ASEAN Researchers Visit Siriraj Medical Research Center (SiMR)

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On February 21st, 2025, Assoc. Prof. Sith Sathornsumetee, Deputy Dean of the Research Division, alongside esteemed teams from the Psychiatric Disorders Research Group, Health Policy Research Group, Siriraj Genomics, and the Siriraj Center of Research Excellence for Diabetes and Obesity Research (SiCORE-DO), welcome participants of the UK-SEA Workshop for Early-Career Health-Related Researchers in Thailand.

The visit featured an introduction to the center’s various research groups, followed by engaging discussions on ongoing initiatives. Guests also had the opportunity to tour the research facilities, gaining firsthand insight into cutting-edge projects and advancements in health-related research.

National Cheng Kung University Visits Siriraj

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On February 14th, 2025, the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, led by Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean; Assoc. Prof. Sith Sathornsumetee, Deputy Dean of Research and Innovation; Assoc. Prof. Thawornchai Limjindaporn, Deputy Dean of Postgraduate Education; Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations; and Asst. Prof. Kamol Udol, Chair of the Department of Preventive & Social Medicine, welcomed a distinguished delegation from the College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), Taiwan, on a visit and discussion on potential collaborations in medical research and education.

The NCKU delegation included Prof. Li-Wha Wu, Chairman of the Institute of Molecular Medicine; Prof. Fan-E Mo, Director of the Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy; Prof. Hsiu-Ling Chen, Director of the Department of Food Safety, Hygiene, and Risk Management; Prof. Pei Chen Lee, Director of the Department of Public Health; Associate Prof. Pei-Yun Lee, Department of Physical Therapy; Ms. Areeya Prasertsang, PhD student in the Department of Nursing; Prof. Dr. Waranun Buajeeb, Director of the NCKU Overseas Hub in Thailand; Dr. Binit Shrestha, Commissioner; Asst. Prof. Dulyapong Rungraungrayabkul, Commissioner; and Ms. Kranravee Keawsuk, Assistant Secretary.

During the visit, the delegation toured key research facilities at the Siriraj Medical Research Building, including Siriraj Genomics, the Medical Bioinformatics Lab, and the Molecular Medicine Research Center.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the 2nd TBRN International Conference

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Ms. Amphun Chaiboonchoe, PhD, a Research Scientist from the Siriraj Center of Research Excellence in Precision Medicine and Systems Pharmacology (SiCORE-PM&SP), participated in the 2nd Thailand Bioinformatics Research Network (TBRN) International Conference held in Bangkok, Thailand, from January 22nd to 24th, 2025. Ms. Chaiboonchoe presented a poster titled “Exploring Tumor Microenvironment-Dependent Heterogeneity in Colorectal Cancer through Spatial Transcriptomics and Gene Expression Platforms.”

The TBRN conference served as a platform to explore the latest advancements in bioinformatics methodologies, significantly enriching cancer research efforts at Siriraj Hospital. It fostered collaborations with leading institutions, bolstering clinical translational research and capacity building. Moreover, the event underscored the critical role of integrating bioinformatics into clinical workflows, emphasizing potential funding opportunities for translational research driven by bioinformatics.

Special Talk on International Research Grant

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   Special Talk on International Research Grant (การขอทุนวิจัยต่างประเทศ);

Siriraj Research Week: Advancing Research to Benefit Global Health System

 

   Date: February 27th, 2025

Time: 01:00 p.m. – 04:00 p.m.

Venue: Sirindhorn room, Chalermphrakiet Building, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital

 

    Speaker: Prof. Dr. Banchob Sripa, Director of the Tropical Disease Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University

 

   Registration for free at QR Code

 

If you need any additional information, please contact us (SiCORE-M).

 Tel. 02-419-2900 or E-mail: sicore.management@gmail.com

#SiCOREM #SiCOREs #ResearchGrant #SirirajResearchWeek

 

International Grant Workshop

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On December 26, 2024, the Siriraj Center of Research Excellence Management (SiCORE-M) hosted an International Grant Workshop at Room 201, 2nd Floor, Srisavarindira Building, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. The workshop featured esteemed speakers, including Research Prof. Dr. Jetsumon (Sattabongkot) Prachumsri, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thomas Guadamuz and the MU-SURF Team from Mahidol University.

The workshop aimed to enhance participants’ knowledge and skills in applying for international research grants. It covered essential topics such as crafting practical research grant proposals, providing participants with actionable strategies, and included personalized advice for proposals submitted by participants, empowering them to tailor their proposals effectively.

The Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital extends our heartfelt gratitude to the speakers for their invaluable contributions and looks forward to organizing similar impactful events. We will eagerly encourage all participants to stay tuned for future opportunities.

