Invitation to Science Chronicles | Webinar Series – “Public Science Engagement in Thailand: The Role of Science Museums” with Dr. Ganigar Chen | May 22, 2025
The ECO Science Foundation (ECOSF) in collaboration with the Imran Pervez Khan Institute (IPKI) warmly invites you to our upcoming webinar, part of our Science Chronicles Webinar Series, exploring the dynamic role of science museums in public engagement.
Webinar Title: Public Science Engagement in Thailand: The Role of Science Museums
Speaker: Dr. Ganigar Chen, Vice President of National Science Museum, Thailand
Date: May 22, 2025
Time: 02:00 PM (GMT+5) Pakistan Time
Zoom Link: https://tinyurl.com/yck5wspu
Zoom ID: 867 1285 8179
Password: 455996
About the Webinar:
Science museums play a vital role in fostering public understanding and enthusiasm for science. In this webinar, Dr. Ganigar Chen will share insights into how Thailand’s National Science Museum (NSM) engages communities through innovative educational programs, exhibitions, and media initiatives. From science film festivals to programs like FameLab and Science Idol, she will discuss strategies for enhancing civic science literacy, promoting science communication, and adapting to societal needs. This session is perfect for educators, researchers, and science enthusiasts interested in the intersection of informal learning, public outreach, and science communication.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Ganigar Chen has been a pivotal figure at the National Science Museum (NSM) Thailand since 2000. Beginning as a science educator and international relations officer, she has spearheaded museum education, public programs, and science communication initiatives. As Vice President of Education, Outreach, and Partnership, she oversees exhibition development, popular science media, and events like science film festivals and television programs. Dr. Chen is deeply involved in national projects such as FameLab, Young Thai Science Ambassador, and Science Idol, fostering engagement among scientists and students.
Her leadership extends to roles as an executive committee member of the Science Society of Thailand and the Thailand Little Scientist House Project. Internationally, she has served as Vice President of the Asia Pacific Network of Science and Technology Centers and the Belt and Road International Science Education Coordinating Consortium, and she advises Dimensions magazine by ASTC. A sought-after guest lecturer, Dr. Chen’s expertise lies in civic science literacy, museum outreach, and informal learning.
