Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (Ph.D.)
Interdisciplinary International Program

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

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Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Interdisciplinary International Program

Contents Page

About Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Interdisciplinary International Program 1
Our Mission 1
Current research areas within nanoscience and nanotechnology 2
Degree Requirements: 3
Tuition Fee 3
Curriculum Plans 3
Eligibility of the applicants 3
Key Application Areas 4
Research Facilities and Infrastructure 4
Funding and Scholarship Opportunities 5
Collaboration Network 5
Examples of Student Research Projects in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology 6

Program 7
Faculty Profiles 8-31
Research of course instructors

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Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Interdisciplinary International Program

Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (Ph.D.)
Interdisciplinary International Program

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

About Our Mission

Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Doctoral program
Interdisciplinary Program at CMU is a multidisciplinary program providing a platform
to students to work in broad area of nanoscience and
nanomaterials disciplines.

Chiang Mai University was founded in 1964 and was the We aim to facilitate interaction among scientists across
first institution of higher education in the north and the first the disciplines toward the discovery beyond the traditional
provincial university of Thailand as a center for academic disciplines.
and occupational knowledge in order to benefit the region
and the country as a whole.

Ph.D. Program in Nanoscience In this program, Ph.D. students are educated through
and Nanotechnology research projects in broad disciplines and academic
activities. Coursework is not required but students have
(International/Interdisciplinary Program) freedom to participate in courses that are relevant to their
research projects.
is an interdisciplinary program administered by Materials
Science Research Center (MSRC), Faculty of Science.
Nanoscience and Nanotechnology is a broad field of research
encompassing diverse disciplines including chemistry,
biochemistry, materials science, physics, pharmacy,
medicine, computer and electrical engineering, biomedical
engineering, agro-industry, and environmental sciences.
At CMU, faculty members from various backgrounds and
research interests in various aspects of nanoscience and
nanotechnology. This Ph.D. program provides opportunity
for students to gain knowledge and skills through
interdisciplinary collaborations.

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Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Interdisciplinary International Program

The students will have Biomaterials & Medical Applications
opportunity to

• Gain an understanding of emerging
nanotechnologies and the applications
of nanomaterials

• Build experience in experimental
design, scientific data analysis,
research practice and effective
collaboration

• Develop knowledge in nanosciences
and material sciences as the
relevance to biotechnology

Emerging Materials for Energy Devices

Materials for Environmental Concerns Current research areas within
and Clean Industries nanoscience and nanotechnology
at CMU include:

I) Synthesis and characterization of
nanostructured
materials/nanocomposites

II) Nanomaterials in biomedical
applications

III) Fabrication of nanosensors/
nanodevices and their
applications

IV) Nanomaterials and their applications
in energy and environment

Materials Innovations & Industries

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Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Interdisciplinary International Program

Degree Requirements:

• Qualifying examination to evaluate his/her ability before presenting a thesis proposal
• Participation in the nanoscience and nanotechnology graduate seminar series
• Oral presentation on the topic related to his/her thesis at the international conference(s)
• Publications and/or patents (2 publications for 3 year program and three publications for 4 year program)

Tuition Fee : 35,000 BAHT per semester Eligibility of the applicants

Financial support/scholarships are available. Type 1.1 : Student with Master's degree

Curriculum Plans: • Completion of Master’s degree with GPAX greater than
3.00 in the field of science and technology or health
Doctoral Program in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology sciences or related fields
(International Program)
Type 1.2 : Student with Bachelor's degree
• 3-year doctoral degree
(Student with Master’s degree) : 48 credits • Completion of Bachelor’s degree with GPAX greater than
3.25 in the field of science and technology or health
• 4-year doctoral degree sciences or related fields
(Student with Bachelor’s degree) : 72 credits
OR
• Financial support/scholarships are available • Completion of Bachelor’s degree with GPAX greater

than 3.00 and additional requirement of publications.

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Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Interdisciplinary International Program

Key Application Areas

Medical Healthcare Food Industries Energy Harvesting Environment Construction
and Pharmaceuticals & Storage and Sustainability Materials

Research Facilities and Infrastructure

Materials Science Research Center Science and Technology Service Center
X-ray Diffractometer
BET Surface Analysis Scanning Electron Microscope
Nanosizer/Zeta Potential Analyzer Transmission Electron Microscope
Differential Scanning Colorimeters Raman Spectroscopy
Thermogravimetry/Differential Atomic Force Microscope
Thermal Analysis (TG/DTA) Precision Ion Polishing System
Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer Ultrasonic Disc Cutter
Potentiostat/Galvanostat Impedance Analyzer Tensile Testing
3D-Printer Ellipsometer
Fourier Transform-Infra Red Spectroscopy-Microscope
4 (FTIR-Microscope)
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer 400 MHz
High Performance Liquid Chromatograph (HPLC)
Gas Chromatography - Mass Spectrometer (GC-MS)
Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS)
Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence (EDXRF)
Ion Chromatograph (IC)
Inductively Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission
Spectrometer (ICP-OES)
UV-VIS Spectrophotometer
And more

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Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Interdisciplinary International Program

Funding and Scholarship Opportunities

CMU Presidential Scholarship
Teaching assistant/Research assistant Scholarship
Center of Excellence in Materials Research and Technology
Royal Golden Jubilee (RGJ) Ph.D. Scholarship
Science Achievement Scholarship of Thailand (SAST)
And more

Collaboration Network

Canada Germany
University of Ottawa University of Tuebingen
Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety
(CRIFS), University of Guelph Austria
Institute of Biophysics, Johannes Kepler University
USA
University of Texas at Arlington China
Dept. of Bacteriology, U. of Wisconsin Madison
Amador-Noguez, Dept. of Bacteriology, U. of Changchun Institute of � Applied Chemistry
Wisconsin Madison Department of Chemistry,� Fudan University
CALS Global, Departments of Biological Hohai University
Systems Engineering and Food Science and
Materials Science & Engineering U. of Wisconsin South Korea
– Madison Theranostic Macromolecules Research Center (TMRc),
Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene and Sungkynkuwan University
College of Engineer, U� . of Wisconsin Madison
Northwestern University Japan
University of Houston Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate� School
The National Center for Earth and Environmental of Engineering, Osaka University
Nanotech nology Infrastructure, Virginia Tech Tokyo institute of Technology
Faculty of Agriculture, Shizuoka University
United Kingdom School of Materials Science and Engineering,�
Aston Institute of Materials Research (AIMR), University of Toyama
Aston University Frontier Research Institute for Interdisciplinary�
University of Bath Cardiff Catalysis Institute, � Sciences, Tohoku University
School of Chemistry, Osaka Prefecture University
Cardiff University Graduate School of Science, Osaka University
Department of Chemical Engineering & Analytical School of Materials Science and Engineering,�
Science, Manchester University University of Toyama
Nagasaki University
France
University of Cergy Pontoise Australia
University Grenoble-Alpes, Department, Labora University of Newcastle
toire d’écologie alpine (LECA) Australia's Nuclear Science and Technology Organization
ARC Center of Excellence for Electromaterials Science
Spain University of Wollongong
i+Med S. Coop
University of the Balearic Island 5

Czech Republic
Department of Chemistry,
Technical University of Liberec (TUL)

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Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Interdisciplinary International Program

Examples of Student
Research Projects
in Nanoscience and
Nanotechnology Program

Development of Dental Products of Silver Nanoparticles
Synthesized from Thai Plants for Inhibition of Oral Pathogens
Synthesis of Silica Aerogel from Sugarcane Bagasse Ash and
its Applications for Thermal Insulation of Cement
Plasma Surface Modification of Chitosan/Poly(vinyl alcohol)-based
Nanofibrous Electrospun Membrane Containing Mangifera indica
Extract for Use in Wound Healing
Time-Temperature Indicator of Nanocomposite Biopolymers
Based Film incorporating with Polydiacetylene(PDA)/Silver Oxide
Nanoparticles
Flame Synthesis of Semiconducting Metal Oxide Nanoparticles
Functionalized with Catalysts for Gas Sensing Applications
Synthesis, Characterization and Photocatalytic Efficiency of Iron
Doped bismuth oxybromide Semiconductor
Non-thermal Atmospheric Pressure Plasma Jet and its
Combination with Cannabidiol Nanoemulsion on Inactivation of
Cancer Cells

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Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (Ph.D.)
Interdisciplinary International Program

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Faculty Profiles

Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (Ph.D.) Program is
an interdisciplinary program which has been administered
by Materials Science Research Center, Faculty of Science,
CMU since 2018 (formerly by the Graduate School).

Academic advisors/thesis committee are affiliated with various faculties
in CMU as following:

Faculty of Science Faculty of Veterinary
Faculty of Medicine Faculty of Agriculture
Faculty of Dentistry Faculty of Agro-industry Agriculture
Faculty of Pharmacy Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Associated Medical Technology Faculty of Architecture

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Winita Punyodom Education

Department of Chemistry, Faculty • B.S. (Chemistry), Chiang Mai University, Thailand,
of Science 1990
Office : CB1211, Chemistry
Building 1 • M.S. (Chemistry), Chiang Mai University, Thailand,
E-mail : [email protected] 1994

• Ph.D. (Polymer Physics), University of Leeds, UK,
2000

Research Areas of Interest

• Polymer Synthesis and Modification
• Catalyst for Ring-opening Polymerisation
• Polymer Composites and Blends
• Bioplastics
• Biomedical Polymers

Bioplastics Innovation at Chiang Mai University

(3) 3D Bio Plotter Materials

Medical Grade Polymers
Pilot Plant and Commercialization

Year 2554-2560 BCG Economy

Resorbable Medical Grade Polymers Products Fabrication and Testing of Absorbable Suture Materials

Renewable Raw Materials (2) Plate & Screw (1) Absorbable Sutures

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 8626853400

• Chaiya, N., Daranarong, D., Worajittiphon, P., Somsunan, R., Meepowpan, P., Tuantranont, A., Rakbamrung, N., Topham, P.D., Tighe, B.J.,
Mahomed, A., Punyodom, W.*, 3D-printed PLA/PEO blend as biodegradable substrate coating with CoCl2 for colorimetric humidity detection
(2022) Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 32, art. no. 100829

• Thajai, N., Jantanasakulwong, K., Rachtanapun, P., Jantrawut, P., Kiattipornpithak K., Kanthiya, T., Punyodom, W.*, Effect of chlorhexidine
gluconate on mechanical and anti-microbial properties of thermoplastic cassava starch (2022) Carbohydrate Polymers, 275, art. no. 118690.

• Sriyai, M., Tasati, J., Molloy, R., Meepowpan, P., Somsunan, R., Worajittiphon, P., Daranarong, D., Meerak, J., Punyodom, W.*, Development of
an Antimicrobial-Coated Absorbable Monofilament Suture from a Medical-Grade Poly(l-lactide-co-ϵ-caprolactone) Copolymer (2021) ACS Omega,
6 (43), pp. 28788-28803.

• Daranarong, D., Techaikool, P., Intatue, W., Daengngern, R., Thomson, K.A., Molloy, R., Kungwan, N., Foster, L.J.R., Boonyawan, D., Punyodom,
W.*, Effect of surface modification of poly(L-lactide-co-ε-caprolactone) membranes by low-pressure plasma on support cell biocompatibility (2016)
Surface and Coatings Technology, 306, pp. 328-335.

