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CRAES Showcases Tech Achievements, Signs MOU with NIA
Published on 26/07/2024
» Senior representatives from the Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Science (CRAES), a government-affiliated research institute at the forefront of environmental science and technologies, attended the "MHESI Fair: SCI POWER FOR FUTURE THAILAND" organised by Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI). The landmark event, held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok from 22 to 28 July, showcases Thailand's cutting-edge research and innovations. The fair aims to promote the country’s scientific and innovative prowess and underscore Thailand's commitment to sustainable economic development through education, research, and innovation.
Hatching a creative society
News, Published on 31/08/2020
» The Covid-19 pandemic has forced universities to reconsider how they deliver education, with most of them forced to quickly adopt online teaching models.
Lead mines secretly reopening
Jon Fernquest, Published on 30/05/2013
» Lead mines which poisoned rivers & villages in Kanchanaburi, owned by a powerful family, slowly & secretly preparing to open again.
Property development vs. construction
Jon Fernquest, Published on 15/06/2012
» Young businessman with quickly growing business explains his move into property development despite construction's greater profitability.
Virabongsa as central bank chairman: Conflict ahead?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 15/05/2012
» Appointment of economist pushing for big changes (monetary policy, foreign reserves, sovereign wealth fund) may lead to conflicts.
Flood prevention: Big money construction projects?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 27/04/2012
» Large expensive construction projects the government focus, rather than using Bangkok's extensive ancient canals that already exist.
Flood prevention: Running out of time
Jon Fernquest, Published on 20/02/2012
» Delays dredging canals & irrigation repairs, public hearings on farmer compensation for water retention, all make 3 month deadline difficult.
High dam water levels: Flood risk
Jon Fernquest, Published on 23/01/2012
» With rainy season arriving in May, high dam water levels could lead to flood repeat.
Super-express floodway
Jon Fernquest, Published on 15/11/2011
» A 200km super canal to drain runoff from the natural canals around Bangkok into the sea, handling 1.6 billion cubic metres of water at 6,000 cu/m per second.