Speakers

Keynote Speakers

Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn

Her Royal Highness
Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn

“Two Decades of Strategic Cooperation in Science and Technology between Thailand and China under the Initiative of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn”

Distinguished Professor Dr. Siriporn Chattipakorn

"How Obesity Leads to Cognitive Impairment and Brain Aging: Approaches to Intervention"

Distinguished Professor Dr. Siriporn Chattipakorn

Head, Neurophysiology Unit, Cardiac Electrophysiology Research and Training Center, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Thailand (Thailand Outstanding Scientist Award 2025)

Prof. Dr. Cao Jun

"SINO-THAI COLLABORATION ON JUNO"

Prof. Dr. Cao Jun

Director of Institute of High Energy Physics (IHEP), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS)

Plenary Speakers

Prof. Dr. Sasaki Taisuke

"Unveiling microstructures of metallic materials – from micron scale to atomic scale"

Prof. Dr. Sasaki Taisuke

National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS), Japan

Prof. Dr. Xiaoguang Lei

"Biocatalysis for Green and Sustainable Synthesis"

Prof. Dr. Xiaoguang Lei

Peking University, China

Prof. Dr. Sopit Wongkham

"Cracking the sugar code: Challenges and opportunities in precision medicine for Cholangiocarcinoma"

Prof. Dr. Sopit Wongkham

Khon Kaen University, Thailand

Prof. Dr. Tanapat Palaga

"Untapped potential of tissue microenvironment macrophages in health and cancer"

Prof. Dr. Tanapat Palaga

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Dr. Raffael Osen

"From Biodiversity to Bioavailability: Enhancing Nutrition in Future Foods for Asian Consumers"

Dr. Raffael Osen

A*STAR Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (A*STAR SIFBI), Singapore

Prof. Dr. Pichaet Wiriyachitra

"World’s First 100 Cases of HIV Cure with Stem Cells Stimulated by Fortified Mangosteen Extract"

Prof. Dr. Pichaet Wiriyachitra

CEO, Asian Phytoceuticals Public Company Limited

Invited Speakers

A: Physics/Applied Physics

Asst. Prof. Dr. Chinorat Kobdaj

"Development of the Proton Computed Tomography prototype in Thailand"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Chinorat Kobdaj

Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Apiwat Wisitsorasak

"Recent Progress on the Fast Ion Study in Thailand Tokamak-1"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Apiwat Wisitsorasak

King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi, Thailand

Dr. Apimook Watcharangkool

"Core Collapse Supernovae and Beyond Standard Model from Multi-Messenger Detections"

Dr. Apimook Watcharangkool

National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand, Thailand

Dr. Noppadon Nuntawong

"Advancing medical diagnostics with SERS: from substrate engineering to clinical applications"

Dr. Noppadon Nuntawong

National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC), Thailand

B: Biological Sciences

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wibhu Kutanan

"Genetic origin of the sea nomads from Thailand"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wibhu Kutanan

Naresuan University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saroj Ruchisansakun

"Progress in Ginger Family Research in Thailand: Diversity, Evolution, and Contributions to Ecosystem Services"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saroj Ruchisansakun

Mahidol University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pongchai Dumrongrojwatthana

"Gaming and simulations to support active learning, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pongchai Dumrongrojwatthana

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Prof. Dr. Ikuo Hirono

"Unraveling the mystery of the mechanism by which feeding beneficial microorganisms reduces mortality from microbial infections in shrimp"

Prof. Dr. Ikuo Hirono

Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan

C: Chemistry

Prof. Dr. Xin Wang

"Hydrophilicity-tuned polymer for stable aqueous battery electrolyte"

Prof. Dr. Xin Wang

Songshan Lake Materials Laboratory (SLAB), China

Prof. Dr. Kwanwoo Shin

"Robot-arm based Chemistry Lab-automation"

Prof. Dr. Kwanwoo Shin

Sogang University, Seoul, Korea

Prof. Dr. He Zhang

"Biochar: A Key Material Bridging Waste Valorization and Environmental Sustainability"

