The Northern Science Park (NSP)
Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR)
ORGANIZATION CHART OF NSP
BOARD OF NSP
Subcommittee and
Working Committee
Main Network Working
Committee
Administration
Department
- Head of Administration
Department
- Administration Officer
Director
NSP Advisor Committee
Deputy Director
Internal Audit Officer
Marketing & Service
Department
- Head of Marketing
Department
- Marketing Officer
Project Development
& Technology
Incubation
Department
- Head of Project
Development Department
- Project Development
Officer
Research & Development
and Engineering
Department
- Head of Research &
Development and
Engineering Department
- Academic Officer
HISTORY OF NSP
The proposal to establish the Northern Science Park (NSP) in Chiang Mai was approved by
the Royal Thai Government on December 23, 2003. The Northern Science Park is under the
management of the Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research.
Its mission is to be a center for scientific and technological research and development, both
of which are essential for the competitive capability and production potentiality of business and
industry in northern Thailand. The Northern Science Park aims to connect education sectors, research
and development activities, and technology transfer with a variety of manufacturing sectors.
It will also establish mutual connections among manufacturers. Its mission is expected to add
value to goods, production facilities, and services, all of which should attract entrepreneurs and aid
new and early-stage technology development. The Northern Science Park’s activities should reinforce
and strengthen the basic structure of industry and the economic system in northern Thailand.
STRATEGIES
NSP’s strategies during the fiscal year 2006-2010 include:
ƒ Science and Technology Service Network
- Survey scientific and technological skill of each university and assign specific potentiality
accordingly
- Network strengthening by providing facility equipments and knowledge development
- Develop data bases and information technology networks in order to link services and
scientific-technological information together
- Extend the international networks
ƒ Northern Industrial and Agricultural Clusters Capability Development
- Activity offer science and technology services to SMEs and community businesses
- Fundamental problem solving
- Products research and development
- Innovation development
- Public relations plan and marketing to generate income
- Local human resource capability development
- Technology incubation
ƒ Technology selection to develop center of excellent technology in the north
- Study and analyze industrial problems and specific technology need ( SWOT analysis)
- Specify the potential industry clusters
ƒ Location and infrastructure development for complete science and technology services
- Survey and design Northern Science Park’s buildings
- Construct Northern Science Park’s buildings
- Procure tools and equipment
ƒ Organization development and effective administration management
- Organization establishment
- Personnel structure plan and development
OBJECTIVES
NSP has the following objectives:
ƒ To study, research, and develop northern agricultural and industrial products capability to
create business opportunities.
ƒ To promote technology usage to meet the requirements of northern communities in regards to
industrial and economic development.
ƒ To develop and administer products technology incubation and to enhance products at the
industrial level.
ƒ To develop clusters of science and technology enterprises in order to have complete
research, development, service, and training facilities in northern Thailand.
ƒ To develop local human resource learning capability in science and technology.
VISION
The Northern Science Park is to be a center for connecting research, applied development, and
complete services. This should bring all scientific and technological knowledge together to promote
development of the competitive potential among industries, businesses, and local entrepreneurs in
northern Thailand. The country’s resources and capacities will be developed prosperously and the
country, consequently, will be the leader and the center of economic and social development in the
Great Mekong Sub-region, which consists of China, Burma, Laos, Vietnam, and Thailand.
MISSION
ƒ Provide research, development, and technology transfer services in accordance with business
sector requirements, focusing on specific research aspects to sustain economic systems.
ƒ Provide a pilot plant, an incubator, a training center, and a science and technology exhibition
center, as well as testing and analysis services.
ƒ Build up a collaboration network between educational organizations, research institutions, and
industry clusters.
ƒ Produce economical machines and tools to meet requirements of industry groups.
ƒ Emphasize services to potential agricultural industries and business communities.
ƒ Provide other services to enhance new business channels, such as joint investments,
procurement of capital sources, low interest loans, and patent services.
NSP HUMAN RESOURCES
Permanent Staffs and Employees
As of September 30, 2007
Permanent Staff
Project Employee
Total
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Persons
Persons
Persons
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Permanent
Staff
Project
Employee
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Permanent
Staff
Project
Employee
SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNOLOGICAL SERVICES
Pilot projects and academic trainings have been proceeded with the collaboration between NSP,
entrepreneurs, and network alliances in order to increase the entrepreneur’s commercial and competitive
capabilities for the following industry clusters;
1. Instant Herbal Beverage Packaging Development Project
As demand and popularity for supplementary foods has risen, consumers are currently increasing
requirement on supplementary foods in various forms. In order to respond to customer’s requirement,
manufacturers have launched lots of supplementary foods into the market. Instant herbal beverage is one of
the most favorite supplementary products, which is also highly competitive in the market. The entrepreneurs,
therefore, have to immediately develop product’s packaging and that will help to further increase the market
share and achieve another significant improvement in the organization’s profitability.
