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Evidence of global relevance

Migrant TB Patients Chose Months-Long Sanatorium Care to Pursue Cure Amid Cost, Transport, and Documentation Barriers

This multi-perspective qualitative study at the SMRU tuberculosis sanatorium in Mae Ramat, Tak Province, examined why migrants choose long residential treatment. It included 37 unique patients—33 who chose the sanatorium and four who chose community DOTS—plus five health workers. Three themes organized the findings: desire for cure, barriers to diagnosis and treatment, and community and organizational support.

Jindaporn Wirachonphaophong · Hai Ti Ti · Nay Kaw Htoo · Kanjana Winyoorat · Cha Ba · San Soe · Suphak Nosten · Htet Ko Ko Aung · Sein Sein Thi · Francois NostenShoklo Malaria Research Unit (SMRU) · Mahidol Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit (MORU)
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In-depth research analyses

Source-verified editorial analyses, ordered by latest publication date

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Infectious Disease Surveillance72IMPACT SIGNAL
National surveillance evidence

Japan's invasive meningococcal cases fell to one during COVID-19, then rebounded to 68 in 2025

Japan's national surveillance from January 2017 to October 2025 identified 288 IMD cases across pre-pandemic, pandemic and reopening phases. Cases fell from 48 in 2019 to one in 2021, then rose to 66 in 2024 and 68 by October 2025. Older adults consistently accounted for the most cases, adolescents clearly rebounded, and Tokyo rose more than Osaka/Kansai. No Expo-specific surge appeared. Cases and inbound travel had Spearman rho 1.000, although most infections were domestically acquired.

Thai researchersY. Chen; Hirotake Mori; Rapeephan R. Maude
Biomedical Additive Manufacturing72IMPACT SIGNAL
Laboratory mechanical prototype

RaLak titanium lattices tune stiffness and energy absorption to better mimic bone

Solid metallic implants are much stiffer than bone and can cause stress shielding. A Ti6Al4V bio-inspired lattice called RaLak was laser-powder-bed-fused at 20% and 30% relative density and 2-4-mm cells and compared with gyroid and diamond TPMS. RaLak improved the stiffness-energy-absorption balance; at 30% density and 4-mm cells it absorbed about 50% more energy than gyroid. Its hybrid architecture promoted uniform stress and progressive deformation, and modified Gibson-Ashby models linked geometry to response.

Thai researchersChinnapat Panwisawas
AI and Sustainable Tourism72IMPACT SIGNAL
Behavioral experimental evidence

Two experiments suggest GenAI can reduce overload in sustainable travel choices

Two experiments covered trip planning and on-site shopping to test whether GenAI helps users navigate abundant eco-certified options. More advanced tools reduced perceived information overload and improved decision-making. Greater trust related to well-being and intention to use GenAI, while lower perceived decision risk also related to intention. The authors report more eco-responsible choices, but the abstract does not clarify whether behavior was consequential or self-reported.

Thai researchersLars Meyer-Waarden
Geriatric Dentistry72IMPACT SIGNAL
Systematic review and meta-analysis

Implant-supported prostheses produced stronger functional gains for older adults with tooth loss

From 7,654 records, 24 studies with 1,711 adults aged at least 65 and prosthesis use for six months were included. Fourteen studies assessed mastication and bite force. Complete dentures gave modest gains, while implant overdentures produced higher performance and bite force with more consistent long-term improvement. Across 18 PROM studies, implant overdentures and fixed full-arch prostheses produced the largest oral-health quality-of-life gains; complete and removable partial dentures had smaller positive changes. Subjective chewing improved over 6-12 months with high heterogeneity.

Thai researchersFrauke Müller
Climate and Health72IMPACT SIGNAL
Regional scoping-review evidence

Heat raises health risks across ASEAN, while heatwave definitions and geographic evidence remain fragmented

This scoping review included 76 Southeast Asian studies published since 2000: 28 mortality, 38 morbidity and 10 effect-modification studies. Minimum-risk temperatures and thresholds varied widely by location and outcome. Reported relative risks ranged from 1.02 for all-cause admission in Vietnam to 4.21 for dengue in Laos, but these outcomes are not directly comparable. Relationships were often nonlinear, evidence for heat-air pollution synergy was mixed, immediate effects were stronger for NCDs, and some dengue studies reported long lags.

