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Evidence of global relevance

Migrant TB Patients Chose Months-Long Sanatorium Care to Pursue Cure Amid Cost, Transport, and Documentation Barriers

This multi-perspective qualitative study at the SMRU tuberculosis sanatorium in Mae Ramat, Tak Province, examined why migrants choose long residential treatment. It included 37 unique patients—33 who chose the sanatorium and four who chose community DOTS—plus five health workers. Three themes organized the findings: desire for cure, barriers to diagnosis and treatment, and community and organizational support.

Jindaporn Wirachonphaophong · Hai Ti Ti · Nay Kaw Htoo · Kanjana Winyoorat · Cha Ba · San Soe · Suphak Nosten · Htet Ko Ko Aung · Sein Sein Thi · Francois NostenShoklo Malaria Research Unit (SMRU) · Mahidol Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit (MORU)
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In-depth research analyses

Source-verified editorial analyses, ordered by latest publication date

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Infectious Disease Surveillance72IMPACT SIGNAL
National surveillance evidence

Japan's invasive meningococcal cases fell to one during COVID-19, then rebounded to 68 in 2025

Japan's national surveillance from January 2017 to October 2025 identified 288 IMD cases across pre-pandemic, pandemic and reopening phases. Cases fell from 48 in 2019 to one in 2021, then rose to 66 in 2024 and 68 by October 2025. Older adults consistently accounted for the most cases, adolescents clearly rebounded, and Tokyo rose more than Osaka/Kansai. No Expo-specific surge appeared. Cases and inbound travel had Spearman rho 1.000, although most infections were domestically acquired.

Thai researchersY. Chen; Hirotake Mori; Rapeephan R. Maude
Biomedical Additive Manufacturing72IMPACT SIGNAL
Laboratory mechanical prototype

RaLak titanium lattices tune stiffness and energy absorption to better mimic bone

Solid metallic implants are much stiffer than bone and can cause stress shielding. A Ti6Al4V bio-inspired lattice called RaLak was laser-powder-bed-fused at 20% and 30% relative density and 2-4-mm cells and compared with gyroid and diamond TPMS. RaLak improved the stiffness-energy-absorption balance; at 30% density and 4-mm cells it absorbed about 50% more energy than gyroid. Its hybrid architecture promoted uniform stress and progressive deformation, and modified Gibson-Ashby models linked geometry to response.

Thai researchersChinnapat Panwisawas
AI and Sustainable Tourism72IMPACT SIGNAL
Behavioral experimental evidence

Two experiments suggest GenAI can reduce overload in sustainable travel choices

Two experiments covered trip planning and on-site shopping to test whether GenAI helps users navigate abundant eco-certified options. More advanced tools reduced perceived information overload and improved decision-making. Greater trust related to well-being and intention to use GenAI, while lower perceived decision risk also related to intention. The authors report more eco-responsible choices, but the abstract does not clarify whether behavior was consequential or self-reported.

Thai researchersLars Meyer-Waarden
Geriatric Dentistry72IMPACT SIGNAL
Systematic review and meta-analysis

Implant-supported prostheses produced stronger functional gains for older adults with tooth loss

From 7,654 records, 24 studies with 1,711 adults aged at least 65 and prosthesis use for six months were included. Fourteen studies assessed mastication and bite force. Complete dentures gave modest gains, while implant overdentures produced higher performance and bite force with more consistent long-term improvement. Across 18 PROM studies, implant overdentures and fixed full-arch prostheses produced the largest oral-health quality-of-life gains; complete and removable partial dentures had smaller positive changes. Subjective chewing improved over 6-12 months with high heterogeneity.

Thai researchersFrauke Müller
Climate and Health72IMPACT SIGNAL
Regional scoping-review evidence

Heat raises health risks across ASEAN, while heatwave definitions and geographic evidence remain fragmented

This scoping review included 76 Southeast Asian studies published since 2000: 28 mortality, 38 morbidity and 10 effect-modification studies. Minimum-risk temperatures and thresholds varied widely by location and outcome. Reported relative risks ranged from 1.02 for all-cause admission in Vietnam to 4.21 for dengue in Laos, but these outcomes are not directly comparable. Relationships were often nonlinear, evidence for heat-air pollution synergy was mixed, immediate effects were stronger for NCDs, and some dengue studies reported long lags.

Thai researchersHtoo Wai Aung; Wissanupong Kliengchuay; Sarima Niampradit; Paweena Aendo; Thant Sin Aye; Siriphat Intrakun; Dumrongkiet Arthan; Khuanchai Koompapong; Kraichat Tantrakarnapa
Biopolymer Films and Packaging72IMPACT SIGNAL
Laboratory materials evidence

Calcium alginate powder increased thermo-compressed sodium-alginate film strength by 208%

Seaweed-derived alginate is biodegradable and biocompatible, but sodium-alginate films are mechanically weak. With glycerol plasticizer, calcium-alginate powder at 2.5-20 wt% was added before thermo-compression. SEM/EDS indicated good interfaces and moisture declined with CA content. At 20 wt%, tensile strength reached 11.7 MPa and modulus 234.7 MPa, increases of 208% and 907% over unfilled SA, showing effective reinforcement by an ionically distinct alginate filler.