Jiraporn Herbal Beverage Community Enterprise
Jiraporn Herbal Beverage Community Enterprise is a community cluster manufacturer of beverage
products mainly from natural sources, situated in Tumbon Fah Harm, Ampher Muang, Chiang Mai and
having Ms. Jiraporn Rangsri as a chairwoman. In the past, production and management were done
according to the rich folk wisdom with local and available packing materials. However, due to the market
expansion and the increasing growth in popularity of natural products, the community enterprise needs to
develop proper product packaging that can keep products for longer and prevent contamination.
Work Procedure
The project leader is Mr. Sakkhee Sensupha, Director of Thai Packaging Centre (TPC), Thailand
Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR).
Scope of Work
Conducted Research and Development of retail packaging and multi packaging of instant tea
beverage products including Instant Krachai-Dam (Kaempferia parviflora) and instant Ham (Coscinium
usitatum), which were selected to be pilot products for new packaging development.
Overall Project Operations
Packaging samples of Instant Krachai-Dam (Kaempferia parviflora) and instant Ham (Coscinium
usitatum) including labels have been done successfully. They have been made from foil bags and the
entrepreneur has launched new packaging as a market test already. New packaging design can add value to
the products as well as keeping their quality for longer period of time.
Packaging samples of Instant Krachai-Dam (Kaempferia
parviflora) and instant Ham (Coscinium usitatum)
2. Cracker Enriched with Bee Pollen Project Development and Technology Transfer
Project
"Bee pollen" is actually pollen from flowers that is collected from the hives of bees, where the bees
have gathered and stored pollen from plants in compressed pellets. Honeybee pollen is rich in vitamins,
proteins, enzymes and coenzymes, fatty acids, and carbohydrates that our bodies need. They have a slightly
sweet taste so they are typically mixed with other foods or drinks. Bee pollen products get into difficulty in
the market as they are still not generally well known. Therefore, bee pollen manufacturers are unable to
make use of bee pollen in more effectively and efficiently ways.
Supha Bee Farm Co.,Ltd
Supha Bee Farm Co., Ltd is situated in Tumbon Rimtai, Ampher Maerim, Chiang Mai, carrying bee
products such as royal jelly, bee pollen, bee wax, propels and bee venom. The company has a farseeing
idea to add value and develop products enriched with bee pollen. New product development finally was
“Cracker Enriched with Bee Pollen”, according to the fact that they are very easy to eat and has good
market potentialities. Production technology and original recipe were also available, and that enable the
company to develop new products more efficiently.
Work Procedure
The project leader is Dr. Somchai Jomduang, Food Science and Technology, Faculty of AgroIndustry, Chiang Mai University.
Scope of Work
Developed an appropriate formula for cracker enriched with bee pollen, studied on quality and
consumer acceptance on cracker enriched with bee pollen’s products, and studied on production cost,
technology transfer and incubation of market testing.
Overall Project Operations
The first stage of the project has proceeded successfully that the proper formula for cracker
enriched with bee pollen was developed, as well as conducted a study on quality and consumer acceptance
on this product. Product packaging has also been finished and is currently in application for permission from
the Food and Drug Administration to have the NSP and Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological
Research’s logos printed on the product packaging.
Cracker Enriched with Bee Pollen Product
Packaging sample of Cracker Enriched w
Bee Pollen
3. Corncob Fuel Management for Tobacco Factory Hot Boiler Project
Turning agricultural leftover crop waste such as corncobs, millets, stalks, leaves, etc into fuels used
in production process are now widely popular and concerned. The agricultural wasts are used to generate
renewable energy. It is a simple way of cutting costs and running a more sustainable operation. However,
storage and conveyor system are still major problems. Therefore, the study on fuel management is needed
to enable the efficient energy utilization.
Theppawong Co., Ltd.
