Ministry of Higher Education and CMDF Launch Second Year of Research Grants for Young Scholars

On August 11, 2026, the Office of the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) signed an agreement with the Capital Market Development Fund (CMDF) to continue their collaborative research initiative. According to Khaosod Online, this marks the second year of the 'Research Grant Support Project for Young Researchers in the Capital Market.'

Prof. Dr. Supachai Pathumnakul, Permanent Secretary of MHESI, and Mr. Jakchai Bunyawat, Manager of the CMDF, formalized the partnership to foster a high-quality workforce and support ten specific research projects. The initiative aims to translate academic findings into practical applications within the Thai capital market sector.

For residents and expatriates, this development highlights a continued institutional focus on strengthening Thailand’s financial research ecosystem. While the program is designed to cultivate local talent, the practical outcomes of these ten projects could eventually influence market regulations or financial services available to the public. At this stage, the specific topics of the ten research projects have not been publicly detailed, and it remains to be seen how these findings will be integrated into the broader financial landscape. Further updates regarding the implementation timeline and the specific focus areas of the selected research are expected as the projects progress.