Sixth-year Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) students have made a remarkable national impact, securing both the First Prize (Gold Medal) and a Special Award at the Southern Inventor Award 2026. The innovation and invention competition was held from July 6–8, 2026, organized by Thaksin University in collaboration with the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT).
Sweeping Two Major Awards Among Hundreds of Competitors
The innovative project, titled “The Selection of Warfarin and DOACs,” delivered an outstanding performance and brought home two prestigious awards:
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First Prize (Gold Medal): Achieved top honors in the Higher Education Category under the Health and Medical Science Group, standing out among 52 competing teams.
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Special Award: Selected as one of only 6 distinguished teams out of 123 total entries nationwide. This honorary prize recognizes outstanding work through rigorous selection by 8 organizing partner organizations.
Behind the Success: The Development Team
This healthcare-driven innovation was made possible through the dedication of the student team and the guidance of expert advisors:
Student Developers (6th-Year Pharmacy Students):
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Ms. Sasikarn Naksuwan (Team Leader)
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Ms. Arfanee Mulsap (Co-developer)
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Ms. Siriyakorn Wicheanchai (Co-developer)
Project Advisors:
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Pharm. Kanlayaporn Rattanaphaichit (Pharmacist at Maharaj Hospital) – Clinical Advisor
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Asst. Prof. Kanruethai Sangkhno – Project Advisor
About the Project: “The Selection of Warfarin and DOACs” focuses on enhancing clinical efficiency and patient safety in utilizing anticoagulant medications, a critical component in cardiovascular disease management. Winning these awards highlights the exceptional capability of our students and faculty in creating practical, impactful innovations for the healthcare industry.
The School/Faculty extends its warmest congratulations to the student team and their advisors for this proud achievement and wishes them continued success in advancing healthcare innovation for the public benefit.
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