Mahidol University
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Mahidol University is a public research university located in Bangkok, Thailand. It was established as part of Siriraj Hospital in 1888.[1]
มหาวิทยาลัยมหิดล | |
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| Motto | Attānaṃ upamaṃ kare (in Pali) |
Motto in English | Do unto others as you would have others do unto you |
| Type | Public research university, National |
| Established | 2 February 1943 |
| Chairman | Piyasakol Sakolsatayadorn |
| President | Banchong Mahaisavariya |
| Students | 32,675 (2015 academic year) |
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| Campus | Urban and rural (varies by campus) |
| Colors | Dark blue |
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| Website | mahidol |
History
It was established as a medical school called Bhatayakorn School in 1888 by King Chulalongkorn. It was part of Siriraj Hospital. In 1943, it became the University of Medical Sciences. In 1969, it was renamed Mahidol University in honor of Prince Mahidol.[2]
Academic programs
It offers undergraduate and graduate programs. It has programs in health sciences, science and technology, social sciences and humanities. It has over 70 research centers and labs.
References
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