The National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), NSTDA, has conducted research and developed light-responsive organic materials for measuring ethanol levels in fuel under the collaboration of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), and Thammasat University (TU). All stakeholders have signed a memorandum of understanding with PTT Public Company Limited to jointly research and develop renewable energy technologies and innovations for sustainability under biotechnology, food technology, computer and electronics technology, metal and material technology, energy, and nanotechnology.

On March 4, 2024, at the press conference room on the 1st floor, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), Professor Dr. Sukit Limpijumnong, Director of the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Dr. Suthee Phoojaruenchanachai, Deputy Director of the National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), Dr. Sumittra Charojrochkul, Director of the National Energy Technology Center (ENTEC), accompanied by a team of researchers from NSTDA and partner agencies, held a press conference on the organization of the 19th NSTDA Annual Conference (NAC2024).

The National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), together with the Joint Article Management Promotion Consortium (JAMP), organized the 2024 chemSHERPA Workshop for Users in Thailand. This workshop aims to provide participants with knowledge and understanding of chemical management in products, accurate and reliable chemical data management, and the principles, mechanisms, and methods of using chemSHERPA tools developed by JAMP. These tools streamline information communication between trading partners in the production chain, boosting efficiency.

Dr. Narong Sirilertworakul, President of the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), together with Dr. Thitapha Smitinont, Executive Vice President of NSTDA, Dr. Julathep Kajornchaiyakul, Director of MTEC, Mr. Kornkrit Jurangkool, President of Summit R&D Center Co., Ltd., and Mr. Unarut Prarom, Director of Research and Product Development of Summit R&D Center Co., Ltd., had signed a collaboration agreement between NSTDA and Summit R&D Center Co., Ltd. in the research and development of automotive parts design and manufacturing technology.

Thailand Toray Science Foundation (TTSF) held the 30th award and grant for science and technology research presentation ceremony on March 8, 2024 at The Athenee Hotel, Bangkok. National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) acting through National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC) received a Science and Technology Award for institutions with outstanding contributions in science and technology, while the winner of the institution category is Metal Injection Moulding Laboratory, MTEC.

Ms. Supamas Isarabhakdi, Minister of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), co-presided over the opening ceremony of the “Operational Exchange Meeting to Discuss Project Implementation Guidelines of MHESI under the Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Fund” and announced the success and progress of MHESI’s projects under the Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Fund. The event was attended by Mr. Permsuk Sutchaphiwat, Permanent Secretary of MHESI, and Mr. Wu Zhiwu, Minister-Counselor and Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Thailand, along with representatives from MHESI and projects funded under the Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Fund for the fiscal year 2023.

Ms. Supamas Isarabhakdi, Minister of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), co-presided over the opening ceremony of the “Operational Exchange Meeting to Discuss Project Implementation Guidelines of MHESI under the Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Fund” and announced the success and progress of MHESI’s projects under the Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Fund. The event was attended by Mr. Permsuk Sutchaphiwat, Permanent Secretary of MHESI, and Mr. Wu Zhiwu, Minister-Counselor and Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Thailand, along with representatives from MHESI and projects funded under the Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Fund for the fiscal year 2023.

The National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC) under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Toemsak Srikhirin, MTEC Director, signed a memorandum of cooperation to develop an environmental database for the steel industry in response to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) with Mr. Nava Chantanasurakon, Chairman of the Steel Industry Group, Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). Mr. Kriengkrai Thiennukul, Chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), hailed this collaboration as a positive step for the steel industry.

During the NSTDA Meets the Press event, Dr. Jitti Mungkalasiri, leader of the Life Cycle Inventory and Data Applications for Sustainability and Trade Research at the Technology and Informatics Institute for Sustainability (TIIS) of the National Metal and Material Technology Center (MTEC) under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), and Mr. Teerapun Pimtong, Honorary Chairman of Thai Aluminum Group and Chairman of the Board of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), participated in an exclusive interview. Their conversation centered on the implications of CBAM measures and preparedness for navigating carbon trade barriers before engaging with the European Union (EU).