The Science Society of Thailand and Its Role in Science and Technology Development in Thailand

Sumonta Promboon*

ABSTRACT: The Science Society of Thailand was founded in 1948 to promote the development of science and technology in Thailand. The society currently has about 5,000 members, has 12 regional and subject area branches. It promotes research and cooperation in science through the organization of Annual Science and Technology Conferences, where some 900 papers are presented and some 2,000 participants attend. The society publishes one international research journal ScienceAsia, as well as a magazine Science Journal (Worasan Wittayasart) for members, teachers and students. The Science Society of Thailand was instrumental in obtaining approval to designate 18 August as National Science Day, and organizes nationwide activities for students in the National Science Week activities. It helps to honor Outstanding Scientsits, Young Scientists and Outstanding Teachers, and Science Writers. The society also plays an important role in promoting public awareness of science through establishment of science museums, promotes professional development of science teachers, and is involved in various aspects in the development of science policy. Through these various activities, the Science Society of Thailand continues to play an important role in promoting the development of science and technology in Thailand, as envisaged by its founders.

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President, The Science Society of Thailand Under the Patronage of H.M.the King, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand.

* Corresponding author, E-mail: sumonta@swu.ac.th