SSRU Participates in the Opening Ceremony of “NRCT Forum 2026” Marking the 67th Anniversary of the National Research Council of Thailand

On October 26, 2026, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rosjana Chandhasa, Vice-President for Research and Development, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, was assigned by the President of Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University to attend the opening ceremony of “NRCT Forum 2026”, held in celebration of the 67th Anniversary of the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT). She was accompanied by Asst. Prof. Dr. Morakot Worachairungreung, Director of the Institute for Research and Development; Asst. Prof. Nayot Kulpanich, Vice-Director for Research and Publication; and a team of SSRU researchers. The event is being held from October 26–29, 2026, at the National Research Council of Thailand.

The opening ceremony was presided over by Prof. Dr. Yodchanan Wongsawat, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, who delivered a special keynote address entitled “Research & Innovation for Shaping Thailand’s Future.” The keynote highlighted the important role of research and innovation in driving Thailand toward sustainable development.

The ceremony also featured congratulatory remarks from Prof. Emeritus Dr. Suttiporn Jittmittraphap, M.D., former Secretary-General of the National Research Council; Miss Sukanya Theerakulwanich, former Secretary-General of the National Research Council; Prof. Emeritus Dr. Sirirurg Songsivilai, M.D., former Secretary-General of the National Research Council; and Prof. Dr. Supachai Pathumnakul, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation. Dr. Wiparat De-ong, Executive Director of the National Research Council of Thailand, delivered the welcoming remarks.

The opening ceremony was held at the Field Marshal Sarit Thanarat Conference Room, NRCT Building 1, National Research Council of Thailand.

NRCT Forum 2026 serves as an important platform for showcasing research and innovation, promoting knowledge exchange, and strengthening collaborative networks among organizations to encourage the practical utilization of research outcomes.

SSRU’s participation in the event reflects the university’s commitment to strengthening its research and innovation capacity and supporting the creation of knowledge that responds to societal needs and contributes to the sustainable development of the country.