Dr. Ornprapa P. Robert

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1 Dr. Ornprapa P. Robert is currently an assistant professor of environmental science at the dept. of environmental science, Silpakorn University, Thailand. She received her PhD of Remote Sensing and GIS from Asian Institute of Technology in Her expertise is introducing nanotechnology and geoscience for air pollution control and monitoring. Ornprapa also received several academic awards; One of best articles given by International Frequency Sensor Association (2007), Best student paper award from 5 th World Scientific and Engineering Academy and Society International Conference on Instrument, Measurement, Circuits and Systems (2006), and Best spear award from ACRS (2004). 1

2 Capacity Development needs in Geosciences; trends, gaps and scenarios for improvement Session II: Training and capacity building needs in geosciences Air Pollution Control and Monitoring based Nanotechnology and Geoscience Dr. Ornprapa P. Robert Assistant Professor of Environmental Science Dept. of Environmental Science, School of Science, Silpakorn University, Nakornpathom, THAILAND 2

3 Issues for discussion: What are the current needs to make Capacity Building Development in Geoscience achieved? What are the major gaps in capacity development from an academic perspective of geoscience professionals and how can we fill these gaps to come up with more sustainable development? 3

4 Current trends in the world THAILAND Map-Ta-Put Industrial Estate, Thailand Forest fire and biomass burning in SE Asia MOD14 Product March 11, 2007 GMT 6:59 Particulate and CO 2 Recent Flooding in Bangkok 4

5 Example of Nanotechnology and Geoscience Solutions Sensor Service Network 5

6 Capacity development needs in general Research (To build up knowledge) Capacities (Resources of knowledgeable people) Knowledge Expertise (applications of knowledge) 6

7 Capacity Development needs in Geosciences An estimation of potential water, energy and mineral resources for sustainable regional development planning Sustainable and natural solutions; modern and cost effective clean waste management technologies for industry/environment sector EU-SE Asia Link: Emerging and potentially transformative case studies in SE Asia, particularly in sectors such as geoscience, material sciences and environmental science. 7

8 Capacity Development needs in Geosciences Practical development and training; CO 2 storage for Community via e-learning/virtual fieldwork Awareness enhancement dealing with cultural aspects (Reliable information to community) 8

9 Capacity Development needs in Geosciences Natural solutions Biofuel process Geosciences information system, applied science, computer science/it, fundamental science 9

10 Major gaps in capacity development from an academic perspective of geoscience professionals Crossdisciplinary Geoscience, applied science (material science/ nanotechnology), computer science/it, fundamental science, economic and social science Major gaps I Tool developments To make implementation of knowledge uncomplicated and practical Applications of knowledge in case studies/pilots/projects Implement virtual field trips and brainstorm discussion and come up with modern techniques and solutions 10

11 Major gaps in capacity development from an academic perspective of geoscience professionals (Cont d) Policies & strategies in support of research to developing countries (speed up to 5 % of national income) Major gaps II Direction & policy framework in the allocation of research funds and management research. Building connections To understand and identify the variety of research so as to employ knowledge by building connections between public and private support to do more research. 11

12 How will capacity development in geoscience be improved in future if? Multi-sectoral / multidisciplinary is incentive There is not enough research fund available worldwide The focus is on economic development The environmental/climate change problems will increase very rapidly The focus is on sustainable development 12

13 THANK YOU 13