Abstract Black soldier fly (BSF) cocoons are a chitin-rich byproduct and a sustainable chitosan source. This study evaluated eight extraction protocols varying alkali type (sodium hydroxide (NaOH) or potassium hydroxide (KOH)), concentratio…
Jackfruit seeds (JFSs) are an underutilized agro-industrial by-product with considerable nutritional and functional potential for sustainable food fermentation. This study evaluated the feasibility of using jackfruit seed flour as a partial…
Journal
Fermentation
Thai researchers
Nyan Minn Paing · Witsaponr Jorsungnoen · Sumittra Thaingoea · Shankar Neupane · Do Quyen Nguyen
Salmonella is a major foodborne pathogen associated with poultry and poultry products, posing significant public health risks and contributing to the global burden of antimicrobial resistance. In Nekemte, Western Ethiopia, data on its molec…
This study evaluated the effects of precision dietary crude protein (CP) reduction through corn dust substitution for soybean meal on lactational performance, milk fatty acid composition, and antioxidant status in mid-lactation dairy cows. …
Background/Objectives: Campylobacter spp. are leading causes of foodborne gastroenteritis, and small-scale poultry farms are important reservoirs of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This study investigated the prevalence of Campylobacter spp…
Journal
Antibiotics
Thai researchers
Nguyễn Thị Mỹ Nhân · Phitchayapak Wintachai · Thotsapol Thomrongsuwannakij
BACKGROUND: Prevention of zoonotic spillover requires an understanding of how human, animal, and environmental interactions shape risk in everyday life. Efforts have focused largely on surveillance and response rather than on primary preven…
Human herpesvirus-8 (HHV-8) is an oncogenic herpesvirus that poses unique challenges in solid-organ transplantation. Although uncommon, HHV-8-associated diseases including Kaposi sarcoma (KS), multicentric Castleman disease (MCD), primary e…
Background and Aim: High ambient temperature (HTa) associated with climate change poses challenges to livestock production and exacerbates greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in a self-perpetuating cycle. While HTa influences ruminal fermentatio…
Background: Anemia in pregnancy increases the risk of maternal mortality and fetal damage. The primary cause is iron deficiency. In 2018, 73.2% of pregnant women in Indonesia received iron supplements, yet anemia remained common, affecting …
Journal
INPHARNMED Journal (Indonesian Pharmacy and Natural Medicine Journal)
AIM: This study explores the challenges experienced by Malaysian nurses working in Singapore, Saudi Arabia, and Brunei. INTRODUCTION: Global nurse migration has intensified in response to workforce shortages and transnational healthcare dem…
Abstract Rabies is a critical zoonotic disease that is found throughout the world, particularly in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Once a clinical sign appears, the fatality rate rises to 100% globally. In Thailand, children under the age …
This article analyzes the 2025 Thai–Cambodian border crisis through Carl von Clausewitz’s paradoxical trinity to (1) reinterpret the clashes not as isolated skirmishes but as a limited war structured by emotion, chance, and policy, and (2) …
Co-infection between influenza and Streptococcus pneumoniae is an important public health concern, since influenza can increase susceptibility to secondary bacterial invasion and enhance bacterial transmission. We develop and analyze a comp…
The aim of this study was to determine the difference in seroprotection between fully and partially vaccinated hill tribe and stateless children aged five years in northern Thailand along with the factors associated with the absence of anti…
Pharmacogenomic (PGx) data in Thailand remain limited, and genetics-only surveys rarely quantify "realized actionability"-the overlap between actionable PGx phenotypes and real-world medication exposure. We profiled 4,662 Thai adults using …
This study proposes a conceptual framework to explore how human resource (HR) practices influence effective performance management through the mediating role of digital transformation. Drawing on a structured literature review of studies pu…
Background: Vitamin C is an essential nutrient vital for optimal human health. Previous findings have indicated the potential benefits of vitamin C on bone mineral density (BMD) and peripheral arterial quality through various mechanical pat…
Background: In 2009, China launched a new round of healthcare reform. This study aims to comprehensively evaluate the service capacity and efficiency of the Chinese healthcare system at both the national and regional levels since the reform…
Emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases affecting wildlife have highlighted the need for wildlife health surveillance (WHS), given the interconnected role of wildlife in maintaining the health of natural resources, agriculture, and hum…
The transition toward non-animal methods for vaccine quality control has accelerated in recent years, driven by scientific advances and evolving regulatory expectations. To assess the current status of replacing animal-based methods, intern…
Introduction: Unsafe abortion remains a persistent public health concern, with limited and inconsistent evidence on adverse pregnancy outcomes. This review aims to elucidate the prevalence and associated adverse maternal and newborn outcome…
ABSTRACT In this study we aimed to investigate the effects of corn silage treated with Lactiplantibacillus paraplantarum ST1 (LPL) and Limosilactobacillus fermentum N4 (LFN4) on nutrient digestibility, ruminal fermentation, and rumen microb…
