Hyper Interdisciplinary Conference Thailand 2026

What is Hyper Interdisciplinary Conference Thailand 2026?

As Thailand moves toward a vision of "universities reimagined", this transformation is driven by government policy, leading universities, and global developments. The goal is to modernise higher education so it better aligns with industry needs, enhances The goal is to modernise higher education so it better aligns with industry needs, enhances international competitiveness, and keeps pace with the digital era.

The theme for HIC TH 2026,"Re-imagining Connections: From Education to EcosystemIt begins with the foundation of social systems and communities, moves through the influential roles of industry and the environment, and culminates in education, where universities act as key It begins with the foundation of social systems and communities, moves through the influential roles of industry and the environment, and culminates in education, where universities act as key catalysts for turning reimagination into reality.

Schedule

Saturday, January 31, 2026 09:00-16:30

Venue

Puey Ungphakorn Centenary Hall, Thammasat University (Rungsit Campus)
ACCESS

Organizer

Leave a Nest Singapore

Entrance fee

Free to Participate

Target Participants

Researchers, Academicians, Private Institutions, Innovators, Government Agencies, Startups and Corporates

Session List

Speakers

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  Professor Takeo Ogawa

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  Dr. Yukihiro Maru
  • Leave a Nest Co., Ltd. Founder and CEO

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  Prof. Dr. Eva ("Eef") Hogervorst
  • Loughborough University Professor, Cognitive Health
  Professor Eva ("Eef") Hogervorst is an internationally recognised expert in cognitive ageing, dementia prevention, and lifestyle interventions for healthy longevity. A Professor of Cognitive Health at Loughborough University, she has spent over two decades advancing A Professor of Cognitive Health at Loughborough University, she has spent over two decades advancing research on early detection of dementia, nutritional and hormonal influences on brain health, and low-cost screening tools adaptable for global use. Her work spans Europe and Asia, where she collaborates with governments, healthcare providers, and community organisations to translate scientific Professor Hogervorst is widely regarded as a leading voice in ageing Professor Hogervorst is widely regarded as a leading voice in ageing and cognitive wellbeing.

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  Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kammal Kumar Pawa
  • Thammasat University Associate Professor, Chulabhorn International College of Medicine
  Dr. Kammal is a leading Thai medical academic and researcher at Thammasat University, with extensive experience in medical education, health systems, and policy-oriented leadership. He has served in senior roles including Vice Rector of Thammasat University's Pattaya Campus and Dean of the He has served in senior roles including Vice Rector of Thammasat University's Pattaya Campus and Dean of the Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, where he helped shape a multidisciplinary medical curriculum. As a core faculty member at CICM, Dr. Kammal is a strong advocate of Integrative Medicine and actively contributes to discourse on ageing, dementia, long-term care, and community- and As a core faculty member at CICM, Dr. Kammal is a strong advocate of Integrative Medicine and actively contributes to discourse on aging, dementia, long-term care, and community- and policy-based health systems, providing locally grounded evidence to inform Thailand's health and social care strategies.

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  Dr. Taspol Keerasomboon
  • Mahidol University Lecturer, Faculty of Sports Science
  Dr. Taspol Keerasomboon is a lecturer at College of Sports Science and Technology, Mahidol University, in the field of sports science, specializing in sports medicine. His academic and research interests focus on muscle activity analysis, movement mechanics, and exercise-based approaches to enhance physical performance and reduce injury risk. He has teaching experience in sports medicine at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. His scholarly work includes research on hamstring electromyography, with publications in peer-reviewed international journals. He is actively engaged in academic collaboration and committed to evidence-based education and research in sports science.

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  Mr. Pattana Lee
  • Blue Oak Co. Co-Founder & CEO
  Pattana Lee is the co-founder and CEO of Blue Oak Technologies, leading the development of the world's first commercial floor-vibration- sensing smart device for fall detection and pathology prescreening. By overcoming the privacy limitations of camera-based systems and the multipath challenges of radar-based devices, the technology enables seniors to age in place safely and the multipath challenges of radar-based devices, the technology enables seniors to age in place safely and the multipath challenges of radar-based devices. By overcoming the privacy limitations of camera-based systems and the multipath challenges of radar-based devices, the technology enables seniors to age in place safely and intelligently without changing their habits. He received his BA in Neurobiology and Computer Science from UC Berkeley. He received his BA in Neurobiology and Computer Science from UC Berkeley.