Thai researchersHtoo Wai Aung; Wissanupong Kliengchuay; Sarima Niampradit; Paweena Aendo; Thant Sin Aye; Siriphat Intrakun; Dumrongkiet Arthan; Khuanchai Koompapong; Kraichat Tantrakarnapa
Biopolymer Films and Packaging72IMPACT SIGNAL
Laboratory materials evidence

Calcium alginate powder increased thermo-compressed sodium-alginate film strength by 208%

Seaweed-derived alginate is biodegradable and biocompatible, but sodium-alginate films are mechanically weak. With glycerol plasticizer, calcium-alginate powder at 2.5-20 wt% was added before thermo-compression. SEM/EDS indicated good interfaces and moisture declined with CA content. At 20 wt%, tensile strength reached 11.7 MPa and modulus 234.7 MPa, increases of 208% and 907% over unfilled SA, showing effective reinforcement by an ionically distinct alginate filler.

Thai researchersPrasong Srihanam; Wilaiwan Simchuer; Yodthong Baimark
Biomass Fuels72IMPACT SIGNAL
Pilot-scale energy evidence

Pilot vibrating torrefaction upgraded Thai rubberwood and corn wastes to 22.4-MJ/kg fuel pellets

A pilot vibrating torrefaction system processed rubberwood- and corn-waste pellets at 220-300°C for 16 or 30 minutes. Greater severity increased HHV to 22.4 MJ/kg, about 20% above raw pellets, and improved grindability and moisture resistance, while mass and energy yields declined. Specific electricity use was 624-1,161 kWh per product tonne and preliminary cost THB 8,000-11,000/t including capital, feedstock and electricity, demonstrating both technical feasibility and economic tradeoffs.

Thai researchersSuneerat Fukuda; Jaggapan Sanduang; Supachita Krerkkaiwan
Environmental and Energy Economics72IMPACT SIGNAL
Long-run econometric evidence

India's 1969-2023 data link nuclear energy and human capital with lower ecological pressure

The study integrates CO2 emissions, ecological footprint and load-capacity factor to represent emissions, resource demand and regenerative capacity in India. Annual 1969-2023 data were analyzed with ARDL bounds testing and robustness estimators including FMOLS, DOLS and canonical cointegration regression. Results supported Environmental Kuznets and Load Capacity curves. Nuclear energy and human capital were associated with improved long-run environmental performance, while economic growth and natural-gas consumption were associated with greater pressure.

Thai researchersBablu Kumar Dhar
Functional Foods and Microbiome72IMPACT SIGNAL
Mechanisms and applications review

Postbiotics may be more stable than probiotics, but health evidence must remain product specific

Postbiotics are preparations of inanimate microorganisms and/or components conferring a health benefit, while paraprobiotics often refer to inactivated cells. The review covers cell-wall fragments, metabolites and signaling molecules, proposed barrier, immune and microbiome mechanisms, and human and animal nutrition applications. Stability, storage and risks associated with live organisms may improve over probiotics, but heterogeneous strains and processing prevent class-wide efficacy claims.

Thai researchersMuhammad Waqar
Waste to Energy72IMPACT SIGNAL
Laboratory pyrolysis evidence

Pyrolysis converted waste-cooking-oil sludge into fuel fractions and biochar

Sludge from waste-cooking-oil pretreatment for biodiesel is organic-rich but low value. Pyrolysis separated it into liquid, gas and carbon-rich solid. Light, middle and heavy liquid cuts had higher heating values of 44.3-44.6 MJ/kg, while gas reached a 53.6 MJ/Nm3 Wobbe Index suitable for thermal applications. Higher temperature shifted yield from liquid to gas. Biochar retained energy and carbon-storage potential, but salinity and alkali constrain land use.

