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Released: 18-Sep-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Enjoy Your Temple Tour, Learn More with the “Insight Wat Pho” Application, A Social Innovation from Chula Architecture
Chulalongkorn University

“Insight Wat Pho” an innovation for society by a Chula Architecture lecturer is a companion application that helps visitors plan and make the most out of their visit to Wat Pho. With helpful info on how to get there and points of interest, to fun features, such as AR (augmented reality) floor plan of Wat Pho and “Yak Wat Pho” hunt game to find the Wat Pho’s Giants, the app can help visitors have a trip that is more meaningful and enjoyable.

Released: 29-Aug-2023 8:05 AM EDT
Extreme weather events linked to increased child marriage
Ohio State University

Among the negative impacts of extreme weather events around the world is one that most people may not think of: an increase in child marriages.

Released: 23-Aug-2023 12:55 PM EDT
Discovering the unexpected way protected areas contribute to biodiversity
Northern Arizona University

A study published in Nature found that, while protected areas in Southeast Asia were shown to be good for animals inside their borders, as expected, that protection also extended to nearby unprotected areas, which was a surprise.

Newswise: Bee alert: Scientists warn of declines in Asia’s important pollinators
Released: 8-Aug-2023 11:55 AM EDT
Bee alert: Scientists warn of declines in Asia’s important pollinators
Flinders University

Bee pollinators are a crucial link to food production and food security for more than half the world’s population living in Asia – but few species have been closely studied or assessed for their range, numbers and conservation status.

Released: 4-Aug-2023 3:20 PM EDT
Research reveals the ecological threats of small-scale fisheries in Thailand
Newcastle University

Marine conservation experts have revealed the extent of marine megafauna catch by small-scale fisheries, in Thailand for the first time.

Newswise: Paths for reducing harmful air pollution in South Asia identified
Released: 11-Jul-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Paths for reducing harmful air pollution in South Asia identified
Washington University in St. Louis

A new analysis of fine particulate matter exposure led by researchers at Washington University in St. Louis illuminates ways to improve health in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Myanmar

   
Released: 21-Jun-2023 4:10 PM EDT
New study describes the genetic diversity and drug resistance markers of malaria parasites in Mozambique
Barcelona Institute for Global Health, ISGlobal

The drugs used to treat and prevent malaria in Mozambique are still effective, according to a genomic analysis of drug resistance markers in P. falciparum, carried out by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) and the Manhiça Health Research Center (CISM).

Newswise: Chula Zero Waste Joins the Launch of “Act Beautiful to Make a Sustainable Difference” Project
Released: 15-Jun-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Chula Zero Waste Joins the Launch of “Act Beautiful to Make a Sustainable Difference” Project
Chulalongkorn University

As Chula Zero Waste targets behavioral change, the program works to encourage all to reduce the consumption of single-use plastic daily to reduce waste that pollutes the environment.

Newswise: NRCT and Chulalongkorn University Join Forces in Establishing “Knowledge Hub for Regional Anti-corruption and Good Governance Collaboration” (KRAC)
Released: 15-Jun-2023 8:55 AM EDT
NRCT and Chulalongkorn University Join Forces in Establishing “Knowledge Hub for Regional Anti-corruption and Good Governance Collaboration” (KRAC)
Chulalongkorn University

National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) and the Faculty of Economics, Chulalongkorn University, have signed an MOU to establish the “Knowledge hub for Regional Anti–corruption and good governance Collaboration” (KRAC) to drive Thailand towards being the regional hub of knowledge.

Newswise: Once Again Chula Ranks No. 1 in Thailand and Top 17 in the World in the 2023 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
Released: 6-Jun-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Once Again Chula Ranks No. 1 in Thailand and Top 17 in the World in the 2023 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
Chulalongkorn University

Chulalongkorn University has brought immense pride to all Thai universities by being ranked No. 1 in Thailand for the 4th consecutive year and top 17 in the world by THE Impact Rankings 2023, the first global performance rankings that assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals by considering the role played by the university in terms of research generated, administration, academic services and education provided.

Newswise: National Comprehensive Cancer Network Joins Collaboration to Improve Standards in Cancer Care for Vietnam
Released: 1-Jun-2023 8:55 AM EDT
National Comprehensive Cancer Network Joins Collaboration to Improve Standards in Cancer Care for Vietnam
National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®)

United States-based NCCN representatives visit Hanoi, Vietnam to work with local experts to improve quality-of-life for patients with cancer throughout the country.

