The Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, extends its congratulations to its personnel and alumni who have achieved recognition from the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) for the Fiscal Year 2026, securing a total of 11 awards across various categories.
National Research Awards: National Outstanding Researcher Award (Fiscal Year 2026)
Professor Supree Pinijsoontorn, Ph.D. – Physical Sciences and Mathematics Field.
National Research Awards: Thesis Awards (Fiscal Year 2026)
Outstanding Level – Physical Sciences and Mathematics Field:
Assistant Professor Oraphap Thamwattana, Ph.D.
- Thesis Title: An investigation into the development of a high-performance and safe lithium metal anode free battery.
- Graduated from: Seoul National University
- Advisor: Professor Kisuk Kang
Good Level – Physical Sciences and Mathematics Field:
1. Dr. Natthapong Cheuewangkhum
- Thesis Title: The study of ohmic heating, sugarcane bagasse ash addition, and early stage mechanism on fly ash geopolymers.
- Graduated from: Khon Kaen University
- Advisor: Professor Supree Pinijsoontorn, Ph.D.
2. Dr. Suwiwat Saeng-on (Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Field)
- Thesis Title: Application of Bio-derived Solvent of Cyrene and Non-Peroxide Forming of Hindered Ether Solvents for Carbon-carbon Coupling Reactions.
- Graduated from: Khon Kaen University
- Advisor: Associate Professor Andrew Hunt, Ph.D.
NRCT Quality Achievement Award
Research Project Award – Physical Sciences and Mathematics Field:
- Associate Professor Sriprajuck Krongsuk, Ph.D., and Team: Project title: Innovative Design of Nanomaterials: Niosomes for Drug Delivery and CO2 Nanobubbles Combined with Surfactants for Enhancing Plant Growth.
- Associate Professor Thanapong Intar, Ph.D., and Team: Project title: Development of Differential Dynamic Microscopy Measuring Instrument for Hypercoagulation and Viscosity Assessment and the Instrument Performance Improvement Via Artificial Intelligence Techniques.
- Professor Ekaphan Swasdichitang, Ph.D., and Team: Project title: Development and Application of Advanced Nanomaterials for Environmentally Friendly Clean Energy Storage Devices.
- Associate Professor Chomsri Siriwong, Ph.D., and Team (Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Field): Project title: Sustainable Development of Composite Materials from Modified Natural Rubber and Nanocellulose Fibers for Enhanced Mechanical Properties and Applications in Energy and Bio-based Packaging.
Thesis Award – Physical Sciences and Mathematics Field:
1. Dr. Kaniknan Srijivangsa
- Thesis Title: Dielectric Properties Of Poly(Vinylidene Fluoride) Polymer Nanocomposites Filled With Gold-Based Hybrid Materials.
- Advisor: Professor Prasit Thongbai, Ph.D.
2. Dr. Dunlawich Palaphon
- Thesis Title: Fabrication and Properties of Flexible and Bulk Ag2Se Thermoelectric Materials.
- Advisor: Professor Supree Pinijsoontorn, Ph.D.
3. Dr. Nappakorn Thanamool
- Thesis Title: DIELECTRIC PROPERTIES OF (Ln³⁺, Nb⁵⁺/Ta⁵⁺/Sb⁵⁺) CO-DOPED TiO₂ CERAMICS: (Ln = Tb, Lu and Y)
- Advisor: Professor Prasit Thongbai, Ph.D.
This success is the result of a concerted effort to create research and innovations that address national development goals, achieved through the teamwork of researchers across various disciplines and supported by collaboration networks both domestically and internationally. This aligns with the faculty’s commitment to achieving international standards and dedicating scientific knowledge to the betterment of society.
These accolades not only honour the achievements of the researchers but also serve as an inspiration for the faculty to continue producing high-quality graduates and generating knowledge that meets the evolving needs of the community and society in the digital age.