• Girdthep, S., Worajittiphon, P., Molloy, R., Lumyong, S., Leejarkpai, T., Punyodom, W.*, Biodegradable nanocomposite blown films based on
poly(lactic acid) containing silver-loaded kaolinite: A route to controlling moisture barrier property and silver ion release with a prediction of extended
shelf life of dried longan (2014) Polymer, 55 (26), pp. 6776-6788.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chaikarn Liewhiran Education

Department of Physics and Materials • B.S. (Physics), Srinakharinwirot University, 2002
Science, Faculty of Science, CMU • M.S. (Materials Science), Chiang Mai University, 2004
Office : PB2-117, Physics Building 1, • Ph.D. (Materials Science), Chiang Mai University, 2007
Room 117, Tel: +66-539-43-367
E-mail : [email protected] Research Areas of Interest

[email protected] • Nanomaterials Based Metal Oxide, Carbon and
Catalyst

• Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
• Nanocomposite Materials
• Flame Spray Pyrolysis and Gas Sensors

Research Theme In case of the gas-sensing application, the sensing materials
• Research program focuses on the production of functionalized metal based on selective catalyst-functionalized binary complex
metal oxide nanostructures has been established to perform
oxide (MOX) for gas sensor which can be useful in environmental, the gas sensing enhancement in terms of S-problems
biomedical and industrial applications. (selectivity, sensor response, stability), R-problems
• Flame Spray Pyrolysis (FSP) is one of the most highlight synthetic (repeatability, reproducibility, reliability), time factors
techniques for the production of functionalized metal oxide (MOX) (response/recovery times), limit of detection (LOD),
nanopowders in single step with high crystallinity, purity and threshold limit values (TLVs) with different working
homogeneity of as-prepared products. FSP processes are quite temperature and atmospheric conditions as well as new
attractive as they can employ a wide array of precursor compared to theoretical design of mechanistic models for selective gas-
conventional vapor-fed flame reactors. Each droplet contains the sensing reactions.
precursor in the same stoichiometry is desired in the product so a The selective catalysts-functionalized metal oxides
broad spectrum of functional metal and mixed metal oxide nanostructures based sensors has been promoted as an
nanoparticles. It can be identified the relevance of liquid precursor attractive candidate for practical gas-sensing detection. It
design to the formation of particles through the droplet-to-particle or can be possibly applied for environmental, industrial and
gas-to-particle routes, the latter ensures homogeneous morphologies biomedical applications with required sensing factors and
and sizes. Up till now a variety of products have been synthesized by reflects to the practical possibility and commercial
FSP as for example metal oxides, functionalized-metal oxide, available in the basis of effective gas-sensing prototype
perovskite, and their composites. design.

•

Research Theme

•

The dynamic response
to H2S in air form 20
ppm down to 1 ppm of
GASSET H2S gas sensor

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 16052921800
• Singkammo S, Wisitsora-at A, Sriprachaubwong C, Tuantranont A, Phanichphant S, Liewhiran C, Electrolytically-exfoliated graphene-

loaded flame-made Ni-doped SnO2 composite film for acetone sensing, ACS Appl. Mater. Interface, 2015; 7: 3077-3092, Citations =
134, I.F.2020 = 9.229.

• Tammanoon N, Wisitsoraat A, Sriprachuabwong C, Phokharatkul D, Tuantranont A, Phanichphant S, Liewhiran C, Ultra-sensitive NO2
sensor based on ohmic metal-semiconductor interfaces of electrolytically exfoliated graphene/flame-spray-made SnO2 nanoparticles
composite operating at low temperatures, ACS Appl. Mater. Interface 2015; 7(43): 24338-24352. Citations = 86, I.F.2020 = 9.229.

• Liewhiran C, Tamaekong N, Wisitsoraat A, Tuantranont A, Phanichphant S, Ultra-sensitive H2 sensors based on flame-spray-made Pd-
loaded SnO2 sensing films, Sens. Actuators B 2013, 176; 893-905. Citations = 76, I.F.2020 = 7.460.

• Inyawilert K, Wisitsoraat A, Sriprachaubwong C, Tuantranont A, Phanichphant S, Liewhiran C, Rapid ethanol sensor based on

electrolytically-exfoliated graphene-loaded flame-made In-doped SnO2 composite film, Sens. Actuators B 2015; 209: 40-55. Citations
= 69, I.F.2020 = 7.460.

• Liewhiran C, Tamaekong N, Wisitsoraat A, Phanichphant S, Highly selective environmental sensors based on flame-spray-made SnO2
nanoparticles, Sens. Actuators B 2012, 163(1); 51-60. Citations = 66, I.F.2020 = 7.460.
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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thapanee Sarakonsri Education
• B.S. (Chemistry), Khon Kaen University, Khon
Department of Chemistry,
Faculty of Science, CMU Kaen, Thailand
Chiang Mai University • M.S. (Metallurgical Engineering), Michigan
Office : CB1212, Chemistry (CB1)
Laboratory : Renewable Energy Technological University, Houghton, USA.
Laboratory-Advanced battery • Ph.D. (Material Science and Engineering),
research unit (ScB2318 & 2322)
E-mail : [email protected] Michigan Technological University, Houghton,
USA.

Research Areas of Interest

• Chemical synthesis of nanocomposites and
graphene-based materials for renewable energy
applications, especially, anode materials in
lithium-ion batteries

• Materials science, specialize in TEM and XRD
techniques for nanomaterial applications

Nanocomposites derived biomass as high energy density anode materials

• There is a challenge to develop high-performance alternative anode materials in order
to replace the conventional graphite anode. Among various types of alternative
anodes, Si, SiO2, Sn, SnO2, and modified graphene-based nanocomposites are the
most attractive and widely investigated candidate anode materials for LIBs.

• Natural rice husk, an agricultural waste, has been considered as a sustainable and
high potential as low-cost raw materials to produce value-added Si materials

• It is challenging to combine the advantages of these components in a form of a
nanocomposite structure to obtain the superior anode material characteristics for LIBs.

Lab facilities

Namsar, O., et al, Sustainable Energy & Fuels (2020)

Ultrafast-charging and long cycle-life anode materials

• For electric vehicles, it is a challenge to obtain a high specific

capacity along with the quick charge property, due to the

kinetics of Li-ion diffusion in the anode structure. Safety is

also an issue that needs to be considered.

• Pseudocapacitive TiO2(B) exhibit large channels and voids
resulting in a fast Li-ion diffusion, leading the fast-charging.

• N-doped graphene has a high specific capacity and

conductivity along with flexibility of the latter that would also

improve the cycling capability.

• TiO2(B) and N-doped graphene nanocomposites exhibits
excellent anode material characteristics, having high specific

capacity at high current density, adaptive fast charging

Autthawong, T., et al, RSC Advances (2020) capability, superior long-life cycle, and high level of safety

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 35389657900

• Deng, H., Sarakonsri, T., Huang, T., Yu, A. & Aifantis, K., "Transformation of SnS nanocompisites to Sn and S nanoparticles during
lithiation", Crystals, vol. 11, no. 2, pp. 1-12 (2021).

• Kapanya, T., Jiang, B., He, J., Qiu, Y., Thanachayanont, C. & Sarakonsri, T., “A combination of point defects and nanosized grains to
minimize lattice thermal conductivity of Sn and Se co-doped CoSb3 via mixed ball milling and spark plasma sintering", Surface Review
and Letters, (2021).

• Autthawong, T., Chimupala, Y., Haruta, M., Kurata, H., Kiyomura, T., Yu, A.-., Chairuangsri, T. & Sarakonsri, T., "Ultrafast-charging and
long cycle-life anode materials of TiO2-bronze/nitrogen-doped graphene nanocomposites for high-performance lithium-ion batteries", RSC

Advances, vol. 10, no. 71, pp. 43811-43824 (2020).
• Autthawong, T., Namsar, O., Yu, A. & Sarakonsri, T., "Cost-effective production of SiO2/C and Si/C composites derived from rice husk for

advanced lithium-ion battery anodes", Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, vol. 31, no. 12, pp. 9126-9132 (2020).
• Namsar, O., Autthawong, T., Laokawee, V., Boonprachai, R., Harut, M., Kurata, H., Yu, A., Chairuangsrie, T., Sarakonsri, T., “Improved

electrochemical performance of anode materials for high energy density lithium-ion batteries through Sn(SnO2)–SiO2/graphene-based

10 nanocomposites prepared by a facile and low-cost approach” Sustainable Energy & Fuels, vol. 4, pp. 4625-4636 (2020).

Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nawee Kungwan Education
• B. S. (Chemistry), Khon Kaen University, 2000
Department of Chemistry, Faculty • Ph.D. (Physical Chemistry),University of Utah,
of Science
Office : CB2221, Chemistry USA, 2007
Building 1
E-mail : [email protected] Research Areas of Interest
• Quantum chemical calculations for fluorescent

and optoelectronic materials

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 16417107900

• Chansen, W. & Kungwan, N. 2021, "Theoretical Insights into Excited-State Intermolecular Proton Transfers of 2,7-Diazaindole in Water Using a
Microsolvation Approach", Journal of Physical Chemistry A, .

• Chansen, W., Yu, J.-.K. & Kungwan, N. 2021, "A TD-DFT molecular screening for fluorescence probe based on excited-state intramolecular proton
transfer of 2’-hydroxychalcone derivatives", Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry, vol. 410.

• Kanlayakan, N. & Kungwan, N. 2021, "Theoretical study of heteroatom and substituent effects on excited-state intramolecular proton transfers and
electronic properties of amino-type hydrogen bonding molecules", Journal of Luminescence, vol. 238.

• Kerdpol, K., Daengngern, R., Sattayanon, C., Namuangruk, S., Rungrotmongkol, T., Wolschann, P., Kungwan, N. & Hannongbua, S. 2021, "Effect
of water microsolvation on the excited-state proton transfer of 3-hydroxyflavone enclosed in -cyclodextrin", Molecules, vol. 26, no. 4.

• Petdee, S., Chaiwai, C., Benchaphanthawee, W., Nalaoh, P., Kungwan, N., Namuangruk, S., Sudyoadsuk, T. & Promarak, V. 2021, "Imidazole-
based solid-state fluorophores with combined ESIPT and AIE features as self-absorption-free non-doped emitters for electroluminescent devices",
Dyes and Pigments, vol. 193.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Professor Emeritus Dr. Somchai Thongtem Education

Department of Physics and • B.Sc. (Silver Medal) Chulalongkorn University,
Materials Science, Bangkok, Thailand (1974)
Faculty of Science,
Chiang Mai University • M.Sc. (Physics) Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai,
Office: SCB2611 Thailand (1982)

E-mail: [email protected] • M.Sc. (Materials Science and Engineering),
University of Illinois at Chicago, U.S.A. (1986)

• Ph.D. (Materials Science and Engineering),
University of Illinois at Chicago, U.S.A. (1988)

Research Areas of Interest

• Wastewater treatment
• Antibacterial activity

Research Theme

Synthesis and analysis of nanocomposites, core/shell nanocomposites and nanomaterials loaded with
noble metals and rare earth elements used for adsorption in the dark, photocatalysis and antimicrobial activity.

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 6602495581

• Phuruangrat A, Buapoon S, Bunluesak T, Suebsom P, Thongtem S, Thongtem T, Inorg Chem Commun 133, 108895
(2021).

• Promnopas S, Promnopas W, Maisang W, Wannapop S, Thongtem T, Thongtem S, Wiranwetchayan O, Chem Phys Lett
779, 138883 (2021).

