On 19 – 20 December 2022, Mae Fah Luang University Research and Innovation Institute organised ‘MFU Innovation Day 2022’ under the concept of BCG Economy Model at M-square building, Mae Fah Luang University to showcase and disseminate MFU’s innovations and research for commercial purposes and products from entrepreneurs to public and private sectors.
The opening ceremony of MFU Innovation Day 2022, held at Kham Mok Luang Room, was presided over by Prof. Dr.Sirirurg Songsivilai, M.D., the Permanent Secretary, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chayaporn Wattanasiri, President of Mae Fah Luang University. After the opening ceremony, there was a keynote speech on “Roles of MHESI in promoting universities’ research and innovations for increasing competitive advantages” by the Permanent Secretary, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, Prof. Dr.Sirirurg Songsivilai, M.D.
In addition, there were various interesting activities including the special talk by Assoc. Prof. Thongchai Suwonsichon, Deputy Director of Program Management Unit for Competitiveness (PMU-C) and Asst Prof Dr Worajit Setthapun, Deputy Director of Program Management Unit for Human Resources & Institutional Development, Research and Innovation (PMU-B); the exhibition of MFU’s outstanding research and modern innovation; booths showing innovations and products from the entrepreneurs; business consulting; workshops on cocoa production and processing technology, perfume blending, soy wax candle; and market place.
Moreover, the event featured the presentation ceremony of MFU INNO Prize 2022. The winners in nine categories are as follows:
1. Most IP Filing of the Year
- Invention category: Assoc. Prof. Dr.Orawan Suwantong from the School of Science
- Creativity category: Assoc. Prof. Dr.Pollavat Prapattong from the School of Liberal Arts
2.Most IP Licensed of the Year
- Commercial Use category: Asst. Prof. Thatsanee Luangharn from the Center of Excellence In Fungal Research
- Social Impact category: Asst. Prof. Wantida Homthawornchoo from the School of Agro-Industry
3. Most Impact Research Publication of the Year
- Science and Technology cluster: Emeritus Prof. Dr.Kevin David Hyde, Director of the Center of Excellence in Fungal Research
- Health Science cluster: Asst. Prof. Dr.Tawatchai Apidechkul, Dean of the School of Health Science
- Humanities and Social Science cluster: Asst. Prof. Dr.Nattapan Kongbuamai from the School of Management
4. Industrial Collaborative Research of the Year: Asst. Prof. Dr.Siraprapa Mahanil from the School of Science
5. Best Innovative Office: The School of Science
6. Best Entrepreneur of the Year: Akha Jungle Coffee Ltd.,
7. Best Social Entrepreneur of the Year: Bann Monkham Herbal Therapy Centre
8. Best Alumni Entrepreneur of the Year: Ms. Anongnuch Thakam, a graduate of the School of Cosmetic Science and owner of Cosme Innovation Co., Ltd.
9. Best Student Entrepreneur of the Year: Marquess team (a group of students from the School of Management and a lecturer of the School of Science)
Altogether, this event attracted a mass of people including students, lecturers, government organisations, private sector, entrepreneurs and the general public. This definitely was one of the great stages for MFU researchers, students, alumni and entrepreneurs to share their experience and showcase their products as well as inspire creativity and innovation in MFU students.
