ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF UZBEKISTAN

The Republic of Uzbekistan gained independence in 1991 that was the most important event in life of the country, which opened a new stage in its historical development. In accordance with the 1992 Constitution, with a strong commitment to the provisions and conclusions contained in writings and speeches of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Academician Uzbekistan Islam Karimov, the country wages the course of development on the basis of full-scale consolidation of its sovereignty and qualitative renewal of all spheres of political, economic, social, cultural and spiritual life of the people.

Active role in addressing these and other important tasks is to play the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan, established in November 1943. Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan has a long history, the attainments creditable to the Academy include hundreds of major achievements in various fields of science. In scientific institutions of the Academy of Sciences, a large group of prominent scientists is working, whose names are known far beyond the borders of Uzbekistan. Based on the objectives set by the state and the significance of science, Academy of Sciences elaborates most important fundamental and applied programs, innovative projects, and participates in in decision-making on defining and development of priority trends of science, determines organizational and structural issues of its subordinate agencies.

Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan performs the following tasks:

– Pursues basic and applied research in the field of natural, technical, medical, social and human sciences, thereby contributing to the economic, social and spiritual development of society;

– ensures implementation of the state policy in the field of science;

– analyses and examines current problems of development of nature, society and man, development of the relations among nations and national cultures, countries and peoples, education and intellectual and moral values;

– realizes development and practical implementation of new techniques and modern technologies;

– promotes the development of science-intensive industries, exploring the latest advances in science and technology and supports the wide use of them;

– provides training of highly qualified scientific personnel, the necessary conditions for productive creative activities of Uzbek scientists;

– promote effective integration of science, education and industry;

– provides the organization and co-operation with the academies, universities, research institutions, foundations, and other related organizations in foreign countries, as well as with international scientific organizations.

L.N. GUMILYOV EURASIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, an acknowledged academic, research, social and cultural centre, was founded in 1996 by the Decree of N.A.Nazarbayev, the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The core reason for establishing this higher education institution was the idea of Eurasian Union. The university, which plays an important role Eurasian academic area, has itself initiated the process leading to the achievement of this goal.
Today the ENU is a university with special status acquired under the Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and with sufficiently high international authority; it is an implementer of academic innovative technologies and continuer of the best research traditions.

A. BAITURSYNOV KOSTANAY REGIONAL UNIVERSITY

Mission

Regional multidisciplinary university as an educational, scientific and cultural center, generator of innovations and the source of human potential of high level of competence.

Vision

It is a university which has an impeccable image in society, achieved stable development on the market of educational services, maintains broad academic contacts with partners abroad to carry out joint educational, scientific and cultural programs, and provides implementation of innovations and scientific achievements into production and other spheres of social life.

Strategic aim of development

Strategic aim of development is to form unified scientific and educational space of northern region of Kazakhstan that provides its dynamic, continuous and stable social and economic development

UNIVERSITY OF MANDALAY

Founded 1958 as separate university. Formerly a college of the University of Rangoon, originated as an intermediate college 1923, and an Agricultural College 1938. Recognized 1964 and Faculties of Medicine and Agriculture detached as separate institutions. Financed by the Central Government and responsible to the Ministry of Education.

Vision
To strive towards the emergence of a leading National Research University

Mission
Promoting high quality teaching based on ethical, professional and principled approaches, creating dynamic teaching/learning scenarios
Training and developing new generations of academicians and professionals
Developing a sound infrastructure capable of providing strong support for advancement of academic and research activities
Conducting state-of-the –art research which can be applied for the benefit of society
Increasing collaborative engagement with local and global communities in response to the changing needs of the society in which we live
Contributing to the advancement of knowledge for the benefits of all stakeholders in the region and the nation

UNIVERSITY PUTRA MALAYSIA

Founded 1971 through merger with Faculty of Agriculture and Agriculture College in Serdang to form Universiti Pertanian Malaysia. Statutory body under the Ministry of Education. Acquired present status and title 1997.

As a premier institution of learning, widely recognised for leadership in research and innovation, UPM continues to strive for excellence. In order to motivate the entire university community towards achieving excellence, it ensures that all the members, both students and members of staff, share the responsibility of strictly adhering to the demands of the University’s vision, mission and goals.
VISION » To become a university of international repute.
MISSION » To make meaningful contributions towards wealth creation, nation building and universal human advancement through the exploration and dissemination of knowledge.
GOALS
» Goal 1
Enhancing the Quality and Competitiveness of Graduates
» Goal 2
Creating Value through a Strong and Sustainable RDCE
» Goal 3
Boosting Industry and Community Networking Services
» Goal 4
Strengthening UPM as a Centre of Excellence in Agriculture
» Goal 5
Enhancing the Quality of Governance

CHIANG MAI UNIVERSITY

Chiang Mai University was founded in January 1964, under a Royal Charter granted by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

CMU was the first institution of higher education in the north, and the first provincial university in Thailand.

Vision

Chiang Mai University is a Leading University with Academic Excellence in International Standards, focusing to become a research-oriented institution of higher education and producing graduates with high moral and ethical standards, equipped to practice good governance under the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy and Sustainable Development.

Mission:

Five-fold Mission addresses the challenges our nation faces amidst a globalizing world.

1. Provide higher education and high level professional education emphasizing academic excellence and quality of graduates with high moral and ethical standards under the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy.

2. Conduct research in various fields to support standards of teaching, learning and technology transfer for the social and economic development of the region and the country.

3. Provide academic services to the national community in line with the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy, particularly for Northern Thailand.

4. Preserve and nurture our religious and cultural heritage, and develop the resources of the unique natural environment of Northern Thailand.

5. Develop the University’s administration systems and management under the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy while aiming at Sustainable Development.