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HTAPC, in collaboration with CCCACC, organized afield visit at the Faculty of Public Health,Thammasat University (Rangsit Campus), for theparticipants from Samsenwittayalai School
- Admin Rangsan
- 10 October 2024
On October 10, 2024, the Faculty of Public Health, Thammasat University (Rangsit Campus), in collaboration with the Hub of Talents on Air Pollution and Climate (HTAPC) under the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, and the Collaborating Center for Clean Air and Climate Change (CCCACC), welcomed teachers and students from Samsenwittayalai School, Bangkok. The field visit provided an opportunity for those participants to explore and learn about the educational processes of the Faculty of Public Health. HTAPC and CCCACC played a key role in creating a learning space focused on air pollution
International Academic Conference title “Invest in Solutions to Reduce Open Burning for Clean Air”
- Admin Rangsan
- 05 September 2024
On September 5, 2024, the Hub of Talent on Air Pollution and Climate (HTAPC) under the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC), and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea (ROK), organized an international seminar under the theme “Invest in Solutions to Reduce Open Burning for Clean Air” as part of the 5th International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies. The event took place
MHESI Fair : SCI POWERFOR FUTURE THAILAND
- Admin Rangsan
- 28 July 2024
The HTAPC, under the support of the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, participated in the "MHESI Fair: SCI POWER FOR FUTURE THAILAND" held from July 22-28, 2024, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. At the HTAPC booth, there are two research projects related to air pollution were exhibited: (1) a Quartz Crystal Microbalance (QCM) device for precise PM2.5 measurement, developed by researchers from the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), and (2) an online real-time continuous monitoring device for PM1.0, PM2.5, and PM10 emissions from stacks, developed by researchers
The activity “Painting Dreams, Sharing Kindness” at the Sci Power For Future Thailand event organized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI) Fair.
- Admin Rangsan
- 28 July 2024
Activity: "Coloring Dreams, Sharing Kindness"From July 22–28, 2024, the Center of Excellence on Air Pollution and Climate Change hosted the activity "Coloring Dreams, Sharing Kindness" as part of the Sci Power for Future Thailand event during the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI) Fair at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.In this activity, participants painted reusable fabric bags that they could later use. Some participants chose to donate their bags to the Center of Excellence, which facilitated their distribution to public hospitals facing issues with patients lacking medicine bags to take their prescriptions home.On August 24, 2024,
Air Pollution: Solution for the Transboundary Haze Issue in the Mekong Subregion
- Admin Rangsan
- 20 June 2024
On June 20, 2024, the Hub of Talents on Air Pollution and Climate (HTAPC), which is under the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), in collaboration with the Center of Excellence on Environmental Health and Toxicology (EHT), organized an international academic conference at the Chulabhorn Research Institute (CRI) Conference Center. The conference served as a platform for exchanging knowledge and lessons learned regarding transboundary haze issues in the Mekong subregion, with the aim of contributing to effective problem-solving efforts in the future.
Panel discussion: Lessons learned on addressing airpollution challenges across various sectors inThailand – past, present, and future
- Admin Rangsan
- 10 April 2024
On April 10, 2024, HTAPC and CCAS (Center for Clean Air Solutions) collaborated to host a panel discussion focusing on insights and experiences in addressing air pollution issues across sectors, drawing from past lessons, current practices, and future challenges. The seminar, held at Asawin Grand Convention Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand, allowed for virtual participation through Zoom Meeting and Facebook Live.Dr. Supat Wangwongwatana, Director of HTAPC, and Mr. Paisit Panitchkul, Director of CCAS, delivered opening remarks, welcoming participants to the conference. The event featured 14 speakers from diverse sectors, each with significant expertise in addressing air pollution challenges in Thailand. The
International Academic Seminar “PM2.5 : Opportunities and Challenges in Southeast Asia.”
