Chulalongkorn University together with the Technopreneurship and Innovation Program (CUTIP), Graduate School Chula presented “The Second Chulalongkorn University President’s Distinguished Speakers” on July 19, 2024, from 5:30pm – 9:00pm at the 20th floor of Chaloem Rajakumari 60 Building (Chamchuri 10) Building with Prof. Dr. Wilert Puriwant, acting President of Chulalongkorn University delivering the opening remarks.
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Centre for Buddhist Studies (CUBS) Collaborates with Leading Universities in Asia to Establish the Asian Association for Buddhist Studies (AABS)
Chulalongkorn University’s Centre for Buddhist Studies (CUBS), the Institute of Thai Studies, has partnered with leading universities in the field of Buddhist studies across Asia to establish the “Asian Association for Buddhist Studies (AABS)”.
Chulalongkorn University President’s Distinguished Speakers The 1st Special Lecture on “Leadership in a Disruptive World” by Executive Vice President and Provost from Claremont Graduate University
Chulalongkorn University hosted the 1st Chulalongkorn University President’s Distinguished Speakers on the topic “Leadership in a Disruptive World” on Thursday July 11, 2024, at Next Tech, 4th floor, Siam Paragon.
Microwave Popcorn to Particle Accelerators: Magnetrons Show Promise as Radiofrequency Source
Building on nearly 15 years of research, physicists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility are exploring magnetrons as the drivers of modern particle accelerators. This could lower the carbon footprint of these energy-hungry machines and help them benefit society far beyond the realm of scientific research.
Easy and Fast “Cat Urine Test Kit” for Early Detection of Kidney Disease, Gallstones, and Cystitis
Researchers from Chula Faculty of Science invented an easy-to-use “Cat Urine Test Kit” to screen for the risk of kidney disease, gallstones, and cystitis in cats. The test kit provides fast and accurate results, so cats can be treated promptly.
World Branding Expert Suggests Place Branding for Thailand’s Soft Power, Increasing Income, Reducing Costs, Building Thailand’s Fan Club
A world-renowned place branding expert and Thai professors in branding joined a discussion on “Rethinking Soft Power with Place Branding,” emphasizing the effective use of place branding in Thailand to push the soft power agenda to the fullest.
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Shape the Future of Global Health: Register Now for APRU’s 2024 Conference in Bangkok!
The School of Global Health at the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, and the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), cordially invite all to the “17th APRU Global Health Conference 2024.” The event will take place from November 4-6, 2024, in Bangkok, Thailand, at the Bhumisiri Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.
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Chula Medicine Joins Forces With the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine to Research and Determine “Curcumin” as Effective Treatment for Dyspepsia as Modern Antacids
Chula Medicine in collaboration with the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine and Gastroenterologists from Thai medical schools proves that Thai curcumin can help treat dyspepsia as effectively as antacids. The research is poised to push Thai curcumin to the global marketplace.
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FAU Nursing Faculty Named Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing
The 2024 Class of Fellows, selected from a competitive pool of applicants, represents a cross-section of nursing’s most dynamic leaders who are making positive change in their systems and communities to champion health and wellness.
Experts create framework to identify and address “spin” in research reporting
An international team of researchers specializing in spin and reporting bias created a framework to provide guidance for authors, peer reviewers, and editors to recognize and rectify “spin,” or the misleading reporting, interpretation, and extrapolation of findings in primary and secondary research, such as systematic reviews.
Yeast Fuel, Developed by Chula’s Faculty of Science Soon to Expand Its Production for the Aerospace Industry
Researchers from Chulalongkorn University have made use of forage grass to feed microorganisms and convert the resulting fat into jet fuel. They aim to expand petroleum-based oil replacement production to reduce impacts on human health and the environment.
Revising biomedical research reviews
In biomedical research involving human subjects, research ethics committees around the world have traditionally emphasized individual rights and protections for participants, including informed consent.
MD Anderson Research Highlights for July 11, 2024
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Research Highlights provides a glimpse into recent basic, translational and clinical cancer research from MD Anderson experts. These advances are made possible through seamless collaboration between MD Anderson’s world-leading clinicians and scientists, bringing discoveries from the lab to the clinic and back.
