On 17 February 2026, the National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), led by Dr. Wiyong Kangwansupamonkonand , Deputy Executive Director, participated in the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding on research, development, and academic collaboration related to Thailand’s mangrove forests and coastal ecosystems between the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources and NSTDA.
At the event, NANOTEC showcased an innovation in biodegradable plastic materials designed to replace bamboo structures traditionally used for coastal protection. The technology helps slow wave energy, reduce coastal erosion, and promote sediment accumulation to support long-term mangrove restoration.
Developed by NANOTEC’s Composite Materials and Nanoprocessing Research Group, the innovation aims to support mangrove conservation while reducing environmental impacts, lowering maintenance costs, and minimizing waste compared with conventional hard structures, contributing to sustainable coastal management in the long term.
