MAHIDOL UNIVERSITY’S TOP 1% RESEARCHER AWARDS 2024

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Congratulations to the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital and the distinguished researchers at Mahidol University for their remarkable achievement as the Top 1% Researchers of 2024. This prestigious accolade highlights their unwavering dedication and groundbreaking contributions to their respective fields.

The esteemed awardees include:
1. Prof. Dr. Kanokvalai Kulthanan
2. Prof. Dr. Tawesak Tanwandee
3. Prof. Dr. Phunchai Charatcharoenwitthaya
4. Prof. Dr. Methee Chayakulkeeree
5. Prof. Dr. Rungroj Krittayaphong
6. Prof. Dr. Vip Viprakasit
7. Prof. Dr. Visit Thongboonkerd

This recognition exemplifies Mahidol University’s commitment to excellence in research and innovation. We celebrate their outstanding accomplishments and look forward to witnessing their continued impact on advancing knowledge and improving lives.

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KiTZ Germany Visits Siriraj

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On February 13th, 2024, Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, Dean of Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Assoc. Prof. Sith Sathornsumetee, Deputy Dean for Research and Innovation, Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, Deputy Dean for Corporate Communication and International Relations, along the Siriraj members welcome Prof. Dr. Stefan Pfister, Director of Hopp Children’s Cancer Center Heidelberg, University Hospital Heidelberg, Germany, and distinguished guests from Hopp Children’s Cancer Center Heidelberg (KiTZ) on visit and discussion to foster research collaboration projects. On this occasion, the guests also visited the Grand Palace and Loha Prasat to immerse in Thai history and culture.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at “ICONAN 2024” in Spain

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Researcher Kamonlatth Rodponthukwaji, Ph.D., of the Department of Research, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended and delivered a research presentation on the topic “Modulating Macrophage Polarization with Magnetic Nanoparticles containing Toll-Like Receptor Agonist: An alternative approach to enhance anticancer treatment” at the “5th International Conference On Nanomedicine And Nanobiotechnology – ICONAN 2024″ between January 15th – 17th, 2024, in Barcelona, Spain.

As a young and dynamic researcher, Dr. Rodponthukwaji seized the opportunity to connect with renowned professors and experts from prestigious universities worldwide, who are at the forefront of nanotechnology and nanomedicine research. This invaluable interaction not only expanded Dr. Rodponthukwaji’s knowledge base but also paved the way for future collaborations and partnerships between the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital and leading institutions in these cutting-edge fields. The conference served as a catalyst for Dr. Rodponthukwaji’s professional growth, fostering a deeper understanding of innovative approaches in cancer treatment and providing a platform to establish meaningful connections for ongoing research endeavors.

Nanomedicine and Nanobiotechnology have tremendous potential for tomorrow’s patient care in a broad variety of disease management, and numerous theoretical concepts are currently translated into preclinical and clinical studies. The fifth edition of the ICONAN conference brings together high-profile plenary speakers and world-class researchers who have successfully developed and translated nanomedicines over the last decades, offering a vibrant platform for oral and poster presentations, sponsor exhibits, and networking.

The Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) onsite visit in SiCORE-Allergy and Immunology at Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital

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On Thursday, November 30, 2023, the Center of Research Excellence and Siriraj Center of Research Excellence in Allergy and Immunology (SiCORE-Allergy) convened the “Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) Onsite Visit Meeting at Siriraj Medical Research Building (SiMR), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital.”

This distinguished meeting welcomed two esteemed SAB members, namely Prof. Giorgio Walter Canonica, Senior Consultant at the Personalized Medicine Asthma & Allergy Clinic-Humanitas Research Hospital in Milano, Italy, and Prof. Ruby Pawankar, Executive Director- APAAACI, the Department of Pediatrics at Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan.

Assist. Prof. Woraphat Ratta-apha, Head of Center of Research Excellence, representing the Dean and Deputy Dean for Research and Innovation, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital,  along with Prof. Oranee Sanmaneechai, Deputy Head of Center of Research Excellence, were honored to extend a warm welcome and actively participate in the meeting.

In addition to comprehensive discussions on research findings, the event focused on exploring practical applications for the future. The presentation of research outcomes was delivered by Assoc. Prof. Pongsakorn Tantilipikorn, the Director of SiCORE-Allergy, with valuable comments provided by Prof. Thananya Boonyasirinant, Head of Siriraj Excellent Innovation Center: SiEIC, and her team. Besides, gratitude is extended to the Siriraj Institute of Clinical Research (SICRES) for their generous support and an insightful opportunity to delve into their work and facilities.

On this occasion, the Center of Research Excellence would like to express profound appreciation to the Executives, Advisory Board, and researchers within the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital for their outstanding support and active participation. In anticipation of future engagements, SiCORE-Allergy earnestly looks forward to continued opportunities for active contribution and involvement in forthcoming conferences under the auspices of the SAB.