Prof. Dr. He Zhang

University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, China

Nopmaneerat Leelawiwat

"WTE - Bruker MS – Gerstel from Molecules to Meaning: Building a Future of Purpose-Driven ONE Health Analysis"

Nopmaneerat Leelawiwat

World Tech Enterprises Ltd., Thailand

Prof. Dr. Rungnapha Saeeng

"Structural Modification of Natural Products to Unlock Bioactivity"

Prof. Dr. Rungnapha Saeeng

Burapa University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tanatorn Khotavivattana

"Rational approaches to drug discovery: Targeting viral protease and cancer tubulin pathways"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tanatorn Khotavivattana

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thanthapatra Bunchuay

"Supramolecular architectures for advanced molecular recognition and sustainable development"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thanthapatra Bunchuay

Mahidol University, Thailand

D: Mathematics / Statistics / Computer Science / Data Science / AI

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Orawich Kumphon

"When Statistics Meets Research: Lessons from Hands-on Integration"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Orawich Kumphon

Mahasarakham University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Varayu Boonpogkrong

"The Henstock–Kurzweil Integral: A Modern Perspective and Applications"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Varayu Boonpogkrong

Prince of Songkla University, Thailand

Asst. Prof. Dr. Dittaya Wanvarie

"LLM in Language Learning"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Dittaya Wanvarie

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Asst. Prof. Dr. Udomsak Rakwongwan

"Financial Mathematics: a case study where formulas become fortunes"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Udomsak Rakwongwan

Kasetsart University, Thailand

E: Energy / Environmental & Earth Science / Materials Science / Chemical Technology

Prof. Dr. Feng Wang

"Radical generation and control in photocatalytic reaction"

Prof. Dr. Feng Wang

Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Prof. Dr. Ning Yan

"Future fuels: from biomass to hydrogen"

Prof. Dr. Ning Yan

National University of Singapore, Singapore

Asst. Prof. Dr. Prayath Nantasin

"Participation Of Thai Geologists On Antarctic Research"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Prayath Nantasin

Kasetsart University, Thailand

Prof. Dr. Limin Guo

"Ln2O3 Based Catalysts for CO2 Hydrogenation to Methanol"

Prof. Dr. Limin Guo

Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), China

F: Food Science and Technology/Agricultural Science

Prof. Dr. Nathdanai Harnkarnsujarit

"Modern Food Technology for Sustainability and Global Competitiveness"

Prof. Dr. Nathdanai Harnkarnsujarit

Kasetsart University, Thailand

Dr. Hisayuki Uneyama

"Koku and Umami: Asian Taste Innovations for Health and Planetary Well-being"

Dr. Hisayuki Uneyama

Global Communications Department, Ajinomoto Group, Japan

Prof. Dr. Rui Xia

"TBA"

Prof. Dr. Rui Xia

South China Agricultural University, China

SP1: Conference on Thailand - China Science and Technology Collaborations under Her Royal Highness’s Initiative

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Somsak Dangtip

"Thailand Tokamak-1 at a Glance"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Somsak Dangtip

Thailand Institute of Nuclear Technology (Public Organization), Thailand

Prof. Dr. Siwatt Pongpiachan

"Size-Segregated Analysis of PAHs in Urban Air: Source Apportionment and Health Risk Assessment in an Urban Canal-Adjacent Environment"

Prof. Dr. Siwatt Pongpiachan

National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (Public Organization) & National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA), Thailand

SP3: NexGen Energy: Storage and Conversion for Sustainability

Asst. Prof. Dr. Pawin Iamprasertkun

"Unraveling Electrochemical Complexity of 2D Materials: A Journey to the Center of Tungsten diselenine (WSe2)"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Pawin Iamprasertkun

Thammasat University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rapee Utke

"Hydrogen-based energy storages"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rapee Utke

Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hongyi Gao

"Regulation of Active Site Microenvironment in Metal-Loaded RE-MOFs for Enhanced Catalytic Hydrogenation Performance"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hongyi Gao