Newswise: Chula’s Faculty of Dentistry Continues to Standout as the Only Thai Institution in the World’s TOP 70 and Second in ASEAN in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023
Released: 22-May-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Chula’s Faculty of Dentistry Continues to Standout as the Only Thai Institution in the World’s TOP 70 and Second in ASEAN in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023
Chulalongkorn University

With its outstanding contribution to research, creative innovations, advancements and developments, the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023 has, for the first time, placed the Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University in the world’s TOP 70 for Dentistry. The university is also ranked 2nd in ASEAN and the 1st in Thailand.

Newswise: Chula Research Team Ready to Present Their Inventions and Innovations at the 34th International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition (ITEX 2023)
Released: 11-May-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Chula Research Team Ready to Present Their Inventions and Innovations at the 34th International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition (ITEX 2023)
Chulalongkorn University

Chula research team is ready to present their inventions and innovations at the 34th International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition (ITEX 2023), which will be held from May 11 to 13, 2023 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center Hall 1-4, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Newswise: Chula Geologist and Team Discover New Evidence Pointing to Possible Existence of More Ancient Structures Hidden on Khao Phanom Rung
Released: 14-Apr-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Chula Geologist and Team Discover New Evidence Pointing to Possible Existence of More Ancient Structures Hidden on Khao Phanom Rung
Chulalongkorn University

Chula geology professor and team of surveyors discovered foreign materials, suspected to be “terracotta”, in the center of Khao Phanom Rung (Phanom Rung Mountain) forest, Buriram Province. The discovery provides significant evidence indicating that Prasat Hin Phanom Rung is not the only ancient building hidden on Khao Phanom Rung.

Newswise: Chula Launches “CUDSON” Web Application Helping Students Develop Their Competencies Based on Their Ability
Released: 13-Apr-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Chula Launches “CUDSON” Web Application Helping Students Develop Their Competencies Based on Their Ability
Chulalongkorn University

Chula has launched the “CUDSON” web application to help students discover and develop life skills, select activities and subjects that are suitable for their needs, develop themselves properly, learn what they like, and prepare for a world of creative and happy work.

Newswise: Chula Launches the Latest Parkinson’s Gloves to Reduce Tremors
Released: 12-Apr-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Chula Launches the Latest Parkinson’s Gloves to Reduce Tremors
Chulalongkorn University

Doctors at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital have developed lightweight and easy-to-use Parkinson’s gloves that can automatically reduce tremors, allowing Parkinson’s Disease patients to enjoy social life and reducing side effects from medication and risk from brain surgery.

Newswise: Genomic surveillance identifies global strain of emerging wheat disease fungus
4-Apr-2023 1:55 PM EDT
Genomic surveillance identifies global strain of emerging wheat disease fungus
PLOS

Pests and diseases may reduce global wheat yields by over 20%. A study published April 11th in the open access journal PLOS Biology by Sergio Latorre at University College London, UK and colleagues suggest that genomic surveillance may be an effective disease management tool with the ability to trace lineages of emerging crop diseases, and to identify genetic traits for breeding disease-resistant lines.

Released: 6-Apr-2023 2:10 PM EDT
Gender and energy key to sustainable development goals
Duke University

Most of us woke up this morning, used energy and technology to learn about the weather and the news, got a fresh cup of coffee, and went about our day informed and refreshed.

Newswise: PGS Global Ed Series #4: Citizens Preferences in Divided Societies
Released: 31-Mar-2023 8:55 AM EDT
PGS Global Ed Series #4: Citizens Preferences in Divided Societies
Chulalongkorn University

Faculty of Political Science, Chulalongkorn University is pleased to invite all to join the PGS Global Ed Series #4: Citizens Preferences in Divided Societies. The talk will be held on Tuesday, 4 April 2023 at 4:30 PM Bangkok time (GMT+7) at PGS Main Classroom (M08) on M Floor, Building 3, Faculty of Political Science, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.

Newswise: Prof. Dr. Patcha U-Tiswannakul, Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Chulalongkorn University, National Outstanding Researcher in Philosophy 2023, Researches Transdisciplinary Innovation in Sustainable Fashion and Textile Design
Released: 30-Mar-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Prof. Dr. Patcha U-Tiswannakul, Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Chulalongkorn University, National Outstanding Researcher in Philosophy 2023, Researches Transdisciplinary Innovation in Sustainable Fashion and Textile Design
Chulalongkorn University

Prof. Dr. Patcha U-Tiswannakul, Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Chulalongkorn University, National Outstanding Researcher in Philosophy 2023, Researches Transdisciplinary Innovation in Sustainable Fashion and Textile Design

Newswise: Chula Awarded “4-Star Healthy University”
Released: 29-Mar-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Chula Awarded “4-Star Healthy University”
Chulalongkorn University

Chulalongkorn University was awarded a “4-star Healthy University” by the ASEAN University Network – Health Promotion Network (AUN-HPN).