 

Executive Team Visits SiCORE-MSB Operations

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On December 17th, 2024, Professor Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, along with Assoc. Prof. Sith Sathornsumetee, Deputy Dean for Research and Innovation, Assistant Professor Woraphat Ratta-Apha, Head of the Center of Research Excellence, and Miss Sarinya Ngamtipvatana, Head of the Research Department, visited the operations of SiCORE-MSB and SiMPC at the 10th-floor meeting room of the Srisavarindira Building.

During the visit, the SiCORE-MSB team showcased their research equipment and technological capabilities, provided updates on their progress, and addressed challenges related to their technology platforms. The meeting fostered a collaborative discussion on future directions, strategic plans, and milestones to enhance the center’s impact and mission. The engagement reflected a shared commitment to driving research excellence and innovation.

Multi-Pass Arrival Time Correction in Cyclic Ion Mobility Mass Spectrometry for Imaging and Shotgun Lipidomics

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Congratulations to Dr. Pattipong Wisanpitayakorn, Dr. Narumol Jariyasopit, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sakda Khoomrung of the Siriraj Center of Research Excellence in Metabolomic and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, on their latest research publication in the Journal of ACS Measurement Science Au on December 19, 2024. Access the publication via this link:
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsmeasuresciau.4c00077

This groundbreaking study tackles the challenge of identifying isomeric and isobaric lipids in lipidomics using direct infusion mass spectrometry (DI-MS) and mass spectrometry imaging (MSI) without chromatographic separation. The researchers present a multipass arrival time correction method that works across varying conditions and laboratories, allowing precise annotation of isomeric lipids with a single measurement. This streamlined approach reduces complexity compared to traditional methods. Validation using serum samples demonstrated no matrix effects and minimized drift time differences from over 2% to below 0.2%, irrespective of condition variations.

We celebrate this achievement and its contribution to advancing lipidomics research.

Final Ideasphere Meeting of 2024 with Siriraj Centers of Research Excellence

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On December 9th, 2024, the Siriraj Center of Research Excellence Management (SiCORE-M), together with Siriraj’s distinguished research centers—including the Siriraj Center of Research for Excellence in Allergy and Immunology (SiALL), Siriraj Center of Research for Excellence in Dengue and Emerging Pathogens (SiCORE-Dengue), Siriraj Center of Research Excellence for Precision Medicine and Systems Pharmacology (SiCORE-PM&SP), Siriraj Center of Research Excellence in Cardiovascular Disease (SiCORE-CVD), Siriraj Center of Research Excellence for Diabetes and Obesity (SiCORE-DO), and Siriraj Center of Research Excellence in Metabolomics and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB)—held the final Ideasphere Meeting of 2024 at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital.

The meeting focused on the theme, “Collaborative Research Projects on Metabolomic Disease, Metabolic Disease, and iPSC,” under the guidance of Prof. Prasert Auewarakul, M.D., Ph.D., and the SiCORE-M team. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participating researchers for their valuable time and insightful contributions, fostering collaboration and innovation across disciplines.

Executive Team Visits SiCORE-PM&SP Operations

On November 19th, 2024, Professor Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, together with Assoc. Prof. Sith Sathornsumetee, Deputy Dean for Research and Innovation, Assistant Professor Woraphat Ratta-Apha, Head of the Center of Research Excellence, Professor Oranee Sanmaneechai, Deputy Head, and Miss Sarinya Ngamtipvatana, Head of the Research Department, visited the operations of SiCORE-PM&SP at the 11th-floor meeting room on the Srisavarindira Building.

During the visit, the SiCORE-PM&SP team provided updates on their research progress and discussed challenges related to cancer research in precision medicine and systems pharmacology. The meeting also explored future directions and strategic plans to advance the center’s mission and impact.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the ESMO Immuno-Oncology Congress 2024 in Switzerland

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Dr. Jatuporn Sujjitjoon, PhD, a researcher at the Molecular Medicine Research Center, Department of Research, and a key member of the Siriraj Center of Research Excellence for Cancer Immunotherapy (SiCORE-CIT), participated in the ESMO Immuno-Oncology Congress 2024 held in Geneva, Switzerland, from December 11th – 13th, 2024.

Dr. Sujjitjoon presented two impactful poster presentations:

  • “Superior Antitumor Activities of Fourth-Generation CAR-T Cells Containing Three Costimulatory Domains Targeting GD2-Positive Tumors”
  • “Potent Antitumor Efficiency of CD19-CAR T Cells Self-Secreting PD-L1 x CD3 BiTE Against Aggressive B-Cell Lymphoma”

Her contributions underscored advancements in CAR-T cell technologies and explored the development of multispecific immunotherapies for solid tumors.

The ESMO Immuno-Oncology Congress 2024 offered an advanced educational program and highlighted the latest scientific developments in this rapidly evolving field. Covering topics from the fundamentals of immunotherapies to cutting-edge research, treatment strategies, toxicity management, and data interpretation, the congress catered to oncology professionals dedicated to advancing cancer treatment through immunotherapy innovations.