Plenary Speakers
Prof. Dr. Hiroshi Takagi Nara Institute of Science and Technology, Japan scopus
Topic: Functional amino acids engineering in yeast: From metabolic regulations to biotechnological applications
Prof. Dr. Stephen B. Pointing Yale-NUS College, Singapore scopus
Topic: Intertidal microbial dynamics in response to the 2024 Pasir Panjang oil spill in Singapore
Prof. Dr. Hideaki Nojiri The University of Tokyo, Japan scopus
Topic: Application of a novel screening method for degrading bacteria reveals unknown microbial functions and interactions
Prof. Dr. Fitnat Yildiz University of California, Santa Cruz, USA scopus
Topic: Mechanisms and regulation of biofilm formation in Vibrio cholerae
Prof. Dr. Kohsuke Honda The University of Osaka, Japan scopus
Topic: Design and implementation of synthetic metabolic pathways outside the cells
Dr. Natphasuth Patthirasinsiri Chairman of Biotech Industry Club, The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), Thailand
Topic: TBD
Invited Speakers
Prof. Dr. Timothy Mahony The University of Queensland, Australia scopus
Topic: The application of RNA technologies to drive innovations in animal health
Prof. Dr. Robert Duran University of Pau, France scopus
Topic: Microbial ecology of contaminated environments
Dr. Dimas Andrianto IPB University, Indonesia, Indonesia scopus
Topic: ffect of NPK fertilization on water physicochemical properties and the nutritional composition of Ulva lactuca
Dr. Heti Mulyati IPB University, Indonesia, Indonesia scopus
Topic: Supply chain of seaweed and its impact on bioprospecting
Prof. Iriani Setyaningsih IPB University, Indonesia, Indonesia scopus
Topic: Productivity and bioactivity of Spirulina cultivated in inclined plastic column photobioreactor
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kustiariyah Tarman International Research Institute for Maritime, Ocean and Fisheries, IPB University, Indonesia scopus
Topic: Antibacterial activity and fatty acid content of mangrove-derived Thraustochytrids
Asst. Prof. Dr. Novriyandi Hanif Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, IPB University, Bogor, Indonesia , Indonesia scopus
Topic: The next generation of integrated eco-friendly anti-biofouling and anti-biocorrosion marine natural products
Dr. Rizfi Fariz Pari IPB University, Indonesia, Indonesia scopus
Topic: Amorphous cellulose nanofiber from green seaweed Ulva lactuca prepared with hydrophobic deep eutectic solvent and in silico characterization
Dr. Eng. Safrina Dyah Hardiningtyas Department of Aquatic Product Technology, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences, IPB University (Bogor Agricultural University), Indonesia , Indonesia scopus
Topic: Phycocyanin from Spirulina platensis: A green-derived bioactive for skin protection and nanocosmetic innovation
Prof. Dr. Sri Suharti Bogor Agricultural University, Indonesia scopus
Topic: Fiber digestibility in the In Vitro rumen fermentation with the presence of marine endophytic fungi
Prof. Dr. Hakuto Kageyama Meijo University, Japan scopus
Topic: Biosynthetic regulation and biological activities of UV-absorbing compounds in cyanobacteria
Prof. Dr. Hiroshi Shimizu The University of Osaka, Japan scopus
Topic: In silico design and experimental analysis of metabolic pathways for microbial bioproduction
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Masaki Honda Meijo University, Japan scopus
Topic: Potential applications of Z-isomer-enriched carotenoids in the food, cosmetic, and feed industries
Prof. Dr. Masaki Mizunuma Hiroshima University, Japan scopus
Topic: Lifespan extension mediated by methionine metabolite
Prof. Dr. Michiya Matsusaki The University of Osaka, Japan scopus
Topic: Dynamic regulation of cells and extracellular matrix for tissue engineering
Dr. Nobuyuki Kijima National Agriculture and Food Research Organization (NARO), Japan scopus
Topic: AMR in the agricultural environment
Prof. Dr. Yoichi Honda Kyoto University, Japan scopus
Topic: Recent progress and prospects in molecular genetics and application of mushroom-forming fungus, Pleurotus ostreatus
Prof. Dr. Shinya Kodani Shizuoka University, Japan scopus
Topic: Strategy for heterologous production of new peptides based on genome mining
Prof. Dr. Takeharu Tsuge Institute of Science Tokyo, Japan scopus
Topic: Polyhydroxyalkanoates production by recombinant Ralstonia eutropha from CO2 as sole carbon source
Assoc.Prof. Dr. Hui-min Neoh Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia scopus
Topic: Harnessing biotechnology for antimicrobial resistance surveillance and detection: patient to environment; genotyping to genome sequencing
Prof. Dr. Kumar Sudesh Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia scopus
Topic: Efficient production and characteristics of biobased and biodegradable polyhydroxyalkanoates from oil palm wastes
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Noorjahan Banu Alitheen Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia scopus