Five AANEM Members Will Race for a Cure in the TCS New York City Marathon
Five American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) members will race for a cure with American Neuromuscular Foundation (ANF)’s charity team in the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon on Nov. 3 to help raise awareness and funds for neuromuscular (NM) disease research and education. Meet the runners.
Christine Suniti Bhat Begins Term as President of American Counseling Association
An Ohio University professor and an expert on cyberbullying prevention begins her term as President of the world’s largest association representing professional counselors.
Advancing regenerative medicine therapies
University and community guests recently gathered to celebrate the 7,700 square-foot Good Manufacturing Practice facility’s grand opening in Hewitt Hall’s basement on the UC Irvine campus. Although the highly sterile environment remains off-limits for tours, the gala highlighted its importance to the campus, the UC system and the local community.
World Branding Expert Suggests Place Branding for Thailand’s Soft Power, Increasing Income, Reducing Costs, Building Thailand’s Fan Club
A world-renowned place branding expert and Thai professors in branding joined a discussion on “Rethinking Soft Power with Place Branding,” emphasizing the effective use of place branding in Thailand to push the soft power agenda to the fullest.
“Nabsolute,” a Biotech Startup Incubated by Chula, Won First Place for the BSB Innovation Award at “In-cosmetics Global 2024” in France
Congratulations to Nabsolute Co., Ltd., a biotech startup from the Faculty of Pharmacy, Chulalongkorn University and recipient of the first prize (Cosmetics) at the “In-Cosmetics Global 2024” in Paris, France from April 16 to 18, 2024.
Join Us for Sasin Impact Entrepreneurship Week 2024!
The Sasin School of Management, Chulalongkorn University, cordially invites all to join “Sasin Impact Entrepreneurship Week 2024 (SasinIEW)” from June 19-23, 2024. This event aims to foster collaboration among entrepreneurs, startups, investors, policymakers, businesses, and the public to promote entrepreneurship, innovation, openness, positive impacts, and sustainability.
Chula Ranks No.1 in Thailand and Stands as the Only Thai University in the World’s Top 100 for Academic Reputation and Employment Outcomes in QS World University Rankings 2025
Chulalongkorn University has once again been recognized as the No. 1 university in Thailand, and the only Thai institution to secure a spot in the world’s top 100 for Academic Reputation and Employment Outcomes, according to the QS World University Rankings (WUR) 2025, officially announced on June 5, 2024.
Hevolution Foundation: Transforming Healthspan Science with Unprecedented $400M Funding Surge
Hevolution Foundation, a global nonprofit organization that provides grants and early-stage investments to incentivize research and entrepreneurship in healthspan science, has committed over $400 million to healthspan sciences within the past 21 months, positioning the Foundation as the world’s largest philanthropic funder of geroscience.
JMIR Publications and Swedish Consortium Bibsam Join Forces in a Landmark Agreement to Advance Open Access
Open access publisher JMIR Publications, in partnership with Sweden’s academic consortium Bibsam, with sales support by Accucoms, recently announced a landmark national agreement to eliminate the burden of article processing charges (APCs) for researchers in Sweden.
Timing key for type 2 diabetes drug performance
Researchers from the University of Adelaide could be closer to discovering a better way to use metformin, a common type 2 diabetes medication. Metformin, which has been a cornerstone in diabetes treatment since the 1960s, is typically taken with meals to reduce gastrointestinal side effects but new research is suggesting patients could see improved results if it’s taken before meals.
Mayo Clinic: Bioterapias a través del electrospinning del mañana
El futuro de la curación de enfermedades puede involucrar una jeringa, una fuente de alimentación de alto voltaje y soluciones de polímeros que se unen para diseñar tejidos. En este momento, investigadores de Mayo Clinic están estudiando estos diferentes elementos utilizando un electrohilador, un dispositivo que convierte fibras bioterapéuticas en una estructura — o plataforma — para tejer bioterapéuticos regenerativos.
Mayo Clinic: Bioterapias via eletrofiação do amanhã
O futuro da cura das doenças pode envolver uma seringa, uma fonte de alimentação de alta tensão e soluções poliméricas que se unem para projetar tecidos. No momento, pesquisadores da Mayo Clinic estão estudando esses diferentes elementos utilizando um eletrofiador, dispositivo que transforma fibras bioterapêuticas em uma estrutura — ou plataforma — para tecer bioterapêuticos regenerativos.