• Phuruangrat A, Kuntalue B, Thongtem S, Thongtem T, Optik 226, 165949 (2021).
• Phuruangrat A, Thongtem S, Thongtem T, J Rare Earths 39, 1056-1061 (2021).
• Ekthammathat N, Phuruangrat A, Phonkhokkong T, Maisang W, Junploy P, Klinbumrung A, Thongtem S, Thongtem T,

Rare Met 40, 3561-3566 (2021).
• Buapoon S, Phuruangrat A, Dumrongrojthanath P, Thongtem T, Thongtem S, J Electron Mater, 50, 4524-4532 (2021).
• Bunluesak T, Phuruangrat A, Thongtem S, Thongtem T, Res Chem Intermed 47, 3079-3092 (2021).
• Suebsom P, Phuruangrat A, Thongtem S, Thongtem T, Res Chem Intermed 47, 2357-2372 (2021).
• Dumrongrojthanath P, Phuruangrat A, Thongtem S, Thongtem T, Rare Met 40, 537-546 (2021).
• Suebsom P, Phuruangrat A, Suwanboon S, Thongtem S, Thongtem T, J Inorg Organomet Polym Mater 31, 162-171 (2021).
• Bunluesak T, Phuruangrat A, Thongtem S, Thongtem T, Inorg Chem Commun 124, 108399 (2021).
• Kaewmanee T, Phuruangrat A, Thongtem T, Thongtem S, Ceram Intl 46, 3655-3662 (2020).
• Phuruangrat A, Siri S, Wadbua P, Thongtem S, Thongtem T, J Phys Chem Solids 126, 170-177 (2019).

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Prof. Dr. Gobwute Rujijanagul Education

Department of Physics and Materials • BSC (Physics), Chiangmai University, 1988
Science, Faculty of Science • Ph.D.(Physics), Chiangmai University, 1994
Office : SCB2511, Physics Building 2
E-mail : [email protected] Research Areas of Interest

• Electroceramics
• Biomaterials
• Environmental materials

Research Grants
• The Thailand Research Fund
• National Research Council of Thailand
• The National Research University Project
• The Office of the Higher Education Commission

Electroceramics

⇐ A molten material (at BaTiO3
ceramic surface) that surrounded
the craters after breakdown.

⇑ Conduction channel after ⇑ Magnetization (M) versus ⇑ Giant strain of
breakdown magnetic field (H) of the BZT/CoO
composites Bi0.5(Na0.84K0.16)0.5TiO3-
Ba(Nb0.01Ti0.99)O3-
Very high dielectric constants BiFeO3 ceramics
observed in Sr(Fe1-xAlx)0.5Nb0.5O3
ceramics ⇒

Biomaterials Hydroxyapatite power Environmental materials
synthesized from a
chemical route

Hyβ−dTCrP oxyHA apatite
ceramics synthesized

from natural products
Bioceramics
Waste-based geopolymer
synthesized from Geopolymer / diatomite Foams with various pore
composites former contains
natural products Nanoporous hydroxyapatite ceramics

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 6603126083

• Tunkasiri T, Rujijanagul G. Dielectric strength of fine grained barium titanate ceramics. Journal of Materials Science Letters,

1996, 15, 1767-1769
• Vittayakorn N, Rujijanagul G, Tan X, Marquardt M.A, Cann D.P. The morphotropic phase boundary and dielectric properties of the
xPb(Zr1/2Ti1/2)O3-(1-x)Pb(Ni1/3Nb2/3)O3 perovskite solid solution. Journal of Applied Physics, 2004, 96, 5103-5109.
• Ruksudjarit A, Pengpat K, Rujijanagul G, Tunkasiri T. Synthesis and characterization of nanocrystalline hydroxyapatite from
natural bovine bone.
• Raksujarit A, Pengpat K, Rujijanagul G, Tunkasiri T. Processing and properties of nanoporous hydroxyapatite ceramics. Materials

and Design, 2010, 31, 1658-1660
• Jarupoom P, Pengpat K, Rujijanagul G. Enhanced piezoelectric properties and lowered sintering temperature of Ba(Zr0.07Ti0.93)O3

by B2O3 addition. Current Applied Physics, 2010, 10, 557-560
• Lertcumfu N, Jaita P, Thammarong S, Lamkhao S,Tandorn S, Randorn C, Tunkasiri T, Rujijanagul G. Influence of graphene oxide

additive on physical, microstructure, adsorption, and photocatalytic properties of calcined kaolinite-based geopolymer ceramic
composites. Colloids and Surfaces A-Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 2020, 602, 125080

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pathawee Khongkhunthian Education

Center of Excellence for Dental • B.S., Chiang Mai University, 1993
Implantology, • Dr.Med.Dent.(Oral Surgery), Humboldt
Faculty of Dentistry Chiang Mai
University University(Berlin),Germany, 1998
Office : 0 5394 4484 • German Board in Oral Surgery,Humboldt
E-mail : [email protected]
University(Berlin), Germany, 1998

Research Areas of Interest

• Dental Implantology
• Biomaterials

NOVEM Dental Implant system

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 6508062082

• The implant position accuracy between using only surgical drill guide and surgical drill guide with implant guide in fully digital workfow: a
randomized clinical trial Chalermchai Ngamprasertkit,Weerapan Aunmeungthong,Pathawee Khongkhunthian. Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgery. Published 23 June 2021.

• Effect of the Location of Dental Mini-Implants on StrainDistribution under Mandibular Kennedy Class IImplant-Retained Removable
Partial Dentures. Pimduen Rungsiyakull , Kallaya Kujarearntaworn,Pathawee Khongkhunthian ,Michael Swain , Chaiy Rungsiyakull
Published 4 May 2021.

• Bone regeneration of a polymeric sponge techniquAlloplastic bone substitute materials compared with acommercial synthetic bone
material (MBCP+TM technology):A histomorphometric study in porcine skull. Punyada Intapibool,Naruporn,Monmaturapoj,Katanchalee
Nampuksa,Kriangkrai Thongkorn,Pathawee Khongkhunthian

• Computerised occlusal analysis of mini-dental implant-retained mandibular overdentures: A 1-year prospective clinical study.
Phongkamon Kabbua Weerapan,Aunmeungtong,Pathawee Khongkhunthian Accepted: 22 March 2020

• Osseointegration of Maxillary Dental Implants inDiabetes Mellitus Patients: A Randomized ClinicalTrial Human Histomorphometric
Study. Lyly Sam , Siriporn Chattipakorn Pathawee Khongkhunthian. Received: 31 August 2020; Accepted: 25 September 2020;
Published: 27 September 2020

• Mathematical equations for dental implant stability patterns during the osseointegration period, based on previous resonance frequency
analysis studies. Attakorn Charatchaiwanna,Thaned Rojsiraphisa,Weerapan Aunmeungtong,Peter A. Reichart,Pathawee
Khongkhunthian. Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2019;1–13.

• Comparison of platelet‐rich fibrin and cellulose in palatal wounds after graft harvesting. Arada Patarapongsanti,Panwadee
Bandhaya,Benyapha Sirinirund,Sakornratana Khongkhunthian,Pathawee Khongkhunthian. Accepted: 16 August 2019.

• Platelet-rich fibrin to preserve alveolar bone sockets following tooth extraction: A randomized controlled trial. Kanokporn
Areewong,Montri Chantaramungkorn, Pathawee Khongkhunthian. Accepted: 7 September 2019.

• Removal torque pattern of a combined cone and octalobule index implantabutment connection at different cyclic loading: an in-vitro
experimental study. Kanyarin Benjaboonyazit, Pisaisit Chaijareenont,Pathawee Khongkhunthian. .International Journal of Implant
Dentistry (2019).

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Songyot Anuchapreeda Education

Department of Medical Technology, • B.Sc. in Agriculture (Plant pathology), Faculty of
Faculty of Associated Medical Agriculture, Chiang Mai University, 1990
Sciences
Office : Building 2 (8 floor) of the • M.Sc. in Biology (Microbiology), Faculty of Science,
faculty of Associated Medical Chiang Mai University, 1992
Sciences
E-mail : [email protected] • Ph.D. in Biochemistry with honors, Faculty of Medicine,
and [email protected] Chiang Mai University, 2002

• Postdoctoral degree at Kobe Gakuin University, 2010

Research Areas of Interest

• Cancers and leukemia: biomarkers with their
functions and mechanisms

• Signal transductions and gene expressions in
cancers

• Medicinal plants and active compound purification
• Drug delivery system (DDS), drug targeting, and

nanotechnology

Research Theme

• Researches now involve in inhibitory mechanisms of active compounds from medicinal plants and natural products on
cancer cells, especially in leukemic cell proliferation. Chemical purification and characterization are the process of
defining the chemical structures of active compounds.

• The intensive mechanisms and cell signaling pathways of leukemic oncoproteins and protein tumor markers have been
investigated. Wilms’ tumor 1 (WT1) protein and FMS-like tyrosine kinase 3 (FLT3) protein expressions have been studied
their role on cell proliferation. The suppression of both WT1 and FLT3 indicates inhibitory effects on leukemic cell
proliferation.

• Nanotechnology and drug delivery system (DDS) are the field of interests, especially a leukemic cell targeting.
Nanoparticles are designed or modified to improve the efficacy of drugs or natural products in cancer cells.

Natural product purification Gene expression and cell proliferation in cancers
Nanoparticle production

Signal transduction

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 6505877761

• Cheng, J., Zhou, Q., Fu, J., Wei, C., Zhang, L., Khan, M.S.S., Lv, H., Anuchapreeda, S. & Fu, J. 2021, "Novel compound heterozygous missense
variants (c.G955A and c.A1822C) of CACNA2D4 likely causing autosomal recessive retinitis pigmentosa in a Chinese patient", 3 Biotech, vol. 11,
no. 5.

• Sriyab, S., Laosirisathian, N., Punyoyai, C., Anuchapreeda, S., Tima, S., Chiampanichayakul, S. & Chaiyana, W. 2021, "Nutricosmetic effects of
Asparagus officinalis: a potent matrix metalloproteinase-1 inhibitor", Scientific Reports, vol. 11, no. 1.

• Anantaworasakul, P., Anuchapreeda, S., Yotsawimonwat, S., Naksuriya, O., Lekawanvijit, S., Tovanabutra, N., Anantaworasakul, P., Wattanasri,
W., Buranapreecha, N. & Ampasavate, C. 2020, "Nanomaterial lipid-based carrier for non-invasive capsaicin delivery; manufacturing scale-up and
human irritation assessment", Molecules, vol. 25, no. 23.

• Anuchapreeda, S., Anzawa, R., Viriyaadhammaa, N., Neimkhum, W., Chaiyana, W., Okonogi, S. & Usuki, T. 2020, "Isolation and biological activity
of agrostophillinol from kaffir lime (Citrus hystrix) leaves", Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry letters, vol. 30, no. 14, pp. 127256.