University of Science and Technology Beijing, China

Prof. Dr. Ruiqin Zhang

"Urea Induces Uniform Tin Deposition for Long Cycle-Life Tin-based Redox Flow Battery"

Prof. Dr. Ruiqin Zhang

City University of Hong Kong, China

Prof. Dr. Chiaki Terashima

"Synergistic Photocatalysis and In-Liquid Plasma for Efficient CO2 Conversion"

Prof. Dr. Chiaki Terashima

Tokyo University of Science, Japan

Prof. Dr. Liping Wang

"Pyrites cathodes as High energy density lithium metal battery"

Prof. Dr. Liping Wang

University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China

Prof. Dr. Suk Won Cha

"Evaluation of PEMWE Corrosion Conditions and Advanced Coatings for Bipolar Plate"

Prof. Dr. Suk Won Cha

Seoul National University, South Korea

Prof. Dr. Liqiang Xie

"Interfaces in Perovskite Solar Cells"

Prof. Dr. Liqiang Xie

Huaqiao University, China

"Micro-nano energy conversion is applied in flexible electronics and solar water purification"

Prof. Dr. Yanfen Wan

Yunnan University, China

"Superstructure Design for Oxygen Redox in Li-Rich Cathodes"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fuda Yu

Yunnan University, China

SP5: Genome Editing and Synthetic Biology

Professor Dr. Hikaru Seki

"Metabolic engineering of high-value triterpenoids biosynthesis in plants using genome editing"

Professor Dr. Hikaru Seki

The University of Osaka, Japan

Prof. Dr. Tom Ellis

"Engineering unicellular yeast to achieve modular multicellularity"

Prof. Dr. Tom Ellis

Imperial College London

Prof. Dr. Supachitra Chadchawan

"Potential Development to Increase Water Use Efficiency in Plants by Genome Editing"

Prof. Dr. Supachitra Chadchawan

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Asst. Prof. Dr. Alisa Tubsuwan

"Gene editing: From Molecular Scissors to Therapeutic Approaches"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Alisa Tubsuwan

Mahidol University, Thailand

Dr. Bunpote Siridechadilok

"Mapping the interactions between vitellogenin and its receptor for development of oocyte-targeting protein delivery in shrimps"

Dr. Bunpote Siridechadilok

National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC)

SP6: Navigating the Quantum Frontier

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Worawat Meevasana

"Exploration of electronic states in quantum materials"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Worawat Meevasana

Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sorawis Sangtawesin

"Quantum Computing and Sensing with NV Centers in Diamond"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sorawis Sangtawesin

Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand

Asst. Prof. Dr. Pruet Kalasuwan

"Research Activities on Quantum Communication in Thailand"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Pruet Kalasuwan

Prince of Songkla University, Thailand

Dr. Nithiwadee Thaicharoen

"Quantum Simulation and Sensing with Rydberg Atoms"

Dr. Nithiwadee Thaicharoen

Chiang Mai University, Thailand

Dr. Phatthamon Kongkhambut

"Torus Bifurcation of a Time Crystal in an Atom-Cavity System"

Dr. Phatthamon Kongkhambut

Chiang Mai University, Thailand

Dr. Poompong Chaiwongkhot

"Quantum secured communications"

Dr. Poompong Chaiwongkhot

Quantum Technology Foundation (Thailand) & Thailand Center of Excellence in Physics, Thailand

SP9: Exploring the Cosmos: Advances in Observational and Theoretical Astrophysics

Prof. Dr. David Ruffolo

"Cosmic rays: Where they come from and how they get here"

Prof. Dr. David Ruffolo

Mahidol University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yuhiko Aoyama

"Hydrogen line emission from accretion shock on forming gas-giant planets"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yuhiko Aoyama

Sun Yat-Sen University, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Waraporn Nuntiyakul

"Thai–Chinese Collaboration on Cosmic Ray Surveys and Deep-Sea Neutrino Telescopes"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Waraporn Nuntiyakul

