On Friday, October 30, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., the Research and Innovation Institute of Excellence (RIIE), Walailak University, organized the 9th Research Steering Committee Meeting of 2026 at Meeting Room 3, 2nd Floor, Research Building, Walailak University. The meeting was chaired by Associate Professor Dr. Siwarit Pongsakornrungsilp, Vice President for Research and Innovation, with Associate Professor Dr. Wichitpan Rongwong, Director of the Research and Innovation Institute of Excellence, and heads of research centers from the University’s schools and colleges in attendance.
During the meeting, the Vice President for Research and Innovation presented the guidelines for evaluating research center directors for the 2027 fiscal year (B.E. 2570), under the University’s strategic framework of “Nature Positive.” The framework emphasizes the restoration and enhancement of nature and aims to establish clear directions and performance targets for research centers in alignment with the University’s strategic priorities. It also seeks to promote research and innovation that generate tangible positive impacts on society, the economy, and the environment.
The meeting also featured a special presentation and discussion by Dr. Oraphan Wiarachai, Assistant Director of the Office of the National Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Policy Council (NXPO). She shared insights into the draft Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Policy and Strategy Framework for 2028–2032 (B.E. 2571–2575). The session aimed to enhance participants’ understanding of Thailand’s national research and innovation policy directions and prepare the University to align its research strategies with the country’s future development goals.
In addition, heads of research centers from the University’s schools and colleges presented their respective research development and operational plans for the 2027 fiscal year. These plans were developed based on lessons learned from challenges and obstacles encountered during the previous fiscal year. The presentations highlighted proposed measures to improve operational efficiency, strengthen research management, and ensure that research activities are aligned with the University’s strategic priorities and research development goals.
The meeting reaffirmed Walailak University’s commitment to strengthening its research ecosystem, enhancing research management, and advancing high-impact research and innovation in support of sustainable development at the university, national, and international levels.
Written by: Research and Innovation Institute of Excellence
📅October 30, 2026
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