مايو كلينك: العلاجات الحيوية المستقبلية المغزولة كهربائيًا
روتشستر، ولاية مينيسوتا – قد يتضمن مستقبل علاج الأمراض استخدام إبرة، ومصدر كهربائي عالي الجهد، ومحاليل بوليمر يلتقون معًا لهندسة الأنسجة. يدرس باحثو مايو كلينك حاليًا هذه العناصر المختلفة باستخدام جهاز غزل كهربائي، وهو جهاز يحوّل الألياف العلاجية الحيوية إلى سقالة – أو قاعدة – لغزل العلاجات الحيوية المتجددة.
10 UC Irvine faculty members named Hellman Fellows for 2024-25
Ten assistant professors at the University of California, Irvine will receive Hellman Fellowships, which are bestowed annually to support research by junior faculty. They join an elite group of 85 UCI Society of Hellman Fellows since 2013, when the Hellman Fellows Fund was established here.
3rd International Conference on Educational System Management Leadership 2024: Education System Redesign for Creating a Better World for All
The Faculty of Education at Chulalongkorn University, Division of Educational System Management Leadership, in collaboration with Teachers College, Columbia University, cordially invites you to the 3rd International Conference on Educational System Management Leadership (ICESML 2024). The theme of this year’s conference is “Education System Redesign for Creating a Better World for All.” The event will take place on May 31, 2024, 9:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. (GMT+7) via an online platform.
Innovative Techniques Open New Avenues in Drug Discovery for Brain Diseases
Volume 29, Issue 2 of SLAS Discovery features two review articles, six original research articles covering phenotypic screening perspectives, medulloblastoma therapies and interventions for neurodegenerative diseases.
SLAS Technology Presents: Advances in Synthetic Biology
Volume 29, Issue 2 of SLAS Technology, includes three original research articles covering skin cutaneous melanoma, glycan-bead coupling and acoustic ejection mass spectrometry, and eight articles from the Advances in Synthetic Biology Special Issue.
Coastal ecosystems: cracking the code
UC Irvine associate professor of ecology & evolutionary biology studies how warmer ocean water is affecting marine ecosystems, particularly the alarming reality that climate change often favors invasive species over native ones. Cascade Sorte has spent her career unraveling the mysteries of Earth’s changing oceans.
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New research sheds light on RNA’s role in disease
Many scientists study the proteins in our cells in order to fight diseases like cancer, but Cornell College Assistant Biochemistry Professor Collin O’Leary and a team of researchers are turning their focus to the structure of RNA.
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Food for thought: Study links key nutrients to slower brain aging
Scientists have long been studying the brain with a goal of aiding healthier aging. While much is known about risk factors for accelerated brain aging, less has been uncovered to identify ways to reduce cognitive decline.
Study Results: Subsequent Chemotherapy May Increase Risk of Joint Infection for Patients with Joint Replacements
Researchers at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore have found a possible relationship between receiving chemotherapy within a year of total joint replacement surgery and increased incidence of infection in the replaced joint. Findings published this month in the Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery.
Advances in Rice Genome Research Offer Insights and Promising Applications for Agriculture
A research team has achieved a groundbreaking improvement in the haplotype-resolved genome sequence of the japonica rice cultivar Nipponbare.
Juyun Lim, PhD, Joins Monell Chemical Senses Center to Focus on Sensory Nutrition Research
The Monell Chemical Senses Center welcomes Juyun Lim, PhD, as the newest addition to the faculty at Monell, starting in August, 2024. She is currently a Professor of Sensory Science and the Chair of the Graduate Program in the Department of Food Science and Technology at Oregon State University.
Daylight Saving Time Spells Bad News for Healthy Habits
New research suggests that making the change to daylight saving time isn’t good for our healthy habits. Researchers found that the onset of daylight saving time is associated with increased consumption of processed snack foods and fewer trips to the gym.
