SSRU Showcases Community Products and Intellectual Property at “RUNIRAC VIII”

From 1–3 December 2025, the Institute for Research and Development, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University (SSRU), led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Morakot Worachairungreung, Director; Asst. Prof. Nayot Kulpanich, Vice-Director for Research and Publication; and Atidtaya Buasri, Vice-Director of Intellectual Property Management and Business Incubation, brought a team of researchers and students to exhibit research and innovation outputs in the Community Products and Intellectual Property zone at the 8th Rajabhat University National and International Research and Academic Conference (RUNIRAC VIII) under the theme “Research and Innovation for Local Development to the Global Stage and Advancing the SDGs.” The event was held at Sriwachiroj Auditorium, Pibulsongkram Rajabhat University, Phitsanulok.

Featured works from SSRU included the project “Value-Added Products from Grapefruit Peel Residues,” undertaken by Asst. Prof. Dr. Jatuporn Ounprasertsuk, Ms. Kittiyaporn Duangbut, and Ms. Kanjanaporn Buaon (College of Allied Health Sciences), with prototype products such as liquid toothpaste, mouth-deodorizing spray, and herbal mouthwash.

In addition, two SSRU innovations were shortlisted for the conference Pitching segment:

“Royal Court–Inspired Scented Lotion,” by Asst. Prof. Dr. Peerada Damapong and Ms. Yaowana Wongthaijaroen (College of Allied Health Sciences); and

“Freshly Spray (Khao-Yai Pomelo Spray),” by Asst. Prof. Dr. Pongmada Damapong (College of Allied Health Sciences).

SSRU’s participation demonstrates the University’s capability to translate research into practical, community-ready innovations that strengthen the local economy and promote efficient resource use. These outcomes align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—notably SDG 1 (No Poverty) through community income generation, SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure) through innovation development and upgraded production processes, and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) through value-added utilization of residual materials.