The Institute of Molecular Biosciences, Mahidol University
The Institute of Molecular Biosciences, Mahidol University, is a research institute, equivalent to a faculty within Mahidol University. The Institute aims for research excellence in molecular biosciences, supports research-related missions, graduate studies and academic services. As of 2019, the Institute offers Doctorate and Master Degree programs.
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| Established | 20 May 2009 |
|---|---|
| Director | Professor Narattaphol Charoenphandhu, M.D., Ph.D. |
| Address | 25/25 Phuttamonthon 4 Road, Salaya, Nakhon Pathom 73170 Thailand , Nakhon Pathom |
| Colours | Orange |
| Website | mb.mahidol.ac.th |
History[edit]
The Institute of Molecular Biosciences is a union between two previous research institutes within Mahidol University, the Institute of Science and Technology for Research and Development and the Institute of Molecular Biology and Genetics.
The Institute of Science and Technology for Research and Development was founded in 1981 with the goal to support University professors and researchers the field of molecular life sciences research. In 1992, a full research facility in Salaya campus was built, with a construction budget of approximately 392 million baht and 24 million baht for research equipment. The building is the first building that is equipped with laboratories, capable of conducting research in various fields.
The Institute of Molecular Biology and Genetics was founded in 1997, according to the Government Gazette announcement, dated 2 October 1997 with the goal of to produce and develop research in the field of molecular biology and genetics and to serve as an academic center for molecular genetics discipline.
The Institute of Molecular Biosciences was established on 20 May 2009 when the Institute of Science and Technology for Research and Development was merged with the Institute of Molecular Biology and Genetics due to Mahidol University structural re-organization.
The Institute of Molecular Biosciences is the starting point for cultivating research at the forefront of universities and of the country. These include research in medicine and medical sciences, relating to common diseases found in Thailand such as thalassemia and dengue fever, in biotechnology such as biodiversity, rubber, cassava, shrimp and mosquito population control. The Institute also own research and development projects with high commercial value, particularly vaccine development, iron chelators and shrimp biotechnology. In addition, research related to food, medicine, diagnosis and vaccination have high impact and can generate income to both the Institute and the University. They also answer to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), which are to increase food security and to increase the quality of life.
Vision[edit]
To be a world-class research institute in the field of molecular biosciences.
Mission[edit]
- To create excellent graduates with the potential to generate world-class research.
- To generate exceptional basic and applied research that drive forward the advancement of science, technology and innovations that serves the society.
- To design excellent academic services that address the needs of society
- To promote arts and culture, that create safe and harmonious working environment, consistent with green policy.
- To build a network of international collaborations in education and research that raises the quality of graduates, research and innovations.
- To promote efficient and effective management systems and human resource development that can accommodate to changes, consistent with an international standard of quality.
Values[edit]
W = Wisdom
E = Excellence
M = Mastery
B = Belonging
List of previous directors[edit]
| Institute of Science and Technology Research and Development, Mahidol University | |
|---|---|
| Institute Director | In Office |
| Emeritus Professor Natth Bhamarapravati, M.D., D.Sc. Med. | 1981-1984 |
| Emeritus Professor Serene Pibooniyom, Ph.D. | 1985-1997 |
| Emeritus Professor Sakol Panyim, Ph.D. | 1998-2001 |
| Institute of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Mahidol University | |
| List of institute directors | In Office |
| Emeritus Professor Sakol Panyim, Ph.D., | 2001-2002 |
| Professor Kanok Pavasuthipaisit, Ph.D., M.D. | 2002-2005 |
| Institute of Molecular Biosciences, Mahidol University | |
| List of institute directors | In Office |
| Professor Prasert Auewarakul, M.D., Dr. Med. | 20 May 2009 – 15 October 2012 |
| Professor Narattaphol Charoenphandhu, M.D., Ph.D. | 17 November 2016 - Present |
Curriculum[edit]
Master Degree Program[edit]
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Neuroscience
Ph.D. Degree Program[edit]
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Neuroscience
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Systems Biosciences
Research Centers and Academic Clusters[edit]
Consists of 4 research centers and 2 academic clusters including
Research centers[edit]
- Thalassemia Research Center
- Research Center for Neuroscience
- Center for Vaccine Development
- Center for Biomedical Instrument
Academic clusters[edit]
- Molecular Medical Biosciences Cluster consisting of research groups, which include Virology, Protein Production, Bacterial Protein Toxin and Stem Cell.
- Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering Cluster consisting of research groups, which include Bio-Energy, Polymer Sciences, Protein Structure and Function, Shrimp Molecular Biology, Reproductive Medicine and Plant Sciences.
Reference[edit]
- The Government Gazette announcement on the division of government offices and departments in Mahidol University (Issue 2) 1981, dated 19 December 1981
- The Government Gazette announcement on Royal Decree on Establishment of Government Sector in Mahidol University, Ministry of University Affairs 1997, dated 2 October 1997
- The Government Gazette announcement on Mahidol University Announcement on Establishment of Mahidol University 2009, dated 20 May 2009
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