A Smartphone Antimicrobial Prescribing App Did Not Outperform Paper Guidelines Across Six Lao Hospitals
Across a stepped-wedge cluster randomized trial in six Lao hospitals, a smartphone version of national antimicrobial prescribing guidelines plus one stewardship training session did not significantly improve adherence over paper versions after adjustment for time, clustering, and confounders. Inpatient adherence was 25.6% versus 17.0% before adjustment, but the adjusted odds ratio was 1.26 (95% CI 0.8–1.9; p=0.276); outpatient results were also null. The finding argues for sustained, multifaceted stewardship rather than guideline access alone.
Sue J. Lee · Mavuto Mukaka · Nicholas P. J. Day · Paul N. NewtonMahidol University · Mahidol Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit (MORU)
An international expert statement spanning 22 countries reviews links among food systems, cardiometabolic health and the Sustainable Development Goals. It advocates plant-forward traditional diets rich in whole grains, legumes, vegetables, fruit, nuts and spices, with meat used sparingly.
The multicentre survey analysed 604 patients from 25 Thai hospitals between December 2023 and March 2024. SSRIs accounted for 70.2% of prescriptions, followed by TCAs at 13.9% and trazodone at 12.7%. The most common diagnoses were depressive disorders (55.0%), substance use disorders (15.2%) and psychotic disorders (13.7%). Clinicians cited limited availability (21.9%), reimbursement arrangements (36.3%) and patient finances (33.9%) as prescribing constraints.
A post hoc analysis of the DEN-301 placebo arm followed 30,620.6 person-years, identifying 560 virologically confirmed dengue cases among 9,698 febrile illnesses; 142 cases, or 25.4%, were hospitalized.
A 20-year-old man on automated peritoneal dialysis developed vague abdominal symptoms, weight loss and declining ultrafiltration. Repeated dialysate cultures, acid-fast staining and molecular tests were negative despite mononuclear-predominant leukocytosis. Contrast CT identified peritoneal nodules, CT peritoneography showed a trapped dialysate pocket, and targeted biopsy demonstrated necrotising granulomatous inflammation. Tissue culture grew M. kansasii resistant to rifampicin, moxifloxacin and ciprofloxacin.
HITAP reviewed 278 HTA capacity-strengthening activities in 25 countries from 2010 to mid-2025. Asia accounted for 151 activities and 128 engagements were programmatic rather than ad hoc. Knowledge sharing represented 26% and research or project collaboration 21%. Among 11 African partner countries, only three had programmatic engagement, accounting for 30 activities.
Morphology combined with ITS, LSU, rpb2 and β-tub phylogenies distinguished Nigropunctata pseudohydei as a new species and confirmed the first Thai record of N. complanata.
Thai researchersZaw Lin Tun · Digvijayini Bundhun · Kevin D. Hyde
An eight-country perspective argues that telemedicine, wearables and home sensors, augmented AI and mobile health can distribute expertise, observe symptoms between visits and support self-management, particularly where neurologists are scarce. Impact depends on infrastructure, interoperability, workforce, governance and equity-first hybrid care, not devices alone.
DJC6219 and NK62157 were isolated from municipal wastewater and characterised through host-range assays, electron microscopy, stability, multiplicity-of-infection optimisation, growth kinetics and genomics.
The authors review challenges in estimating preventable AMR burden and advocate explicit counterfactuals, confounding control and principled combination of individual studies.
Thai researchersCherry Lim · Sue J. Lee · Yin Mo · Ben S. Cooper
Ten Asia-Pacific experts developed 11 consensus statements on mild traumatic brain injury and use of GFAP/UCH-L1 within 12 hours. Final agreement was 90-100%, emphasizing biomarkers as adjuncts while clinical assessment and locally available imaging remain central.
RGD-functionalized cannabidiol lipid nanoparticles increased cellular uptake threefold and in-vitro BBB transport by 65%, while reducing inflammatory and oxidative markers. In a preclinical Alzheimer's model, cognition, Aβ/tau pathology, metabolism and gut-barrier indicators improved. The findings are promising but not evidence in patients.
Researchers used the UNDRR Stop Disasters online game with students, water professionals and community members in Thailand and Malaysia. A post-game survey of 35 participants found high enjoyment, lively interaction and perceived reinforcement of declarative flood-management knowledge.
Thailand-affiliated bibliographic records. These are not full analyses; they are ordered by Impact Signal and should be verified against the original source.
