04/08/2026
On 21 July 2026, the President and Executive Committee of the Thai Society for Biotechnology (TSB) participated in the Regional Launch of the Thailand Biotechnology Innovation Alliance (TBIA), held under the theme "Connecting Asia Through Biotechnology Innovation" at The Landmark Bangkok Hotel, Thailand.
On this occasion, Asst. Prof. Dr. Khongsak Thiangtum President of Kasetsart University, was honored to preside over the opening ceremony. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakit Sukyai, Acting Vice President of TSB, was honored as a speaker at the TBIA Forum, where he shared valuable perspectives on strengthening biotechnology collaboration and driving innovation across the region.
The forum brought together distinguished experts and representatives from leading biotechnology societies and universities across Asia, including Prof. Aoyaki, Vice President of the Society for Biotechnology, Japan (SBJ); Prof. Han, President of the Korean Society for Biotechnology and Bioengineering (KSBB); Prof. Lan, President of the Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering Society of Taiwan (BEST); and Prof. Suraini, President of the Asian Federation of Biotechnology (AFOB) – Malaysia Chapter. These distinguished speakers represented the University of Tsukuba, Korea University, Yuan Ze University, and Universiti Putra Malaysia, respectively.
The event underscored the importance of regional partnerships in advancing biotechnology research, innovation, and sustainable development across Asia. TSB remains committed to strengthening international collaboration and fostering innovation to advance biotechnology for the benefit of society.