During October 15-16, 2026, a delegation from the Faculty of Engineering, Mahidol University, led by Associate Professor Dr. Thanapat Wanichanon, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, and Associate Professor Dr. Warakorn Charoensuk, Head of the Department of Biomedical Engineering, participated in the 2026 International Conference on Future Healthcare and Economic Development at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) in Taiwan. The conference was jointly organized by NCKU, Mahidol University, and the Institute of Science Tokyo.
At the conference, eight faculty members from the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Mahidol University were invited as speakers and shared their research with the international audience. They were Associate Professor Dr. Warakorn Charoensuk; Associate Professor Dr. Jackrit Suthakorn; Associate Professor Dr. Benchaporn Lertanantawong; Associate Professor Dr. Norased Nasongkla; Assistant Professor Dr. Jetsada Arnin; Dr. Pracha Yambangyang; Dr. Pornpat Athamanolap; and Dr. Pinunta Nittayacharn. Their participation provided an opportunity to exchange academic knowledge and research experience with international researchers, to develop new research opportunities, and to explore potential collaborations.
In addition to attending the conference, the delegation visited the laboratories of NCKU to exchange research knowledge and experience, and to discuss opportunities for strengthening academic collaboration between the two institutions. Discussions focused on advancing biomedical engineering research and innovation through continued knowledge-sharing and cooperation.
The visit and conference participation marked important steps in expanding Mahidol Engineering's international academic and research networks. By encouraging the exchange of knowledge and technology, and strengthening research capabilities, the Faculty aims to advance biomedical engineering research and innovation. This will contribute to the future of healthcare globally.

