Research & Development

Sustainability Research Fund (University of Phayao, Thailand)

University of Phayao provides a huge range of support for research staff, ranging from help finding funding, to career advice, to guidance for new principal investigators which related to 8 topics including with

• 1) Sustainable Bioeconomy
• 2) Digital Transformation
• 3) Innovative materials, Manufacturing and Construction
• 4) Smart Healthcare
• 5) Sustainable Mobility
• 6) Sustainable Energy and Environment
• 7) Creative and Learning Society
• 8) Inclusive and Sustainability Research

Total research fund dedicated to sustainability research in 2024 = 4,532,714.11 US Dollars
Total research fund dedicated to sustainability research in 2025 = 5,470,164.17 US Dollars
Total research fund dedicated to sustainability research in 2026 = 5,678,116.52 US Dollars The averaged annum last 3 years of research fund dedicated to sustainability research = 5,226,998.27 US Dollars The ratio of sustainability research funding to total research funding = 87.31%

Example of Sustainability Research

Development of Technology and Innovation for Future Food to Enhance Sustainable Economic Growth in Mae Puem Subdistrict, Muang District, Phayao Province

Development of an Artificial Insemination System for Swine for Smallholder Farmers in Chiang Kham District, Phayao Province

Community Health Development Through Community Participation Meuang Phayao Phayao Province

Enhancing English Vocabulary Achievement for Hmong Ethnic Students (Grades 1-3) at Insi Aasa Learning Center Through Innovative Linguistic Integration and Play-Based Learning

Extreme Climate Change-Related Disaster Preparation Using Geoinformatics Technology

Restoration and Conservation of the Forest Ecosystem at the Border of the University of Phayao, Rong Kham Luang Forest Reserve, and Ban So Community Forest for Sustainable Development

Research Fund (University of Phayao, Thailand)

The University of Phayao has a research and innovation mission to develop into a research university that produces high-quality research that concretely meets the needs of the community, society, and the commercial economy. This includes increasing the number of research-oriented personnel, improving the quality of research, and promoting and supporting balanced research that improves the quality of life in the community, reduces social inequality, and enhances national competitiveness. The university aims to be a source of knowledge and a platform for knowledge transfer to contribute to the economic and social development of the country, alleviate poverty, and increase national competitiveness.

Total research fund in 2024 = 6,017,942.26 US Dollars
Total research fund in 2025 = 6,609,671.55 US Dollars
Total research fund in 2026 = 6,503,397.68 US Dollars The averaged annum last 3 years of research fund = 6,377,003.83 US Dollars More over research funding in the Annual report 2025-26: http://dra.up.ac.th/updra/

Total Research Funds (in US Dollars) (Categorized by funding source)

Total Research Funds (in US Dollars) (yearly)

Percentage of researchers to total academic staff per year, Average 2013-2026. (University of Phayao, Thailand)

University of Phayao, It is a university that focuses on producing high-quality manpower in society, engineering, science and technology. Create new knowledge through research and development, provide academic services through learning exchange, and transfer knowledge and technology experience to the social community and the country's industrial sector. The process of passing through the mission of University of Phayao From generation to generation over a period of more than 1 decades, it has created outstanding achievements in the field of producing and developing graduates. Research is evident and accepted in the field of education and society in general to help build and develop the country, to learn from society, and to conduct research to meet the needs of the community. society and create an impact on the country's economy. However, in the past decade, There are rapid changes in various aspects, both domestically and internationally, which have affected both the economic dimension. society Science and technology, as well as education, have forced the university to adapt to carry out new missions. must be prepared to develop advanced personnel to be ready to lead social change. Work to make an impact on the community. society and the country in a meaningful and meaningful way. There are a number of Researchers and Instructors In various faculties within the university, there are 148 person as detailed as attached.

List of 148 Researchers in Three Programs (in 2026)

• Program 1: Knowledge Creation through Science, Research, and Innovation for Academic Excellence
• Program 2: Developing Science, Research, and Innovation for Area-Based Development with Knowledge for Internationalization (Frontier Area-Based Research)
• Program 3: Developing Science, Research, and Innovation for Sustainable Community, Social, and Economic Development

University of Phayao researchers recognized in the World's TOP 2% Scientists 2025

The TOP 30 Scientists H-Index Rankings 2026 from School of Science.

