Addiction Science Center

Vongchavalitkul University

Our Core Value

Vision & Mission

Vision & Mission

Vision

“To be a national and ASEAN regional Center of Excellence in Addiction Science,
producing evidence-based knowledge, early warning systems,
and policy innovations to sustainably support the decision-making of Thailand, ASEAN, and UNODC.”

Mission

Mission

Mission 1

Advance Interdisciplinary Research

Create evidence-based knowledge in addiction science covering epidemiology, behavioral science, public health, social, economic, and policy dimensions.

Advance Interdisciplinary Research

Mission 2

Integrate Data & Early Warning Systems

Develop and link big data from diverse sources to create accurate Early Warning Systems (EWS).

Integrate Data & Early Warning Systems

Mission 3

Translate Knowledge to Policy Action

Synthesize academic work into accessible policy innovations to support strategic decision-making.

Translate Knowledge to Policy Action

Mission 4

Build Capacity & Expertise

Commit to developing the potential of researchers, government personnel, and ASEAN networks to have high-level expertise in addiction science.

Build Capacity & Expertise

Mission 5

Establish a Regional Hub & Clearing House

Serve as a center for exchanging knowledge and regional data archives to coordinate cooperation and unify standards.

Establish a Regional Hub & Clearing House