Chiang Mai University, Thailand

Asst. Prof. Dr. Teeraparb Chantavat

"The extreme objects at high redshifts"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Teeraparb Chantavat

Naresuan University, Thailand

Dr. Samaporn Tinyanont

"Lives and explosive deaths of massive stars: how we are made of stardust"

Dr. Samaporn Tinyanont

National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT), Thailand (Young Scientist Award 2025)

SP10: X-Ray Crystallography

Prof. Dr. Chun-Hung Lin

"Structural Insight into the Catalytic Mechanism and Inhibitor Development of L-Fucose-related Enzymes"

Prof. Dr. Chun-Hung Lin

Academia Sinica, Taiwan

Dr. Tatchamapan Yoskamtorn

"Decoding structures and dynamics in functional framework materials for a net-zero future"

Dr. Tatchamapan Yoskamtorn

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Prof. Dr. Santi Pailoplee

"My Last Experiment"

Prof. Dr. Santi Pailoplee

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Asst. Prof. Dr. Numpon Insin

"Multifunctional magnetic materials as photocatalysts, from composite materials to high entropy materials"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Numpon Insin

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Dr. Prathapa Siriyara Jagannatha

"Redefining Laboratory Crystallography: High-Intensity Silver Radiation and Advanced Detection for Precision Structural Analysis"

Dr. Prathapa Siriyara Jagannatha

Bruker India Scientific Pvt. Ltd., India

SP12: The 2nd International Symposium of Science Communication and Public Science Literacy

Dr. Julia Rizzo

"“Trust Me, I’m a Scientist.” Why Science Communication Matters"

Dr. Julia Rizzo

Head of Science Communication, Laimburg Research Centre, Italy

Dr. Saran Poshyachinda

"Astronomy as a Tool for Science Communication: The NARIT Model"

Dr. Saran Poshyachinda

Former Executive Director, National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand, Thailand

Dr. Fung Hon Ngen (Kenneth)

"Evaluating Impact in Science Enculturation in Malaysia"

Dr. Fung Hon Ngen (Kenneth)

Deputy Executive Director (Development, Research and Development), University of Malaya Centre for Continuing Education, Malaysia

Mark Ivan Coronado Roblas

"Promoting Public Engagement in Frontier Science through Science Communication Research and Development: The Philippine Experience"

Mark Ivan Coronado Roblas

Supervising Science Research Specialist & Information Group, Office of the Deputy Executive Director, Department of Science and Technology, Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development, The Philippines

SP13: Nature-based Solutions for Climate Mitigation

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wongkot Wongsapai

"Session 1: Nature-based Solutions for Climate Mitigation and driving NbS in Thailand and internationally"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wongkot Wongsapai

The Office of National Higher Education Science Research and Innovation Policy Council, NXPO

Mr. Pakkasem Tongchai

"Session 1: Nature-based Solutions for Climate Mitigation and driving NbS in Thailand and internationally"

Mr. Pakkasem Tongchai

International Union for Conservation of Nature

Dr. Andreas A. Hutahaean

"Session 1: Nature-based Solutions for Climate Mitigation and driving NbS in Thailand and internationally"

Dr. Andreas A. Hutahaean

Institut Pertanian Bogor (IPB University), The Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)

Prof. Dr. Jeark Principe

"Session 2: NbS technology for Climate Mitigation"

Prof. Dr. Jeark Principe

University of Philippines Diliman

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Atthaphon Ariyarit

"Session 2: NbS technology for Climate Mitigation"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Atthaphon Ariyarit

Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand

Dr. Sililak Chumkiew

"Session 2: NbS technology for Climate Mitigation"

Dr. Sililak Chumkiew

Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand

Dr. Nuntikorn Kitratporn

"Session 2: NbS technology for Climate Mitigation"

Dr. Nuntikorn Kitratporn

Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Public Organization); GISTDA

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prateep Duengkae

"Session 3: High performance researchers in carbon verifiers through Nature Based Solution for Carbon Net Zero"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prateep Duengkae