Having an office in Ampher Muang, Chiang Mai and a factory in Ampher Pong, Payao, Theppawong
Co., Ltd is a manufacturer of dry longan and tobacco. At the beginning, the company used lignite, often
referred to as brown coal, as a main fuel. However, having realized and concerned on the environmental
pollution left by the use of lignite, the company then turned to use corncob as an alternative fuel. Replaced
coal by corncob, this energy resource can be reused and save lots of money, nevertheless, there were a lot
of problems incurred; lack of storage space and technical problems on steam-electric power generation
machine. As a result, Theppawong Co., Ltd would like to do a corncob fuel management in order to facilitate
the processes of storage, relocation, conveyor system, and increase working ability.
Work Procedure
The project leader is Dr. Choorat Thararak, Department of Agricultural Machinery Engineering,
Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna.
Scope of Work
Provided consultancy service on corncob fuel management in terms of storage, relocation, conveyor
system, and built a corncob blocking machine.
Overall Project Operations
A study was conducted on methods to minimize the size of corncob fuel in order to make it more
convenient for storage, relocation and conveyor system. According to the primary study, burning ratio of
uncrushed corncob bar is better than crushed corncob bar. Therefore, the next stage is to proceeding with
the development of uncrushed corncob bar blocking system, corncob storehouse design, sun-exposed area,
and conveyor system in order to increase capability of operation and production.
Corncob Conveyor
4. The Development on Yanagi in Closed System Project
Due to high initial investment cost of mushroom cultivation in closed system, the majority of
commercial mushroom production in Thailand still depends on natural environment. Commercial production
in carefully controlled growing rooms allows mushrooms to be cultivated all year round. If the knowledge and
technology of mushroom cultivation in closed system are being transferred, not only mushroom
cultivators/entrepreneurs will be able to standardize the production of mushroom, the mushroom industries
will also strengthen its competitiveness and ability to compete in the global market.
Petchaboon Innovation Co., Ltd.
Located in Tumbon Naimuang, A. Muang, Petchaboon, Petchaboon Innovation Co., Ltd has
produced innovative commercial products, based on scientific and technological knowledge, which are
researched and developed by researchers from varied organizations. The company initiated and advanced
new idea of cultivating mushrooms in a closed system growing rooms. Yanagi Mushroom (YanagiMutsutake) was selected because of high peak demand to the market. Besides the idea being nicely thought
out, the company also would like to develop network of mushroom production in order to increase peasant’s
income and production ability.
Work Procedure
The project leader is Dr. Chana Promtong, Chief of Highland Agricultural Development Coordinating
Center, Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research.
Scope of Work
The Yanagi’s rooms in a closed system was designed and constructed, consisting of mushroom
fruiting bodies rooms and mushroom growing rooms. The technology transfer training of Yanagi mushroom
cultivation, fruiting body production system, growing process, and environmental analysis and testing were
additionally held for officers and people involved in production process.
Overall Project Operations
Petchaboon Innovation Co., Ltd. has already signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with
Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research. The project is currently proceeding with
construction site survey, design, and mushroom fruiting bodies room and mushroom growing room layout
plans.
Yanagi Mushroom
5. The application of Environmental Technology and Equipment Development on
Production Process Project
Rice Crisp, Sweet Rice Cracker or Khao Tan is a well-known snack in the north of Thailand. Khao
Tan made from glutinous rice fried in palm oil and spread with sugar cane. In the present time, Khao Tan is
commercially marketable and all entrepreneurs still follow the old production process, which is considered
below industrial standard. This causes produced products are of poor quality and still have not gotten any
product certification. It is truly the major problem in running business.
Thaweephan Rice Crackers Group
Thaweephan Rice Crackers Group has been producing Khao Tan for more than 10 years. It’s office
and factory are situated in Tumbon Nakaeo, Ampher Kokha, Lampang. The manufacturer has developed
Khao Tan in many tastes such as Spicy Khao Tan, Sweet Khao Tan, Khao Tan with Garlic and Pepper,
Khao Tan with Seaweed, Khao Tan Black Sesame, etc. Moreover, the products were selected as OTOP 5star of Lampang province. Distribution channels are both domestic and international markets. The
manufacturer is presently trying to get a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) certificate and is now making
adjustments on their manufacturing buildings to comply with the GMP principles. Therefore, the manufacturer
wants to improve production processes; utensils for rice steaming, frying utensils including heat ventilation/
smoke absorption/ hot vapor control system in order to strengthen production capability and be able to get
the factory certification.
Work Procedure
The project leader is Mr. Chalermsak Pongklawkam, specialist in Machinery and
Engineering from Phitsanulok Technical College.
