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Review of 52 Studies Finds Low but Hidden Malaria Burden Among Mobile Populations in Mekong Border and Forest Areas

This synthesis mapped malaria evidence among migrant and mobile populations in the Greater Mekong Subregion across epidemiology, access, prevention, and health-system challenges. Of 847 records, 52 studies met inclusion criteria. Reported burden was generally low but highly variable, with hidden reservoirs from asymptomatic or submicroscopic infection in border and forest settings. Structural barriers contributed to delayed diagnosis, inconsistent prevention, and reliance on informal or cross-border care. The review exposes intervention-evaluation gaps rather than proving which approach works best.

Pyae Linn Aung · Ajjima Thussachan · Naing Bo Bo Min · Jetsumon SattabongkotMahidol Vivax Research Unit, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University · Department of Tropical Pediatrics, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University
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Reproductive Health and Contraceptive Implants73IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Contraceptive implant discontinuation at one year in adults and adolescents: Implications for adolescent reproductive health services

A retrospective cohort of 2,014 etonogestrel or levonorgestrel implant initiators in 2016-2021 found one-year discontinuation at 3.83 per 100 person-years overall, 2.84 in adolescents and 4.16 in adults, with no significant difference. Sequential users had lower hazard (aHR 0.29), and abnormal bleeding was the leading reason. Single-centre findings should not diminish adolescent-specific services.

Thai researchersChanaphat Tarat · Sutira Uaamnuichai · Phanupong Phutrakool · Rattawit Rattawiwat · Jade Navyvichit · Pagapan Sarapat · Charoen Taweepolcharoen · Unnop Jaisamrarn · Somsook Santibenchakul
Rare Blood-Group Genomics and Transfusion Medicine73IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Identification and protein modelling analysis of a homozygous FUT1*01W.09 variant in a Thai patient with the para‐Bombay phenotype

A single Thai para-Bombay case was studied by serology, whole-exome/Sanger sequencing and protein modelling. Homozygous FUT1 c.658C>T (p.Arg220Cys; FUT1*01W.09) accompanied ABO*B.01 and a silent FUT2 variant. Modelling suggested impaired substrate interactions without global destabilisation. The result informs compatible transfusion, but mechanism is in silico and evidence comes from one patient.

Thai researchersPrakarn Sawatdee · Oytip Nathalang · Kamphon Intharanut
Natural-Product Chemistry and EGFR Inhibition73IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Late-stage halogenation of Scortechinone D via NaX oxidation and inhibitory activity against EGFR tyrosine kinase

Thai chemists used Oxone and sodium halides for late-stage halogenation of scortechinone D, yielding three new derivatives characterised by NMR/HRMS and X-ray for the iodo compound. Compound 2 inhibited EGFR tyrosine kinase by 63.5% at 10 μM but also suppressed normal WI-38 cell growth by 58.8% at the same concentration, indicating poor selectivity and no drug-ready lead.

Thai researchersSutin Kaennakam · Warinthorn Chavasiri
Kombucha and Bioactive Delivery72IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Development and Characterization of Kombucha Tea Nanoemulsion for Stability, Bioactive Delivery, and Functional Food Applications

Chiang Mai University researchers compared green, oolong and black tea kombuchas, then formulated the stronger in-vitro antioxidant green-tea concentrate as a nanoemulsion. Mean size was 110.03 nm, encapsulation efficiency 91.66%, and physical nanoscale stability persisted for six months at 4°C, with biphasic release and uptake by three cell lines. This supports a food-ingredient platform, not human health benefit.

Thai researchersThida Kaewkod · Nitsanat Cheepchirasuk · Wipawadee Teppabut · Chayangkorn Kuntolbut · Yingmanee Tragoolpua
Motorcycle Safety and Behaviour72IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Examining the Effects of Motorcyclist Risk Behavior and Protective Behavior on Motorcycle Crash Involvement

A cross-sectional survey of 2,910 active motorcyclists used a modified MRBQ and structural equation modelling. Risk behaviour was positively associated with self-reported crash involvement, while protective behaviour was inversely associated. The authors interpret protection indirectly because equipment usually reduces injury severity rather than crash occurrence. Recall-based associations do not establish causality.

