ITRI Names Dr. Pei-Zen Chang as New President
HSINCHU,Taiwan – The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) announced today the appointment of Dr.Pei-zen Chang as its new President, effective immediately. Dr. Chang succeeds previous leadership and will guide the internationally recognized R&D institution as it pursues aspiring goals in technological innovation and industrial transformation.
The appointment comes at a critical juncture for TaiwanS technology sector, as the island nation seeks to solidify its position as a global innovation leader. dr. Chang’s leadership will be instrumental in driving ITRI’s Strategy and Technological Roadmap 2035, focusing on advancements in Smart Housing, Quality Health, Enduring Surroundings, and Resilient Society. His experience in technology policy and R&D management positions him to accelerate ITRI’s impact on both high-tech and traditional industries.
Dr. Chang brings a distinguished academic and professional background to the role. He holds a PhD in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics from Cornell University and a BS in Civil Engineering from National Taiwan university (NTU). Prior to becoming President, he served as executive vice president of ITRI, dean of the NTU School of Design, secretary-general of NTU, president of the Nanotechnology and Microsystems Association, and deputy executive secretary of the Science and Technology Group of the Executive Yuan. His research expertise encompasses mechatronic systems, industrial sensing, and digital technologies.
in outlining his vision for ITRI, Dr. Chang emphasized three key priorities: empowering talent through interdisciplinary collaboration, accelerating industrial transformation across sectors, and strengthening international partnerships to connect Taiwan with the global innovation ecosystem.
Founded in 1973, ITRI has been a driving force in taiwan’s economic development, transitioning the nation from a labor-intensive economy to an innovation-driven one. The institute has a proven track record of successfully incubating startups and spin-offs, including industry giants UMC and TSMC.ITRI maintains a global presence with offices in the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Thailand, fostering international R&D collaboration.
More facts about ITRI can be found at https://www.itri.org/eng.