• Anuchapreeda, S., Chueahongthong, F., Viriyaadhammaa, N., Panyajai, P., Anzawa, R., Tima, S., Ampasavate, C., Saiai, A., Rungrojsakul, M.,
Usuki, T. & Okonogi, S. 2020, "Antileukemic cell proliferation of active compounds from kaffir lime (Citrus hystrix) leaves", Molecules, vol. 25, no. 6.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dheerawan Boonyawan Education

Department of Physics and • B.S. (Physics), Chiang Mai University, 1982
Materials Science, Faculty of • M.S. (Physics), Chiang Mai University, 1991
Science • Ph.D. (Physics), Chiang Mai University, 2001
Office : 053942468
E-mail : [email protected] Certificate in

Founder of • Electron Beam Irradiation Technology 1991,
• Plasma Physics 1998,
• Radiation Engineering and Accelerator Technology

2006

Research Areas of Interest

• RONS fixation plasma in Nanoscience research
• Cold ATM Plasmas in Life science application
• Plasma Medicine, Dentistry & Veterinary
• Plasma devices to Innovation & Startup

Research Theme

Research Grants & Activities

• การใชพ้ ลาสมาเยน็ ความดนั บรรยากาศบาํ บดั แผลตดิ เชอ้ื ดอ้ื ยา งบประมาณ 3,280,000 บาท
ศูนยค์ ปล.ฟิสกิ ส์ สกอ. ปี 2560 - 2562

• การผลติ เครอ่ื ง Compact Air Plasma Jet ภายใตม้ าตรฐานการผลติ เคร่อื งมอื แพทย์ ISO 13485
สาํ หรบั ผปู้ ่ วยแผลเรอ้ื รงั งบประมาณ 7,348,000 บาท สบว. กระทรวงการอดุ มศกึ ษาฯ ปี 2563

• เครอื ขา่ ยการพฒั นางานวจิ ยั เชงิ ธุรกจิ ดา้ นนวตั กรรมพลาสมาสาํ หรบั การเกษตร อาหารและชวี ภาพ

(Agri-Food and Bio Plasma Innovation Research and Business Development Network)

งบประมาณ 2,366,000 บาท สภาวจิ ยั แหง่ ชาติ ปี 2563-2565

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 6603186827 & ORCID: 0000-0001-5129-2814

• Intanon, W., Vichiansan, N., Leksakul, K., Boonyawan, D., Kumla, J., Suwannarach, N. & Lumyong, S. 2021, "Inhibition of the aflatoxin-producing
fungus Aspergillus flavus by a plasma jet system", Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, vol. 45, no. 1.

• Leksakul, K., Vichiansan, N., Kaewkham, P., Hattaphasu, B. & Boonyawan, D. 2021, "Generating nitrate and nitrite on green oak lettuce in
hydroponic farming by plasma system", Applied Engineering in Agriculture, vol. 37, no. 1, pp. 105-112.

• Noppakun, M., Naruenartwongsakul, S., Seesuriyachan, P., Phimolsiripol, Y., Boonyawan, D. & Intipunya, P. 2021, "Effects of Plasma Treatment
on Cooking and Physical Qualities of Pigmented Thai Rice", Chiang Mai University Journal of Natural Sciences, vol. 20, no. 1, pp. 1-14.

• Pavasupree, S., Chanchula, N., Bootchanont, A., Wattanawikkam, C., Jitjing, P., Boonyawan, D. & Porjai, P. 2021, "Enhancement Propagation of
Protocorms in Orchid (Cymbidium tracyanum L. Castle) by Cold Atmospheric Pressure Air Plasma Jet", Plasma Chemistry and Plasma
Processing, vol. 41, no. 2, pp. 573-589.

• Saranrom, N., Sintiam, T., Panyathip, R., Hongsith, K., Sucharitakul, S., Ngamjarurojana, A., Boonyawan, D., Kumnorkaew, P., Kerdcharoen, T.
& Choopun, S. 2021, "Growth of Black TiO2 Quantum Dots by Solution-Based Electrochemical Process", Physica Status Solidi (A)
16 Applications and Materials Science, vol. 218, no. 1.

Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pisith Singjai Education

Department of Physics and Materials • B.S. (Physics), Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai,
Science, Faculty of Science Thailand, 1984
Office : SCB2612, (SCB2)
Chiang Mai University • M.S. (Physics), Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai,
E-mail : [email protected] Thailand, 1993

• Ph.D. (Materials Science and Engineering),
University of Surrey, UK, 2000

Research Areas of Interest

• Nano-Coating
• Stretchable Sensors
• Carbon Nanotubes

Nanoparticles Coating by Sparking Process

• Anti-reflective Coating
• Anti-soiling Coating
• Anti-fogging Coating
• Electrochromic Windows
• Self-cleaning Windows

Innovation in Healthcare • Tremor Detection in the Parkinson Patient
• Air Guitar for Neurological Rehabilitation
• Mirror Hand for Mirror Therapy in Stroke Survival
• Hand Exoskeleton for Patients with Plegic Hand

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 6603304549

• Hankhuntod, A., Thongpan, W., Pooseekheaw, P., Kantarak, E., Sroila, W., Panthawan, A., Kumpika, T., Singjai, P. & Thongsuwan, W. 2021, "External
electric and magnetic fields enhanced photocatalytic efficiency of TiO2 nanoparticulate films prepared by sparking process", Materials Letters, vol. 300.

• Kumpika, T., Ručman, S., Polin, S., Kantarak, E., Sroila, W., Thongsuwan, W., Panthawan, A., Sanmuangmoon, P., Jhuntama, N. & Singjai, P. 2021,
"Studies on the characteristics of nanostructures produced by sparking discharge process in the ambient atmosphere for air filtration
application", Crystals, vol. 11, no. 2.

• Siriariyachai, R., Hankhuntod, A., Kantarak, E., Sroila, W., Kumpika, T., Jantaratana, P., Singjai, P. & Thongsuwan, W. 2021, "Magnetic Phase Transition
without Heat Treatment of the as-Deposited Iron Oxide Nanoparticulate Films Prepared by Sparking Process under External Magnetic Fields", Integrated
Ferroelectrics, vol. 214, no. 1, pp. 115-122.

• Sroila, W., Panthawan, A., Jumrus, N., Thongpan, W., Kantarak, E., Kumpika, T., Singjai, P. & Thongsuwan, W. 2021, "Photoinduced current generation
and photocatalytic activity of TiO2-FE2O3nanoparticles coated mwcnts films prepared by sparking process", Surface Review and Letters, .

• Chuminjak, Y., Singjai, P., Tuantranont, A., Sriprachuabwong, C. & Wisitsoraat, A. 2020, "High-capacity charge storage electrodes based on nickel oxide
and nickel–cobalt double hydroxide nanocomposites on 3D nickel foam prepared by sparking and electrodeposition", Journal of Alloys and
Compounds, vol. 841.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Asst. Prof. Dr. Jantrawan Pumchusak Education
• B.S. (Chemistry), Chiang Mai University, 1988
Department of Industrial Chemistry, • M.S. (Chemistry), Chiang Mai University, 1990
Faculty of Science • Ph.D. (Polymer Science and Engineering),
Office : -
E-mail : [email protected] Lehigh University, USA, 2000

Research Areas of Interest
• Polymer Technology

Research Theme
• Polymer Nanocomposites
• Functional Polymer Composites
• Cure Behavior of Thermosetting

Polymers

Solid Polymer Electrolytes for Solid State Batteries
Solid polymer electrolytes have been developed from polymer nanocomposites for solid state batteries, both Li-ion
battery and metal-air batteries.

Brake for New Generation Automotive Vehicles

Polymer nanocomposites have been
developed for use as the environmentally
concern brake part for automotive
vehicles.

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 14029157700

• Pumchusak, J., Thajina, N., Keawsujai, W. & Chaiwan, P. 2021, "Effect of organo-modified montmorillonite nanoclay on mechanical,
thermo-mechanical, and thermal properties of carbon fiber-reinforced phenolic composites", Polymers, vol. 13, no. 5, pp. 1-12.

• Chaiwan, P., Kaewkittinarong, A. & Pumchusak, J. 2019, "Nonisothermal curing kinetics of solid resole by differential scanning
calorimetry", Thermochimica Acta, vol. 675, pp. 119-126.

• Pongsuk, P. & Pumchusak, J. 2019, "Effects of Halloysite Nanotubes on Ionic Conductivity, Morphology, Crystallinity and Mechanical
Properties of PEO-based Solid Polymer Electrolyte", Materials Today: Proceedings, pp. 1956.

• Pongsuk, P. & Pumchusak, J. 2019, Effects of natural clay on ionic conductivity, crystallinity and thermal properties of PEO-LiCF3SO3-
natural clay as solid polymer electrolyte nanocomposites.

• Chaiwan, P. & Pumchusak, J. 2018, The synergistic effects of multi-filler addition on the mechanical and thermo-mechanical properties
of phenolic resins.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chalermchai Pilapong Education

Department of Radiologic • B.Sc. (Chemistry), Naresuan University, 2006
Technology , Faculty of Associated • Ph.D. (Chemistry), Chiang Mai University, 2011
Medical Science • Research assistant at School of Chemistry and the
Office : -
E-mail : [email protected] Astbury Centre for Structural Molecular Biology, University
of Leeds, United Kingdom, 2011
• Research fellow, Institute for Advanced Biosciences,
France, 2015

Research Areas of Interest

Our research interest is molecular imaging. We dedicate
to the understanding of important biological processes at the
levels of atom, molecules, cells and organisms and try to
visualize such processes using bio imaging and medical
imaging techniques and also control such processes using
radiation, light and chemical tools

• UNDERSTANDING BIOCHEMICAL PATHWAYS AND MOLECULAR EVENTS
- Carcinogenesis, Cancer biology, Cancer immunity
- Aging processes, Neuronal function and Neurodegenerative disease
- Cellular regeneration

• IMAGING BIOCHEMICAL PATHWAYS AND MOLECULAR EVENTS
- Synthesis of MI agent for MRI, FI, US
- Imaging cancers, cancer stem cell, cancer metastasis and tumor environment
- Imaging stem cell aging, brain aging

Healthy

Pre-neoplasia

• CONTROLLING BIOCHEMICAL PATHWAYS AND MOLECULAR EVENTS
- Controlling life using radiation, light, and chemical tools
- Autophagy, apoptosis and ferroptosis
- Reprogramming cells, biochemical reactivities
and microenvironment

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 26325835900

• Phiwchai I, Thongtem T, Thongtem S, Pilapong C*. Liver Cancer Cells Uptake Labile Iron via L-type Calcium Channel to Facilitate the

Cancer Cell Proliferation. Cell Biochemistry and Biophysics. 2021;79(1):133-9.

• Pilapong C*, Phatruengdet T, Krungchanuchat S. Autophagic stress; A new cellular response to nanoparticles. Could it be a new strategy

for inhibition of liver cancer cell invasion and metastasis? Nanoscale. 2020;12(11):6556-61.

• Phatruengdet T, Intakhad J, Tapunya M, Chariyakornkul A, Hlaing CB, Wongpoomchai R, Pilapong C*. MRI contrast enhancement of liver

pre-neoplasia using iron-tannic nanoparticles. RSC Advances. 2020;10(58):35419-25.

• Phiwchai I, Chariyarangsitham W, Phatruengdet T, Pilapong C*. Ferric-Tannic Nanoparticles Increase Neuronal Cellular Clearance. ACS

Chemical Neuroscience. 2019;10(9):4136-44.

• Phiwchai I, Yuensook W, Sawaengsiriphon N, Krungchanuchat S, Pilapong C*. Tannic acid (TA): A molecular tool for chelating and imaging

labile iron. European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2018;114:64-73.