Thai researchersDissakoon Chonsalasin · Thanapong Champahom · Sajjakaj Jomnonkwao · Vatanavongs Ratanavaraha
AI Media and Stress-Relief Experience72IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

“Temporarily Forgetting Stress”: Exploring the Multimodal Features and Audience Experience of AI-Generated Psychological Healing Videos

Content analysis of 354 AI-generated 'psychological healing' videos on Douyin and interviews with 30 viewers found hand-drawn imagery, warm colours, fantasy transformations and formulaic patterns. Simpler atmosphere-first videos drew more interaction, and some users watched during anxiety or insomnia for brief relief. This describes Chinese media experience; it does not measure symptoms or establish mental-health treatment.

Thai researchersJinghong Xu
Food Microbe and Probiotic Genomics72IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Genome-guided characterization of Weissella species highlights strain-specific functional traits relevant to food fermentation and probiotics

Comparative analysis of 347 high-quality Weissella genomes across 16 species found an open pan-genome and extensive accessory diversity. EPS loci had six architectures, and stress, vitamin and GIT-tolerance markers were unevenly distributed. Most genomes lacked detectable AMR or virulence genes under applied criteria. The findings support genome-guided strain prioritisation, not in-silico certification of safety or probiotic function.

Thai researchersNattarika Chaichana · Kamonnut Singkhamanan · Monwadee Wonglapsuwan · Rattanaruji Pomwised · Komwit Surachat
Stem Cells and Dopaminergic Neurons72IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Differentiation potential of human amniotic fluid derived-mesenchymal stem cells into dopaminergic neurons

Chiang Mai University researchers induced human amniotic-fluid mesenchymal stem cells to adopt neuron-like morphology and upregulate nestin, β-III-tubulin and tyrosine hydroxylase, with corresponding immunofluorescent proteins. This shows in-vitro differentiation potential, not functional dopaminergic neurons, safety or Parkinson's disease therapy.

Thai researchersNapatsorn Thongdi · Kantirat Yaja · Napatsaree Nuttapasit · Peraphan Pothacharoen · Sirinda Aungsuchawan · Suteera Narakornsak · Waleephan Treebupachatsakul
Electrocatalysis and Urea Oxidation72IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Synergistic Combination of Triazole and BDC-MOF with TM-LDH in a One Pot for Improved Electrocatalytic Urea Oxidation

One-pot synthesis of MgZnFe-LDH with BDC-MOF or 1,2,4-triazole showed that the LDH/triazole composite formed a porous network, reduced sheet restacking and delivered up to 202 mA/cm² for urea oxidation at 1.0 M urea, with 0.41 V onset and 94% retention after 100 cycles. These are electrode tests in alkaline electrolyte, not a complete urea fuel cell.

Thai researchersRehab Mahmoud
Fluorescent Materials and Fingerprint Forensics72IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Fluorescent Carbon Dots from Cassava Peel Biomass for Enhanced Latent Fingerprint Visualization

Thai researchers converted cassava peel into fluorescent carbon dots by 360 W microwave pyrolysis for nine minutes. The dots emitted blue light at 470 nm under 365 nm excitation with 31% quantum yield. Incorporated into small-particle reagent, they visualised latent-fingerprint ridges and minutiae on glass under UV. This is a limited-surface proof of concept, not a blind forensic validation.