Newswise: Chulalongkorn University Holds the “Chula Health Care Body & Mind” Fest
Released: 29-Mar-2023 8:55 AM EDT
Chulalongkorn University Holds the “Chula Health Care Body & Mind” Fest
Chulalongkorn University

The Center for Safety, Health and Environment of Chulalongkorn University (SHECU), Chulalongkorn University Health Service Center, the Physical Resources Management, the Department of Physical Therapy at the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, the Department of Industrial Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, the Center for Psychological Wellness at the Faculty of Psychology, and Chula Student Wellness have organized the “Chula Health Care Body & Mind” event under the CU Sustainable Well-Being project.

Released: 16-Mar-2023 9:00 AM EDT
Mayo Clinic opens patient information office in Indonesia
Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic has opened a patient information office in Jakarta to assist patients, their families, referring physicians and insurance brokers in Indonesia.

Newswise: Call for Papers: The 2nd International Conference on Educational System Management Leadership 2023 (ICESML2023)
Released: 9-Mar-2023 8:55 AM EST
Call for Papers: The 2nd International Conference on Educational System Management Leadership 2023 (ICESML2023)
Chulalongkorn University

The Faculty of Education, Chulalongkorn University; Teachers College, Columbia University; Association of Professional Development of Educational Administration (APDEA); and the Research Unit on Transforming Education System for Creating Innovators and Entrepreneurs (TESCIE) are hosting an academic virtual conference entitled “The 2nd International Conference on Educational System Management Leadership 2023 (ICESML2023): Educational Management Design for Global Transformation” on April 28, 2023 from 10.00 A.M.- 4.30 P.M. Bangkok Time (GMT+7).

Newswise: Chula Researchers Receive International Awards
Released: 9-Mar-2023 8:55 AM EST
Chula Researchers Receive International Awards
Chulalongkorn University

Congratulations to all Chula researchers for receiving awards from international stages.

Released: 6-Mar-2023 7:30 PM EST
Fickle Winters in East Asia Caused by Major Shift in Regional Atmospheric Circulation
University of Tsukuba

Sometimes it seems like winter just can't make up its mind—is it going to be harsh or mild? A little bit of both? New research from the University of Tsukuba showed how better understanding of large-scale weather patterns can help meteorologists improve seasonal forecasts and prepare us for dramatic shifts in weather conditions.

Newswise: Chula Professors and Researchers Received National Research Awards at Thailand Inventors’ Day 2023
Released: 28-Feb-2023 8:55 AM EST
Chula Professors and Researchers Received National Research Awards at Thailand Inventors’ Day 2023
Chulalongkorn University

A big round of applause goes to Chula professors and researchers who received the national research award at the “Thailand Inventor’s Day 2023”.

Newswise: Chula Art Education Students Receive Thailand New Gen Inventors Awards and Certificate at Thailand Inventor’s Day 2023
Released: 24-Feb-2023 8:55 AM EST
Chula Art Education Students Receive Thailand New Gen Inventors Awards and Certificate at Thailand Inventor’s Day 2023
Chulalongkorn University

Congratulations to our award-winning Art Education Students for receiving the Thailand New Gen Inventors Awards (I-new gen award 2023) and certificate at the “Thailand Inventor’s Day 2023”, held on February 4-6, 2023 at the BITEC Exhibition Center.

Newswise: Master of Management (MM) Now Accepting Students for 2023
Released: 23-Feb-2023 8:55 AM EST
Master of Management (MM) Now Accepting Students for 2023
Chulalongkorn University

The Master of Management (MM), Chulalongkorn Business School is now accepting applications from now until 30 April 2023.

   
Released: 3-Jan-2023 2:10 PM EST
Stuart Therapeutics, Inc. announces licensing agreement with Aju Pharm Co. Ltd.
Stuart Therapeutics

Stuart Therapeutics, Inc., (hereinafter Stuart) announces that it has entered into a license agreement with AJU Pharm Co. Ltd. (hereinafter AJU), for Stuart's clinical stage drug candidate ST-100.

   
Newswise: APEC University Leaders’ Forum 2022 Successfully Concludes with High-level Discussions on Preparing for the Next Pandemic
Released: 23-Nov-2022 8:55 AM EST
APEC University Leaders’ Forum 2022 Successfully Concludes with High-level Discussions on Preparing for the Next Pandemic
Chulalongkorn University

Business leaders, policy makers, and university presidents from APRU, a network of 60 leading research universities from 19 economies around the APEC region, convened at the Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, on 16 November for the APEC University Leaders' Forum (AULF) 2022, under the theme: “Preventing the Next Pandemic.”