Energy
Scope of Work
A study was conducted on raw materials steaming and frying processes, and heat and steam
ventilation system. The information gained from the study was consequently used to build a heat ventilation
set/ smoke absorption/ hot vapor host, smoke absorption monitor set, energy saving frying stove, and steam
stove.
Overall Project Operations
Thaweephan Rice Crackers Group has already signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
with Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research. Materials and equipments are currently in
the settlement process.
Steam Stove
Heat Ventilation Set (for frying process)
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT FOR THE GOVERNMENT AND
PRIVATE SECTORS
In the fiscal year 2007, NSP provided development courses and trainings for participants from
the government and private sectors. Details of the training courses were classified as follows;
ƒ Training Course “Fabric Printing and Silkscreen Techniques” on October 7-8, 2006 in Chiang
Mai
ƒ Training Course “Batik Fabric Coloring Techniques” on October 9-10, 2006 in Chiang Mai
ƒ Training Course “Primary Knowledge of Fabric Printing and Mound Preparation” on January
24, 2007 in Chiang Rai
ƒ Training Course “Fabric Printing Workshop and Value Adding Techniques on Fabric Product”
on January 25, 2007 in Chiang Rai
ƒ Training Course “Fabric Value Adding Workshop” on January 25, 2007 in Chiang Rai
ƒ Academic Training Course ISO / IEC 17025:2005 on August 23 – 24, 2007 in Phitsanulok
ƒ Academic Training Course ISO / IEC 17025:2005 on August 27 – 28, 2007 in Chiang Mai
ƒ Academic Training Course ISO 22000: Requirements for organization in the food chain on
September 6-7, 2007 in Chiang Mai
ƒ Academic Training Course ISO 22000: Requirements for organization in the food chain on
September 10-11, 2007 in Phitsanulok
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
NSP has developed an extensive and international website featuring organization information
to the general public and interested people. In order to support building NSP’s image, the website data
bases have been corrected and developed regularly. NSP’s website can be viewed at www.nsp.or.th
and www.northernsciencepark.com.
ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
NSP has realized the importance of networking and effective work collaboration. In order to
accomplish and sustain the goals, the following three main networks have been set up;
1.
NSP Office is the NSP’s main office situated in Building No. 3, The Graduate School,
Chiang Mai University, 239 Huay Kaew Road, Suthep Road, Muang District, Chiang Mai
50200. It is in charge of Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Lampang, Maehongsorn, and Tak provinces.
Chiang Mai University is the key management partner.
2.
NSP Office (Upper North) is a network office situated in Mae Fah Luang University,
333 Moo 1, Thasud, Muang, Chiang Rai 57100. It is in charge of Chiang Rai, Phrae, Nan,
and Payao provinces and is under the management of Mae Fah Luang University.
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NSP Office (Lower North) is also a network office situated in Institute of Research
and Development Administration 6th Floor, Information Technology Services Center Building,
Naresuan University, T. Thapo, Muang, Phitsanulok 65000. It is in charge of Phitsanulok,
Uttraradit, Phetchabun, Nakhon Sawan, Kam Paeng Phet, Uthai Thani, Pichit, and Sukhothai
provinces and is under the management of Naresuan University.
NSP has consistently created a positive working atmosphere, cooperate culture to inspire,
empower and energize the network alliances, which are;
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Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR)
National Science Technology Development Agency Northern Network
Northern Region Investment and Economic Center 1
Department of Industrial Promotion 1
Software Industry Promotion Agency (Public Organization) Chiang Mai Office
The Federation of Industries, Chiang Mai Chapter
Chiangmai Chambers of Commerce
Research Development and Innovation Service Center (R&DISC)
Chiang Mai University Business Incubator (CMUBI)
Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (RMUTL)
Chiang Mai Rajabhat University (CMRU)
Chiang Mai Rajabhat University Research and Development Institute
Chiang Mai Technical College
Chiang Rai Technical College
Maejo University
Maejo University Business Incubator
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Payap University
North - Chiang Mai University
Far Eastern University
Phitsanulok Teachnical College
Rajamangala University of Technology Krung Thep
National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT)
Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden
Association for Promotion of Thai Small and Medium Entrepreneurs (ATSME)
Northern Handicrafts Manufactures and Exporters Association (NOHMEX)
Northern Support and Development Vocational Education Center
Etc.
PROGRESSION OF NSP PROJECT
1. Status and Administrative Organization Structure Aspect
On February, 23, 2007, Administrative Board of Thailand Institute of Scientific and
Technological Research (TISTR) have approved the Northern Science Park Royal Decree (Public
Organization). The issue is currently in presenting to the Minister of Science and Technology. The
royal decree includes details of NSP business plan, structure and human resource management form,
and budget.
