COUNTRY PROFILE

🇲🇲Myanmar

Myanmar's scientific research base, centered at universities in Yangon and Mandalay, is focused primarily on applied sciences aligned with national development priorities in agriculture, health, and engineering. The Myanmar Academy of Arts and Science coordinates academic research across disciplines and maintains connections with international scientific bodies. Yangon Technological University leads in engineering and computer science education. Agricultural science receives strong institutional emphasis, supporting Myanmar's agrarian economy with research into soil science, crop improvement, and sustainable farming. International research collaborations are growing, particularly with Japan, South Korea, and regional ASEAN partners, with capacity-building programs in public health and environmental monitoring.