Thai researchersNathawat Unsomsri; Songkran Wiriyasart; Pachara Koedthong; Natcha Yongying; Paranee Sriromreun; Sommas Kaewluan
Functional Beverages72IMPACT SIGNAL
Food process and formulation evidence

Pectinase optimization prioritized bioactive recovery before developing a three-fruit beverage

Date juice was extracted with 0.1% pectinase at 50-80°C for 60-240 minutes. Fifty degrees for 60 minutes was selected for functional quality, yielding 326.33 mg GAE/100 mL phenolics, 1.08 mg beta-carotene equivalents/100 mL carotenoids and strong DPPH/FRAP activity, although maximum 81.25% yield occurred at 60°C for 240 minutes. Six simplex-lattice beverage blends were developed; the 70% date and 15% each of two companion fruits scored highest at 6.50. All blends improved measured bioactives versus control with stable pH and acidity.

Thai researchersSaeid Jafari; Pitchaya Tuntiteeraboon; Isaya Kijpatanasilp; Sochannet Chheng; Kitipong Assatarakul
Biobased Energy Materials73IMPACT SIGNAL
Laboratory electrolyte evidence

Alginate-lignin raised ionic conductivity in a biobased gel electrolyte by nearly fourteenfold

A green gel polymer electrolyte combining sodium alginate, lignin and Na2SO4 was compositionally optimized. Conductivity reached 2.91×10^-4 S/cm versus 2.09×10^-5 S/cm in the baseline, about a 13.9-fold increase. Dielectric and electric-modulus analysis indicated shorter relaxation and improved carrier dynamics, ionic transference reached 0.98, and the stability window reached 2.85 V. Excess salt caused ion association and reduced transport.

Thai researchersEverton Granemann Souza
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
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Constructing collective identity through Theravāda Buddhism: religious memory, monastic authority, and sacred infrastructure among the Bulang community in Southwest China

Frontiers in Sociology

Thailand-affiliated authors
Yan Wenen · Yaoping Liu
Institutions
Rajamangala University of Technology Krungthep
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Traditional Local Dress and the Promotion of “Malayness” in the Southern Border Provinces of Thailand

วารสารศิลปศาสตร์ มหาวิทยาลัยธรรมศาสตร์

Thailand-affiliated authors
Munirah Yamirudeng · Abdonloh Khreeda-oh
Institutions
Prince of Songkla University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Environmental Engineering

The CMIP6-downscaled CORDEX-Southeast Asia (SEA) ensemble: evaluation and benchmarking for megacities of SEA

Geoscientific model development

Thailand-affiliated authors
Jerasorn Santisirisomboon
Institutions
Ramkhamhaeng University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Factors Affecting the Emotional Intelligence of Children in Early Childhood in Thailand

Suranaree Journal of Social Science

Thailand-affiliated authors
Kullachat Pantuworakul · Mesa Nuansri
Institutions
Valaya Alongkorn Rajabhat University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Technology-enhanced Simulation for Developing Nursing Competencies and Digital Intelligence

The Electronic Journal of e-Learning

Thailand-affiliated authors
Prakob Koraneekij · Sresuda Wongwiseskul
Institutions
Chulalongkorn University · Suan Dusit University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Multi-Party Governance of Older Adult Care and Implications for Gerontological Social Work in Central China

Journal of Population and Social Studies

Thailand-affiliated authors
Peng Li · Chokchai Suttawet
Institutions
Huachiew Chalermprakiet University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Association between short-form video media use and inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, and oppositional defiant symptoms in Thai preschool children

BMC Public Health

Thailand-affiliated authors
Krittisak Anuroj · Vasini Aroonkamonsri
Institutions
Srinakharinwirot University · ChiangRai Prachanukroh Hospital
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Exploring External Influences on Women’s Entrepreneurial Intention: Evidence from Women-Owned Restaurant Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in Northeastern Thailand

Suranaree Journal of Social Science

Thailand-affiliated authors
Chanikan Suparsuk · Wannapa Naburana
Institutions
Suranaree University of Technology
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Environmental Learning Pathways to Pro-Environmental Intentions and Reported Behaviors Among Indigenous Youth in Thailand: A Mixed-Methods Study