• Pilapong C*, Siriwongnanon S, Keereeta Y. Development of targeted multimodal imaging agent in ionizing radiation-free approach for

visualizing hepatocellular carcinoma cells. Sensors and Actuators, B: Chemical. 2017;245:683-94. 19

Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Natda Wetchakun Education

Department of Physics and • PhD in Materials Science (Chiang Mai University,
Materials Science, Faculty of Thailand)
Science
• MSc in Materials Science (Chiang Mai University,
Office : PB2-116, Physics Thailand)
Building 2
E-mail : [email protected] • BSc in Physics (Ubon Ratchathani University,
Thailand)

Research Areas of Interest

• Development of novel semiconductors for water
treatment

• Photoelectrochemical water splitting
• Oil/water separation

Development of novel semiconductors for wastewater treatment

Heterogeneous photocatalysis Oil/water separation
process
• Oil/water separation can resolve the
• Semiconductor photocatalysts problem of industrial oily wastewater and
have been modified for other oil/water pollution.
utilizing in environmental
remediation. • The method includes the functionalization
of meshes and sponge, using candle
• The development of efficient soot/SiO2 and SiO2/MnFe2O4 for surface
visible-light-driven modification.
photocatalysts with high
activity has attracted
considerable interest due to
using of sun light as green
energy source.

Development of novel semiconductors, for photoelectrochemical energy conversion

• Converting and storing solar energy into chemical
energy through photoelectrochemical (PEC) water
splitting is a promising approach to mitigate global
energy and environmental problems.

• The process utilizes semiconductor photoelectrodes
to absorb sunlight and generate photo-excited
electrons and holes, which drive the water oxidation
or reduction reactions on their surfaces to form
oxygen and hydrogen, respectively.

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 15726502500

• Longchin L, Sakulsermsuk S, Wetchakun K, Kidkhunthod P, Wetchakun N, “Roles of Mo dopant in Bi2WO6 for enhancing photocatalytic
activities”, Dalton Trans 2021, 50; 12619.

• Sriwichai S, Irani R, Xi F, Friedrich D, Höhn C, Ahmet IY, Wetchakun N, Abdi FF, “Role of Gd in Enhancing the Charge Carrier Mobility

• of Spray-Deposited BiVO4 Photoanodes”, Sol RRL 2021; 2100268. R, “Hybrid photoanode for visible light-driven water oxidation: The
Longchin P, Mitoraj D, Reyes OM, Adler C, Wetchakun N, Beranek

beneficial and detrimental effects of nickel oxide cocatalyst”, J Phys Energy 2020, 2(4); 044001.
• Wetchakun K, Wetchakun N, Sakulsermsuk S, "An overview of solar/visible light-driven heterogeneous photocatalysis for water
purification: TiO2- and ZnO-based photocatalysts used in suspension photoreactors", J Ind Eng Chem 2019, 71; 19-49.
• Lamdab U., Wetchakun K., Kangwansupamonkon W, Wetchakun N. 2018, "Effect of a pH-controlled co-precipitation process on
20 rhodamine B adsorption of MnFe2O4 nanoparticles", RSC Adv 2018, 8; 6709-6718.

Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Asst. Prof. Dr. Chaiyasit Banjongprasert Education

Department of Physics and Materials • B.E.(Metallurgical Engineering), Chulalongkorn
Science, Faculty of Science University, 2002
Office : PB2-119, Physics Building 2
E-mail : [email protected] • M.Met. (Advanced Metallurey), University of
Sheffield, UK, 2005

• Certificate of Nanotechnology Training
The ASME Nanotechnology Institute and
Institution of Mechanical Engineer, USA, 2008

• D.Phil. (Materials), University of Oxford, UK, 2010

Research Areas of Interest
• Metallurgy
• Advanced Metal Processing
• Characterization of Metals and Alloys by

Electron Back Scattered Diffraction (EBSD)

Development of Ultrafine-grained Alloys

• Equal Channel Angular pressing has been
applied to achieve bulk ultrafine-grained alloys.

• Ultrafine-grained alloys improved both
mechanical and electrochemical activities of
aluminum alloys.

• The research has been supported by Thailand
Science Research and Innovation and Program
Management Unit for Human Resources &
Institutional Development Research and
Innovation.

Thermal Spray Coatings

• Thermal spraying is a process to provide thick-
film coatings for wear and corrosion protection
for structural materials.

• Thermal sprayed metal matrix composites
reinforced by carbon nanotubes.

• Enhanced performances of thermal spray
coatings by post treatments.

• The research has been funded by National
Research Council of Thailand and Advance
Surface Technology co., ltd.

SEM micrograph of the fracture surface of NiCr/CVDCNTs composite coating.

Related Patents

1. Banjongprasert C and Domrong C, Metallic Die for Severe Plastic Deformation: Top to Bottom Assembly, Application No. 1501004568.
2. Banjongprasert C and Domrong C, Metalllic Die for Severe Plastic Deformation: Side by Side Assembly using Guiding Pins, Application

No. 1501004569.
3. Banjongprasert C, Linjee S, Moonngam S, Khamnantha P, Alloy Manufacturing to Enhance Electrochemical Properties, Application No. 2001001598.

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 23468381800

• Daram, P. & Banjongprasert, C. 2020, "The influence of post treatments on the microstructure and corrosion behavior of thermally sprayed NiCrMoAl alloy
coating", Surface and Coatings Technology, vol. 384.

• Daram, P., Munroe, P.R. & Banjongprasert, C. 2020, "Microstructural evolution and nanoindentation of NiCrMoAl alloy coating deposited by arc spraying",
Surface and Coatings Technology, vol. 391.

• Moonngam, S., Wangjina, P., Viyanit, E., Palsson, N.S. & Banjongprasert, C. 2020, "Oxide inclusions in austenitic/lean duplex stainless steels joined by
flux-cored arc welding", Chiang Mai Journal of Science, vol. 47, no. 2 Special Issue, pp. 329-342.

• Uttarasak, K., Chongchitnan, W., Matsuda, K., Kajornchaiyakul, J. & Banjongprasert, C. 2020, "Ex-situ EBSD study on the abnormal grain growth in 6063
aluminum billet", Chiang Mai Journal of Science, vol. 47, no. 2 Special Issue, pp. 242-258.

• Uttarasak, K., Chongchitnan, W., Matsuda, K., Chairuangsri, T., Kajornchaiyakul, J. & Banjongprasert, C. 2019, "Evolution of Fe-containing intermetallic
phases and abnormal grain growth in 6063 aluminum alloy during homogenization", Results in Physics, vol. 15,102535

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Supab Choopun Education

Department of Physics and Materials 2001 Ph.D. (Chemical Physics) University of
Science, Faculty of Science, Maryland , U.S.A.
Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai,
50200 Thailand 1995 M.Sc. (Inorganic and Physical Chemistry)
OFFICE: PB1-224 LAB : PB1-219 Osaka University , Japan
Tel: +66-53-943367
Fax: +66-53-9434445 1991 B.Sc. (Physics) Chiang Mai University,
Mobile phone: +66 (0)819512669 Thailand
E-mail: [email protected]
E-mail : [email protected] Research Areas of Interest

• Nanotechnology, Thin film technology, Wide
bandgap semiconductor, Solar cell, IOT

Laboratory Overview Perovskite Solar Cell & Quantum Dot
Our main research is focused on
development of perovskite solar https://www.energy.gov/eere/solar/perovskite-solar-cells
cell by using low-dimensional
materials. The low-dimensional Structure and Principle of perovskite solar cell
materials include Quantum Dots
(0D), nanoparticles (0D), nanowire Our research
(1D), nanosheet (2D) etc., and can
be prepared by various techniques TiO2 QDs Schematic diagram of QDs prepared
such as electrochemical process, by electrochemical process
spin coating and sputtering.

Related Projects

• Perovskite Solar cell (PSC)
• Synthesis of Quantum Dots (QDs)
• Gas Sensor

JV curve
Efficiency 15.11%

[1] Yarangsi, V., et al., J. Phys. D J PHYS D APPL PHYS(2020)

[2] Saranrom, N., et al. pss (a) (2021)

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 6701740305

• Saranrom, N., Sintiam, T., Panyathip, R., Hongsith, K., Sucharitakul, S., Ngamjarurojana, A., Boonyawan, D., Kumnorkaew, P., Kerdcharoen, T. &
Choopun, S. 2021, "Growth of Black TiO2 Quantum Dots by Solution-Based Electrochemical Process", Physica Status Solidi (A) Applications
and Materials Science, vol. 218, no. 1.

• Wongrat, E., Nuengnit, T., Panyathip, R., Chanlek, N., Hongsith, N. & Choopun, S. 2021, "Highly selective room temperature ammonia sensors
based on ZnO nanostructures decorated with graphene quantum dots (GQDs)", Sensors and Actuators, B: Chemical, vol. 326.

• Wongrerkdee, S., Moungsrijun, S., Pimpang, P., Hongsith, K. & Choopun, S. 2021, "Linking bridge improvement of ZnO/N719 interfaces via
ammonia treatment for efficiency enhancement of dye-sensitized solar cell", Surfaces and Interfaces, vol. 23.

• Yarangsi, V., Hongsith, K., Sucharitakul, S., Ngamjarurojana, A., Tuantranont, A., Kumnorkaew, P., Zhao, Y., Phadungdhitidhada, S. & Choopun,
S. 2020, "Interface modification of SnO2 layer using P–N junction double layer for efficiency enhancement of perovskite solar cell", Journal of
Physics D: Applied Physics, vol. 53, no. 50.

• Bhoomanee, C., Ruankham, P., Choopun, S. & Wongratanaphisan, D. 2019, "Diffusion-induced doping effects of Ga in ZnO/Ga/ZnO and
AZO/Ga/AZO multilayer thin films", Applied Surface Science, vol. 474, pp. 127-134.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Asst. Prof. Dr. Apinon Nuntiya Education

Department of Industrial Chemistry, • B.S. (Chemistry) Chiang Mai University, 1988
Faculty of Science • M.S. (Ceramic Processing), University of Leeds,
Office : 053943401
E-mail : [email protected] United Kingdom, 1996
• Ph.D. (Material Science), University of Leeds,

United Kingdom, 2000)

Research Areas of Interest

• Ceramic Processing
• Powder Synthesis and Waste Utilization
• Surface science and Powder Applications

Developments in Ceramic-materials Processing Utilization of Sugar Industry Wastes in Agriculture
• New pathway for hydrogen production with high
• Developments and applications of hydrophilic ceramic glaze
surfaces for tile industry. concentration hydrogen from sugarcane bagasse and
sugarcane leaves, which are the major agricultural
• Self-cleaning coatings are biomass in Thailand and cause of environmental
advanced materials for the problem.
removal of pollutants and
microorganisms by combining H2 gas
wettability, photocatalytic
degradation, and antimicrobial • Production of high concentration hydrogen gas (97
activity. Research propose a
rational design of self-cleaning %mol) from sugarcane bagasse and sugarcane leaf by
films based on TiO2 glazed
ceramic tiles for building’s
indoor applications.

mechanochemical treatment followed with gasification

method. Kumproa K. & Nuntiya A., Chiang Mai J. Sci.(2015)

Preparation of Nanosilica and Silica Aerogel by Sol-Gel Technique from Biomass Ash

• Silica nanoparticles (SNPs) from sugarcane • The rapid development of sol-gel techniques has led to

bagasse ash were modified by organosilanes fast progress in the deliberate synthesis of silica aerogel.

using sol-gel techniques.

• Desired surface chemistry and texture growth

for superhydrophobicity developed under

coating process.

• This method could be effective for fabricating

self-cleaning superhydrophobic surfaces and

has promising applications.

• Lightweight and thermal insulative concrete which
produced from aerogel-concrete composite, has applied
in buildings for energy efficiency.

Panyo, C., et al, Chiang Mai J. Sci.(2020)

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 27267786100

• Dechboon, N., Nuntiya, A., Saelee, C. & Thiansem, S. 2020, Influence of lithium oxide on the characteristics and mechanical
property in willemite crystal glazes.

