SSRU Partners with Private Sector to Advance Research and Innovation toward Commercialization

On October 28, 2026, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rosjana Chandhasa, Vice-President for Research and Development, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, held a meeting with Organic Way Corporation Co., Ltd. to discuss potential collaboration in research and development. Mr. Wachirawit Jarupattanawanin, Chief Executive Officer of Organic Way Corporation Co., Ltd., joined the discussion, exchanged perspectives, and attended presentations of the university’s research and innovation. The meeting was held at the Graduate School Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, Srijudhabha Building, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University.

The meeting aimed to strengthen collaboration between the university and the private sector by connecting academic knowledge and research capabilities with business needs, while exploring opportunities to further develop research and innovation for practical commercial utilization.

During the discussion, SSRU faculty members and researchers presented research findings and expertise across a range of fields, including the study of active compounds from plants and medicinal herbs, value-added processing of agricultural products, food innovation development, and related disciplines. The presentations provided a platform for exchanging views on the potential of research outputs, product development pathways, and opportunities to apply academic knowledge in response to market demand.

Organic Way Corporation Co., Ltd. also presented its integrated approach to organic agriculture and innovation, while sharing its experience in international business operations. The exchange helped build mutual understanding and opened opportunities for further research and innovation collaboration between academia and the private sector, with the goal of enhancing the value of research outputs and promoting the effective utilization of knowledge.

The meeting brought together executives, faculty members, and researchers from various SSRU units.

From the Faculty of Science and Technology, participants included Asst. Prof. Dr. Sophit Sawangjit, Vice-Dean for Research and Academic Services; Asst. Prof. Dr. Montharop Suthatham, Vice-Dean for Academic Affairs; Asst. Prof. Chanet Wanna, Head of the Biology Program; Asst. Prof. Dr. Kanitda Thongkhao, Lecturer in Biology; Lecturer Dr. Ploysai Ohama and Asst. Prof. Dr. Rinrada Phatthana Yaiying, lecturers in Food Innovation and Professional Chef; and Asst. Prof. Dr. Chitlada Chumee, Head of the Chemistry Program.

From the College of Allied Health Sciences, participants included Lecturer Dr. Narin Kakatum, Chair of the Applied Thai Traditional Medicine Program, and Lecturer Dr. Rungtawan Muangmool, Lecturer in Chinese Medicine.

The Institute for Research and Development was represented by Asst. Prof. Dr. Morakot Worachairungreung, Director of the Institute for Research and Development; Asst. Prof. Nayot Kulpanich, Vice-Director for Research and Publication; Lecturer Atidtaya Buasri, Vice-Director for Intellectual Property Management and Business Incubation; and Miss Pornthip Ruangprach, Head of Office of the Institute for Research and Development.

The meeting reflects Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the private sector in order to enhance research and innovation capacity, respond more effectively to the needs of business and industry, expand opportunities for knowledge and technology transfer, support product development, and create greater economic value.

The collaboration also lays an important foundation for sustainable research and development partnerships between the university and the private sector.