Released: 14-Nov-2022 10:05 AM EST
Preventing the next pandemic: Leaders of Pacific Rim Universities meet in Bangkok, Thailand
Newswise

Hosted by Chulalongkorn University the APRU APEC University Leaders' Forum 2022 is the first post-pandemic in-person APEC meeting held to foster high-level dialogue between CEOs, policy leaders, university presidents, and top researchers. This event begins Nov 15 at 9 PM EST.

       
Newswise: Chula Ranked Top in Thailand and No. 5 in ASEAN by QS Sustainability 2023
Released: 11-Nov-2022 8:55 AM EST
Chula Ranked Top in Thailand and No. 5 in ASEAN by QS Sustainability 2023
Chulalongkorn University

Chulalongkorn University has been ranked as the top university in Thailand and No.5 in ASEAN by the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Sustainability 2023, released on October 26, 2022.

Newswise: APRU APEC University Leaders’ Forum 2022
Released: 3-Nov-2022 8:55 AM EDT
APRU APEC University Leaders’ Forum 2022
Chulalongkorn University

The APRU (the Association of Pacific Rim Universities) and Chulalongkorn University cordially invite all interested persons to attend the APRU APEC University Leaders' Forum 2022 on 16 November 2022 from 9.00 a.m. – 5.30 p.m. (GMT+7), either in person or online.

Newswise: Chula Virtual Open House for the 2023 Admission of International Undergraduate Programs
Released: 27-Oct-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Chula Virtual Open House for the 2023 Admission of International Undergraduate Programs
Chulalongkorn University

Get answers to your questions about Chula’s international undergraduate programs and information on the admissions process by joining our Virtual Open House for the 2023 admissions of international undergraduate programs this November.

Newswise: EmpowerME - a Chula Chatbot Career Coach Preparing You with Future Skill Sets
Released: 26-Sep-2022 8:55 AM EDT
EmpowerME - a Chula Chatbot Career Coach Preparing You with Future Skill Sets
Chulalongkorn University

Developed by lecturers of the Faculty of Education, Chulalongkorn University. EmpowerMe is a Chatbot-based career coach that enables learners to become digital citizens by developing future skill sets and suggests the right jobs needed by the market. The application has received a gold medal award in an innovation contest in South Korea.

Newswise: Chula’s Faculty of Law Presents Certificates to Students in the 2nd LawLAB for Human Rights Project
Released: 23-Sep-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Chula’s Faculty of Law Presents Certificates to Students in the 2nd LawLAB for Human Rights Project
Chulalongkorn University

The Faculty of Law, Chulalongkorn University, organized its second annual LawLAB for Human Rights for 2021 academic year. Assistant Professor Dr. Pareena Srivanit Dean of the Faculty of Law, and Dr. Pat Siyomsilpa, head of the project, presented certificates to 21 students who participated in the LawLAB for Human Rights project on Monday August 15, 2022 at the Main Auditorium, Debdvaravati Building, Faculty of Law, Chulalongkorn University.

Newswise: Chula Pushes Forward with Promoting Futures Literacy Using the Skills of Tomorrow to Create a Better Today
Released: 22-Sep-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Chula Pushes Forward with Promoting Futures Literacy Using the Skills of Tomorrow to Create a Better Today
Chulalongkorn University

Chula joins hands with UNESCO to nurture tomorrow’s leaders with Futures Literacy skills to create a better world for today emphasizing the prime position it occupies as an educational institution that brings about changes in sustainable learning in the 21st century.

Newswise: Call for Abstracts - The 11th International Symposium on Feedstock Recycling of Polymeric Materials (ISFR)
Released: 19-Sep-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Call for Abstracts - The 11th International Symposium on Feedstock Recycling of Polymeric Materials (ISFR)
Chulalongkorn University

The Center of Excellence on Petrochemical and Materials Technology together with Chulalongkorn University’s Department of Chemical Technology (Faculty of Science), the Petroleum and Petrochemical College, and Research Association for Feedstock Recycling of Plastics (FSRJ) (Japan) cordially invite all interested to join the “11th International Symposium on Feedstock Recycling of Polymeric Materials (ISFR)” on November 29 – December 2, 2022 at Nongnooch Garden Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The event will be one of the first carbon-neutral events to be held in Thailand.