2. Physical Aspect
NSP master plan on 135 Rais area usage and main building construction in Maehea District,
Chiang Mai University, has already finished. Basic structures that correspond to the research and
development and entrepreneur capability development will consist mainly of administrative office,
research building, incubation building, prototype factory, heavy duty testing and workshop building,
business center and scientific and technological exhibition building, and residential buildings.
In the 2007 fiscal year, NSP has allocated budget of 16 Million Baht for the administrative
office building construction (two storied building, 1,600 square meters), which was designed by Faculty
of Architecture, Chiang Mai University.
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
In fiscal year 2007, in order to enhance personnel administrative and management efficiency,
NSP has encouraged NSP’s staffs and employees to attend the meetings, seminars, and training
courses as follows;
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Economic Evaluation Directions and Techniques
Technological Project Administration
Set up effective Organization's Key Success Factors (KPI)
Knowledge-based Society in Practice: The Swedish Model of Scientific and Harmonizing
Community
Government Information and Service System Integration : One Stop Services
Logistics Workshop & Seminar
Potentiality development on regional production, marketing, agricultural machines, and
industries to decrease future import
Just in Time Knowledge Creation and Intellectual Branding
Investment Promotion Policy and Investment Direction in the Upper North of Thailand
Registration Direction of Geographical Indications (GI) and Geographical Indications (GI) of
Celadonware in Chiang Mai
Software Industry Development Strategies
The Upper North Thailand Labor Problem Solving
Research Development Directions to Intellectual Property Management
Business Plan Basics for Personnel
PUBLICITY OF NSP’S ACTIVITIES
In fiscal year 2007, NSP has made its works and activities known to public via several media
of both internal and mass communications in order to gain cooperation and popularization.
INTERNAL COMMUNICATION
1) Printed media e.g. news and activities board
2) NSP’s website and E-office system
MASS COMMUNICATION
1) NSP road show seminars for academicians in educational institutions
2) Formal opening ceremony “Tea Party at Northern Science Park”
3) Publicize information of the organization via radio programs, newspapers, magazines,
journals, newsletters, etc
4) Press conference on NSP working progress and project collaboration
5) Interviews of NSP top management by mass medias; radio programs and newspaper
6) Public exhibitions to promote NSP’ image and gain networks
7) NSP brochures in both Thai and English versions featuring NSP’s objectives, mission, and
services.
8) NSP video presentation
9) NSP website establishment; www.nsp.or.th and www.northernsciencepark.com
NSP ACTIVITIES 2007
Dr. Sujinda Chotipanit, Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Science and Technology
opened and participated in the seminar titled “Northern Science Park Response on Northern Industry”.
NSP coordinator and advisor, Prof. Dr. Tavisakdi Ramingwong paid courtesy visit to academic
institutions and consulted with presidents and administrators in regards to future cooperation plan with
NSP.
NSP conducted road show seminars pertaining to “The Northern Science Park” by Prof. Dr.
Tavisakdi Ramingwong, NSP coordinator and advisor for academic institutions, researchers, and
interested people.
The “Tea Party at Northern Science” was held at Chiang Mai University on March 20, 2007
as a formal opening ceremony of Northern Science Park administration office. Dr. Nongluck
Pankurddee, Governor of Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research graciously
opened the ceremony.
Press conference announcing the projects collaboration between Northern Science Park,
researchers, and entrepreneurs was held at Panorama room, Tharin Hotel Chiang Mai.
“Northern Science Park Annual Personnel Seminar 2007” was held in order to specify scopes,
duties, and responsibilities for each department.
NSP BUDGET 2007
NSP Project has been established to operate in accordance with consistent Government
policy. Therefore, the entire income has received from the annual government statement of
expenditure.
NSP Budget Table 2007 by Source
Budget
Personnel Operating Subsidy
Budget
Budget Budget
Capital
Budget
Other
Expense
Budget
Total
Annual Government
Statement of
Expenditure
6,000,000 4,000,000
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19,000,000
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29,000,000
Total
6,000,000 4,000,000
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19,000,000
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29,000,000
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Northern Science Park
Building No. 3, The Graduate School, Chiang Mai University
239 Huay Kaew Road, Suthep Road, Muang District, Chiang Mai 50200
Phone Number: 053-892-225/081-9153-846 Fax Number: 053-892-226 ext. 18
http://www.nsp.or.th, http://www.northernsciencepark.com