: Partners in Science Launches
NSTDA, Imperial College London Sign Memorandum of Understanding A memorandum of understanding for science and technology collaboration between NSTDA and Imperial College London was completed and signed in March. Imperial College Rector, Sir Roy Anderson signed the MOU while in Thailand as guest of honor for the opening of the NSTDA Annual Conference. H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn presided over the opening. Dr. Thaweesak Koanatakool, NSTDA Vice-President, led a follow up mission in late April for a productive series of…
December 20, 2010
NSTDA Opens FP7 Promotion Office
NSTDA is opening the FP7 Promotion Office to promote the participation of Thai researchers in The European Union’s Seventh Framework Programme for Research and Technological Development. The EU’s principal mechanism for funding research, FP7 is a seven-year program, 2007 to 2013, with a total budget of over € 50 billion. That figure represents a substantial increase of 63 percent over the previous Framework Programme, FP6, reflecting the high priority that the EU gives to research. FP money is for the…