The National Phenome Institute, Khon Kaen University, served as a co-host for the 3rd Thailand Bioinformatics Research Network Conference 2026 (TBRN 2026) under the theme “Decode the Nature, Design the Future.” This international academic conference brought together researchers, experts, and network partners from both within Thailand and abroad to exchange knowledge in bioinformatics and biological data science. The event also aimed to foster collaboration, develop human resources, and lay the groundwork for the nation’s biological data infrastructure for the future.
The 3rd Thailand Bioinformatics Research Network Conference 2026 (TBRN 2026), held from June 10-12, 2026, at The Heritage Grand Khon Kaen Hotel and Convention in Khon Kaen Province, was co-hosted by the National Phenome Institute, Khon Kaen University. The conference provided a platform for exchanging knowledge in bioinformatics and biological data science, as well as promoting collaboration among researchers, academic institutions, government agencies, private sector organizations, and industries, both domestic and international.
The opening ceremony took place on June 10, 2026, with Assoc. Prof. Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., President of Khon Kaen University, delivering a welcome speech. Prof. Dr. Damneinsant Prueksakor, President of the Thai Society for Bioinformatics, reported on the objectives of the event, and Dr. Viparat Dee-ong, Director of the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), officially opened the conference. Over 170 researchers, faculty members, students, and representatives from various organizations attended.
Assoc. Prof. Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., welcomed the attendees, stating that the 3rd Thailand Bioinformatics Research Network Conference (TBRN 2026), under the concept “Decode the Nature, Design the Future,” reflects the significant role of bioinformatics in integrating knowledge from biology, medicine, data science, and artificial intelligence to drive research and innovation in the country. He also emphasized the importance of developing research infrastructure, building new generations of personnel, and promoting collaboration between academia and industry to collaboratively design a sustainable future for Thai bioinformatics.
Prof. Damneinsant Prueksakor, M.D., stated that the Thailand Center of Excellence for Bioinformatics, in collaboration with the National Phenome Institute, organized this conference to promote knowledge and innovation in bioinformatics, build collaborative networks, develop new personnel, and push for national strategies regarding infrastructure and sustainable use of biological data. The goal is to build the nation’s capabilities and extend them to scientific, economic, and social impacts in the future.
Dr. Viparat Dee-ong, the chair of the opening ceremony, stated that the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) prioritizes bioinformatics and biological data science. Therefore, it has supported the operations of the Thailand Center of Excellence for Bioinformatics, which is considered a crucial mechanism in driving scientific excellence and enhancing the country’s research capabilities. This conference is not only an important opportunity for interdisciplinary knowledge exchange but also reflects a shared commitment to strengthening Thailand’s innovation potential to become a regional leader in bioinformatics.
The event included special lectures by distinguished experts from both Thailand and abroad, research presentations, technology and innovation exhibitions, and academic discussions on standards, ethics, and governance of biological data. This reflects the role of Khon Kaen University and the National Phenome Institute as centers for collaboration in bioinformatics, biological data science, and human resource development to support national development through science, research, and innovation.
The co-hosting of this international academic conference by the National Phenome Institute, Khon Kaen University, serves to disseminate research and innovation outcomes and reflects Khon Kaen University’s potential and role in driving academic collaboration and national development through knowledge and innovation. This will be applied for the benefit of society and the country’s economy, leading to improved quality of life for the people and enhanced national competitiveness for a sustainable future. 
News by: Benjamaporn Mamook
Information/Photos: National Phenome Institute, Khon Kaen University, and National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT)
