NANO Talk: “Science Communication – Are we talking the same talk?”

Invitation to attend: NANO Talk on “Science Communication – Are we talking the same talk?”

By: Dr. Wilaiporn Chetanachan
Director of Siam Cement Group (SCG) Corporate Technology Office

When: Wednesday, February 26 (13:30 – 15:30)

Venue: NANOTEC Innovation Room (INC 2)

Abstract:

There are various organisations and schemes that seek to inform the public of important and topical issues in science. Greater awareness empowers the public and enables informed debate on scientific issues affecting society. The problem arises when we think we are speaking science but actually we are NOT speaking science. Communication is a two way street between the speaker and his/her audience. It is necessary to be aware of how we communicate science, to who are we communicating, and the language we are using. This talk will touch on the various aspects of science communication.

About Dr. Wilaiporn Chetanachan
Director of Siam Cement Group (SCG) Corporate Technology Office & Member of NANOTEC Executive Board

Dr. Wilaiporn Chetanachan served as Director of Corporate Technology Office of The Siam Cement, the 2nd largest company in Thailand. Prior to taking on this position, she was the director of R&D center, Thai Plastic & Chemicals.

Dr. Wilaiporn Chetanachan is responsible for the design and implementation of conglomeration-wide innovation management system that includes the management of R&D process, project portfolio, research financing and return monitoring, alliance and intellectual property assets. The highly influential system enhances innovation commercialization and return on R&D investment. She is also responsible for driving the development of technology and new businesses, and has secured significant investment for expansion in sustainable technology platform and new venture.

Throughout her career at organizations such as SCG, Thai Plastics Company, Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research, Dr. Wilaiporn has held leadership roles in research, product development, marketing and business development. Dr. Wilaiporn is recognized as SCG Pride Awards winner and she is the recipient of Petroleum Institute of Thailand Innovation Awards 2009-2010.

Dr. Wilaiporn holds a Doctorate in Chemistry from the University of Cincinnati, USA and a Master of Science Degree in Chemistry from Mahidol University, Thailand. She specializes in organometallic chemistry, PVC resin, compound, finished product and innovation management.