MTEC-NSTDA organized the event “In-Depth PMUC Funding: How to Write Effective Project Proposals to Secure Funding and Achieve High Impact” to empower researchers with the skills to write compelling proposals that align with the Program Management Unit for Competitiveness (PMUC) funding criteria.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Toemsak Srikhirin, Director of the National Metal and Materials Technology Center, NSTDA, along with Dr. Chi-na Benyajati, Director of the Material Processing and Manufacturing Automation Research Group, Dr. Anchalee Manonukul, Team Leader of the Smart Alloys and Manufacturing Research Team, Dr. Piyapong Premvaranon, Team Leader of the Lightweight Engineering Research Team, and the research team welcomed Professor Shigeru Saito, President, and faculty members from the University of Toyama and the Aluminum Research Center, Japan

The National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, showcased a collection of research, inventions, and innovative technologies by Thai researchers and inventors at the 49th International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva. Held from April 17 to 21, 202, in Geneva, Switzerland, the event is recognized as the world’s largest exhibition of innovation and inventions under the International Federation of Innovators Associations (IFIA). This year, Thailand proudly contributed 94 entries from 37 different organizations to the exhibition, joining 40 countries worldwide in presenting an impressive total of over 1,000 innovative technologies.

Mr. Piyachart Khraivanich Beerthun, Director of Area and Human Development (AHD), alongside Mr. Tripop Wongtrairat, Governor of Rayong Province, Ms. Salariwan Thapphawee, Deputy Governor of Rayong, Mr. Wichit Paphonngam, District Chief of Wang Chan, Ms. Waranuch See-daeng, Agriculture Officer of Rayong, Mr. Manop Posayanuwat, Agriculture Officer of Wang Chan District, Mr. Wichian Thongduang, Industry Officer of Rayong, and Mr. Keerivat Onprom, Public Relations Officer of Rayong, joined in the activity of wrapping 60-day-old durians with ‘Magik Growth’ bags, a technology developed by the National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), NSTDA. The event was held at Mr. Charoon Pothong’s durian orchard in Ban Khao Hin Thaen, Wang Chan District, Rayong Province, covering an area of 5 Rai, under the project ‘Guaranteed by the Governor—Rayong’s Quality Durians,’ aimed to widely promote Rayong’s durians, building consumer confidence and attracting tourists with the message: ‘Good durians, delicious durians must be from Rayong.’

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), through the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), announced the launch of three projects funded by the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Special Fund (LMCSF), supported by the People’s Republic of China. The initiative aims to disseminate information to all stakeholders and forge new partnerships to amplify project impact. These projects include the technology transfer and value addition of edible mushrooms, sustainable cassava production, and standards for high-speed rail products. The event was jointly launched by Prof. Dr. Sukit Limpijumnong, Director of NSTDA, and Mr. Ma Minggeng, Science and Technology Advisor at the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Thailand. Researchers on the projects and stakeholders representing diverse sectors attended the event.

The National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), along with the Rail and Modern Transports Research Group (RMT), collaborated with Northeastern Electronics Technology Company Limited through the Northeastern Institute of Technology, to launch an innovative electric vehicle prototype called ‘Khamkoon.’ This initiative received research funding support from the Program Management Unit for Competitiveness (PMUC), aimed at enhancing the country’s industrial competitiveness and fostering economic and social impacts. ‘Khamkoon’ is a prime example of an invention addressing public transportation needs in urban areas.

The National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), NSTDA, has conducted research and developed light-responsive organic materials for measuring ethanol levels in fuel under the collaboration of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), and Thammasat University (TU). All stakeholders have signed a memorandum of understanding with PTT Public Company Limited to jointly research and develop renewable energy technologies and innovations for sustainability under biotechnology, food technology, computer and electronics technology, metal and material technology, energy, and nanotechnology.

On March 4, 2024, at the press conference room on the 1st floor, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), Professor Dr. Sukit Limpijumnong, Director of the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Dr. Suthee Phoojaruenchanachai, Deputy Director of the National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), Dr. Sumittra Charojrochkul, Director of the National Energy Technology Center (ENTEC), accompanied by a team of researchers from NSTDA and partner agencies, held a press conference on the organization of the 19th NSTDA Annual Conference (NAC2024).

The National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), together with the Joint Article Management Promotion Consortium (JAMP), organized the 2024 chemSHERPA Workshop for Users in Thailand. This workshop aims to provide participants with knowledge and understanding of chemical management in products, accurate and reliable chemical data management, and the principles, mechanisms, and methods of using chemSHERPA tools developed by JAMP. These tools streamline information communication between trading partners in the production chain, boosting efficiency.