KKU Demonstration School Triumphs with 12 Awards at I-New Gen Award 2026 Innovation Competition

Students from the KKU Demonstration School (KDS) achieved significant recognition at the Thailand New Gen Inventors Award 2026 (I-New Gen Award 2026) competition, securing a total of 12 awards, including 10 Gold Medals and 2 Silver Medals. This national-level competition occurred during Thailand Inventors’ Day 2026, which was organized by the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation.

The event was held from January 5 to January 9, 2026, at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) in Bangna, Bangkok, and drew participation from numerous young innovators across the country.

Participants from KKU Demonstration School presented a variety of projects, showcasing their academic proficiency and effective communication of their ideas to judges and attendees.

Official Results

The official results released by the NRCT on January 9, 2026, detailed the following achievements:

Gold Medals (10 Awards)

1. Smart PM2.5 Portable Air Detector

   Inventors: Bawontat Wongtatham and Pannachat Kanjak

   School: KKU Demonstration School (International Programme)

   Advisor: Ms. Aphitchaya Wongphetchai

2. Integrated Pot Seedling Care Machine

   Inventors: Manussanan Rojpiyatamma, Sureewan Thapsaraphong, Sasinda Jarupaphat, Kanokkan Ampararat, Sawitchaya Kongsombat, Kasemsit Punyacharernroj, and Thanchonok Tangtrakul

   School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Mor Din Daeng)

   Advisors: Mr. Chaidet Kaewsa-nga, Mr. Sirichai Tangtrakul, and Ms. Kunthida Thongnum

3. Development of Low-Cost Yeast Cell Culture Medium for Cancer-Fighting Beta-Glucan Production

   Inventors: Jarik Prathomjinda, Kanyanut Sanna, and Chanyanuch Charoenphan

   School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Faculty of Education)

   Advisor: Mr. Somchok Kaewuthas

4. Pollution Filter for Nature

   Inventors: Pawat Wongtatham, Pitiphat Tisongmuang, and Daniel Bergonsi

   School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Faculty of Education)

   Advisor: Assistant Professor Non Charungsirawat, Ph.D.

5. Q-WAVES: A Quality Development System for Welding Using Vibrating and Alternating Magnetic Fields

   Inventors: Wongsakorn Kongsuk, Jiradt Thanomsin, and Naphason Pokphol

   School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Mor Din Daeng)

   Advisors: Mr. Orngkrot Peaklom and Ms. Kunthida Thongnum

6. SiamSight: Smart Souvenir Innovation from Local Soft Power, Utilizing Applied Artificial Intelligence to Promote Creative Tourism

   Inventors: Chawit Phuchaiseang, Phoomjai Piayura, Kasidit Luechakham, and Krit Chadrit

   School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Mor Din Daeng)

   Advisors: Ms. Chularat Siya and Mr. Chaidet Kaewsa-nga

7. Development of an E-San Soft Power Learning Board Game for Youth

   Inventors: Kittikawin Akarasimachai, Rinraya Chamnankul, Onkanya Yotsathan, Thitipaphan Whangsaeng, and Peem Poonwuttiphong

   School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Mor Din Daeng)

   Advisor: Ms. Nimittra Pakarato

8. Shabu Board Game

   Inventors: Ploychompoo Kumsap, Buratsakorn Pomsaensri, Nantapa Buasri, Chawanlak Chankhaw, and Patitta Punpoka

   School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Mor Din Daeng)

   Advisor: Dr. Saksit Hassamin

9. Smart Biosignal Patch for Initial Risk Screening of Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Neurological Diseases

   Inventor: Natthapong Rungrojnimitichai

   School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Faculty of Education)

   Advisor: Mr. Somchok Kaewuthas

10. Biocomposite Material from Sugarcane Bagasse: Solving Water Pollution Using Biodegradable Technology

    Inventor: Proud Rueangsang

    School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Faculty of Education)

    Advisor: Mr. Somchok Kaewuthas

Silver Medals (2 Awards)

11. Soyu Pop

    Inventors: Punyanuch Boonprasert, Nattaphat Phansena, and Jacqueline Caroline Jones

    School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Faculty of Education)

    Advisor: Mr. Somchok Kaewuthas

12. Study of Repellent Effectiveness of Herbal Effervescent Tablets Against Plant-Based Insects

    Inventors: Kritsana Sirisombat, Puritada Hualraluek, Prem Yingsukwattana, and Sorawit Thongchan

    School: KKU Demonstration School, Secondary Section (Mor Din Daeng)

    Advisors: Ms. Ployphailin Saengaroon and Ms. Chutika Srisawat

This achievement reflects the commitment of KKU Demonstration School to promote innovation and enhance educational management among its students.

Source: KKU News