UBU Researchers Participate in Thailand–Taiwan Chemistry Conference for Innovation and Sustainability
Ubon Ratchathani University (UBU) researchers participated in the international conference titled “2025 Empowering Connectivity in Chemistry: Chemistry as a Bridge to Sustainability,” held from September 30 to October 3, 2025, at the Avani Ratchada Hotel in Bangkok. The event was organized by the Thailand Science Research and Innovation and was presided over by Dr. Arunee Panpermsak, Assistant Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation.
Conference Overview
The conference provided a platform for over 170 researchers and experts from Thailand, Taiwan, and other partner countries to exchange knowledge, enhance research networks, and promote innovations aimed at sustainable development.
Notable Presentations from UBU Faculty
The Faculty of Science at UBU played a notable role in the conference, with faculty members serving as invited speakers on various topics. Among the presentations were:
- Professor Dr. Siriporn Jungsuttiwong, who discussed “From Molecular Mechanisms to Device Performance: Experimental–DFT Insights for Sustainable Battery Innovation.”
- Associate Professor Dr. Unchalee Sampao, who presented on “Electrochemical Paper-Based Analytical Devices for the Determination of Nitrite, Nitrate, and Nitrosamine.”
- Associate Professor Dr. Sayan Saengsuwan, whose talk focused on “Rapid UV-Photopolymerized Starch-Based Superabsorbent: One-Pot Synthesis Toward Efficient and Cost-Effective Dye Removal.”
Poster Presentations Highlights
In addition to the presentations, UBU researchers showcased their innovative work through several poster presentations. Key highlights included:
- Associate Professor Dr. Saksri Supasorn’s research on “Development of Smartphone-Assisted Colorimetric Determination of Ascorbic Acid in Fortified Drinks for High School Chemistry.”
- Associate Professor Dr. Maliwan Amatatongchai’s study on “Enhancing Cancer Biomarker Detection with Core–Shell Molecularly Imprinted Polymers for Selective and Reliable Point-of-Care Cancer Testing.”
- Associate Professor Dr. Pornpan Puengpo’s exploration of “Discovery of New and Potent InhA Inhibitors as Antituberculosis Agents: Structure-Based Virtual Screening Validated by Biological Assays and X-Ray Crystallography.”
- Assistant Professor Dr. Nuchanaporn Pijarn’s work on “Synthesis of TiO₂–SiO₂ Polymer Films for Photocatalytic Degradation Under UV Irradiation.”
- Assistant Professor Dr. Ketsarin Sriboonrueng’s presentation on “Instant Detection of Formalin in Food Using a Paper-Based Vapor-Sensing Platform.”
Commitment to Research Collaboration
UBU’s participation in this conference reflects the institution’s commitment to fostering international research collaboration, particularly among Thailand and Taiwan, and contributing to the global scientific community. This engagement aims to advance initiatives focused on sustainable development and to enhance excellence within the fields of science and technology.
English version by: Kanjana Manomai
Original (Thai) version by: Plern Wichaiwong
Photos by: Plern Wichaiwong
Source: Ubon Ratchathani University News