Agreement Signing on Authorization of Rights under Petty Patent regarding “Nanoparticle Encapsulated Hydrogel Composition for Essential Oils and Preparation Methods”
Prof. Dr. Kaywalee Chatdarong, Vice President for Strategic Planning, Innovation and Global Engagement, Chulalongkorn University, and Mrs. Walairat Pongjitt, Director of Premier Innova Co., Ltd., Dr. Teerapong Yata, Managing Director of Premier Innova Co., Ltd., and Asst. Prof. Dr. Sirakarn Thitawat, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University, signed an agreement authorizing Premier Innova Co., Ltd., to exercise the rights under the petty patent regarding “The Nanoparticle Encapsulated Hydrogel Composition for Essential Oils and the Preparation Methods” owned by Chulalongkorn University.
Join Us for a Research Sharing Session on Neurocognitive & Dyslexia
The Faculty of Psychology at Chulalongkorn University cordially invites everyone to join a Research Sharing Session on “Neural Sensitivity and Facilitation in Visual Word Processing of Typical and Dyslexic Readers” presented by Prof. Dr. Urs Maurer from the Department of Psychology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong.
Chula Engineering Students Win First Prize in BU X Berkeley SkyDeck Fund Hackathon 2024
Congratulations to Ms. Anya Chiradejnant, Ms. Nuchada Chotipanich and Ms. Sarisa Trithipchatsakul, 3rd-year Nano-Engineering students at the International School of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, for securing the top spot in the 2nd BU X Berkeley SkyDeck Fund Hackathon 2024.
UC Irvine study shows damaging impact of heat waves on vital organs
Researchers from the University of California, Irvine have found evidence of the molecular causes of the damaging impact heat stress causes on the gut, liver and brain in the elderly. These findings point to the potential of developing precise prognostic and therapeutic interventions.
Biomarker found to help identify cells that can repair damaged blood vessels
Researchers have discovered a protein marker to help identify cells able to repopulate in patients with damaged blood vessels. Their findings, recently published in Circulation, could lead to new therapies for people with endothelial dysfunction, a type of disorder that contributes to coronary artery disease that may occlude with plaque and lack ability to carry sufficient blood into the heart tissue causing a heart attack.
UC Irvine-led research team discovers new property of light
Irvine, Calif., May 6, 2024 – A research team headed by chemists at the University of California, Irvine has discovered a previously unknown way in which light interacts with matter, a finding that could lead to improved solar power systems, light-emitting diodes, semiconductor lasers and other technological advancements.
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Stony Brook University Appoints Kevin H. Gardner as Vice President for Research
Stony Brook, New York, May 6, 2024 – Stony Brook University announced today that Kevin H. Gardner, PhD, former Executive Vice President for Research and Innovation at the University of Louisville, has been appointed Vice President for Research. Dr. Gardner will report to university President Maurie McInnis and is expected to join Stony Brook August 1, 2024.
Research to Prevent Blindness Opens Applications for Vision Research Grants
Research to Prevent Blindness is pleased to announce that it has opened a new round of grant funding for high-impact vision research, including research related to glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, inherited retinal diseases, myopia, amblyopia, low vision and many more.
Genetics, not lack of oxygen, causes cerebral palsy in quarter of cases
The world’s largest study of cerebral palsy (CP) genetics has discovered genetic defects are most likely responsible for more than a quarter of cases in Chinese children, rather than a lack of oxygen at birth as previously thought.
UC Irvine’s Adriana Briscoe is elected to the National Academy of Sciences
Renowned evolutionary biologist Adriana Darielle Mejía Briscoe of the University of California, Irvine has been elected a member of the National Academy of Sciences. She joins a class of 144 scientists from around the world being recognized this year for their outstanding accomplishments in original research.
Placental hormone spike in late pregnancy linked to postpartum depressive symptoms
A University of California, Irvine-led team has found evidence of a potential link between patterns of changes in a key pregnancy hormone – placental corticotropin-releasing hormone – and symptoms of postpartum depression.
Promising Personalized Approach to Liver Cancer Therapy Made Possible by DNA-based Neoantigen Research Designed at The Wistar Institute
Results of a new clinical trial published in Nature Medicine show that a novel, personalized neoantigen vaccine therapy demonstrated promising anti-tumor efficacy in patients with liver cancer who failed their original front-line treatment. The foundational biomedical research leading to this important study and important outcome originated from research in the Vaccine & Immunotherapy Center at The Wistar Institute.
UWF student team places second at National Robotics Challenge
Congratulations to the UWF Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering student team who recently placed second in the Sumo Robot category of the National Robotics Challenge.