The Office of Research, Chulabhorn Research Institute, organized a “Big Cleaning Day” activity to promote environmental health and foster a safe and hygienic workspace. On July 23, 2026, the Office of Research, Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI), held its annual “Big Cleaning Day” for 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Chemistry Research Building and the Biomedical Science Building. The event aimed to promote tidiness, enhance safety, and create a positive working environment. The activity fostered a strong spirit of cooperation, with personnel from both administrative offices and laboratories/units actively joining forces to clean and organize their workspaces together. On this occasion, Dr. Chantragan Phiphopmongkol, Associate Vice President for Research, along with Assoc. Prof. Nardtida Tumrasvin, Director, Office of Research, expressed their appreciation to all staff members whose active involvement drove the activity to a successful conclusion. In addition to improving the physical surroundings and promoting good workplace hygiene, this year’s Big Cleaning Day also supported CRI’s operations in alignment with environmental health campaigns commemorating “Thai Environmental Health Day” (July 4). The initiative further reinforces the Institute’s ongoing commitment to being an organization dedicated to sustainable health, hygiene, and environmental care.

The Chao Phya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital Foundation, under the Royal Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Bejaratana Rajasuda Sirisobha Phannavadi, in collaboration with the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine, organized the “23rd Thailand Herbal EXPO 2026” from July 2–5, 2026, at Hall 12, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani. The event’s objective was to drive and elevate Thai herbs to international standards. On July 3, 2026, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jutamaad Satayavivad, Vice President for Scientific Affairs and Director, Laboratory of Pharmacology, Chulabhorn Research Institute, served as an expert lecturer in a seminar session focused on updating recent advances in herbal research. She delivered a lecture entitled “How the Dissolution of Capsule Drug Impacts Treatment: A Case Study of Fa Thalai Chon” at the Abhaibhubejhr Herb booth. The lecture provided important scientific and medical knowledge to ensure that the public and interested individuals have a correct understanding of the disintegration and dissolution efficiency of herbal capsules, which directly impacts absorption and treatment. The session also aimed to raise public awareness and promote the correct, appropriate, and maximally safe application of Thai herbal medicines in daily life.

On April 28, 2026, Dr. Pakakrong Kwankhao, Pharm.D., Herbal Medicine Production Manager, Chao Phya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital, led a delegation of personnel at the Chao Phya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital and the Chao Phya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital Foundation under the Royal Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Bejaratana Rajasuda Sirisobha Phannavadi on a study visit to observe the research and development of herbs at the Laboratory of Pharmacology and Analytical Section, Food and Drug Quality Unit (FDQ), Office of Research, Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI). Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jutamaad Satayavivad, Vice President for Scientific Affairs and Director, Laboratory of Pharmacology of the CRI, welcomed the delegation then held discussions with the visiting team, providing advice on the research of herbs, particularly research on Fa Thalai Chon, exchanging experience, as well as recommending research directions for herbs to meet quality system and safety standards. On this occasion, the delegation had the opportunity to visit the modern laboratory of the Analytical Section, which is certified to the ISO/IEC 17025 standard, for the testing of heavy metals in food and active ingredients in the Fa Thalai Chon products, as well as to observe dissolution testing of the Fa Thalai Chon capsules at the Laboratory of Pharmacology. This study visit and exchange of knowledge constituted a collaborative activity between the CRI and the external agency with widely recognized expertise...

On March 30, 2026 at 2.00 p.m., the Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI) and Panaosod Co., Ltd. held a press conference to launch the product “Fa Thalai Chon Extract Capsule PC-1999 Brand” (PC-1999), an innovation derived from a Thai herb with fever-relieving properties. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chusak Limsakul, Vice President for Administration, Building and Grounds of the CRI and Chairman of the ceremony, together with executives of the CRI and Panaosod Co., Ltd., attended the event which was held in the Meeting Room 1 at the CRI Convention Center. A seminar entitled “Why Fa Thalai Chon PC-1999?” was also held during the event. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jutamaad Satayavivad, Vice President for Scientific Affairs and Director, Laboratory of Pharmacology of the CRI, Professor Emeritus Sayomporn Sirinavin, M.D., Lecturer, Division of Infectious Disease, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Duangchit Panomvan Na Ayudhya, Advisor, Translational Research Unit of the CRI, and Mr. Pisanu Uchuwat, Chief Executive Officer of Panaosod Co., Ltd. shared insights into the research and development process, from laboratory research to the technology transfer of extract production and the prototype manufacturing of the standardized Fa Thalai Chon product for the industrial sector, with a focus on advancing innovation and increasing the product’s commercial value. Furthermore, a video presentation was shown to introduce the product, with the background...

The Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI) was awarded a Plaque of Honor for the Consumer Protection Research Network by the Food and Drug Administration, Ministry of Public Health, at the National Thai FDA Forum 2026 held under the theme “From Local to Global: Research Builds the Foundation, Standards Build the Reputation, Reaching International Recognition”, on February 27, 2026 at the Vayupak Convention Center, Centara Life Government Complex Hotel & Convention Centre, Chaeng Watthana, Bangkok. On this occasion, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jutamaad Satayavivad, Vice President for Scientific Affairs of the CRI, representing the Institute, received a “Plaque of Honor for the Consumer Protection Research Network” from Dr. Supattra Boonserm, Pharmacist, Secretary-General of the Food and Drug Administration, Ministry of Public Health. The award aims to honor research network organizations that have cooperated with the Food and Drug Administration, leading to empirical research that has concretely benefited consumer protection on health products. The CRI was one of eight organizations selected to receive this prestigious award. This recognition reflects the CRI’s commitment for over three decades as a research network in Thailand, with a strong emphasis on promoting and advancing research work, as well as developing new innovation to meet international safety standards, leading to elevating the quality of life of the Thai people and fostering the nation’s development in a sustainable manner. Scene...

“The Challenges of One Health: The Roles of Biosciences and Chemistry” December 15 – 18, 2024 Shangri-la Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand The Princess Chulabhorn International Science Congress (PC)was initiated byProfessor Dr. Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Mahidol, the youngest sister of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun (King Rama X), to provide a forum for the exchange of the latest information and the most recent advances in research among the international scientific community. In 2024, the Congress will be held on the theme of “The Challenges of One Health: The Roles of Biosciences and Chemistry” at the Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand from December 15-18, to commemorate the Sixth Cycle (72 years) Birthday Anniversary of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn, an auspicious occasion for the Thai people to celebrate and pay tribute to His Majesty. This marks a time of national joy and jubilation, which all scientists are invited to share. For more information, visit the website: https://pc9.cri.or.th/ or e-mail: [email protected]. Call: +66 2553 8535