New CEO and President of PTT: Dr. Pailin Chuchottaworn
Congratulations to Dr. Pailin Chuchottaworn on his recent appointment as new Chief Executive Officer and President of PTT.
NANOTEC News
NANOTEC News
NANO Talk: “Apoptosis Resistance and Carcinogenesis of Carbon Nanotubes”
***Invitation to attend***
New detection tool for CML cells
Researchers in Thailand have developed a novel tool to detect BCR/ABL fusion gene in chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). The technology involved a magneto-polymerase chain reaction (PCR) – enzyme linked gene can help provide physicians with practical tools for appropriate follow up treatment.
NSTDA: INVENTOR’S DAY 2011
“We have certainly made progress in the area of patent filing for innovation findings. The number of research patents filed this year is 6 times the number it was a few years back” said Dr. Thaweesak Koanantakool, President of NSTDA.
Curcumin shows anti-colon cancer activity, NANOTEC researcher say
Researchers at National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC) have discovered that using a compound consisting of curcuminoids-succinate prodrugs can improve stability in phosphate buffer, releases curcumin derivatives in human plasma, and shows anti-colon cancer activities.
Hands-on Frontier Science Camp – making a difference
Sometimes we forget what its like to be a child – to explore the unknown, ask questions, play, and basically have fun. Well, 180 high school S&T teachers last week were given this opportunity to participate in the Frontier Science Camp organized by the Office of the Permanent Secretary (Ministry of S&T) and research agencies […]
3rd Annual MTEC/NANOTEC Sports Day
3rd Annual MTEC/NANOTEC Sport Day The roaring sound of cheer, laughter, and comradely filled the gymnasium of Sirindhorn Science Home during the 3rd Annual MTEC/NANOTEC Sports Day on April 27. Aj. Sirirurg (NANOTEC) and Aj. Werasak (MTEC) gave the Opening Remark prior to the swimming competition.
Using niosomes for encapsulation of nisin and EDTA
Researchers at National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC) in Bangkok have studied the application of niosomes for encapsulation of nisin and EDTA. Nisin (Food Additive, E234) are used as antimicrobial substance in food and pharmaceutical applications.
Flavour & Fragrance Delivery Technology
The cosmetic and consumer products industry is a global multi-billion dollar industry. Thailand is ranked 4th and is considered a major player in the region given the fact that is also considered a medical hub.
NANO Talk: “Flavour and Fragrance Delivery Technology”
On April 18, Dr. Daneil BENCZEDI, Vice President of Firmenich SA., Corporate R&D in Germany gave a special talk on “Flavour and Fragrance Delivery Technology”.
NANO Talk: “Printed Intelligence”
NANOTEC recently organized a NANO Talk on “Printed Intelligence” to provide information on the role of printed intelligence to the enhancement of paper and board products. The application of printed intelligence includes such areas as hybrid media, smart and active packaging, security devices, disposable sensors, diagnostic devices, and functional wallpapers. The commercial aspects of printed […]
ENDEAVOUR AWARDS 2012 ROUND OPEN FOR APPLICATION
Endeavour Awards, the Australian Government’s internationally competitive, merit-based scholarship program, is open for Thai citizens to apply from 1 April to 30 June 2011 for study commencement in 2012.
Nanotechnology: The next 40 years
“Imagine a world where there are no electricity lines but there is sufficient electricity for every household to use, how is this possible?” ask Prof. Sirirurg Songsivilai, Executive Director at NANOTEC during a recent interview with Lawrence Neal, NATION Editor-Special Publication.
Thailand partners Korea in research collaboration
The National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) recently signed a collaborative Memorandum of Understanding with Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology (KRIBB) during NSTDA Annual Conference 2011 on March 25.
Royal Ceremony
Royal Ceremony The Thailand-Korea Joint Symposium on Nanobiotechnology was successfully held from March 24-25 at Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani.
“Changing of the Guards” at TSP-CC
The official changing of the guards between NCC Management & Development Co.,Ltd., the former management team of Thailand Science Park Convention Center (TSP-CC) and NSTDA (Thailand Science Park Convention Center Division) took place on March 16.
NSTDA XCMB acknowledge researcher
Dr. Gamolwan Tumcharern (Pla), Head of the NANOTEC Sensor Lab and member of the Chulalongkorn research team was recently invited to give a presentation to the NSTDA Executive Management (XCMB)
NANO Talk: Chemistry of Buckybowls
Speaking to a group of researchers at NANOTEC, Thailand Science Park, Prof. Hidehiro Sakurai said “buckybowls are of importance not only as a model compounds of fullerness but also as their own chemical and physical properties”
NAC 2011 “S&T for Emergency Preparedness”
The timing of the official announcement of the National Science and Technology Development Agency Annual Conference 2011 (NAC 2011) could not have been more appropriate given the recent earthquakes and tsunami in Japan.
Thai research makes Top 10 articles published in the same domain
A research article from NanoHybrid Lab at NANOTEC recently received the BioMedLib TOP 10 ARTICLES PUBLISHED IN THE SAME DOMAIN.
NANOTEC partners VEC to include nano in curriculum
After completing two collaborative training activities, both National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC) and Vocational Education Commission decided to tie the knot by initiating a formal partnership agreement this afternoon at the Vocational Education Commission’s office in Bangkok.