Thammasat received 37 awards, reinforcing the success of research and innovation development at the Inventor's Day event for the year 2021-2022

Thursday 17 February 2022

     Prof. Dr. Siriwan Suebnukan, Vice Rector for Research and Innovation, Thammasat University led the team of faculty members and researchers at Thammasat University to receive awards at the Inventors' Day event for the year 2021 - 2022 (Thailand Inventors' Day 2021 - 2022) organized by the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), having Mr. Don Pramudwinai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs as the Chairperson to present awards, with Adjunct Professor Dr. Anek Laothammathat, Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation and Professor Dr. Sirirek Songsiwilai, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, attended the award ceremony at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Center, BITEC.

     Assoc. Prof. Gasinee Witoonchart, Rector of Thammasat University, revealed that in the past 5 years, Thammasat University set goals for the implementation of the research excellence development plan to develop Thammasat University to become a world-leading research university. In the past, Thammasat researchers were able to produce research and innovations that have continually fostered society and have received guaranteed awards from various forums both nationally and internationally from the aim of creating world-class research, building a global network of research collaborations, the university therefore has a larger number of research published in the international database. As a result, Thammasat University is world famous, internationalized and has been ranked higher in the world.

     The researchers at Thammasat University received 37 national research awards reflects well the academic potential, creativity, innovations and new inventions with good cooperation from all sectors both knowledge and funding. By which all research are beneficial to society and the nation.

     For this year, Thammasat University researchers received 37 National Research Award Fiscal Year 2021-2022, as follows:

National Research Award Fiscal Year 2021, Thammasat University received a total of 19 awards, namely:

Two National Distinguished Researcher Award:

   1. Prof. Dr. Gasara Na Bangchang, Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University (Science and Pharmacy)

   2. Prof. Dr. Watchara Ngamchitcharoen, Faculty of Liberal Arts, Thammasat University (Philosophy)

Seven Research Awards, including,

One Distinguished Research Award:

     Research Title: “The Study Aimed at Rhodomyrtone Extraction from Hassk Leaf (Myrtaceae) as a New Group of Antibiotics and the Adoption of Innovative Technology to Develop towards Commercial Uses” by Assistant Professor Dr. Pojanee Srimanoch, Faculty of Allied Health Science, Thammasat University (Co-researcher)

Six Outstanding Research Award:

   1. Research Title: “Development of Herbal Medicines to Treat Chronic Diseases from Benjakul Extract” by Associate Professor Dr. Arunporn Itrat, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University

   2. Research Title: “Political Dynamics on Election and Democracy in ASEAN: A Comparative Study of Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines” by Assistant Professor Dr. Prajak Kongkirati, Faculty of Political Science, Thammasat University

   3. Research Title: “The distribution of Exports Dispersion Structure and Economic Growth of the Thai industrial sector” by Associate Professor Dr. Jutathip Chongvanit, Faculty of Economics Thammasat University

   4. Research Title: “Live with the wounds: Voices of the Ordinary People Who Are Victimized by Political Violence (2010-2014)” by Assistant Professor Dr. Boonlert Wisetpreecha, Faculty of Sociology and Anthropology, Thammasat University

   5. Research Title: “Migration of Highly Skilled Workers in Thailand: An Introductory Survey” by Assistant Professor Dr. Chanthanee Charoensri and Assistant Professor Dr. Natcharee Suwannaphat, Faculty of Sociology and Anthropology, Thammasat University

   6. Research Title: “A Comparative Study of Cultural Intelligence of Final Year Nursing Students to Prepare for Professional Practices in ASEAN Countries” by Dr. Kanchanee Punpairot, Faculty of Nursing, Thammasat University

Five Dissertation Awards including,

One Distinguished Dissertation Award:

     Dissertation Title: “The Right to Travel by Air of Persons with Disabilities Graduated from Leiden University, the Netherlands” by Assistant Professor Dr. Lalil Korwutthikulrangsee, Faculty of Law, Thammasat University

Four Outstanding Dissertation Award:

   1. Dissertation Title: “A Numerical Analysis of the Effect of Electromagnetic Fields on Momentum Energy Transmission and Concentration During Saturated Flow in Porous Materials (A Case Study of the Thermal Imbalance Model)” by Acting Sub Lieutenant, Dr. Prempriya Montienthong, Faculty of Engineering, Thammasat University

   2. Dissertation Title: “Security of Identity and Status Quest: Thailand's Proactive Foreign Policy during World War II” by Dr. Peera Charoenwattananukul, Faculty of Political Science, Thammasat University

   3. Dissertation Title: “Cross-Cultural Relationships in Cyberspace: Imagination of Thai Women in Finding International Partners Online” by Assistant Professor Dr. Wilasinee Phananakornsap, Faculty of Sociology and Anthropology, Thammasat University

   4. Dissertation Title: “Controlling Access to Shared Information with the Ability to Set Clear Information Access Control Policies, Supporting Unlimited Usage Capacity and Effective Revocation of Access Rights to Information in the Cloud with Multiple Attribute Issuers” by Dr. Somchat Fakkiew, Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University

Five Invention Award:

One Distinguished Invention Award:

   1. Project Title: “Design and Development of Mobility Aids with Partial Weight Support: Space Walker” by Assistant Professor Dr. Banyong Rungruengpieboon, Faculty of Engineering and Assistant Professor Dr. Patcharee Kunkhamchu, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Thammasat University

One Outstanding Invention Award:

     Project Title: “Sperm BR staining kit” by Assistant Professor Dr. Jolanot Kaset, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences and Assistant Professor Dr. Sirinart Chumian, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences. Thammasat University

Three Honorable Mention Award

   1. Project Title: “Smart Sensors for Measuring Contaminants in Food and the Environment” by Associate Professor Dr. Napaporn Youngwises, Faculty of Science and Technology, Thammasat University

   2. Project Title: "AI Chase For All" by Associate Professor Dr. Jaturong Tantibundit, Faculty of Engineering, Thammasat University

   3. Project Title: “Scenario-Building Device for Infant Patients with Respiratory Problems Care Training” by Professor Supawadee Tubklam, Faculty of Nursing, Thammasat University

National Research Award Fiscal Year 2022, Thammasat University received a total of 18 awards, namely:

Two National Distinguished Researcher Award:

   1. Prof. Narong Jaihan, Faculty of Law Thammasat University (Law)

   2. Prof. Dr. Ruthi Banomyong, Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy Thammasat University (Economics)

Seven Research Awards, including,

One Distinguished Research Award:

     Research Title: “Problems of Jurisdiction in Disputes Regarding the Exercise of Power or Administrative Actions on Land Rights” by Associate Professor Dr. Kittisak Prokati and Associate Professor Dr. Somkiat Worapunyaanun, Faculty of Law, Thammasat University

Six Outstanding Research Award:

   1. Research Title: “Development and Improvement of Properties of Magnetic Nanoparticles and Graphene Oxide Particles for Environmental and Medical Applications” by Dr. Jariya Kaewsanaeha and colleagues, Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University

   2. Research Title: “Research and Development of Bioplastics with Specific Properties of Polylactic Acid Bases and Chemical Recycling Processes towards Sustainable Development in Accordance with the Principles of Circular Economy (BCG Model)” by Associate Professor Dr. Pakorn Opaprakasit, et al., Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University

   3. Research Title: “Law Development Project for the Protection of Women and Families: Review of Laws on the Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution” by Associate Professor Dr. Matalak Sremethakul, et al., Faculty of Law, Thammasat University

   4. Research Title: “Shine through the Glass Ceiling: Female Executives and Gender Inequality” by Associate Professor Dr. Netnapa Yabushita, Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy, Thammasat University

   5. Research Title: “Strengthening Social Capital for Sustainable Urban Development” by Associate Professor Dr. Phawinee Iamtrakool, Faculty of Architecture and Town Planning, Thammasat University

   6. Research Title: “A Study on Land Use Changes and Air Pollution in Nan Province” by Associate Professor Dr. Daroonwan Kamthornkiat, et al., Faculty of Liberal Arts, Thammasat University

Four Dissertation Awards including,

One Distinguished Dissertation Award:

     Dissertation Title: “Legal Proposals for Conservation Agreements in Thailand: A Comparative Legal Study” by Assistant Professor Dr. Surasak Boonruang, Faculty of Law, Thammasat University, graduated from University of Dundee, United Kingdom, and the Principal advisor is Professor Colin T. Reid.

Three Outstanding Dissertation Award:

   1. Dissertation Title: “Development of a Quantum Hybrid System Using a Mechanic Resonator-Connected in Single Diamond Strain Field and Cubic Nitrogen Vacancy Center” by Dr. Preeti Owatchaipong, Faculty of Engineering Thammasat University, graduated from University of California, Santa Barbara, USA. and the principal advisor is Professor Dr. Ania Jayich.

   2. Dissertation Title: “The Characteristics of Thermal Response in Hepatic Waveguide Microwave Therapy : Bioheat Model with Implanted Aorta & Liver Model Considered as Porous Material” by Dr. Wutthipong Prichapholkool, Faculty of Engineering, Thammasat University, graduated from Thammasat University, and the principal advisor is Professor Dr. Padungsak Rattanadecho

   3. Dissertation Title: “Conflict in Fishery Resource Use: A Case Study of Coastal Fishermen’s Way of Existence and Conflict” by Dr. Patchrapa Tantrajin, Faculty of Political Science and Law, Burapha University, graduated from Thammasat University, and the Principal advisors is Associate Professor Dr. Soparat Jarusombat

Five Invention Award:

Three Outstanding Invention Award:

   1. Project Title: “Innovation in the Production of Monoclonal Antibodies Against the Blood Group of the Diego System with Phage Technology” by Adjunct Professor Major General Dr. Aoithip Na Thalang and Assistant Professor Dr. Jeerapong Thanongsaksarikul, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Thammasat University

   2. Project Title: “The System Atomatically Detects and Identifies the Type of Hemorrhagic Stroke on Brain Images from Computed Tomography (CT) Without Non-Contrast CT (NCCT)” by Ms. Panthit Chantappon, et al., Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University

   3. The work of the story “Automatic Cerebral Thrombosis Identification System on ncCT Brain Images of Patients with Middle Cerebral Artery from DICOM files” by Assistant Professor Dr. Natsuda Kaothanthong, et all., Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University

Two Honorable Mention Award:

   1. Project Title: “Respiratory Muscle Strength Training Device” by Associate Professor Dr. Konong Yuenyongchaiwat, et al., Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Thammasat University

   2. Project Title: “Exercise and Physical Therapy Equipment for Standing Balance Training for the Elderly” by Assistant Professor Dr. Banyong Rungruengdueboon, et al., Faculty of Engineering, Thammasat University