Phytases are widely used in poultry nutrition to enhance phosphorus (P) utilization and reduce environmental P excretion. This study evaluated the comparative efficacy of three commercial phytases (Sunphase® (SP), Quantum Blue® (QB), and Mi…
While the nutritional benefits and social learning of tool use in primates have been widely studied, far less is known about how tool use is associated with social life. We investigated the social aspects of tool use in a hybrid population …
Background/Objectives: Salmonella enterica (S. enterica) is a major poultry-associated foodborne pathogen and a persistent public health concern. The global rise in antimicrobial resistance has accelerated the search for alternative control…
This study evaluated the water intake patterns in growing heifers fed varying dietary treatments, including concentrates with 0%, 20% and 40% rice distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS) (T1, T2, T3) and roughage consisting of wheat st…
The timing of microbial inoculant application may influence nutrient availability, plant nutrient acquisition, and grain quality in flooded rice systems. This study investigated the effects of the application timing of a ginger-fermented mi…
Bone disease is well recognized in β-thalassemia, but bone microarchitecture in α-thalassemia remains poorly characterized. We prospectively studied 86 adults with thalassemia at a tertiary center in northeast Thailand: 16 with α-thalassemi…
This study aims to examine the influence of altruistic leadership and empowering leadership to Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) through job satisfaction. A quantitative associative approach was used, based on Structural Equation Mo…
Journal
Media Ekonomi dan Manajemen
Thai researchers
Prattana Srisuk
Thai institutions
Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research
Zoonotic neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) remain a substantial but under-recognised source of human morbidity and economic concern in the Greater Mekong Subregion, particularly in settings characterised by close human-animal interaction. …
Journal
PLoS neglected tropical diseases
Thai researchers
Stuart D. Blacksell · Syseng Khounsy · Jarunee Siengsanan‐Lamont · Lida Kong · Jaison B. Kolenchery
Thai institutions
Mahidol University · Mahidol Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit
ABSTRACT Stroke remains a major public health challenge globally, with a growing burden in low and middle-income countries. Indonesia reports a high prevalence of stroke, particularly in the Special Region of Yogyakarta. However, population…
Journal
MAHESA Malahayati Health Student Journal
Thai researchers
Muhammad Abdi Riyantono · Ajeng Tias Endarti · Sumiati Bedah
OBJECTIVE: Non-pharmacological interventions (NPIs) are diverse and complex, making treatment node classification in network meta-analyses (NMAs) particularly challenging. Accurate node classification is essential, as it directly affects th…
Abstract Industrial expansion in southern Vietnam has intensified concerns regarding seasonal air pollution dynamics and associated health risks under tropical monsoon conditions. However, integrated assessments linking interannual variabil…
ABSTRACT A safe, effective, and affordable vaccine that can prevent Shigella -induced diarrhea could have a significant impact on reducing morbidity and mortality in populations at risk. WRSS1, a live attenuated Shigella sonnei vaccine cand…
Journal
mSphere
Thai researchers
Siriphan Gonwong · Nattaya Ruamsap · Samandra T. Demons
Thai institutions
Armed Forces Research Institute of Medical Science
Abstract Background As transmission declines, malaria becomes more spatially and demographically concentrated. This study investigated individual-level malaria characteristics and district-level factors associated with elimination in all 15…
Cytauxzoon banethi is one of the least characterized members of the genus Cytauxzoon and has so far been reported only from two European wildcats ( Felis silvestris ) in Romania. Consequently, its host range and geographic distribution rema…
Journal
International Journal for Parasitology Parasites and Wildlife
This study examines how highway classification in Thailand relates to crash-injury severity. Police-reported crashes from the Department of Highways (2018–2020) were analyzed using a correlated mixed ordered probit model with heterogeneity …
Background Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction requiring prompt recognition and treatment. Although increasing trends in pediatric anaphylaxis have been reported worldwide, nationwide epidemiological data from So…
ABSTRACT Wolffia globosa is an aquatic plant recognized as a sustainable protein source. This study evaluated the effects of processed dried chicken manure (DCM) on the growth, water quality, and nutritional composition of W. globosa compar…
Journal
Results in Engineering
Thai researchers
Narong Kamolrat et al. · Pichad Khejornsart · Rapeepan Yongyod
Thai institutions
Kasetsart University · Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University
Abstract Interacting supernovae probe the twilight years of massive stars, exhibiting signatures of interaction between the supernova ejecta and surrounding material expelled from the progenitor. We present the peculiar interacting supernov…
Journal
The Astrophysical Journal
Thai researchers
Samaporn Tinyanont
Thai institutions