Kasetsart University, Thailand

Dr. Pannawee Mekwichai

"Session 3: High performance researchers in carbon verifiers through Nature Based Solution for Carbon Net Zero"

Dr. Pannawee Mekwichai

Ubon Ratchathani University, Thailand

Miss Vanyarat Kongsap

"Session 3: High performance researchers in carbon verifiers through Nature Based Solution for Carbon Net Zero"

Miss Vanyarat Kongsap

Prince of Songkla University, Thailand

"Session 4: Brain power driving NbS in Thailand"

Brain Power Funded Research Projects – Presentation of Progress

SP14: Valorization of biomass-related wastes

Prof. Dr. Armando T. Quitain

"Insights and Perspectives on Microwave-CO2-H2O Synergy for Biomass Valorization"

Prof. Dr. Armando T. Quitain

Kumamoto University, Japan

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rattana Muangrat

"Supercritical CO₂ Extraction of Oils from Oil Biomass Sources: A Sustainable Valorization Approach"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rattana Muangrat

Chiang Mai University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nopphon Weeranoppanant

"Utilizing Bio-Based Feedstocks in a Modular Continuous Flow Synthesis System"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nopphon Weeranoppanant

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Siti Zullaikah

"A Sustainable Symphony of Valorizing Agro-Industrial Waste: The Circular Bioeconomy and Biorefinery Process"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Siti Zullaikah

Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS), Indonesia

SP17: Science Popularization for Sustainable Community Development

Dr. HU Junping

"China's Action to Enhance Civic Scientific Literacy:Policy Environment, Practices, and Assessment"

Dr. HU Junping

China Research Institute for Science Popularization (CRISP), China

Dr. LI Xiuju

"A National Survey on the Scientific Literacy of Primary and Secondary School Students in China: Framework, Findings, and Implications"

Dr. LI Xiuju

China Research Institute for Science Popularization (CRISP), China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Taweechai Amornsakchai

"Transforming Pineapple Field Waste into Climate-Positive Materials: A Vision for Community-Based Science Popularization"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Taweechai Amornsakchai

Mahidol University, Thailand

Niti Mekmok

"The integration of digital technology to assist farmers in irrigated zones, aiming to enhance productivity and ensure sustainable agricultural outcomes"

Niti Mekmok

Synergy Technology Co., Ltd., Thailand

Dr. Sarawut Siriwong

"Change Agents as Catalysts for Community-Based Oyster Production Enterprise: A Case Study in Trat Province"

Dr. Sarawut Siriwong

Faculty of Marine Technology, Burapha University, Thailand

Asst. Prof. Dr. Winai Kaewlamun

"Developing a Sustainable Goat and Sheep Farming Network with Circular Economy for New Livestock Industries"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Winai Kaewlamun

School of Agricultural Resources, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kittisak Ajariyakhajorn

"Advancing Agricultural Innovation and Dairy Sustainability in Thailand: A Strategic Model from AIC Chula Saraburi"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kittisak Ajariyakhajorn

Agritech and Innovation Center, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Asst. Prof. Dr. Siraya Janasak

"Herbal innovation and multi-stakeholder integration for sustainable area-based development: policy recommendations from the Maemok herbal value chain, Lampang province"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Siraya Janasak

Lampang Rajabhat University, Thailand

Korakot Aromdee

"Change Agents as Catalysts for Community-Based Bamboo utilization: A Case Study in KORAKOT Bamboo handicrafts"

Korakot Aromdee

Korakot International Limited Partnership, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suneerat Fukuda

"From campus to community: Advancing low-carbon futures through university-led climate action"

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suneerat Fukuda

The Joint Graduate School of Energy and Environment (JGSEE), King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), Thailand

Asst. Prof. Dr. Jaroon Duangkrayom

"Geoeducational promoting activities and implementation of sustainable development in Khorat UNESCO Global Geopark, Thailand"

Asst. Prof. Dr. Jaroon Duangkrayom

Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University, Thailand