AITP Thailand
Association of Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Professionals
The Association of Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Professionals (AITP) is a professional body in Thailand dedicated to advancing the field of IP management and technology transfer. AITP aims to enhance professional standards, bridge IP and technology demand and supply, support policy development, and strengthen Thailand’s innovation ecosystem. It serves as a hub for developing qualified professionals, delivering certified training programmes, promoting awareness of IP and technology transfer, and facilitating collaborations between academia, government, and industry—both domestically and internationally. AITP also aspires to align Thailand’s practices with global standards through competency certification and capacity building.
AITP Story
AITP was officially established in 2025 as a national initiative to consolidate and professionalise the role of IP and technology transfer managers in Thailand. The founding committee consisted of representatives from leading universities (e.g., Mahidol, Chulalongkorn, Chiang Mai), national research institutions (e.g., NSTDA, PMU), and other stakeholders in the Thai innovation ecosystem. The association's development was guided by a three-year strategic roadmap: Year 1 focused on legal establishment and operational setup; Year 2 emphasised expansion of training, certification centres, and membership; and Year 3 aims to foster global partnerships and elevate Thailand’s IP and TT standards to international recognition. The association has since developed tiered professional standards and certification systems aligned with the Thailand Professional Qualification Institute.
AITP Committee Members
Honorary Chair
Prof. Dr. Supachai
Pathumnakul
Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI)
Chair
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Viriya Taecharungroj
Mahidol University
Vice Chair
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jittima Luckanagul
Chulalongkorn University
Secretary
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chawalit Thinvongpituk
Ubon Ratchathani University
Committee Member
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sunton Wongsiri, M.D.
Prince of Songkla University (PSU)
Committee Member
Dr. Sanparwat Vithayasai
Chiang Mai University
Committee Member
Dr. Adisorn Tuantranont
National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA)
Committee Member
Asst. Prof. Dr. Sirinan Kulchat
Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI)
Committee Member
Asst. Prof. Dr. Peeraphong Pornwongthong
King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB)
Committee Member
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thanavath Phonvichai
University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC)
Association of Private Higher Education Institutions of Thailand (APHEIT)
Committee Member
Asst. Prof. Dr. Anon Namin
Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (RMUTL)
Committee Member
Assoc. Prof. Worapong Boonchuaytan
Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS)
Committee Member
Asst. Prof. Dr. Namtip Wongprateep
Pibulsongkram Rajabhat University
Committee Member
Asst. Prof. Dr. Arnut Jaisamrarn
Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University
Committee Member
Prof. Dr. Wichian Premchaiswadi
Siam University
Committee Member
Mrs. Jirapon Luengpailin
Khon Kaen University
Committee Member
Dr. Tanit Changthavorn
Biodiversity Based Economy Development Office (BEDO)
AITP Advisors
Advisor
Mrs. Pajchima Tanasanti
Former Director General of the Department of Intellectual Property, Ministry of Commerce, Thailand
Advisor
Prof. Dr. Sansanee Chaiyaroj
Mahidol University
Advisor
Asst. Prof. Dr. Akkharawit Kanjanaopas
Meticuly Co., Ltd.
Advisor
Chalermphon Tuchinda
Chairman of the Board of Directors, Netka System Co., Ltd.
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Advisor
Dr. Orakanoke Phanraksa
National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA)
Advisor
Ms. Vikran Duangmanee
SCG Chemicals Public Company Limited