Newswise: Chula Allied Health Sciences Organizes the 8th Parasite-free Project at Children’s Foster Home in Nonthaburi Province
Released: 16-Sep-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Chula Allied Health Sciences Organizes the 8th Parasite-free Project at Children’s Foster Home in Nonthaburi Province
Chulalongkorn University

For the 8th consecutive year, the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Chulalongkorn University, has organized a parasite-free project at the Children’s Foster Home.

Newswise: Chula Virtual Open House for International Graduate Programs
Released: 16-Aug-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Chula Virtual Open House for International Graduate Programs
Chulalongkorn University

There’s an exciting event coming up for you to learn more about our graduate programs this September! Join us at our Graduate Program Virtual Open House (International) to learn about Chulalongkorn University’s diverse range of international programs, the admissions process, and the benefits of studying at Chula.

Newswise: Thailand Clean Mobility Program (TCMP) Visioning Workshop with Youth
Released: 11-Aug-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Thailand Clean Mobility Program (TCMP) Visioning Workshop with Youth
Chulalongkorn University

Chulalongkorn University Transportation Institute, in collaboration with GIZ and OTP, organized learning sessions and workshop for the Thailand Clean Mobility Program at the Chulalongkorn University Social Innovation Hub (CU Social Innovation Hub), Visid Prachuabmoh Building, on July 5 and 7, 2022.

Newswise: Mangosteen Peel as Medicine – CU’s Faculty of Veterinary Science is Successful in Replicating Mangosteen Peel Extract! Treatment for Intestinal Inflammation in Humans and Animals
Released: 10-Aug-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Mangosteen Peel as Medicine – CU’s Faculty of Veterinary Science is Successful in Replicating Mangosteen Peel Extract! Treatment for Intestinal Inflammation in Humans and Animals
Chulalongkorn University

The Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University has researched and replicated “hydroxy-xanthones”, the vital extracts rich in antioxidants found in mangosteen peels that kill germs and halt infections in the intestinal mucosa. It hopes to expand to include health products for humans and animals in the future.

   
Newswise: Idea of ice age 'species pump' in the Philippines boosted by new way of drawing evolutionary trees
Released: 20-Jul-2022 4:40 PM EDT
Idea of ice age 'species pump' in the Philippines boosted by new way of drawing evolutionary trees
University of Kansas

Scientists have long thought the unique geography of the Philippines — coupled with seesawing ocean levels — could have created a “species pump” that triggered massive diversification by isolating, then reconnecting, groups of species again and again on islands.

Newswise: DMIND Application for Screening Depression – An AI Innovation from CU Faculties of Medicine and Engineering Researchers
Released: 19-Jul-2022 8:55 AM EDT
DMIND Application for Screening Depression – An AI Innovation from CU Faculties of Medicine and Engineering Researchers
Chulalongkorn University

Introducing a new dimension for consultations with those suffering from depression by the Department of Mental Health and the DMIND AI Innovation from Chula’s Faculties of Medicine and Engineering that provides screening for depression through the Mor Prom Application with greater accuracy, accessibility, and convenience thus reducing the burdens on medical practitioners and psychologists in taking care of patients with depression.

Newswise: Life Gets Easier with ReadMe Program that Digitizes Documents and Images Developed Right Here in Thailand
Released: 18-Jul-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Life Gets Easier with ReadMe Program that Digitizes Documents and Images Developed Right Here in Thailand
Chulalongkorn University

A team from Chula’s Faculty of Engineering have made use of AI Deep Tech to develop a program that scans documents and images into OCR documents. The program is more than 90% accurate when reading Thai scripts and Chula’s UTC is now ready for a spin-off to the market through Eikonnex AI Co. Ltd.

Newswise: The Award-Winning Squeezium and Rehabit — Incentive Games for the Elderly from Chula Architects
Released: 8-Jul-2022 11:05 PM EDT
The Award-Winning Squeezium and Rehabit — Incentive Games for the Elderly from Chula Architects
Chulalongkorn University

Two Chula architectural graduates have developed Squeezium and Rehabit innovations to provide an incentive for the elderly to get up and move to strengthen their bodies. As a nod to their creativity, the innovations received Gold Medal and Special Award at the 7th World Invention Innovation Contest, Korea Invention Academy (KIA).

Newswise: Pineapple Jelly Probiotics Health Drink for Elderly Adults that Can Help Fix Farmers’ Problems
Released: 6-Jul-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Pineapple Jelly Probiotics Health Drink for Elderly Adults that Can Help Fix Farmers’ Problems
Chulalongkorn University

A team of researchers from Chula Faculty of Science in cooperation with the Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University has developed the “Jelly Nata Probiotics” jelly drink made from pineapple to benefit the mental wellbeing of the elderly, add value to pineapple while also solving the oversupply of pineapples.

   

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