We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Kanthaphan Punnaanan, our lab member, has received the Best Oral Presentation Award at the 34th Thai Institution of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry International Conference (TIChE2025).
Award-Winning Presentation
Mr. Punnaanan’s presentation was titled: “Techno-Economic Analysis of Ulva spp. Cultivation and Bioprocessing for Sustainable Bioproduct Development”
Research Overview
The study presented a comprehensive techno-economic analysis of:
- Cultivation systems for Ulva spp. (sea lettuce)
- Downstream processing technologies
- Economic viability of different production scenarios
- Environmental impact assessment
- Market potential for derived bioproducts
Significance of the Work
This research contributes to:
- Sustainable aquaculture: Developing economically viable seaweed cultivation methods
- Bioeconomy: Creating value from marine biomass
- Environmental benefits: Carbon capture and nutrient bioremediation
- Industrial applications: Producing bio-based materials and chemicals
Recognition Excellence
The Best Oral Presentation Award recognizes outstanding research quality, presentation skills, and the potential impact of the work. This achievement reflects not only Mr. Punnaanan’s dedication but also the high standards of research conducted at NIAB Laboratory.
Future Work
Building on this success, we will continue to:
- Optimize Ulva cultivation technologies
- Explore novel bioprocessing approaches
- Develop commercial applications
- Strengthen industry partnerships
Congratulations again to Mr. Kanthaphan Punnaanan for this well-deserved recognition!
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