Women in Science

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EAST-WEST SEED WOMEN IN SCIENCE Dr. Hatthaya Arunothayanan - Molecular Genetics Laboratory Manager and Head of Molecular Plant Pathology

“Working in the field of science is genderless. Success or failure in research depends on effort and passion, not on gender,” - Dr. Hatthaya

When you hear the word “scientist”, what do you usually have in mind? An old man in a white lab gown and clear spectacles? That’s where one of our R&D talents will take you by surprise, proving there are many incredible women who continue to change our understanding of the world around us.

Let me introduce you to one of our inspiring women in science, Dr. Hatthaya Arunothayanan (as known as Dr. Por), our Molecular Genetics Laboratory Manager and Head of Molecular Plant Pathology.

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How do you show that women can succeed in the field of sciences?

“Regardless of gender, if one wants to be successful, he/she must work hard to achieve the goal. Analytical thinking is required of all scientists. Learning to accept failures is also a big part of growing as a researcher. Working in the field of Molecular Genetics and Molecular Plant Pathology is exciting and rewarding, and I take every experience as a lesson.”

What is your motto?

“It would be ‘Actions speak louder than words’ because I prefer to be recognized through my hard work and results, rather than my title. I am also very lucky to work with a team that is very dedicated to our research. They deserve plenty of recognition.”

What keeps you motivated?

“I think it is great to be a scientist, and I would love to support young women scientists and researchers in their careers.

As a woman, we might think that we are disadvantaged against men but that is simply not true. Gender is not an issue in the field of sciences where ideas, analytical mindset, curiosity, passion and discipline for conducting research are the key drivers of success. Those are the essence of a true scientist.”

"The ideas, analytical mindset, curiosity, passion and discipline for conducting research are the key drivers of success."