• Panyo, C., Nuntiya, A. & Wannagon, A. 2020, "Surface modification of nanosilica from sugarcane bagasse waste ash using
methyltrichlorosilane (MTCS), triethoxymethylsilane (TEMS) and triethoxyvinylsilane (TEVS) to produce a hydrophobic surface on
glass substrate", Chiang Mai Journal of Science, vol. 47, no. 1, pp. 207-216.

• Kumproa, K. & Nuntiya, A. 2015, "Production of high concentration hydrogen gas from sugarcane bagasse and sugarcane leaf by
mechanochemical treatment followed with gasification method", Chiang Mai Journal of Science, vol. 42, no. 2, pp. 443-455.

• Silakate, S., Wannagon, A. & Nuntiya, A. 2015, "Influence of ferric oxide on the crystallization of Li-Zn ferrite anorthite and hematite
phases at low temperature ceramic glaze", Journal of the European Ceramic Society, vol. 35, no. 7, pp. 2183-2188.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Anucha Watcharapasorn Education

Department of Physics and Materials • B.S. (Materials and Engineering), Northwestern
Science, Faculty of Science University, USA, 1995
Advanced Electronic Materials
Laboratory • M.S. (Materials and Engineering),Stanford
Office : SCB2601, SCB2 Building University, USA, 1997
E-mail : [email protected]
• Ph.D. (Materials and Engineering), Stanford
University, USA , 2003

Research Areas of Interest

• Thermoelectric oxide compounds for energy
conversion

• Ferroelectric and piezoelectric compounds
• Electrical and thermal transport properties
• X-ray crystallography and crystal growth

Investigation of piezoelectric, ferroelectric and dielectric
compounds

• Improvement in piezoelectric properties of lead-free • We have embedded some lead magnesium niobate

compounds, e.g. bismuth sodium potassium titanate (BNKT), titanate (PMNT) single crystals inside the barium calcium

bismuth sodium potassium titanate lithium niobate (BNKT-LN) titanate ceramic matrix for properties enhancement

Investigation of layered thermoelectric oxide compounds Figure of merit of layered thermoelectric oxides
• Development of layered thermoelectric oxides (i.e. NCO, CCO, RE-
0.8 YBCO or Y-123
123) based on screen-printed film, segmented structure, doping or 0.7 (Y0.8Pr0.2)BCO
substitution for thermoelectric applications 0.6 (Y0.5Pr0.5)BCO
• Crystal structure refinement using GSAS-II, MAUD, PowderCell 0.5 (Y0.3Pr0.7)BCO
0.4 PrBCO or Pr-123
REBa2Cu3O7-δ (RE-123) 0.3 YBCO or Y-123
Crystal structure 0.2 NayCoO2
Segmented thermoelectrics0.1 Ca3Co4O9
0.0 YBCO-NayCoO2
ZT YBCO-Ca3Co4O9
200 DyBCO or Dy-123
0.99DyBCO-0.01BNT
0.97DyBCO-0.03BNT
0.95DyBCO-0.05BNT
0.93DyBCO-0.07BNT
Na0.6CoO2
0.99Na0.6CoO2-0.01BNT
0.97Na0.6CoO2-0.03BNT
0.95Na0.6CoO2-0.05BNT
0.93Na0.6CoO2-0.07BNT

400 600 800 1000

Temperature (K)

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 13805917200
• Prayoonphokkharat, P., Amonpattaratkit, P., Kosuga, A. and Watcharapasorn, A., “Thermoelectric Properties of Pr-

substituted YBCO Ceramics”, J. ALLOY COMPD. 871, 159552 (2021).
• Boonsong, P., Wannasut, P., Sriprachuabwong, C., Tuantranont, A. and Watcharapasorn, A., “Synthesis and

characterization of SmBa2Cu3Oy powder prepared by solid-state reaction”, Sci. Adv. Mater. 12, 180-185 (2020).
• Wannasut, P., Jaiban, P., Keawprak, N. and Watcharapasorn, A., “Thermoelectric properties of YBa2Cu3O7-x-Ca3Co4O9

segmented oxide ceramic”, J. ELECTRON. MATER. 48(6): 3514-3518 (2019).
• Wannasut, P., Prayoonphokkharat, P., Jaiban, P., Keawprak, N., Watcharapasorn, A., “Thermoelectric properties of

YBa2Cu3O7-x-NayCoO2 segmented oxide ceramics”, Mater. Lett. 236, 378-382 (2019).
• Jaimeewong, P., Liu, Z., Wang, X., Jiansirisomboon, S., Ye, Z.-G., Watcharapasorn, A., “Microstructural design and

properties of PMNT crystal-embedded barium calcium zirconate titanate ceramics”, Ceram. Int. 43, S193-S197 (2017).

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Patnarin Worajittiphon Education

Department of Chemistry, Faculty • B.S. (Physics, 1st class honors), Silpakorn University
of Science • M.S. (Materials Science), Chiang Mai University
Office : CB1212, Chemistry • Ph.D. (Nanoscience and Nanotechnology),

Building 1 University of Surrey, UK
E-mail : [email protected],
Research Areas of Interest
[email protected]
• Polymer nanocomposites
• Biodegradable polymers
• Nanofibers and membranes of polymers and

polymer nanocomposites
• Low-dimensional nanomaterials as additives

for polymers

Fibrous membrane of polymer nanocomposites Polymer nanocomposite films

• Poly(lactic acid) nanocomposite • Nanocomposite membranes • Films based on poly(lactic acid) with
properties improved by layered graphite
membranes for oil-water separation of polyacrylonitrile/poly(vinyl

choride) for nanoparticle

filtration Morphology of
PLA/PBAT blend

Membrane Delaminated
graphite

Fiber reinforced by Particles filtered Mechanical property
carbon nanotubes by membrane of the polymer blend

Oil adsorption and separation improved by the
delaminated graphite
Krasian, T., et al., Chem. Eng. J. (2019)
Before and after Komrapit, N., et al., J. Appl. Polym. Sci. (2018)
• Poly(lactic acid) blend and filtration
nanocomposite as drug carrier
membranes Namsaeng, J., et al., Chem. Eng. Sci. (2019)

• Membranes of poly(vinyl • Nanocomposite films of PLA/PBAT blend
alcohol)/functionalized with graphene (PGC) and clay (PCC) for
graphene for dye adsorption packaging application

Fiber Clay
Graphene
Physical
appearance

Beaded fibers Graphene

Solubility map used for Fibrous adsorbent
optimizing preparation
condition of membranes Adsorption
kinetics

Antibiotic-carrier Water vapor permeability Antimicrobial
membranes property

Fine fibers

Khatsee, S., et al., J. Appl. Polyms Sci. (2018) Chailek, N., et al., J. Appl. Polym. Sci. (2018) Girdthep, S., et al., Compos. Sci. Technol. (2015)

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 35782374400

• Krasian, T., Punyodom, W. & Worajittiphon, P. 2019, "A hybrid of 2D materials (MoS2 and WS2) as an effective performance enhancer for
poly(lactic acid) fibrous mats in oil adsorption and oil/water separation", Chemical Engineering Journal, vol. 369, pp. 563-575.

• Namsaeng, J., Punyodom, W. & Worajittiphon, P. 2019, "Synergistic effect of welding electrospun fibers and MWCNT reinforcement on strength
enhancement of PAN–PVC non-woven mats for water filtration", Chemical Engineering Science, vol. 193, pp. 230-242.

• Chailek, N., Daranarong, D., Punyodom, W., Molloy, R. & Worajittiphon, P. 2018, "Crosslinking assisted fabrication of ultrafine poly(vinyl
alcohol)/functionalized graphene electrospun nanofibers for crystal violet adsorption", Journal of Applied Polymer Science, vol. 135, no. 22.

• Girdthep, S., Sankong, W., Pongmalee, A., Saelee, T., Punyodom, W., Meepowpan, P. & Worajittiphon, P. 2017, “Enhanced crystallization,
thermal properties, and hydrolysis resistance of poly(L-lactic acid) and its stereocomplex by incorporation of graphene nanoplatelets”, Polymer

Testing, vol. 61, pp. 229-239.
• Girdthep, S., Komrapit, N., Molloy, R., Lumyong, S., Punyodom, W. & Worajittiphon, P. 2015, “Effect of plate-like particles on properties of

poly(lactic acid)/poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) blend: A comparative study between modified montmorillonite and graphene nanoplatelets”,

Composites Science and Technology, vol. 119, pp. 115-123. 25

Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Asst. Prof. Dr. Panchika Prangkio Education

Department of Chemistry, • B.S.E. (Biomedical Engineering), Duke University,
Faculty of Science Durham, USA
Office : CB1212, Chemistry
Building 1 • M.S. (Biomedical Engineering), University of
E-mail : [email protected] Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA

• Ph.D. (Biomedical Engineering), University of
Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA

Research Areas of Interest

• Targeted drug delivery systems
• Protein-lipid interactions in biological membranes
• Antimicrobial peptides and their anticancer

properties
• Biocompatibility assessment of biomaterials

Immunoliposome drug delivery targeting CD4+ T cells for treatment of immune related diseases

• Liposomes functionalized with CD4 antibody were employed to improve delivery
of therapeutic drugs targeting CD4+ T cells, which is main target for HIV latency.

• Drugs could be delivered specifically to target cells and reactivate cells which can
be detected by GFP fluorescence. The infected cells could be eradicated by
immune system or the antiviral drugs.

Bio-based materials targeting cancer cells Jaimalai, T., et al, J. Pharm. Sci. (2020)

• Developing strategy for effective delivery system Cationic antimicrobial
targeting cancer cells using bio-based materials to peptides
mimic biological systems

• Cationic antimicrobial peptides
(e.g. protein toxin, bacteriocin) can be conjugated with
bio-based nanoparticles to specifically target negatively
charged cancer cells.

• Silk-fibroin coated liposomes as biomimetic nanocarrier
for sustained drug release

Prangkio, P. et al, Protein and Pept. Lett. (2020)

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 35389657900
• Nasompag, S.; Siritongsuk, P.; Thammawithan, S.; Srichaiyapol, O.; Prangkio, P.; Camesano, T.A.; Sinthuvanich, C.;

Patramanon, R. “AFM Study of Nanoscale Membrane Perturbation Induced by Antimicrobial Lipopeptide
C14 KYR” Membranes, 11, 495 (2021)
• Jaimalai, T., Meeroekyai, S., Suree, N., Prangkio, P. “Drug Delivery System Targeting CD4+ T Cells for HIV-1 Latency
Reactivation Towards the Viral Eradication” J. Pharm. Sci, 109(10): 3013-3020 (2020)
• Raksanoh, V., Prangkio, P., Imtong, C., Thamwiriyasati, N., Suvarnapunya, K., Shank, L., Angsuthanasombat, C.
“Structural requirement of the hydrophobic region of the Bordetella pertussis CyaA-hemolysin for functional association
with CyaC-acyltransferase in toxin acylation” Biophys. Res. Commun, 485:720-724 (2018)
• Prangkio, P., Juntapremjit, S., Koehler, M., Hinterdorfer, P., Angsuthanasombat, C. “Contributions of the hydrophobic
helix 2 of the Bordetella pertussis CyaA-hemolysin to membrane permeabilization” Protein and Pept. Lett. 25(3): 236-

26 243 (2018)

Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Surin Saipanya Education
• B. S. (Chemistry), Chiang Mai University, 2004
Department of Chemistry, Faculty of • M. S. (Chemistry), Chiang Mai University, 2006
Science • Ph.D. (Physical Chemistry), Cardiff University, UK,
Office : CB2228
Tel. 0839488870 2008
E-mail :[email protected]
Research Areas of Interest
Laboratory of Vantage Electromaterials • Catalysis
• Electrochemical measurements
• Surface analysis
• Electromaterials

Research Theme

Research Theme

 Preparation of materials (Pt, Pd, Au, Ru on various carbons)with large surface area, improved electronic transport
properties and highly structured stability

 Understanding materials at a fundamental level with more reliable and low-cost technologies is also our target.

