This meeting was organized by the Department of Medical Sciences, Ministry of Public Health.  It aimed to establish a strategic framework for research and innovation to address national public health challenges, promote the commercialization of high-potential research outcomes, and strengthen collaborative integration with partner networks nationwide.

The program featured keynote addresses delivered by representatives from leading national agencies in science, research, and innovation, as well as focused breakout sessions on seven priority areas:

• Advancing the nation’s disease diagnostic capabilities
• Strengthening advanced medical product development for national health security
• Establishing a comprehensive national medical device testing center
• Developing national laboratory proficiency testing centers for medical and public health laboratories
• Supporting and enhancing the capacity of Thailand’s novel food industry
• Promoting Thai herbal medicine as internationally recognized pharmaceutical and health products
• Advancing comprehensive health tourism pathways

The Research and Innovation Affairs KKU remains committed to contributing to national efforts in driving impactful health innovations for the betterment of Thai society.