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Siriraj Faculty Abroad at 15th PACTRIMS Congress in Australia

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From November 23rd – 25th, 2023, Lecturer Tatchaporn Ongphichetmetha, M.D., from the Division of Clinical Epidemiology, Department of Research and Development, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the ’15th Congress of the Pan-Asian Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (PACTRIMS)’ in Perth, Australia. Dr.Ongphichetmetha has presented her research poster presentation on the topic “Efficacy and Safety of Rituximab in Multiple Sclerosis and Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder.” Dr. Ongphichetmetha’s engaging discourse not only showcased her expertise but also advanced the dissemination of knowledge within the realm of multiple sclerosis and related disorders, marking a pivotal moment in the collective understanding of these conditions.

The PACTRIMS 2023 is an annual event that aims to provide clinical and scientific updates in the care of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), neuromyelitis optica and related conditions in the Asia-Pacific region. Patients in this region face different challenges where clinical care could vary depending on different healthcare reimbursements, perceptions of disease, and accessibility to diagnostic assays and medications. PACTRIMS 2023 strives to provide opportunities for participants representing their MS communities to exchange knowledge, acquire skills, share experiences, foster collaborations and work towards our shared vision of improving the care and lives of patients with MS and other CNS inflammatory demyelinating diseases.

The SiCOREs and SiCORE-M 2023 Retreat Meeting – RED Program Workshop

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On Sunday, November 12, 2023, the Center of Excellence, encompassing SiCORE-M and the Center of Excellence in various diseases, including SiCORE-Allergy, SiCORE-Dengue, SiCORE-PM&SP, SiCORE-CVD, SiCORE-DO, and SiCORE-MSB, was privileged to have Prof. Apichat Asavamongkolkul, M.D., the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Siriraj Hospital, serve as the chairman and moderator of the Retreat Meeting 2023 at the Kamolporn Meeting Room, The Sukosol Hotel, Bangkok.

The workshop focused on the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital’s internal supporting mechanism, the Research Excellence Development Program (RED). The morning session was a World Café-style brainstorming, with participants divided into groups to discuss four key questions: Support for sustainability, HR development, Research Performance Evaluation, and Research Ecosystem. The goal was to gather insights and collaboratively address challenges and solutions identified by stakeholders.

In the afternoon session, four group discussion facilitators presented the issues identified during the morning brainstorming, summarizing proposed solutions, and exchanging ideas collaboratively. Assoc. Prof. Sith Sathornsumetee, M.D., Vice Dean for Research and Innovation, and Prof. Thananya Boonyasirinant, M.D., Head of Siriraj Excellent Innovation Center (Si-EIC), graced the session with their presence. They provided valuable insights, shared perspectives, and exchanged experiences with forefront researchers from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital.

On this occasion, the Center of Research Excellence expresses deep gratitude to the Dean, Executives, and researchers within the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital for their tremendous support and active participation. SiCORE-M is incredibly optimistic about continued support and collaboration from all stakeholders in the upcoming year.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at ‘ISPOR Europe 2023’ in Denmark

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During November 12th – 15th, 2023, Pharmacist Chayanis Kositamongkol, a Research Assistant from the Department of Research and Innovations and the Department of Medicine, Faulty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the international conference ‘ISPOR Europe 2023 (International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research)’ in Copenhagen, Denmark, to present a poster on the topic “Cost-utility and budget impact analyses of cervical cancer screening using self-collected sample kit for HPV DNA testing in Thailand.” Pharmacist Kositamongkol commits to publishing her research at an international level and fostering international collaboration.

The 5th Research and Innovation Advisory Committee Meeting for Siriraj Center of Research Excellence Onsite Visit in 2023

On the prestigious date of October 20th, 2023, Professor Apichat Asavamongkolkul, the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, presided over the 5th Research and Innovation Advisory Committee (RIAC) meeting. The occasion marked the gathering of prominent and remarkable scholars from renowned institutions, with some joining virtually.