Thai researchersPrasong Srihanam; Wilaiwan Simchuer; Yodthong Baimark
Biomass Fuels72IMPACT SIGNAL
Pilot-scale energy evidence

Pilot vibrating torrefaction upgraded Thai rubberwood and corn wastes to 22.4-MJ/kg fuel pellets

A pilot vibrating torrefaction system processed rubberwood- and corn-waste pellets at 220-300°C for 16 or 30 minutes. Greater severity increased HHV to 22.4 MJ/kg, about 20% above raw pellets, and improved grindability and moisture resistance, while mass and energy yields declined. Specific electricity use was 624-1,161 kWh per product tonne and preliminary cost THB 8,000-11,000/t including capital, feedstock and electricity, demonstrating both technical feasibility and economic tradeoffs.

Thai researchersSuneerat Fukuda; Jaggapan Sanduang; Supachita Krerkkaiwan
Environmental and Energy Economics72IMPACT SIGNAL
Long-run econometric evidence

India's 1969-2023 data link nuclear energy and human capital with lower ecological pressure

The study integrates CO2 emissions, ecological footprint and load-capacity factor to represent emissions, resource demand and regenerative capacity in India. Annual 1969-2023 data were analyzed with ARDL bounds testing and robustness estimators including FMOLS, DOLS and canonical cointegration regression. Results supported Environmental Kuznets and Load Capacity curves. Nuclear energy and human capital were associated with improved long-run environmental performance, while economic growth and natural-gas consumption were associated with greater pressure.

Thai researchersBablu Kumar Dhar
Functional Foods and Microbiome72IMPACT SIGNAL
Mechanisms and applications review

Postbiotics may be more stable than probiotics, but health evidence must remain product specific

Postbiotics are preparations of inanimate microorganisms and/or components conferring a health benefit, while paraprobiotics often refer to inactivated cells. The review covers cell-wall fragments, metabolites and signaling molecules, proposed barrier, immune and microbiome mechanisms, and human and animal nutrition applications. Stability, storage and risks associated with live organisms may improve over probiotics, but heterogeneous strains and processing prevent class-wide efficacy claims.

Thai researchersMuhammad Waqar
Waste to Energy72IMPACT SIGNAL
Laboratory pyrolysis evidence

Pyrolysis converted waste-cooking-oil sludge into fuel fractions and biochar

Sludge from waste-cooking-oil pretreatment for biodiesel is organic-rich but low value. Pyrolysis separated it into liquid, gas and carbon-rich solid. Light, middle and heavy liquid cuts had higher heating values of 44.3-44.6 MJ/kg, while gas reached a 53.6 MJ/Nm3 Wobbe Index suitable for thermal applications. Higher temperature shifted yield from liquid to gas. Biochar retained energy and carbon-storage potential, but salinity and alkali constrain land use.

Thai researchersNathawat Unsomsri; Songkran Wiriyasart; Pachara Koedthong; Natcha Yongying; Paranee Sriromreun; Sommas Kaewluan
Functional Beverages72IMPACT SIGNAL
Food process and formulation evidence

Pectinase optimization prioritized bioactive recovery before developing a three-fruit beverage

Date juice was extracted with 0.1% pectinase at 50-80°C for 60-240 minutes. Fifty degrees for 60 minutes was selected for functional quality, yielding 326.33 mg GAE/100 mL phenolics, 1.08 mg beta-carotene equivalents/100 mL carotenoids and strong DPPH/FRAP activity, although maximum 81.25% yield occurred at 60°C for 240 minutes. Six simplex-lattice beverage blends were developed; the 70% date and 15% each of two companion fruits scored highest at 6.50. All blends improved measured bioactives versus control with stable pH and acidity.

Thai researchersSaeid Jafari; Pitchaya Tuntiteeraboon; Isaya Kijpatanasilp; Sochannet Chheng; Kitipong Assatarakul
Biobased Energy Materials73IMPACT SIGNAL
Laboratory electrolyte evidence

Alginate-lignin raised ionic conductivity in a biobased gel electrolyte by nearly fourteenfold

A green gel polymer electrolyte combining sodium alginate, lignin and Na2SO4 was compositionally optimized. Conductivity reached 2.91×10^-4 S/cm versus 2.09×10^-5 S/cm in the baseline, about a 13.9-fold increase. Dielectric and electric-modulus analysis indicated shorter relaxation and improved carrier dynamics, ionic transference reached 0.98, and the stability window reached 2.85 V. Excess salt caused ion association and reduced transport.