 Strategies will be developed to ease the degradation of the materials and ensure the long-term stability of these
materials in electrochemical applications.

 Greater innovation and research lead to widespread deployment of these materials for applications mainly in sensor and
energy.

Research Grants

Centre of Excellence in Materials Science and Technology (CoE), the Center of Excellence for Innovation in Chemistry (PERCH-CIC),
Program Management Unit for Human Resources & Institutional Development, Research and Innovation, Office of National Higher
Education Science Research and Innovation Policy Council (NXPO) [Grant Number B16F640001] and Chiang Mai University.

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 23095433200

• Maturost, S., Themsirimongkon, S., Waenkaew, P., Promsawan, N., Jakmunee, J. & Saipanya, S. 2021, "The effect of CuO on a Pt−Based
catalyst for oxidation in a low-temperature fuel cell", International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, vol. 46, no. 8, pp. 5999-6013.

• Pongpichayakul, N., Themsirimongkon, S., Maturost, S., Wangkawong, K., Fang, L., Inceesungvorn, B., Waenkaew, P. & Saipanya, S. 2021,
"Cerium oxide-modified surfaces of several carbons as supports for a platinum-based anode electrode for methanol electro-
oxidation", International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, vol. 46, no. 3, pp. 2905-2916.

• Pongpichayakul, N., Wangkawong, K., Waenkaew, P., Fang, L., Inceesungvorn, B., Jakmunee, J. & Saipanya, S. 2021, "Pt electrodeposited on
CeZrO4/MCNT as a new alternative catalyst for enhancement of ethanol oxidation", International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, .

• Hubkowska, K., Themsirimongkon, S., Saipanya, S., Łukaszewski, M. & Czerwiński, A. 2020, "The Modification of Electrochemical Properties of Pd
by its Alloying with Ru, Rh, and Pt: the Study of Ternary Systems", Electrocatalysis, vol. 11, no. 2, pp. 247-257.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Asst. Prof. Dr. Kittisak Jantanasakulwong Education
• B.S. (Packaging Technology) Chiang Mai
School of Agro-Industry, Faculty of
Agro-Industry University, 2003
Office : - • M.S. (Packaging Technology) Kasetsart University,
E-mail : [email protected]
2008
• D.Eng. (Organic and Polymeric Materials) Tokyo

Institute of Technology, Tokyo, Japan, 2013
• M.Eng. (Organic and Polymeric Materials) Tokyo

Institute of Technology, Tokyo, Japan, 2010

Research Areas of Interest

• Polymer blend
• Polymer physic
• Packaging technology
• Biopolymers
• Rubber technology

Reactive polymers and biopolymers blending

• Development of biopolymers (PLA, PBS, PBAT, PCL, PVOH) blend with
natural biopolymers using reactive blending with an additive and a
compatibilizer.

• Observe morphology, mechanical properties, thermal properties,
antimicrobial properties and reaction mechanism of novel thermoplastic
starch, natural biopolymers and natural rubber for food, agriculture, and
medical application.

0 month 1 month 2 months 3 months

Reaction mechanism of biopolymers blend

• Interfacial reaction mechanism is used to improve
properties of new biopolymer material

Silver prize Geneva 2019, Switzerland

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 45661175300

• Rachtanapun P., Kodsangma A., Homsaard N., Nadon S., Jantrawut P., Ruksiriwanich W., Seesuriyachan P., Leksawasdi N., Phimolsiripol Y., Chaiyaso T.,
Phongthai S., Sommano S.R., Techapun C., Ougizawa T., Kittikorn T., Wangtueai S., Regenstein J.M., Jantanasakulwong K. 2021, "Thermoplastic mung bean
starch/natural rubber/sericin blends for improved oil resistance. ", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, vol. 188 pp. 283-289.

• Kiatiporntipthak K., Thajai N., Kanthiya T., Rachtanapun P., Leksawasdi N., Phimolsiripol Y., Rohindra D., Ruksiriwanich W., Sommano S.R., Jantanasakulwong K.*
2021, " Reaction mechanism and mechanical property improvement of poly(lactic acid) reactive blending with epoxy resin. ", Polymers, vol. 13, no.15, pp. 2429.

• Homsaard N., Kodsangma A., Jantrawut P., Rachtanapun P., Leksawasdi N., Phimolsiripol Y., Seesuriyachan P., Chaiyaso T., Sommano S.R., Rohindra D.,
Jantanasakulwong K.* 2020. “Efficacy of cassava starch blending with gelling agents and palm oil coating in improving egg shelf life.” International Journal of
Food Science & Technology, vol. 56 vol. 8, pp. 3655-3661.

• Kodsangma A., Homsaard N., Nadon S., Rachtanapun P., Leksawasdi N., Phimolsiripol Y., Insomphun C., Seesuriyachan P., Chaiyaso T., Jantrawut P., Inmutto N.,
Ougizawa T., Jantanasakulwong K.* 2020. “Effect of sodium benzoate and chlorhexidine gluconate on a bio-thermoplastic elastomer made from thermoplastic
starch-chitosan blended with epoxidized natural rubber.” Carbohydrate Polymers, vol. 242, pp. 116421.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Apichart Limpichaipanit Education

Department of Physics and • B.Sc. (Materials Science and Engineering)
Materials Science, Faculty of University of Manchester Institute of Science and
Science Technology (UMIST), United Kingdom, 2004
Office : PB2-120
E-mail : [email protected] • D.Phil. (Materials) University of Oxford, United
Kingdom , 2009

Research Areas of Interest

• Processing and characterization of ceramic
matrix composites

• Electro-ceramics and applications
• Advanced ceramics and glasses
• Stress-strain measurement by optical

techniques

Electro-ceramics and advanced ceramics

• Fabrication of lead and non-lead electroceramics and investigation
of electrical properties (dielectric, piezoelectric, ferroelectric and
electric field induced strain)

• Improvement of mechanical properties of alumina-based advanced
ceramics (an increase of wear resistance and fracture toughness
to compensate brittle nature of ceramics)

Limpichaipanit, A. & Tunkasiri, T., Adv. Appl. Ceram. (2016) Limpichaipanit, A., et al., Ceram. Int. (2020)

Optical techniques and glasses Dutchaneephet, J., et al., Mater. Lett. (2018)
• Measurement of stress and strain by polarization (photoelasticity)

to understand elastic deformation in engineering materials
• Optical glasses with high refractive index and the other tailored

properties (e.g. photocatalysis and luminescence)

Manjit, Y., et al., Optik (2021)

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 23991083300

• Manjit, Y., Limpichaipanit, A. & Ngamjarurojana, A. 2021, "Mechanical analysis of square shaped PMMA using reflection
photoelasticity", Optik, vol. 240, art no. 166943.

• Limpichaipanit, A., Funsueb, N., Somwan, S., Ngamjarurojana, A. & Tunkasiri, T. 2020, "Electrocaloric properties of Bi and Cu doped
PLZT 9/65/35 ceramics at low electric field", Ceramics International, vol. 46, no. 4, pp. 5252-5261.

• Limpichaipanit, A., Tunkasiri, T. & Ngamjarurojana, A. 2019, “Optical and photocatalytic properties of bismuth vanadate doped bismuth
silicate glasses”, Optik, vol. 182, pp. 496-499.

• Limpichaipanit, A., Somwan, S. & Ngamjarurojana A. 2018, “Dielectric properties of PFN–PZT composites: from relaxor to ferroelectric
behavior”, Ceramics International, vol. 44, no. 11, pp. 14797-14802.

• Funsueb, N., Ngamjarurojana, A., Tunkasiri, T. & Limpichaipanit, A. 2018, “Effect of composition and grain size on dielectric,
ferroelectric and induced strain behavior of PLZT/ZrO2 composites”, Ceramics International, vol. 44, no. 6, pp. 6343-6353.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Asst. Prof. Dr. Pipat Ruankham Education
• B.S. (Physics, 1st class honors), Chiang Mai
Department of Physics and
Materials Science, Faculty of University, 2007
Science • M.S. (Energy Science) Kyoto University, Japan,
Office : Solar Cell Research
Laboratory (SCRL) PB2-304 2011
E-mail : [email protected] • Ph.D. (Energy Science) Kyoto University, Japan,

2014

Research Areas of Interest

• Metal oxide nanostructures and their
optoelectronic properties

• Perovskite solar cells and hybrid organic-
inorganic solar cells

• Scalable solution processes for large-scale
photovoltaic devices.

Metal oxide nanoparticles as electron transporting materials for perovskite solar cells
Materials Techniques

8-10 nm 10-20 nm 5-20 nm

Slot-die head

Hotplate Spin-coater

ZnO nanoparticles SnO2 nanoparticles Zn2SnO4 nanoparticles Homemade slot-die Spin coater with

coater Automated dropping
machine
• Hydrothermal method is used to synthesize metal oxide (ZnO, SnO2, Zn2SnO4) nanoparticles
• Size-controllable nanoparticles are achieved and employed as electron transporting materials in perovskite solar cells

• Thin films of metal oxide nanoparticles can be simply produced by using solution-processable techniques (spin-coating, slot-die coating,

spray-coating, etc.)

Efficient perovskite solar cells enabled by vacuum-free processes

Carbon 1 cm2 active area
SpiroOMeTAD

Power conversion CsFA
efficiency of > 14% ZnO

FTO

500 nm

500 nm • The development of low-cost, vacuum-free,
and scalable solution processes enabled
Cs0.17FA0.83Pb(I0.83Br0.17)3 simple methods for device fabrication .
or CsFA perovskite
as photo-absorber • Perovskite solar cells based on metal oxide
nanoparticles achieved power conversion
efficiency of higher than 13%

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 36722308100

• Bhoomanee, C., Sanglao, J., Kumnorkaew, P., Wang, T., Lohawet, K., Ruankham, P., Gardchareon, A. & Wongratanaphisan, D. 2021, "Hydrothermally
Treated TiO2 Nanorods as Electron Transport Layer in Planar Perovskite Solar Cells", Physica Status Solidi (A) Applications and Materials Science, vol.

