Science and Technology in Thailand: Lessons from a Developing Economy

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Thailand is a typical "advanced" developing country, or is on the verge of becoming one, and may be viewed as a model, albeit far from an ideal one, for countries that have increasingly realized the role of science and technology in their development.

Science and Technology in Thailand: Lessons from a Developing Economy is intended for readers who are interested in the role of science and technology in national development, and for those interested in Thai and Southeast Asian studies. It provides an overview of the role of science and technology in developing countries in general and in Thailand in particular. The status of science and technology in developing countries and the important role it plays in a country's development is discussed extensively.

Science and technology is examined in their cultural and historical contexts, and then by elaborating on science and technology in terms of Thailand's educational and research resources. Specific sectors of the Thai economy (industry, agriculture, health and environment) are considered in light of the role played by science and technology. The book also examines the international context of Thailand's science and technology development. It uses comparison with other countries at various stages in their development in order to reach some conclusions about the future direction of science and technology in Thailand.