Building bridges in immunology! We were honored to welcome Professor Hiroyuki Oshiumi, Professor Seiji Okada, Mr. Kenji Kakuta, and others from Kumamoto University, Japan, during their visit to the Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital. We look forward to future collaborations and advancements in the field.
Assistant Professor Peti Thuwajit, MD, Program Director of the Doctorate Program in Immunology at the Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, contributed as a guest speaker at the International Conference of the Genetic Society of Korea (ICGSK) 2024 in Busan, Republic of Korea, between October 10th – 14th, 2024.
Asst. Prof. Thuwajit delivered a talk titled “Diagnostic Power of DNA Methylation Markers Suggestive of Cholangiocarcinoma in ERCP-based Brush Cytology” and presented a poster titled “Cell-surface Bound DNA on Red Blood Cell Membrane as a Source for Detecting Circulating Cancer DNA.” His participation highlighted Siriraj’s cutting-edge research and facilitated international collaboration with other leading institutions.
ICGSK 2024 marked the 10th anniversary of the Genetics Society of Korea’s international academic conference. Held under the theme “Decoding Genomic Mysteries: Journey into Functional Genomics”, the event focused on exploring functional genomics beyond DNA base sequences to understand how genetic codes influence biological processes. The conference featured engaging discussions on unraveling genetic mysteries and advancing genomic science.
Welcome, Walter Samuel Hunter, 3rd-year student from University of Agriculture in Kraków Poland to undertake an elective study at Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University under the supervision of Dr. Punn Augsornworawat, from September 16th-27th, 2024.
Ms. Veerachat Muangsombut, Ph.D., a Postdoctoral Fellow from the Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the “Viruses of Microbes 2024” conference in Cairns, Australia, from 15th – 19th, 2024. She presented an abstract on “Effective Control of the Foodborne Pathogen Listeria Monocytogenes through the Synergistic Action of a Bacteriophage and a Pyrogallol-derived Natural Antimicrobial.”
Attending international conferences like Viruses of Microbes 2024 allows Ms. Muangsombut to forge connections with professionals and potential collaborators worldwide. Engaging in poster sessions keeps her abreast of advancements in phage applications, particularly in therapeutic fields, and enables her to bring valuable insights back to Siriraj Hospital. Siriraj’s sponsorship of this conference enhances the organization’s global visibility. Moreover, Ms. Muangsombut gains access to cutting-edge research in phage biology and innovations, motivating her as an early career researcher and contributing to job satisfaction and retention.
Ms. Patoo Withatanung, Ph.D., a Level 1 Researcher from the Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the “Viruses of Microbes 2024” conference in Cairns, Australia, from July 15th – 19th, 2024. She presented a poster titled “Herb Extract Curcumin Enhances Killing Efficiency of a Novel Phage Targeting Multidrug-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii.”
Ms. Withatanung’s participation in the conference provided her valuable insights and inspiration for future research projects. Ms. Withatanung gained new perspectives on the innovative use of bacteriophages for treating antibiotic-resistant infections, which could potentially expand the hospital’s treatment capabilities. Moreover, the event facilitated discussions on collaborative research opportunities, fostering professional connections crucial for advancing scientific endeavors and achieving broader recognition within the scientific community.
From July 10th-12th, 2024, Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, the Deputy Dean for Corporate Communications and International Relations, welcomed a delegation from the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Surabaya, Indonesia, led by Prof. Dr. Rochmad Romdoni, along with his team and 12 medical students. The visit aimed to foster learning about Medicine in Thailand and explore potential collaborations with the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.
On July 10th, 2024, the delegation visited the Siriraj Medical Museum. Here, they delved into the history of medicine in Thailand and Siriraj, gaining insights into forensic science and diseases prevalent in Thailand through the Anatomical Museum, Forensic Museum, and Parasitology Museum.
On July 11th, 2024, Dr. Phornnop Naiyanetr, Chair of the Department of Immunology, along with department administrators, welcomed the guests for an insightful visit. The medical students learned about Siriraj’s specialized expertise in Immunology. Additionally, Lect. Sukree Kade from the Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine shared his knowledge, delivering an engaging presentation on Applied Thai Traditional Medicine.
The visit concluded on July 12th, 2024, with Asst. Prof. Napakorn Sangchay welcoming Dr. Adhymas Setyo Wicaksono, an Anatomy lecturer from Ubaya, and his team to the Department of Anatomy. The session was both engaging and insightful, covering academic, educational, and service aspects of the department and discussing potential areas for future collaboration between the institutions.
