National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA)

Location:

National Science and Technology Development Agency

111 Thailand Science Park (TSP) Phahonyothin Road,Khlong Nueng, Khlong Luang ,Pathum Thani12120,Thailand

Contact:

Tel:+66(0)2-564-7000

Fax:+66(0)2-564-7001 thru 5

E-mail:ic@nstda.or.th

Overview The National Science and Technology Development Agency, or NSTDA, is a funding and research organization established under the “Science and Technology Development Act of B.E.2534” (1991) on December 30, 1991 • NSTDA is an autonomous organization operating under the policy guidance of its Board, chaired by the Minister of Science and Technology. • This special organization outside the normal framework of state enterprise and civil service enables NSTDA to take a broad-based approach to science and technology (S&T) development in support of national economic and social policies, and allows it to respond not only to technological advances, but also to the changing economic and social needs of the country as these become relevant to S&T activities. Functions • To conduct surveys, studies and assessments for supporting the formulation of policies, plans, programs and measures that facilitate the national science and technology development, for submission to the Minister • To conduct research, development and engineering activities, and support research, development and engineering activities of the public sector, the private sector, and the educational institutions as well as promoting co-operation in such activities among the private and public sectors and the educational institutions, including international co-operation, for the development of commercial benefits from these activities. • To provide and support services in the areas of product standards testing, quality assurance, instrument calibration, technological information and consultancy, and other scientific and technological services. • To support the enhancement of the capabilities in assessing and acquiring imported technology as well as in management of investment and development projects related to the acquisition and assimilation of foreign technology so that the technologies acquired are efficient and appropriate and the activities implemented help strengthen the technological capacity of the country • To implement and promote the development of the scientific and technological infrastructure of the country, inclusive of science and technology human resources development in both the public and private sectors • NSTDA has grown rapidly. The current facility at the Thailand Science Park now houses more than 1,800 researchers and staff. Its programs focus on cutting-edge research, design, development and engineering, offering significant opportunities for cooperative activities and investments involving the business community and academia. NSTDA is also active in Technology transfer, training, and providing laboratory services. Through its programs, the organization brings a multi-layered and multi-faceted approach to deploying scientific and technological discoveries and advancement to serve national needs. Vision "A learning organization that aims to strengthen and enhance the S&T capabilities in areas critical to national economic and social development." Mission Conduct and support research, development, design and engineering in science and technology in priority areas. Support human resource development and capacity building in S&T through scholarships, both for local and overseas education, and through its various training and research programs.-Support and implement technology acquisition and transfer for the private sector by providing a range of technical, consultancy, and training services. Implement and develop S&T infrastructure critical to the development of Thailand such as testing and information services, and incubator facilities in the Thailand Science Park and the Software Park Thailand in order to enhance tripartite co-operation between the private sector, academic institution, and NSTDA. Formulate S&T policy for development through national policy committees. Organization Structure 1. Central Office (CO) 2. National Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Center (BIOTEC) 3. National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC) 4. National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTE) 5. National Nanotechnology Center (Nanotec) 6. Technology Management Center (TMC) Achievement BIOTEC Highlight Researches/Projects • The DNA Technology Lab • Food Engineering Practice School Program: FEPS • NECTEC Researches/Projects • Rural Wireless Broadband Access (RWBA) Project • MEMS Pressure Sensor • TMEC's 0.8 Micron CMOS • Sound Meter: Sound Level Meter Software for PDA