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- 04 April 2024
On April 4, 2024, HTAPC, in partnership with Thammasat University, Lampang Campus, organized an international academic seminar titled "PM2.5 Opportunities and Challenges in Southeast Asia." The seminar aimed to share academic research, knowledge, and promote academic collaborations on a national and international scale. Dr. Wiparat Deeong, Executive Director of the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Supreeya Kaewla-iad, Vice Rector for Lampang Campus Administration and Law at Thammasat University, delivered the opening remarks, extending a warm welcome to participants. Dr. Supat Wangwongwatana, Director of HTAPC, highlighted past initiatives addressing the PM2.5 concern in Thailand, emphasizing HTAPC's
Seminar on “Addressing PM2.5 in Northeastern Thailand through Research and Innovation”
- Admin Rangsan
- 01 March 2024
On March 1, 2024, the National Seminar, hosted by the HTAPC, was successfully held at the Pullman Hotel in Khon Kaen Province. Chaired by Dr. Wiparat Deeong, Executive Director of the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), the seminar was dedicated to exploring innovative research initiatives aimed at tackling PM2.5 pollution in the northeastern Thailand.The event featured eighteen distinguished invited speakers engaged in the discussions concerning key PM2.5 pollution issues and solutions across four crucial topics of 1) Identification of pollution of concerns, 2) Geographical occurrences with the temporal patterns, 3) Mitigation strategies and control measures at the origins, and
The Seminar on “Understanding PM2.5 for Health and Solutions through Researchand Innovation”
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- 16 February 2024
On February 16th , 2024, HTAPC and the Hub of Environmental Health, a division under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, jointly organized a seminar titled "Understanding PM2.5 for Health and Solutions through Research and Innovation" at the Conference Room, Building 8, National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT).Dr. Wiparat Deeong, the Executive Director of the National Research Council of Thailand, delivered the opening speech at the conference. Following that, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ekbordin Winijkul presented on the origin sources of PM2.5, followed by Dr. Supat Wangwongwatana, who shared perspectives on PM2.5 issues, including potential solutions. In addition
A Seminar on “Addressing PM2.5 in Northern,Thailand through Research and Innovation”
- Admin Rangsan
- 30 January 2024
On January 30st, 2024, HTAPC arranged a national seminar titled "Addressing PM2.5 in Northern Thailand through Research and Innovation", held at the Kong Garden View Resort in Muang District, Chiang Rai Province.Dr. Wiparat Deeong, Executive Director of the National Research Council of Thailand, initiated the meeting, followed by welcome speeches from Acting Second Lieutenant Sarawut Jantawong, Vice Governor of Chiang Rai Province, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sasitorn Taptagaporn, Dean of the Faculty of Public Health (FPH) of Thammasat University, extending a warm welcome to the invited 18 speakers participating in the forum. The speakers addressed concerns regarding PM2.5 pollution in
A Seminar on “Addressing PM2.5 in Bangkok,Thailand through Research and Innovation”
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- 14 December 2023
HTAPC hosted a national seminar titled "Addressing PM2.5 in Bangkok, Thailand through Research and Innovation" on December 14th , 2023, at the Novotel Bangkok Future Park Rangsit Hotel in Pathum Thani Province.Dr. Wiparat Deeong, the Executive Director of the National Research Council of Thailand, delivered the opening remarks, followed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sasitorn Taptagaporn, the Dean of the Faculty of Public Health of Thammasat University, delivered the welcoming remarks. The seminar featured 17 speakers who discussed and addressed concerns regarding PM2.5 consisted of four major sessions covering topics of the emission sources of PM2.5 in agricultural sector control and
A Seminar on “Addressing PM2.5 – Related Health Concernsthrough Research and Innovation”
- Admin Rangsan
- 30 November 2023
On November 30th, 2023, HTAPC organized a seminar on "Addressing PM2.5-Related Health Concerns through Research and Innovation”. Dr.Supat Wangwongwatana, the Director of HTAPC, delivered a welcoming speech, joined by experts, academics, and professionals at Meeting Room 1, Health Impact Assessment Division, Department of Health. The event also included participants attending online via MS Teams and was broadcast live on Facebook. Dr. Supat Wangwongwatana led the discussion with the aim of proposing guidelines for preparing a health response to PM2.5 through collaborative research and innovation. The goal is to provide information to the public for heightened awareness, guiding them on how
Participating in the workshop on “The KECF Air Pollution Control: A Training Workshop”
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- 27 November 2023
On November 27, 2023, Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR), in collaboration with the Asian and Pacific Center for Transfer of Technology (APCTT), UNESCAP, and HTAPC (with supporting from National Research Council of Thailand), organized “The KECF Air Pollution Control: A Training Workshop”, with supporting from the KoreaESCAP Cooperation Fund (KECF). The HTAPC played a significant role, delivering a technical lecture on applying mathematical models for monitoring and predicting air pollution. Furthermore, guidelines for addressing the PM2.5 issue were presented by “Dr.Supat Wangwongwatana”, “Assoc.Prof.Dr.Ekbodin Winijkul”, “Assoc.Prof.Dr.Sirima Panyametheekul”, and research associate “Mr. Kantachai Paijityotee”, who collaboratively lectured and exchanged
Together for Clean Air: Air Pollution and Climate Solutions in Southeast Asia
- Admin Rangsan
- 08 September 2023
On September 8, 2023, HTAPC, in collaboration with UNESCAP, UNEP, Asia Pacific Clean Air Partnership (APCAP), the Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Korea, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Thailand, the German Institute for International Environmental Cooperation (GIZ), and the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC), launched a hybrid conference on the theme "Together for Clean Air: Air Pollution and Climate Solutions in Southeast Asia." Photos of activities at the event