Sustainability

Thailand-affiliated authors
Sukanya Sereenonchai · Noppol Arunrat
Institutions
Mahidol University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Sustainable Learning Through Outcome-Based Online Education

Ubiquitous Learning An International Journal

Thailand-affiliated authors
Xichang Huang · Yuan‐Cheng Chang
Institutions
Dhurakij Pundit University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) TOOL USE VERSUS EXPERT-LED INSTRUCTION IN PRECLINICAL MEDICAL EDUCATION: A CROSSSECTIONAL SURVEY OF STUDENT EXPERIENCE, PERCEPTIONS, AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE

Journal of Southeast Asian Medical Research

Thailand-affiliated authors
Pitchaporn Cheevaidsarakul · Nawachai Lertvivatpong
Institutions
Phramongkutklao Hospital
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Trust, Acceptance, and Service Outcomes of AI-Augmented Academic Library Research Support Services in Thailand

Publications

Thailand-affiliated authors
Kittiya Suthiprapa · Kulthida Tuamsuk
Institutions
Khon Kaen University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

The Quality of Public Maritime Transportation Services

WSEAS TRANSACTIONS ON BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS

Thailand-affiliated authors
Natha Sawetnarakul · Rungroj Subanjui
Institutions
King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

A hybrid machine learning framework combining deep forecasting models and unsupervised analysis for cultivated banana price prediction

Discover Artificial Intelligence

Thailand-affiliated authors
Chayutpong Manakul · Jessada Sresakoolchai
Institutions
Prince of Songkla University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

ESG Disclosure, Return, and Risk of REITs: Evidence from Thailand and Singapore Under Changing Interest Rate Conditions

Journal of risk and financial management

Thailand-affiliated authors
Chaiyathad Phutthadet · Ausawatap Akartwipart
Institutions
University of Phayao
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Higher graduate diploma programs: Institutional responses to teacher qualification reform in Thailand

Asian Journal of Education and Training

Thailand-affiliated authors
Srisuda Patjan · Anusorn Nampradit
Institutions
Thaksin University · Rajamangala University of Technology Isan
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Urban–Regional Disparities in Economic Prosperity and Distributional Outcomes: A TOPSIS-Based Provincial Ranking of Thailand

Urban Science

Thailand-affiliated authors
Patcha Siwapornpitak · Napat Harnpornchai
Institutions
Chiang Mai University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Policy Impacts of Community Liquor Liberalization: A Case Study of Residents and Entrepreneurs in Ranot District, Songkhla Province

Asia Social Issues

Thailand-affiliated authors
Phennapha Chandaeng · Sadanon Wattatham
Institutions
Songkhla Rajabhat University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

The Lily Festival in Bangkok: The interplay of Yuri/Girls Love, book culture, and sapphic literary communities

Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Studies

Thailand-affiliated authors
Pannaphat Phumithammarat · Natthanai Prasannam
Institutions
Kasetsart University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Non-Interest Income Diversification and Bank Performance: Scale Advantages and Institutional Boundary Conditions in Selected Emerging Asian Economies

Journal of risk and financial management

Thailand-affiliated authors
Qian Fang · Nuttawut Rojniruttikul
Institutions
King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Reusing EV Batteries is Not Automatically Circular: A Perspective on Conditional Reuse, Battery Intelligence, and Responsible End-of-life Management

Circular Economy

Thailand-affiliated authors
Zeshan Alam · Shabbir H. Gheewala
Institutions
Joint Graduate School of Energy and Environment · King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Baseline Estimation and System Performance Assessment of Municipal Solid Waste in Tourism Areas: A Case Study of Phuket, Thailand

Urban Science

Thailand-affiliated authors
Pawita Boonrat · Voravika Wattanasoontorn
Institutions
Prince of Songkla University
81IMPACT SIGNAL
Multidisciplinary

Key factors of Sustainable development on strengthening empowerment of environmental volunteer networks.

F1000Research

Thailand-affiliated authors
Supit Boonlab · Sanitdech Jintana
Institutions
Rajamangala University of Technology

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