The illustrious scholars included:

  1. Prof. Gavin Screaton, Head of the Medical Sciences Division, University of Oxford.
  2. Prof. David Jacoby, Dean of School of Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), Laurence Selling Chair of Medicine and Director, MD/PhD Training Program.
  3. Prof. Nicholas J. White, Professor of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University, Consultant Physician at the John Radcliffe Hospital, University of Oxford and Wellcome Trust Southeast Asian.
  4. Prof. Dr. George Baillie, Professor of Molecular Pharmacology and Editor-in-Chief of Cellular Signalling Journal, Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Science, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, University of Glasgow.
  5. Prof. Dr. Joshua Burns, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney and Head of Sydney School of Health Sciences.
  6. Prof. Dr. Virasakdi Chongsuvivatwong, Professor of Community Medicine Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University and Curriculum Chairman, International Programme for Graduate Study in Epidemiology.
  7. Prof. Kiat Ruxrungtham, Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University and Scientific Chair of the Chula Vaccine Research Center (ChulaVRC).
  8. Prof. Dr. Ralf F.W. Bartenschiager, Professor and Head of the Department of Infectious Diseases, Molecular Virology, University of Heidelberg. (Attended online)

On this occasion, the executive members from Mahidol University, such as the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, the Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, and the Faculty of Tropical Medicine, joined in welcoming the RIAC members, making this meeting even more meaningful and memorable.

This meeting provided a vital platform for in-depth discussions on the research performance of SiCOREs, research management, and strategic research direction at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. Six Centers of Research Excellence, i.e., SiCORE-Allergy and Immunology, SiCORE-Cancer Precision Medicine & Systems Pharmacology, SiCORE-Dengue and Emerging Pathogens, SiCORE-Cardiovascular Disease, SiCORE-Diabetes and Obesity and SiCORE-Metabolomics and Systems Biology delivered presentation of their research plan and direction to the RIAC committees.

The insights and recommendations from the esteemed members of the RIAC promise to drive a significant transformation in our research endeavors. Following the meeting, an elegant dinner reception took place on the 12th floor of the SiMR building, fostering continued discussions in a relaxed and amiable atmosphere.

In this luminous context, SiCORE-M and SiCOREs express our heartfelt appreciation to the RIAC members for their valuable contributions and unwavering support. Their remarkable expertise and experiences continue to be a guiding light in our pursuit of research excellence.

 

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Siriraj Being Awarded “The APAAACI’s Center of Excellence 2023”

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On October 24th, 2023, Assoc. Prof. Pongsakorn Tantilipikorn, M.D. Ph.D., the Director of Siriraj Center of Research and Excellence in Allergy and Immunology (SiCORE Allergy & Immunology), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, and his team, were receiving the prestigious award ‘The Asia Pacific Association of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology’s Center of Excellence (ACE)’ at ‘The Asia Pacific Association of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology International Conference 2023 (APAAACI 2023)’ hosted by ‘The Asia Pacific Association of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology (APAAACI)’ and ‘The Allergy and Clinical Immunology Society of Singapore (ACIS)’ during October 23rd – 26th, 2023 in Singapore. The theme of the Conference is “The Innovation Revolution: Allergy, Asthma and Immunology”.

The APAAACI Center of Excellence (ACE) is awarded to a multidisciplinary academic medical institution/center which actively practices and promotes scientific and clinical innovations, education, research and advocacy in the Asia Pacific region and beyond.

The APAAACI International Conference 2023‘s scientific program is being developed as a well-woven combination of cutting-edge advances and practical clinical aspects in allergy, asthma, and clinical immunology, addressing the needs of both clinicians and researchers across specialties working in this space. With key international, regional, and national opinion leaders, this is a truly unique platform for leaders, colleagues, and junior members to share knowledge, network, and interact for the best scientific exchange and future collaborations. The Conference provides a unique platform as a knowledge base in the treatment and prevention of Allergies, Asthma, and Immunologic Disease.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the ‘COSTEM 2023’ in Germany

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During October 19th – 21st, 2023, Researcher Piriya Luangwattananun, Ph.D., of the Division of Molecular Medicine and Siriraj Center of Research Excellence for Cancer Immunotherapy (SiCORE-CIT), Research Department, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended ‘The 8th Congress on Controversies in Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapies (COSTEM 2023)’ in Berlin, Germany, and presented a research poster on the topic “Identification of Human Leukocyte Antigen-A*0201-Restricted Epitopes of the Folate Receptor Alpha Antigen for Activation of Cytotoxic T Lymphocytes”. The participation of Researcher Luangwattananun is poised to contribute significantly to the research development at Siriraj Hospital. The insights gained from participating in COSTEM 2023 not only provide cutting-edge information in the realm of cancer immunotherapy on a global scale but also illuminate the current perspectives of clinicians regarding this innovative approach to treating cancer. This wealth of knowledge will seamlessly integrate into ongoing research initiatives and future project development at Siriraj Hospital.

The 8th Congress on Controversies in Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapies (COSTEM 2023) is an annual event to share scientific research, clinical experience, and ongoing developments in Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapies. COSTEM encourages active participation in debate discussions and challenges global experts on a wide range of current issues – providing clinicians the opportunity to share, express, and compare experiences with the goal of establish and advance effective and reliable patient treatments. The 8th COSTEM Congress will continue to serve as a unique platform with a program that showcases the most compelling and controversial topics facing clinicians in an exciting debate forum.