Thai researchersEverton Granemann Souza
BIBLIOGRAPHIC RESEARCH WATCHLIST

Bibliographic research records

Thailand-affiliated bibliographic records. These are not full analyses; they are ordered by Impact Signal and should be verified against the original source.

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3,510 records
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Designing a Sui Generis Regime for Traditional Cultural Expressions in Indonesian Tourism: Lessons from the Philippines & Thailand

Greenation International Journal of Law and Social Sciences

Thailand-affiliated authors
Ruetaitip Tungkasamitra Chansrakaeo
Institutions
Valaya Alongkorn Rajabhat University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

What does the media say about the creative economy?: A topic modelling of private sector media narratives in Thailand and Korea

Social Sciences & Humanities Open

Thailand-affiliated authors
Issara Sereewatthanawut
Institutions
Bangkokthonburi University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

The Mediating Role of Circular Economy and Moderating Role of Institutional Pressures on Service Innovation and Sustainable Development

Indonesian Journal of Sustainability Accounting and Management

Thailand-affiliated authors
Alawee Lateh
Institutions
Prince of Songkla University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Grid-based environmental governance and the energy transition of rural households: evidence from the China labor-force dynamics survey

Frontiers in Environmental Science

Thailand-affiliated authors
Yangqiang Zhang
Institutions
Dhurakij Pundit University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

[2026-09-21] Confidence Among Pediatricians in Managing Infantile Hemangioma With Propranolol

Research Medical Journal

Thailand-affiliated authors
Sanchawan Wittayakornrerk
Institutions
Mahidol University · Ramathibodi Hospital
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Enhancing Sustainable Economic Development through the BCG Model: Development and Commercialization of Stingless Bee Honey from Southern Thailand

Community and Social Development Journal

Thailand-affiliated authors
Sumana Pansamut
Institutions
Rajamangala University of Technology
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Digital Transformation and Agricultural Supply Chain Resilience: The Mediating Role of Sustainable Consumption and Production

Research on World Agricultural Economy

Thailand-affiliated authors
Sarana Photchanachan
Institutions
Shinawatra University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Language Attitudes, Motivation, and Standards: A Case Study of Sociolinguistics in English Language Teaching

Journal of Linguistic Metacognition and Language Learning

Thailand-affiliated authors
Mali Kwanjai
Institutions
Walailak University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Career Choice and Perception of Nursing Profession among Undergraduate Nursing Students: A Qualitative Study

Journal of Medical & Clinical Nursing

Thailand-affiliated authors
Muhammad Ilyas
Institutions
Thammasat University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy on sleep outcome for patients with chronic fatigue syndrome in a routine clinical service

Europe’s Journal of Psychology

Thailand-affiliated authors
Chotiman Chinvararak
Institutions
Navamindradhiraj University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Constructing an Andragogy Based Emotion Regulation Training Model to Develop the Self Efficacy of Nonformal Education Participants

Journal of Nonformal Education

Thailand-affiliated authors
Gumpanat Boriboon
Institutions
Srinakharinwirot University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Convergent Parallel Mixed-Method Study of Frameworks and Consideration of Ethical AI-assisted Research Paper

North American journal of psychology

Thailand-affiliated authors
Michael U. Jimenez
Institutions
Far Eastern University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Unveiling Needs for Grammatical Competence Assessment in a CEFR-Based Curriculum: Empowering Student Involvement in Assessment for Learning in Thailand

rEFLections

Thailand-affiliated authors
Nagorn Bunyarit
Institutions
King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Lightweight physics-informed edge AI: a scalable quantized surrogate framework for smart irrigation and water use efficiency

Journal of the Saudi Society of Agricultural Sciences

Thailand-affiliated authors
Chairote Yaiprasert
Institutions
Walailak University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Early childhood development under son preference in Vietnam: The role of child gender and birth order

PLOS Global Public Health

Thailand-affiliated authors
Wiraporn Pothisiri
Institutions
Chulalongkorn University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Global Englishes in UK Higher Education: Communication Experiences of Postgraduate Students from Asia

Journal of Intercultural Communication

Thailand-affiliated authors
Rutthaphak Huttayavilaiphan
Institutions
University of Phayao
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Understanding moral trade-offs in pandemic response: A discrete choice experiment on avian influenza policies

The European Journal of Health Economics

Thailand-affiliated authors
Charlotte Waltz
Institutions
Asian Disaster Preparedness Center
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Digital literacy is associated with digital teaching self-efficacy among pre-service physical education teachers: the indirect roles of professional identity and teaching self-efficacy

Frontiers in Psychology

Thailand-affiliated authors
Shuang Zhao
Institutions
Rattana Bundit University
83IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Trends in WHOQOL-BREF and EUROHIS-QOL-8 health-related quality of life scores among the Thai population from the 1990s to 2023: an application of Rasch analysis

BMC Psychology

Thailand-affiliated authors
Krittaphas Kangwanrattanakul
Institutions
Burapha University

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