The research  project  namely “Integrated  Study  Project on  Hydro-Meteorological  Prediction  and Adaptation to Climate Change in Thailand  (IMPAC-T)”  which was established with the assistance from  JICA/JST  under  Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development (SATREPS) , has been awarded with JICA President Awards 2014  for its contributions to Thailand-Japan ties.

Prof.  Dr. Taikan Oki  , Head of Oki  laboratory  , Institute of Industrial Science,  The university of Tokyo,

received the award at  the international conference hall, JICA Ichigaya Building   in the presence of   AkihikoTanaka , President of JICA , on 28 October 2014

IMPAC-T  was chosen  in recognition of its outstanding contribution to the development of human resources , society and the economy of  Thailand  and to the enhancement of friendly relations and mutual understanding between  Thailand and Japan

The JICA President Awards is given either to an individual or an organisation that is associated with JICA and whose contribution in the field of development is recognised to be of immense significance in the developing society.

A commendation certificate along with a tribute to this effect duly signed by Akihiko Tanaka , President of JICA  was also presented to  Kasetsart University, Royal Irrigation Department and  Thai Meteorological Department  in Thailand.