218, no. 1.
• Passatorntaschakorn, W., Bhoomanee, C., Ruankham, P., Gardchareon, A., Songsiriritthigul, P. & Wongratanaphisan, D. 2021, "Room-temperature carbon

electrodes with ethanol solvent interlacing process for efficient and stable planar hybrid perovskite solar cells", Energy Reports, vol. 7, pp. 2493-2500.
• Ponchai, J., Srathongsian, L., Amratisha, K., Boonthum, C., Sahasithiwat, S., Ruankham, P. & Kanjanaboos, P. 2021, "Modified colored semi-transparent

perovskite solar cells with enhanced stability", Journal of Alloys and Compounds, vol. 875.
• Amratisha, K., Ponchai, J., Kaewurai, P., Pansa-ngat, P., Pinsuwan, K., Kumnorkaew, P., Ruankham, P. & Kanjanaboos, P. 2020, "Layer-by-layer spray

coating of a stacked perovskite absorber for perovskite solar cells with better performance and stability under a humid environment", Optical Materials

Express, vol. 10, no. 7, pp. 1497-1508.
• Chimupala, Y., Phromma, C., Yimklan, S., Semakul, N. & Ruankham, P. 2020, "Dye wastewater treatment enabled by piezo-enhanced photocatalysis of

single-component ZnO nanoparticles", RSC Advances, vol. 10, no. 48, pp. 28567-28575.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Asst. Prof. Dr. Chamnan Randorn Education

Department of Chemistry, Faculty • B.S. (Chemistry), Prince of Songkla University, 1996
of Science • M.S. (Inorganic Chemistry), Prince of Songkla
Office : ScB1905
E-mail : [email protected] University, 2000
• Ph.D. (Chemistry), University of St Andrews,
[email protected]
Scotland, UK, 2010

Research Areas of Interest

• Inorganic synthesis and applications
• Heterogeneous photocatalysis
• Materials chemistry
• Biomaterials

Research Theme

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 24470442900

• Suphatchaya Lamkhao, Manlika phaya, Chutima Jansakun, Nopakarn Chandet, Kriangkrai thongkorn, Gobwute
Rujijanagul, phuwadol Bangrak & Chamnan Randorn*, synthesis of Hydroxyapatite with Antibacterial properties Using a
Microwave-Assisted Combustion Method, Scientific Reports, (2019) 9:4015 | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-019-40488-8
Published online: 08 March 2019

• Kasidid Yaemsunthorn, Titipun Thongtem, Somchai Thongtem, Chamnan Randorn*, Synthesis of InSb nanocrystals in an
air atmosphere and their photocatalytic activity from near-infrared to ultra-violet, Materials Science in Semiconductor
Processing, 68 (2017) 53–57

• Apichart Han, Gobwute Rujijanagul, Chamnan Randorn*, Preparation of hydroxyapatite hydrogel for bone-like materials
via novel selfinitiated photocatalytic polymerization, Materials Letters, 193 (2017) 142–145

• Kasidid Yaemsunthorn, Chamnan Randorn*, Hydrogen production using economical and environmental friendly
nanoparticulate hydroxyapatite and its ion doping, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 42 (2017) 5056–5062

• Chayopas Tupberg, Nopakarn Chandet, Kamjad Wattanavichan, Chamnan Randorn*, Catalytic and Antibacterial
Activities of Novel Colored Zinc Borophosphate Glasses , RSC Advances, 6(2016), 79602–79611.
DOI:10.1039/c6ra17232f.

• Pongpen Kaewdee, Nopakarn Chandet, Gobwute Rujijanagul, Chamnan Randorn*, Multicatalytic properties of
nanoparticle CaO2 synthesized by a novel,simple and economical method for wastewater treatment, Catalysis
Communications 84 (2016) 151 –154.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Daungmanee Education
Wongratanaphisan
• B.Ed. (Physics-Mathematics), Khon Kaen
Department of Physics and Materials University, 1991
Science,
• M.S. (Physics), Srinakharinwirot University, 1997
Faculty of Science • M.S. (Physics) Lehigh University, USA, 2000
Office : PB1-223 (lab: PB2-303) • Ph.D. (Physics) Lehigh University, USA, 2003
E-mail :[email protected]
Research Areas of Interest

• Materials and processes of metal oxide
semiconductors

• Fundamental understanding of the nanoscale
charge transport

• Reliability and efficiency of Perovskite solar cells

Metal oxide through robust interface as electron transporting layers in perovskite solar cells

Hydrothermal growth of TiO2 nanorods Low temperature TiO2 nanoparticles

Sustainable and area scaling carbon-based perovskite solar cells

Development of hole-transport-material free perovskite solar cells based on
low-temperature carbon electrode with robust interface (HTM-free C-PSCs)

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 26422702500

• Prathan, A., Sanglao, J., Wang, T., Bhoomanee, C., Ruankham, P., Gardchareon, A., and Wongratanaphisan, D. 2020, “Controlled Structure and
Growth Mechanism behind Hydrothermal Growth of TiO2 Nanorods”, Scientific Reports, vol. 10; 8065, 1-11

• Bhoomanee, C., Sanglao, J., Kumnorkaew, P., Wang, T., Lohawet, K., Ruankham, P., Gardchareon, A. & Wongratanaphisan, D. 2021, "Hydrothermally
Treated TiO2 Nanorods as Electron Transport Layer in Planar Perovskite Solar Cells", Physica Status Solidi (A) Applications and Materials
Science, vol. 218, no. 1.

• Passatorntaschakorn, W., Bhoomanee, C., Ruankham, P., Gardchareon, A., Songsiriritthigul, P. & Wongratanaphisan, D. 2021, "Room-temperature
carbon electrodes with ethanol solvent interlacing process for efficient and stable planar hybrid perovskite solar cells", Energy Reports, vol. 7, pp. 2493-
2500.

• Rodwihok, C., Charoensri, K., Wongratanaphisan, D., Choi, W.M., Hur, S.H., Park, H.J. & Chung, J.S. 2021, "Improved photocatalytic activity of surface
charge functionalized ZnO nanoparticles using aniline", Journal of Materials Science and Technology, vol. 76, pp. 1-10.

• Rodwihok, C., Suwannakeaw, M., Charoensri, K., Wongratanaphisan, D., Woon Woo, S. & Kim, H.S. 2021, "Alkali/zinc-activated fly ash
nanocomposites for dye removal and antibacterial applications", Bioresource technology, vol. 331.7

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Dr. Atcharawon Gardchareon Education
• B.S. (Physics) Chiang Mai University, 1987
Department of Physics and • M.S. (Physics) Chiang Mai University, 1992
Materials Science, Faculty of • Ph.D. (Physics) Chiang Mai University, 2005
Science
Office : PB1-222 Research Areas of Interest
E-mail : [email protected] • Nanomaterials for energy harvesting

applications
• Emerging photovoltaic technology
• Stability testing

Energy materials as hole-transporting layer for perovskite solar cells

5-6 nm 500 nm • Developing a new hole-transporting
NiOx nanoparticles material to replace the use of humidity-
Solution-processed sensitive conventional spiro-OmeTAD
CuSCN thin films
• Control of crystallinity, morphology and
property of NiOx nanoparticles prepared by
a simple hydrothermal process.

• Characterization of photovoltaic
performance and stability of perovskite
solar cells using these materials.

Efficient and stable perovskite solar cells based on inorganic hole-transporting materials

Carbon • Fabrication of perovskite solar cells
based on inorganic hole-
FTO e- Inorganic hole-transporting layer transporting materials
a-ZTO h+ photon Photovoltaic parameter
Cs0.17FA0.83Pb(I0.83Br0.17)3 or CsFA • characterization
CsFA Amorphous zinc tin oxide Investigation of environmental
CuSCN factors (heat, moisture, UV) on
Carbon (a-ZTO) • device stability
F-doped SnO2 (FTO) Development of device
Glass encapsulation

Energy band diagram Device structure •

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 7801318315

• Bhoomanee, C., Sanglao, J., Kumnorkaew, P., Wang, T., Lohawet, K., Ruankham, P., Gardchareon, A. & Wongratanaphisan, D. 2021, "Hydrothermally
Treated TiO2 Nanorods as Electron Transport Layer in Planar Perovskite Solar Cells", Physica Status Solidi (A) Applications and Materials
Science, vol. 218, no. 1.

• Passatorntaschakorn, W., Bhoomanee, C., Ruankham, P., Gardchareon, A., Songsiriritthigul, P. & Wongratanaphisan, D. 2021, "Room-temperature
carbon electrodes with ethanol solvent interlacing process for efficient and stable planar hybrid perovskite solar cells", Energy Reports, vol. 7, pp. 2493-

2500.
• Prathan, A., Sanglao, J., Wang, T., Bhoomanee, C., Ruankham, P., Gardchareon, A. & Wongratanaphisan, D. 2020, "Controlled Structure and Growth

Mechanism behind Hydrothermal Growth of TiO2 Nanorods", Scientific Reports, vol. 10, no. 1.
• Kaewyai, K., Choopun, S., Gardchareon, A., Ruankham, P., Phadungdhitidhada, S. & Wongratanaphisan, D. 2019, "Mechanism and experimental

evidence of rapid morphological variant of copper oxide nanostructures by microwave heating", Applied Surface Science, vol. 474, pp. 9-16.
• Prathan, A., Bhoomanee, C., Ruankham, P., Choopun, S., Gardchareon, A., Phadungdhitidhada, S. & Wongratanaphisan, D. 2019, "Hydrothermal

growth of well-aligned TiO2 nanorods on fluorine-doped tin oxide glass", Materials Today: Proceedings, pp. 1514.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
(International/Interdisciplinary Program)

Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sulawan Kaowphong Education
• B.S. (Chemistry), Chiang Mai University, 2002
Department of Chemistry, • M.S. (Chemistry), Chiang Mai University, 2005
Faculty of Science • Ph.D. (Materials Science), Chiang Mai University,
Office : SCB2421
E-mail : [email protected] 2009

[email protected] Research Areas of Interest

• High functional nanomaterials
• Heterogeneous photocatalysis
• Semiconductor-sensitized solar cell
• Solution-based chemical techniques

Fabrication and improvement of optoelectrical and photocatalytic properties of novel functional
nanomaterials for energy and environmental applications.

Solar cells Photocatalytic removal of heavy metal ions and organic pollutants
- Photoreduction of Cr(VI)
- Photooxidation of As(III)
- Photodegradation of dye/non-dye organic pollutants and antibiotics
- Simultaneous Cr(VI) reduction and dye degradation

Selected Publications: SCOPUS ID: 16417200200

• Chachvalvutikul, A., Luangwanta, T. & Kaowphong, S. 2021, “Double Z-scheme FeVO4/Bi4O5Br2/BiOBr ternary heterojunction photocatalyst
for simultaneous photocatalytic removal of hexavalent chromium and rhodamine B”, Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, vol. 603.

• Chachvalvutikul, A., Luangwanta, T., Pattisson, S., Hutchings, G.J. & Kaowphong, S. 2021, "Enhanced photocatalytic degradation of organic
pollutants and hydrogen production by a visible light–responsive Bi2WO6/ZnIn2S4 heterojunction", Applied Surface Science, vol. 544.

• Kaowphong, S., Chachvalvutikul, A., Hongsith, N., Ren, J. & Prasatkhetragarn, A. 2021, "Synthesis of NiO Nanostructures by Sonocatalyzed
Microwave Irradiation Technique and Their Acetone Sensing Properties", Integrated Ferroelectrics, vol. 214, no. 1.

• Pudkon W., Bahruji H., Miedziak P.J., Davies T.E., Morgan D.J., Pattisson S., Kaowphong, S., Hutchings G.J. 2020 “Enhanced visible-light-driven
photocatalytic H2 production and Cr(vi) reduction of a ZnIn2S4/MoS2 heterojunction synthesized by the biomolecule-assisted microwave heating
method, Catalysis Science and Technology, vol. 10.

• Chachvalvutikul A., Jakmunee J., Thongtem S., Kittiwachana S. & Kaowphong, S. 2019, “Novel FeVO4/Bi7O9I3 nanocomposite with enhanced
photocatalytic dye degradation and photoelectrochemical properties”, Applied Surface Science, vol. 475.

• Chumha N., Thongtem T., Thongtem S., Kittiwachana S., & Kaowphong S. 2018, “Cyclic microwave radiation synthesis, photoconductivity, and

34 optical properties of CuInS2 hollow sub-microspheres”, Applied Surface Science, vol. 447.



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