On February 25, 2026, Hub of Talents on Air Pollution and Climate (HTAPC), led by the director, Dr. Supat Wangwongwatana, joined a team of center researchers in participating in the “International Forum on Fire and Disaster Management.” Hosted by the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), the forum aimed to enhance knowledge and understanding among personnel involved in disaster risk management, as well as to foster research and innovation to mitigate disaster impacts. The event sought to encourage participation between disaster management agencies and research organizations to exchange knowledge and experiences regarding various types of disasters affecting Thailand, while also promoting international cooperation in disaster risk management based on global standards.
On this occasion, Dr. Supat Wangwongwatana served as a panelist and speaker on the topic: “Applying Science and Technology Innovations in Disaster Management.” He highlighted various technologies currently utilized to manage air pollution, such as the Air4Thai website and mobile application for reporting and forecasting air quality; the use of low-cost sensors for monitoring PM2.5 the “Tam fire” system for real-time forest fire monitoring; the “Tam roy pao” system for tracking burn scars; and the implementation of a PM2.5 early warning system via cell broadcast, which sends alerts directly to all mobile phones in a specific area simultaneously. These systems demonstrate the application of technology to protect public health from air pollution, which is recognized as one of the man-made disasters of the modern world. Furthermore, the center’s researchers hosted an exhibition showcasing results from some of their ongoing projects to the forum participants.