Administration

TaiPI

Administration

Taiwan Polar Institute

The Taiwan Polar Institute (hereinafter referred to as TaiPI) was established by the National Central University's regulations for research centers. The faculty of TaiPI members form an executive board and are responsible for participating in the board meetings. TaiPI also includes several task-based committees for specific affairs.

The director of TaiPI oversees the operations and activities of TaiPI. The director of the polar research station supervises the operation, maintenance, and logistics of the TaiArctic Station.

  1. Director of TaiPI: Dr. Chuen-Fa Ni 
  2. Deputy Director: Dr. Hwa Chien
  3. Director of the Polar Research Station: Dr. Slawomir Jack Giletycz

Divisions

TaiPI has five divisions based on their missions as follows:

1. Division of Earth Science Research

Advances the knowledge for multiple components of the Earth and their interactions, including atmosphere, cryosphere, geosphere, oceans, and the space. Develops geophysical and geospatial survey techniques for better Earth observations. 

2. Division of Socio-economic Research

Focuses on the socio-economic impacts resulting from changes in Earth's systems. Explores strategic solutions on various topics, including Arctic routes, sustainable development, food and energy security, mitigation for rising sea levels, ecosystem protection, etc. 

3. Division of Public Communication

Collaborates with internal and external teams on science education and communication initiatives. 

4. Division of Administrative Affairs

Handles administrative work about the TaiPI and the TaiArctic station.

5. Division of Logistics

Coordinates field campaigns and maintains the infrastructure and resources of the TaiArctic station.