Ten Clusters,
One Research Mission.
CMU's research portfolio is organised into ten strategic clusters that connect 64 active experts across 64 research groups. Each cluster sets a long-horizon agenda for problems that matter to the region and the world.
Agriculture, Biodiversity
Sustainable food systems and biodiversity research.
- Environmental Science Research Center1
- Chiang Mai University Advanced Railway Civil and Foundation Engineering Center (CMU-RailCFC)1
- Chiang Mai Research Center for Carbon Capture and Storage1
Climate Crisis, Carbon Neutrality
Climate adaptation and decarbonization pathways.
- Functional Feed Innovation Center (FuncFeed)1
- Center of Excellence in Microbial Diversity and Sustainable Utilization1
- Center of Excellence in Agro Bio-Circular-Green Industry (Agro BCG)1
Digital & AI
Artificial intelligence, data science, and smart systems.
- Center of Excellence in Econometrics1
- Data Analytics and Knowledge Synthesis for Healthcare (DAkSH Research Center1
- Artificial Intelligent in Health Informatics1
Frontier, Deep Tech
Emerging frontier technologies and deep-tech innovation.
- Excellence Center in Optimization and Computational Intelligence for Big Data Prediction1
- Advanced Research Center for Computational Simulation1
- Research Center of Plasma Innovation for Sustainable Quality of Life1
Health and Well-being
Medical research, public health, and well-being.
- Cardiac Electrophysiology Research and Training Center (CERT CENTER)1
- Global Health and Chronic Conditions Research Center (GHCC)1
- Clinical Surgical Research Center (CSRC)1
Herb, Cosmetic
Bioactive ingredients, herbal extracts, and cosmetic science.
- Center of Excellence in Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology1
- Innovation Center for Holistic Health, Nutraceuticals and Cosmeceuticals1
- Research Center for Innovation in Analytical Science and Technology for Biodiversity-based Economic and Society (I-ANALY-S-T_B.BES-CMU)1
Materials Innovation
Advanced materials and manufacturing innovation.
- Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology1
- Center of Radiation Research and Medical Imaging1
Social Engagement
Community partnerships and societal impact.
- Sustainability Development Research Center (SDRC)1
- The Center for Research on Inequality Reduction for theAdvancement of Social Opportunity1
Social science, Humanities
Social sciences, culture, and humanities research.
- Research Center for Multiculturalism and Education Policy1
- The Research Group on Law and Society Studies1
- Game in Information system and Digital Cultural Heritage1
Tourism Hospitality
Sustainable tourism, hospitality, and destination management.
- Center of Tourism Research and Development1
- Centre of Excellence for Creative Economy Research and Innovation1
- Advanced Technology and Innovation Management for Creative Economy Research Group: AIMCE1
Looking to collaborate on a cluster initiative?
Each cluster is led by a senior research office that coordinates joint grants, visiting fellowships, and industry partnerships. Reach out to start a conversation.