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1 Journal of the Royal Institute of Thailand Aroonrut Wichienkeeo Volume I 2009 Editor’s Note This is the inaugural issue of the Journal of the Royal Institute of Thailand in English. It contains academic contributions from the Fellows andAssociate Fellows of the Royal Institute. Hopefully, this first issue will launch a forum for international academics to share their knowledge in subsequent issues. Original research papers and commentaries are welcome from everyone who is interested in the advancement and exchange of knowledge in all fields. As the editor and the editorial board are new to these positions, we are ready to consider creative suggestions and comments from all readers to improve the journal. In this issue, papers on arts and sciences are based on the theme “The Relevance of Arts and Sciences in the Modern World”. The journal offers a variety of topics of relevance and interest to readers in many fields. Contributors are responsible for the content of their respective paper which they proofread themselves before printing. Srisurang Poolthupya Professor Emeritus and Fellow of the Royal Institute