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  Dr. Takatsugu Kobayashi
  • Tenchijin Inc. Global Business Development
  Dr. Takatsugu Kobayashi is a global business development leader at Tenchijin with expertise spanning data science, robotics, and urban systems. He holds a Master's degree from Yale University and a Ph.D. from Indiana University, and has spent over a decade working across the U.S., India, Southeast Asia, and Central Asia. His work bridges AI, GIS, robotics, and high-performance computing to address real-world challenges in logistics, agriculture, and regional development. Passionate about turning data into impact, he focuses on sustainable cities, resilient supply chains, and technology-driven innovation through globally collaborative teams.

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  Ms. Junko Iwai
  • Storyline Co. Co-Founder & CEO
  Junko Iwai is Founder, CEO and Chief Design Officer of Storyline Co. She leads the research and commercialization of the ZEN Craft Decaf Process using supercritical CO₂, in collaboration with academic and industrial partners. With a background in strategic and industrial design, she integrates design thinking with chemical engineering and food science to create high-quality, custom With a background in strategic and industrial design, she integrates design thinking with chemical engineering and food science to create high-quality, customizable coffee solutions and sustainable value chains connecting producing regions and global markets.

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  Assoc. Prof. Dr. Teerayut Horanont
  • Thammasat University Associate Professor, Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology (SIIT)

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  Mr. Yuta Akakuma
  • Naturenix Inc. Managing Director
  Yuta is a trilingual entrepreneur and operator with a track record of building and scaling ventures across Asia. He has founded multiple cross-border startups in mobility, energy, and sustainability, and previously served on the management board of a global Tier-1 automotive supplier. Now as COO of naturenix Inc., he drives climate-tech commercialization and regional growth. Yuta bridges technology, capital, and execution, actively contributing to the startup ecosystem across Japan and Southeast Asia. Yuta bridges technology, capital, and execution, actively contributing to the startup ecosystem across Japan and Southeast Asia.

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  Mr. Worapoj Chosen
  • CHOSEN Digital Co. CEO
  Worapoj CHOSEN is the Founder CEO of CHOSEN Digital who is the Thailand Champion, ASEAN Champion and World Champion, driving innovation at the intersection of EV, energy, and digital infrastructure across ASEAN. He collaborates with governments, utilities, and global technology partners to build EV charging networks, energy management platforms, and With a vision to transform regional energy and mobility With a vision to transform regional energy and mobility systems, Worapoj focuses on scalable platforms, cross-border interoperability, and sustainable infrastructure. He is also an alumnus award recipient and an active thought leader in technology, energy transition, and digital platforms, committed to shaping the future of smart cities and clean energy.

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  Dr. Thithiwat May
  • Office of National Higher Education Science Research and Innovation Policy Council Policy Specialist
  Dr. Thithiwat May is a Policy Specialist at NXPO, leveraging a unique blend of scientific and business expertise to shape Thailand's He holds a Ph.D. from Hokkaido University, and an MBA from the University of Manchester, with prior leadership experience at MNCs in Japan. He holds a Ph.
  
  Currently, Dr. May is architecting policies to bridge academic, industrial, and governmental sectors. His work focuses on driving triple helix collaboration through reverse pitching initiatives, establishing University Holding Companies (UHCs) to accelerate deep-tech spinoffs, and developing Offset policies to facilitate critical technology transfer from abroad.

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  Ms. Priyavadana Meyyappan
  • Leave a Nest Singapore Pte. Assistant Manager, Research Development Division
  "Priya holds an engineering background in Materials Science and Engineering from Nanyang Technological University (NTU), with a specialisation in During her time as a research assistant, she became a published author in the field of biomaterials. She also earned a Master's degree in Science Communication from the National University of Singapore (NUS), equipping her with the ability to translate complex scientific ideas for diverse audiences.
  Her professional journey spans roles as an engineer, science communicator, and educator, along with experience in stakeholder engagement. At Leave a Nest, Priya integrates these multidisciplinary experiences with a strong emphasis on clear communication and empathetic connection. passionate about building ecosystems where researchers, companies, and students come together to transform science and technology into meaningful real-world impact."

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  Ms. Nami Akinaga
  • Leave a Nest Co., Ltd. Strategy Development Division
  Over the past 12 years, she has played a key role in the early expansion of Leave a Nest Group in Asia, including the international expansion of core programs such as Science Castle, Hyper Nest Group in Asia, and the international expansion of core programs such as Science Castle, Hyper Nest Group in Asia. Over the past 12 years, she has played a key role in the early expansion of Leave a Nest Group in Asia, including the international expansion of core programs such as Science Castle, Hyper Interdisciplinary Conference, and TECH PLANTER, as well as establishing local subsidiaries, serving as a board director, and supporting group-wide Leveraging these experiences, she promotes overseas expansion of Japanese companies. She currently leads the Global Bridge Program, including the Japan Inbound Globalization Project, with a focus on strategic development.