Thai researchersChanathip Amonthamsatid · Kamonvit Kanjanataveelap · Khunthong Klaythong · Kitima Sirivibulkovit · Phoonthawee Saetear · Thinnapong Wongpakdee
CFD and Cyclone Separators72IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Reassessment of eddy viscosity turbulence models as alternatives to Reynolds stress models for gas cyclone separator CFD simulations

This CFD study compared multiple turbulence models against experimental data for a 0.29 m Stairmand cyclone. Appropriate discretisation improved some EVMs, and realizable k-epsilon with curvature correction matched linear/quadratic pressure-strain RSM mean-flow accuracy under the studied conditions with less computation. It challenges routine RSM preference but does not cover every cyclone or particle regime.

Thai researchersPiyawut Thongnoi · Benjapon Chalermsinsuwan · Walairat Chandra-ambhorn · Patthranit Wongpromrat · Amata Anantpinijwatna · Natthawut Ruangtrakoon · Eakarach Bumrungthaichaichan · Santi Wattananusorn
Seaweed Biorefinery and Bioactive Extraction72IMPACT SIGNAL
Evidence of global relevance

Condition-Dependent Aqueous Recovery of Crude Phycoerythrin and Antioxidant-Associated Co-Extractives from Sun-Dried Halymenia Biomass

Aqueous phosphate-buffer extraction of sun-dried Halymenia durvillei found that 1:25 at 35°C for 48 hours in the first cycle best favoured phycoerythrin concentration, yield, purity index and soluble protein. Some 1:50 conditions instead favoured phenolic/flavonoid-equivalent and antioxidant responses, showing that all product targets cannot be co-optimised.

Thai researchersWanida Pan-utai · Naraporn Phomkaivon · Thidarat Pantoa · Hataichanok Kantrong · Prapat Kosawatpat · Sarn Settachaimongkon
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
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Clinical Medicine

Ambient PM2.5 and respiratory tract disorder–related outpatient visits among healthcare workers: an ecological time-series study

BMC Public Health

Thailand-affiliated authors
Chaturon Tangsangwornthamma · Sivakorn Suntinipanon · Chathaya Wongrathanandha · Natnaree Aimyong
Institutions
Ramathibodi Hospital · Mahidol University
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Clinical Medicine

Clinical Prognostic Factors and Survival Risk Stratification for Advanced Biliary Tract Cancer Treated with Gemcitabine-Based Palliative Chemotherapy: A Real-World Retrospective Study

Life

Thailand-affiliated authors
Jirapat Wonglhow · Arunee Dechaphunkul · Patrapim Sunpaweravong · Chirawadee Sathitruangsak · Panu Wetwittayakhlang
Institutions
Prince of Songkla University
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Clinical Medicine

A Proteomic Study Reveals the Relationship Between Arterial Stiffness and Hyperglycemia in Middle-Aged Obese Men

Clinical Diabetology

Thailand-affiliated authors
Thanutchaporn Nutmakul · Nontawit Auppawat · Sittiruk Roytrakul · Jintana Sirivarasai · Sirasa Ruangritchankul · Wutarak Monsuwan
Institutions
Ramathibodi Hospital · National Science and Technology Development Agency
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Clinical Medicine

Skipjack tuna bone-derived biocalcium ameliorates osteoblast and osteoclast differentiation through microRNA21 regulation

iScience

Thailand-affiliated authors
Sompot Jantarawong · Sudarat Phuntong · Saowapak Kanobthammakul · Papitchaya Watcharanurak · Jidapa Szekely · Jedsada Kaewrakmuk · Eakolarn Chotianuson · Doungporn Amornlerdpison · Chutima S. Vaddhanaphuti · Theeraphol Senphan · Yutthana Pengjam
Institutions
Prince of Songkla University · Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University · Maejo University · Chiang Mai University
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Clinical Medicine

Effects of Fine Particulate Matter on Systemic Inflammatory Biomarkers in Elderly Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Versus the Healthy Elderly: A Pilot Study

