Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research

The Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR) is a prominent state enterprise under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation. It functions as a national research and development hub, specializing in biotechnology, food technology, and pharmaceutical sciences to drive industrial innovation. TISTR provides comprehensive contract research (CRO) and manufacturing (CDMO) services, particularly for herbal medicines, probiotics, and functional foods, through its GMP-certified pilot plants. By bridging the gap between academic discovery and commercialization, the institute supports SMEs and large enterprises in technology transfer and product standardization. TISTR also maintains extensive testing and certification facilities to ensure international quality compliance for Thai products.