National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are a leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide. Strengthening the capacity Community Health Workers (CHWs) is a key strategy for improving NCD prevention and control. However, its implementation re…
This study explores the global wellness tourism industry that has witnessed significant growth, with Thailand emerging as a prominent destination. This study investigates how gender influences consumer experiences and employee perceptions o…
BACKGROUND: Dengue fever remains a critical public health challenge in Thailand, with transmission dynamics driven by complex interactions between environmental and socioeconomic factors. Understanding these predictive factors is essential …
Journal
PLoS neglected tropical diseases
Thai researchers
Pikkanet Suttirat · Sudarat Chadsuthi · Supassorn Aekthong · Dominique J. Bicout · Peter Haddawy
Thai institutions
Mahidol University · Naresuan University · Mahidol Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit · Centre of Excellence in Mathematics
Background Following a major chikungunya outbreak in Foshan City, China, locally transmitted cases have been reported across the country. Research remains limited to epidemiology, transmission dynamics, vector characteristics, and risk fact…
Background and Aim: Sustainable utilization of agro-industrial byproducts offers an opportunity to reduce feed costs and dependence on conventional forages in tropical dairy production. Cassava pulp and cassava bioethanol waste are abundant…
Southeast Asia has long experienced severe air pollution, posing significant risks to public health. Contrary to global trends of declining emissions, the region’s rapid industrialization may exacerbate air quality problems. This study inve…
Solar-assisted septic tanks integrated with evacuated-tube solar collectors have been proposed as a decentralized sanitation technology capable of enhancing wastewater treatment through solar-driven thermal processes. However, the influence…
The coefficient of variation (CV) is a widely used unit-free measure for comparing variability across two or more populations, even when the data are measured on different scales. In this study, we investigate confidence and credible interv…
Journal
Symmetry
Thai researchers
Sasipong Kijsason · S Niwitpong · S Niwitpong · S Niwitpong · S Niwitpong
Thai institutions
King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok
Insect locomotion exhibits remarkable adaptability and flexibility despite the limited scale of its nervous system. However, the underlying principles that govern leg coordination remain difficult to extract and model computationally. Under…
Journal
Bioinspiration & Biomimetics
Thai researchers
Thirawat Chuthong · Poramate Manoonpong
Thai institutions
Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology
Introduction Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is an emerging transboundary disease affecting cattle and buffaloes, causing substantial economic and animal health consequences. Understanding its spatial dynamics is essential for formulating effectiv…
Abstract Background The UNDP/UNFPA/UNICEF/WHO/World Bank Special Programme of Research, Development and Research Training in Human Reproduction (HRP) has a mandate to lead in sexual and reproductive health and rights research and to support…
Multitrophic interactions can strongly influence the structure and functioning of ecosystems, but how plant diversity influences the direction and predictability of multitrophic interactions across agricultural and natural ecosystems remain…
Tropical cyclones (TCs) can elevate diarrheal disease risk yet inconsistent definitions and types of diarrheal data being used can obscure important heterogeneity. Here, we used harmonized weekly diarrheal mortality and morbidity data from …
Journal
npj natural hazards.
Thai researchers
Kraichat Tantrakarnapa
Thai institutions
Mahidol University · Mahidol Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit
Abstract Riverine floating macroplastics are considered to contribute a substantial portion of marine plastic pollution, yet the spatiotemporal, geomorphological and hydrological factors that influence river debris passage are poorly unders…
Limestone habitats in Southeast Asia often harbour narrowly distributed plant diversity, and several limestone-associated taxa of Boesenbergia require further taxonomic documentation. Field surveys and ex situ observations of living materia…
Due to their technological and functional properties, lactic acid bacteria (LAB) contribute to improving the nutritional value and extending the shelf life of food products. However, the heterogeneity, biodiversity, and complex metabolic pa…
Two-parameter exponential distribution has been widely used in research involving lifetime data, survival analysis, medical research, and reliability assessment. Since variables following this distribution are continuous, the population mea…
Countries in the Southeast Asian region have revised their national food-based dietary guidelines (FBDGs) in response to the public health and nutrition priorities. As a continuous effort to facilitate regional networking, the Southeast Asi…
The COVID-19 crisis required scientists worldwide to contribute to complex, hectic, and unfamiliar governmental decision-processes. In this Perspective, we reflect on this intense interaction between science and health policy for pandemic r…
Drought is a recurring agricultural hazard in Northeast Thailand’s floodplain environments, yet the actual values of remote sensing indices at confirmed drought locations remain poorly characterized. This study characterized six remote sens…