Topic: Ameliorative effect of Lactobacillus paracasei HBUAS52231 on spatial learning and memory of D-Galactose-induced aging mice
Dr. Nurzila Ab Latif Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia scopus
Topic: GC-MS profiling of Piper sarmentosum: Impact of solvent selection on phytochemical extraction
Prof. Dr. Beom Soo Kim Chungbuk National, South Korea scopus
Topic: Production of nicotinamide mononucleotide by high cell density culture of metabolically engineered Escherichia coli
Prof. Dr. Shen-Long Tsai National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan scopus
Topic: Harnessing synthetic microbial consortia for advanced bioprocessing applications
Prof. Dr. Si-Yu Li National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan scopus
Topic: Towards sustainable solutions: advancing biodegradable materials in Asia
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yi-Chen Ethan Li Feng Chia University, Taiwan scopus
Topic: Microfluidics for stem cell-on-a-chip applications
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ariya Chindamporn Chulalongkorn University, Thailand scopus
Topic: Clinical insights on antifungal resistance in Thailand
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Inthawoot Suppavorasatit Chulalongkorn University, Thailand scopus
Topic: Flavor formation during food fermentation
Dr. Jirasin Koonthongkaew Chulalongkorn University, Thailand scopus
Topic: Development of Saccharomyces cerevisiae strain for isobutanol production from an osmotolerant and ethanol-producing yeast
Dr. Nitsara Karoonuthaisiri The National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC), Thailand scopus
Topic: mycoSMART: a portable device for multiplex detection of mycotoxins
Assist. Prof. Dr. Nuttapon Pombubpa Chulalongkorn University, Thailand scopus
Topic: SEA-ARMI - Fungal AMR across southeast Asia
Dr. Pinidphon Prombutara Modgut Co. Ltd., Thailand scopus
Topic: Microbiome-based business opportunities: What are the next steps following a decade of research on the human gut microbiome?
Asst. Prof. Dr. Rath Pichyangkura Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, Thailand scopus
Topic: Applications of marine chitin and chitosan in Thailand
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saharuetai Jeamsripong Chulalongkorn University, Thailand scopus
Topic: Tackling antifungal resistance: bridging environmental and veterinary health through aquaculture insights
Dr. Sorawit Powtongsook Principal Researcher, Thailand scopus
Topic: Cultivation and application of cyclopoid copepod in fish and shrimp hatcheries
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soraya Chaturongakul Mahidol University, Thailand scopus
Topic: Diversity of MDR Enterobacteriaceae in Thai meat products
Prof. Dr. Wanchai Assavalapsakul Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand scopus
Topic: Recombinant proteins for aquatic science in Thailand: Challenges and opportunities
Prof. Dr. Arinthip Thamchaipenet Kasetsart University, Thailand scopus
Topic: Wolffia globosa microbiome benefits vitamin B12 production
Assist. Prof. Dr. Jomkhwan Meerak Chiang Mai University and BIRTH 2022 Co. Ltd., Thailand scopus
Topic: Immune Boosting Cold Brew Coffee: Future beverage trends but more sustainable
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Naraporn Somboonna Chulalongkorn University and AL-DNA Co. Ltd., Thailand scopus
Topic: AL-DNA and THANARA skin microbiome products
Prof. Dr. Nuttha Thongchul Institute of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand scopus
Topic: Job opportunities + research fundings for microbiologists/ biotechnologists
Dr. Phatthanon Prasitchoke Specialist – Biotechnology, PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited, Thailand scopus
Topic: Opportunities for industrial biotechnology in Thailand
Dr. Prakaipetch Kitiyanan Director - Specialty Business, Thai Wah Public Company Limited, Thailand
Topic: Job opportunities and research funding for microbiologists/ biotechnologists at Thai Wah PLC
Dr. Supattra Treerattrakool Mahidol University, Thailand scopus
Topic: Biologics and its application in shrimp
Prof. Dr. Tavan Janvilisri Chulalongkorn University, Thailand scopus
Topic: We gotta start somewhere, right? A small step of cultured meat research in Thailand
Dr. Worawan Watthanathadakit Senior CVC Analyst, Bangchak Initiative and Innovation Center (BiiC), Thailand
Topic: Why startups need more than capital: Scaling SynBio with strategic corporate partnerships
Prof. Dr. Neil Gow University of Exeter, UK scopus
Topic: Antifungal resistance in a one health context: Global challenges and opportunities
Prof. Dr. Tuck Seng Wong The University of Sheffield, UK scopus
Topic: Advancing industrial biotechnology through adaptive laboratory evolution
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Salvador Almagro-Moreno St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, USA scopus
Topic: Emergence of pandemic Vibrio cholerae: Molecular drivers and evolutionary bottlenecks