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A dispute over the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) chairman Dr Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck's eligibility has escalated, with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul signing a submission seeking a Royal Command for his removal.

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Troubled NBTC head presents new evidence

Dr Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck, chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), unveiled new evidence on Tuesday to counter the verdict of the selection committee, which voted to disqualify him from office over his failure to resign from posts prohibited by law.

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Analyst: Telecom schism stalls agenda

The government should wield its legal power to rescue the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) from an alleged lack of unity among commissioners, which is stalling some critical national digital agendas, says a telecom and regulatory law analyst who requested anonymity.

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NBTC head faces questions about qualifications

The leadership of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has been plunged into legal hot water after a former Senate oversight committee member provided testimony alleging the NBTC chairman, Dr Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck, lacks the legal qualifications to hold office.

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Doctor hit by British motorcyclist on Koh Phangan dies

A doctor critically injured by a motorcycle ridden by a foreigner on Koh Phangan last month died on Sunday.

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Doctor hit by British motorcyclist on Koh Phangan has died

A highly respected medical specialist critically injured by a motorcycle ridden by a foreigner on Koh Phangan last month died on Sunday.

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Distinguished clinician and scientist who was a leading figure in the treatment of malaria worldwide

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5 universities join 'Times' top 100 list

Five Thai universities have secured spots in the Top 100 of the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, which evaluated institutions based on their contributions to the United Nations

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Former health minister Udomsilp Srisangnam dies

Professor Dr Udomsilp Srisangnam, an adviser to the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth) and former public health minister, died on Tuesday aged 80, his daughter Ploypraew Srisaengnam announced on her Facebook page.

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AI to aid forensic work in tackling sex crimes

Researchers from the Faculty of Engineering, Mahidol University, will introduce AI to improve forensic sciences for sex-related crimes.

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Uni rolls out novel treatment

Mahidol University has introduced Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) modified T-cell therapy to treat B-cell leukaemia, making Thailand the first in the Asean to adopt this cutting-edge technique.

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Ambitious plan for SRT land

The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) plans to turn 148 rai of land around Thon Buri railway station into a medical complex with the aim of creating a green environment.

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Cashing in on superstition

In an uncertain world, people become anxious or worried for various reasons, including emerging diseases and epidemics, high living costs, war and job instability.

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Students unveil 'healthy' noodle option

A student team from Mahidol University has created instant noodles fortified with chitosan extracted from shrimp shells for health benefits.

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'Innovative nurses' draw on hi-tech

Mahidol University is about to launch the second year of its pioneering doctorate course in "Innovative Nursing".

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Innobic to market special sauce that 'hides' veggies

Innobic (Asia), the life science arm of national oil and gas conglomerate PTT Plc, will commercialise sauce son phak (vegetables hidden in sauce), a new health product developed by researchers at Mahidol University for people who dislike vegetables.

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Jazz in conference

There's excited conversation among jazz lovers around the upcoming "Thailand International Jazz Conference (TIJC) 2023" at the College of Music, Mahidol University, Salaya campus. The event takes place Friday to Sunday, daily from 10am to 11pm.

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Agilent empowers Thailand’s research frontier

Agilent Technologies, a global laboratory technology provider, is driving growth in the Thai market where research investment is burgeoning through the support of new advanced technologies and collaboration with local partners.

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FDA: Nasal spray product 'not anti-Covid'

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says it would take legal action against advertisements that mislead the public into believing that a nasal spray product can prevent or treat Covid-19.

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Hospital confirms first case of vape-linked lung infection

Thailand has found its first confirmed case of vaping-associated lung injury (Evali), according to Winai Wananukul, Chief of the Internal Medicine Division at Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University.

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The high price of sodium

To raise awareness and encourage manufacturers to reduce salt and sodium in food products, the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (Thai Health) organised a forum titled "Reducing Salt/Sodium Consumption In Thailand" at the Thai Health office. At the forum, Dr Chantana Ungchusak, chairman of the board of healthy food planning, said…

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Crypto scam alarms ring

The widespread impact of cryptocurrency investment scams that have hit the headlines in recent weeks highlights the need for improved financial literacy among investors, especially the young, as well as tougher regulations to prevent these financial crimes.

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Capitalising on global wellness

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the spread of other viruses, including Monkeypox and Laywi, people's lifestyles have changed. Their focus has shifted to living a healthy lifestyle. Now people invest more to keep themselves physically and mentally healthy.

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TPO plans its 'Phenomenal Finale' with guest violinist Lana Trotovšek

The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra will conclude its 2021-2022 season in style with a tale of two cities during the "Phenomenal Finale" at Prince Mahidol Hall of Mahidol University, Salaya campus, on Friday at 7pm and Saturday at 4pm.

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NRCT develops new breathalyser test based on old diabetes device

The National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) has introduced a prototype of a breathalyser that can detect those infected with Covid-19 with 97% accuracy.

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