Schedule

TIME	THEME	SPEAKER
08:30	Main Hall Registration
09:00	Main Hall Opening Ceremony
09:15	Main Hall Keynote Speech: Innovation in an Ageing Society: Challenges and opportunities Challenges and opportunities Professor Takeo Ogawa is a distinguished Japanese sociologist and gerontologist, widely recognised for his work on ageing societies. His research spans long-term care workforce development, community design for ageing populations, and international training programmes on elderly care workforce development, community design for ageing populations, and international training programmes on elderly care workforce development. With his leadership in the establishment of the Active Ageing Consortium, he has been a leading figure for his work on ageing societies. With his leadership in the establishment of the Active Ageing Consortium in Asia Pacific (ACAP) and involvement in key policy research for the Economic Research Institute for With his leadership in the establishment of the Active Ageing Consortium in Asia Pacific (ACAP) and involvement in key policy research for the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), he continues to shape the discourse on ageing in Asia. news release
10:00	Main Hall Hyper Interdisciplinary Splash Session Partners: Soken Chemical & Engineering Co. The name "Splash" comes from the meaning of the word "splash," which means "a splash of water or other substance." Researchers and Startup Founders give 90 -The aim is to find passionate researchers and to use their pitches as inspiration to come up to the participants. The aim is to find passionate researchers and to use their pitches as inspiration to come up with new ideas. We then aim to develop the discussions into more in-depth discussions at the We then aim to develop the discussions into more in-depth discussions at the poster presentations, leading to the creation of new collaborative research. Abstracts List
11:00	Poster Booth Area Poster Session
12:00	Lunch
13:00	Main Hall Panel Session 1: Exploring the Intersection of Technology, Movement, and Cognitive Health Session Partners: Thammasat University This panel brings together expertise from health technology innovation, sports science, cognitive health research, and medical systems leadership to This panel brings together expertise from health technology innovation, sports science, cognitive health research, and medical systems leadership to explore how multidisciplinary approaches can improve performance, well-being, and healthy aging. The discussion will offer practical insights into how emerging technologies are developed, validated, and applied in real-world health and This start-up perspective grounds the conversation in implementation, scalability, and user impact. news release	Prof. Dr. Eva ("Eef") Hogervorst (Loughborough University) Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kammal Kumar Pawa (Thammasat University) Dr. Taspol Keerasomboon (Mahidol University) Mr. Pattana Lee (Blue Oak Co., Ltd.) [Moderator]. Ms. Priyavadana Meyyappan (Leave a Nest Singapore Pte. Ltd.)
	Room A AgeTech Revolution Demo Day
14:00	Main Hall Panel Session 2: Satellites, Data, and the Future of Sustainable Agriculture Session Partners: Tenchijin Inc. This panel will examine how satellite intelligence and digital tools can strengthen agricultural resilience, support climate adaptation, and enable This panel will examine how satellite intelligence and digital tools can strengthen agricultural resilience, support climate adaptation, and enable more sustainable livelihoods while ensuring that global technologies are applied in ways that respond to local contexts and community needs. Bringing together leaders from space-enabled technology, academia, and the agricultural sector to explore how satellite data and data-driven insights are transforming land use, sustainability, and food systems. new release	Dr. Takatsugu Kobayashi (Tenchijin Inc.) Ms. Junko Iwai (Storyline Co.,Ltd.) Assoc. Prof. Dr. Teerayut Horanont (Thammasat University) [Moderator]. Ms. Nami Akinaga (Leave a Nest Co., Ltd.)
	Room A AgeTech Revolution Demo Day
15:00	Main Hall Panel Session 3: Scaling Thai Research Through Industry and Regional Collaboration Session Partners: YAMADA SHOKAI Holding Co. This panel will explore how Thai research can be commercialised and scaled regionally through structured collaboration between universities, start- Anchored in a real and ongoing collaboration model, the session offers a practical and replicable Anchored in a real and ongoing collaboration model, the session offers a practical and replicable blueprint for expanding research impact beyond Thailand. news release	Dr. Yukihiro Maru (Leave a Nest Co., Ltd.) Mr. Worapoj Chosen (CHOSEN Digital Co.,Ltd.) Dr. Thithiwat May （Office of National Higher Education Science Research and Innovation Policy Council) [Moderator]. Mr. Yuta Akakuma (Naturenix Inc.)
16:00	Main Hall Awards & Closing Ceremony