2,955records
2,955 records
89IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
A Genomically Safe Lactobacillus johnsonii Lacking Mobile Antimicrobial Resistance Genes Suppresses Escherichia coli and Modulates Gut Microbiota and Diarrhea Incidence in Suckling Piglets
National Science and Technology Development Agency · National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology · National Nanotechnology Center · King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi · Chulalongkorn University · Siriraj Hospital · Mahidol University · King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
Chulalongkorn University · Mahidol University · Suranaree University of Technology
89IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Environmental Sustainability, Financial Conditions, and Export Performance in Thailand’s Textile and Clothing Industry Under Trade Liberalization and the Post-ATC Era
Community Caregivers and Innovative Financing: A Qualitative Analysis of Thailand’s Ubolratana Hospital Model using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research
Mahidol University · Kasetsart University · Synchrotron Light Research Institute
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Bridging Faith, Sustainability, and Technology: An Integrated Behavioral Model of Tourist Visit Intention in Sustainable Plateau Destinations
Societies
Thailand-affiliated authors
Jintanee Ru-Zhue · Somnuk Aujirapongpan
Institutions
Walailak University · Silpakorn University
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Globally harmonized specifications: Implementing a patient-centric, enhanced control strategy – a meeting report
Biologicals
Thailand-affiliated authors
Sirichair Krabesri · Sasiwimon Patasema
Institutions
Ministry of Public Health
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
The Onset of Parental Loss of a Child Decreases Psychosocial Well-Being Among Persons 40 Years and Older: Longitudinal Evidence from South Africa, 2015–2022
Clinical Gerontologist
Thailand-affiliated authors
Supa Pengpid · Karl Peltzer
Institutions
Mahidol University
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Gamma-aminobutyric acid production in traditional African fermented foods and its potential for functional food development
Discover Food
Thailand-affiliated authors
Uchenna Kalu Akpi · Muhammad Waqar
Institutions
Prince of Songkla University · Walailak University
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Change Over Time in Parental Psychological Control in Nine Countries
Social Development
Thailand-affiliated authors
Daranee Junla · Saengduean Yotanyamaneewong
Institutions
Chiang Mai University
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
The Global Initiative for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (GIFOSA): Rationale, Strategic Framework, and Call to Action
Pulmonary Therapy
Thailand-affiliated authors
Naricha Chirakalwasan · Tayard Desudchit
Institutions
Thai Red Cross Society · Chulalongkorn University · King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Towards Community and Individual Resilience in Older Ages: A Scoping Review and Development of the ‘Heart, Head, Hands’ Conceptual Framework
International Journal of Community Well-Being
Thailand-affiliated authors
Patcharawan Srisilapanan · Lasuka Duangruedee
Institutions
University of Phayao · Chiang Mai University
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Digitalization, green finance, and low-carbon transformation in manufacturing firms: a firm-level panel analysis from Shenzhen
Frontiers in Environmental Science
Thailand-affiliated authors
Zhipeng Mu · Yarui Li
Institutions
National Institute of Development Administration
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Mixed-methods insights into the value-to-loyalty transition in green hospitality
Journal Of Vacation Marketing
Thailand-affiliated authors
Kevin Fuchs · Dongqi Shi
Institutions
Prince of Songkla University
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Unlocking green manufacturing: a multi-pathway analysis of digital transformation, leadership, and employee engagement in emerging economies
Cogent Business & Management
Thailand-affiliated authors
Athapol Ruangkanjanases · Ornlatcha Sivarak
Institutions
Chulalongkorn University · Mahidol University
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Global Shocks, Local Ventures: Oil Prices, Dollar Strength, and China's Economic Shifts as Determinants of Entrepreneurial Activity in the Philippines, 2006–2022
Journal of Enterprise Strategy and Management Innovation
Thailand-affiliated authors
Ramon George O. Atento · Gay Marie Teodosio
Institutions
Asian Institute of Technology
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Beyond the dental chair: determinants of parental acceptance of behavior management techniques in pediatric dentistry
Frontiers in Oral Health
Thailand-affiliated authors
Apitchaya Pruksametanan · Kornkan Phuengnam
Institutions
Suranaree University of Technology
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
SP 8.02 The Longitudinal Relationship Between Handgrip Strength, Malnutrition, and the Systemic Inflammatory Response in Patients with Operable Breast Cancer
British journal of surgery
Thailand-affiliated authors
Chattarin Pumtako · Nida Rattanakrong
Institutions
Chulabhorn Hospital
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Non-Metallic and Eco-Friendly Oxygen Scavengers: Emerging Strategies to Extend the Shelf Life of Oxidizable Foods
Journal of Future Foods
Thailand-affiliated authors
Subhash Pawde · Saroat Rawdkuen
Institutions
Mae Fah Luang University
88IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary
Herbal medicine use disclosure, database-flagged potential herb-drug interactions, and inter – interaction database concordance among patients with non-communicable diseases in Vietnam: A multicenter cross-sectional study
