Suranaree University of Technology (SUT) is pleased to announce a significant advancement in our international academic partnerships through a new collaboration with National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) in the field of semiconductor technology.
Strategic Meeting
On March 13, 2025, a collaborative meeting took place between the Academy of Innovative Semiconductor and Sustainable Manufacturing (AISSM) at NCKU and the SUT delegation. This important gathering was organized by Chair Professor Fong-Chin Su, Executive Director of the Taiwan-Thailand Science and Technology Center (TTSTC).
SUT Representation
The SUT delegation was led by:
- Assistant to the Rector, Dr. Panya Buahombura
- CIA Deputy Director, Dr. Tapany Patcharawit
Distinguished Attendees
The meeting was attended by notable academic leaders:
- President of Chiang Mai University, Prof. Pongsak Sribanditmongkol
- Vice Chancellor of Universiti Malaya, Malaysia, Prof. Noor Azuan Osman
Key Areas of Collaboration
The discussions focused on establishing collaborations in semiconductor technology at all scales, with emphasis on:
- Core semiconductor technology including materials
- Chip design
- Fabrication
- Assembly and testing
- Pathways for joint collaboration on student mobility (Summer School 2025)
- Short and long-term research initiatives
- Scholar exchange visits
Exclusive Meeting Outcomes
In a separate meeting with Associate Dean Prof. Wei-Chou Hsu from the Institute of Microelectronics and Prof. Dr. Wen-Dung Hsu from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, SUT proposed several areas for collaboration:
- Student mobility programs
- Academic exchange and training opportunities
- Co-creation of cooperative and work-integrated education in the semiconductor field
Thailand’s Opportunity in Semiconductor Industry
The collaboration aims to strengthen Thailand’s position in the semiconductor industry, focusing on:
- IC design
- Fabrication
- Assembling, testing, and packaging
Future Prospects
This collaboration marks a significant step toward enhancing SUT’s capabilities in semiconductor technology and education. With more comprehensive activities to be discussed and planned throughout 2025, both institutions look forward to developing fruitful future collaborations that will benefit students, faculty, and the semiconductor industry in Thailand.