The TOP 30 Scientists H-Index Rankings 2026 from School of Medical Sciences.

The TOP 30 Scientists H-Index Rankings 2026 from School of Energy and Environment (SEEN).

The TOP 30 Scientists H-Index Rankings 2026 from the School of Information and Communication Technology, School of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and School of Engineering.

The TOP 30 Scientists H-Index Rankings 2026 from the School of Dentistry, School of Allied Health Sciences, and School of Public Health.

Events scholarly publications on sustainability in the academic year 2020 – 2026 is 3,259 publications. A total scholarly publication in 2026 is 165 publications.

Number of scholarly publications on sustainability published in 2023 = 522 publications
Number of scholarly publications on sustainability published in 2024 = 636 publications
Number of scholarly publications on sustainability published in 2025 = 742 publications
Number of scholarly publications on sustainability published in 2026 = 547 publications
** (The information is from the Research Administration Division, but there are 574 sustainability published listed on Google scholar)

University of Phayao published a total of 3,259 research papers (2020-2026). Of these, 2,661 papers, or 81.64%, focused on sustainability and the environment. Specifically, 1,373 papers addressed environmental issues, 572 focused on agriculture and food security, and 716 explored sustainability in various fields such as energy and engineering. Furthermore, although only 165 papers will be published in 2026, there are still 721 research papers remaining in the publishing system.

University of Phayao Reinforces Area-Based Development and SDGs through the 15th Phayao Research Conference
The University of Phayao hosted the 15th Phayao Research Conference under the theme "SDG Global Connect: Learning from Best Practices" during 26–27 January 2026 at the University of Phayao. The conference reaffirmed the University's role as an area-based higher education institution in driving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through the integration of academic knowledge, research, and multi-sectoral collaboration. The opening ceremony was presided over by Adjunct Professor Athapol Yaisawang, Chairman of the University Council, while Associate Professor Supakorn Pongbangpho, Ph.D. President, University of Phayao, delivered the conference objectives.
The conference highlighted the translation of research outcomes into social, environmental, and economic impacts. A key initiative, the "One Faculty, One SDG" project, generated significant value for local communities, with several projects achieving social and economic returns exceeding tenfold, as measured by Social Return on Investment (SROI).
Key activities included an international academic forum, the presentation of 105 research papers across health sciences, science and technology, and humanities and social sciences, as well as exhibitions showcasing area-based development research and innovation. The event also presented outcomes from the HR Reinventing University initiative and honored outstanding researchers and organizational units, underscoring the University of Phayao's commitment to connecting local research to the global stage in support of sustainable development.

Number of scholarly publications on published in 2026 = 547 publications

Number of scholarly publications on published in 2025 = 1,890 publications

Number of scholarly publications on published in 2024 = 1,300 publications

University of Phayao is a leading institution that emphasizes the development of high-quality human resources in society, engineering, science, and technology. The university continuously generates new knowledge through research and development, provides academic services via learning exchanges, and transfers technological knowledge and experiences to the social and industrial sectors. Over more than one decades, University of Phayao has demonstrated strong achievements in producing and developing graduates, conducting impactful research, and contributing to both education and society. These efforts have strengthened the nation's development through knowledge creation and community engagement. In recent years, University of Phayao has faced rapid and significant changes at both national and global levels economically, socially, scientifically, and technologically. These transformations have compelled the university to adapt to new missions, particularly the preparation of advanced personnel who can lead societal change and create meaningful impacts at the community, societal, and national levels. Currently, University of Phayao has a total of 148 lecturers and researchers across various faculties and research units. During the same one-year period, the university has produced 547 scholarly and scopus publications, many of which contribute directly to the field of sustainability aligning with University of Phayao's commitment to driving sustainable development through innovation, knowledge creation, and research-based impact.

Ratio of scholarly publications on sustainability to lecturers and researchers on campus in one year period:
Total scholarly publication in one year period / Total lecturers and researchers in one year period
Formula: (6.9/6.8) = 547/148 = 3.69