International Journal of Molecular Sciences

Thailand-affiliated authors
Warawut Chaiwong · Chalerm Liwsrisakun · Pilaiporn Duangjit · Juthamas Inchai · Chaiwat Bumroongkit · Athavudh Deesomchok · Theerakorn Theerakittikul · Atikun Limsukon · Pattraporn Tajarernmuang · Nutchanok Niyatiwatchanchai · Konlawij Trongtrakul · Chittrawadee Chitchun · Nipon Chattipakorn · Siriporn C. Chattipakorn · Nattayaporn Apaijai · Chaicharn Pothirat
Institutions
Chiang Mai University
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Clinical Medicine

Abalone-derived dermatopontin and its RFK-containing peptide promote osteogenesis via TGF-β/Smad signaling pathway

International Journal of Biological Macromolecules

Thailand-affiliated authors
Purimpuch Soongnart · Supawich Boonkua · Orawan Thongsum · Rueangtip Chantunmapitak · Primwadee Wichienwat · Pan Soonsawad · Wattana Weerachatyanukul · Aungkura Supokawej · Somluk Asuvapongpatana
Institutions
Mahidol University · Thammasat University · Mahamakut Buddhist University
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Multidisciplinary

Nanoclay, calcium alginate, and composite soil amendments mitigate drought effects on wheat growth and water-use efficiency

Frontiers in Plant Science

Thailand-affiliated authors
Khalifa M. Alteneiji · Razan F. Alhammadi · Lamya Alsuwaidi · Walid Abo Baker · Mohammad A. Al-Faqieh
Institutions
Department of Livestock Development
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Clinical Medicine

Organic UV Filter Exposure in Children of Indonesia, Thailand, and Saudi Arabia – Urinary Concentrations, Risks, and Potential Sources

Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management

Thailand-affiliated authors
Kraichat Tantrakarnapa · Wissanupong Kliengchuay
Institutions
Mahidol Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit
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Clinical Medicine

Investigation of Oncogenic Gene Mutation and Associated Protein Expression in Ameloblastic Carcinoma

Oral Diseases

Thailand-affiliated authors
Puangwan Lapthanasupkul · Jintana Pankam · Siribang-on Piboonniyom Khovidhunkit · Prapapun Seneetuntigul · Nakarin Kitkumthorn
Institutions
Mahidol University · Ministry of Public Health · Burapha University
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Clinical Medicine

Late-follicular androgen and estrogen rise associated with clinical pregnancy in IVF/ICSI with granulosa cell studies

Reproduction and Fertility

Thailand-affiliated authors
Rungnapa Sririwichitchai · Chantacha Sitticharoon · Issarawan Keadkraichaiwat · Pailin Maikaew · Suchawadee Chanheng · Somsin Petyim
Institutions
Siriraj Hospital
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Clinical Medicine

Combined podocyte, fibrotic and echocardiographic correlates of an operationally defined subclinical cardiorenal phenotype in chronic kidney disease: an exploratory study

Renal Failure

Thailand-affiliated authors
Ulugbek Ochilov
Institutions
Asia Pacific International University
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Fundamental Science

L-shell X-ray production cross sections for thick silver targets induced by MeV Cuq+ ions with velocities well below the Ag L-shell Bohr velocity

Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research Section B Beam Interactions with Materials and Atoms

Thailand-affiliated authors
J. Hussain · L.D. Yu · U. Tippawan
Institutions
Chiang Mai University · Thailand Center of Excellence in Physics
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Multidisciplinary

Effects of Reactive Footwork Training Versus Simple-Reaction Training on Lower-Extremity Motor Coordination, Dynamic Balance, and Cognitive Screening Scores in University Sport Science Students: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial

Sports

Thailand-affiliated authors
Arisa Sespheng · Kantapong Kaewmuan · Pitak Chaimiphak · Thanakrit Mekkeaw · Suttinee Petmunee · Saithip Piyatammakun · Thanatchaporn Putthikrittayakarn · Nurfajjaree Loteh · Natkanlaya Nonthanapapol
Institutions
Walailak University
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Multidisciplinary

PHOTOLUMINESCENCE AND SCINTILLATION PROPERTIES OF CE-DOPED Lu0.5Gd0.5AlO3 SINGLE CRYSTALS GROWTH BY FLOATING ZONE METHOD

Suranaree Journal of Science and Technology

Thailand-affiliated authors
Tharittawat Tharasook · Prom Kantuptim
Institutions
Kasetsart University
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Clinical Medicine

Evaluation of pyocin activity and pyocin-related gene distribution in multidrug- and extensively drug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates from Thailand

PeerJ

Thailand-affiliated authors
Phatcharin Laosena · Punthira Suppaiboolkij · Pornpavee Nualnisachol · Jiraphan Premsuriya
Institutions
Chulabhorn Royal Academy · Kasetsart University · Chulabhorn Graduate Institute · Chulabhorn Hospital
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Clinical Medicine

Foot Shape in Women With and Without Hallux Valgus Determined Using 3‐Dimensional Foot Scanning

Journal of Foot and Ankle Research

Thailand-affiliated authors
Hylton B. Menz
Institutions
Chulalongkorn University
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Clinical Medicine

Optimized Self‐Healing and Antioxidant Hydrogels Based on Gallic Acid–Blended Quaternized Chitosan and Oxidized Pectin for Potential Wound Dressing Applications

Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A

Thailand-affiliated authors
Porntipa Pankongadisak · Kitipong Kiti · Pimpakan Faijai · Mueanchan Chanmontri · Orawan Suwantong
Institutions
Mae Fah Luang University
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Multidisciplinary

Development of Indomethacin Nanostructure Lipid Carrier Incorporated in Emulgel

Journal of Health Science and Medical Research

Thailand-affiliated authors
Kanokwan Singpanna · Prasopchai Patrojanasophon · Chaiyakarn Pornpitchanarong · Nattanit Aekwattanaphol · Chanwit Changcharoensuk · Peerapat Chidchai
Institutions
Siam University · Silpakorn University · Prince of Songkla University
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Clinical Medicine

Dysregulation of the miR-29c-3p/collagen axis induces spermatogenic failure in heat stress and non-obstructive azoospermia

Asian Journal of Andrology

Thailand-affiliated authors
Shou‐Bo Zhang
Institutions
Police General Hospital
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Clinical Medicine

UHPLC/QTOF-mass spectrometry-based metabolomic analysis of Riceberry during simulated in vitro digestion

Acta Alimentaria

Thailand-affiliated authors
S. Punyauppa-Path · S. Phupaboon · W. Pilap · U. Thonsri · P. Kiatprasert · Patcharee Boonsiri
Institutions
Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, Surin Campus · Mahasarakham University · Thammasat University · Khon Kaen University
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Clinical Medicine

Caregiver Coaching in Occupational Therapy–Led Early Intervention: A Scoping Review

Child Care Health and Development

Thailand-affiliated authors
Krongporn Chinchai · Thapanee Panunpang · Chirathip Thawisuk · Rujira Jaikaew
Institutions
Chiang Mai University
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Engineering

Coupled effects of center-of-gravity position and added mass on vortex-induced vibration and galloping-based hydrokinetic piezoelectric energy harvesting

Applied Physics Letters

Thailand-affiliated authors
Patcharakon Siriyothai · Chartsiri Rujasiri · Chawalit Kittichaikarn
Institutions
Kasetsart University
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Global Public Health

Molecular detection and multilocus genotyping of Toxoplasma gondii in archived stray-cat fecal DNA from central and western Thailand

Veterinary World

Thailand-affiliated authors
Ruenruetai Udonsom · Aongart Mahittikorn · Supaluk Popruk
Institutions
Mahidol University
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Digital Health

Representation learning for low-data protein fitness prediction using sequence–structure embeddings and graph neural networks

Scientific Reports

Thailand-affiliated authors
Chanoknun Phunnasorn · Narupat Hongdilokkul · Wasakorn Laesanklang · Charin Modchang · Tipaluck Krityakierne
Institutions
Mahidol University · Centre of Excellence in Mathematics · Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation

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