science
- Thailand News
Thailand’s plan to turn food waste into lifesavers
Thailand unveiled a plan to tackle food waste and hunger. The National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) has teamed up with the Scholars of Sustenance Foundation (SOS) to outline the creation of a national food bank. NSTDA’s vice president for strategy and budgeting, Nuanwan Sanguansak, spearheaded a public hearing on Sunday, July 7, aimed at gathering feedback on managing…
- Technology News
Exploring the potential of AI in space exploration
Envision a forthcoming era where artificial intelligence enhanced spacecraft traverse the cosmos. This is not a concept from a science fiction narrative, it represents the reality we are progressively approaching as artificial intelligence merges with space exploration. The incorporation of AI in celestial missions is not solely about enhancing efficiency, it is about extending the limits of feasibility, thereby transforming…
- Education
Challenges of rural education in Thailand
Envision a circumstance where the payment of tuition is not carried out through monetary transactions but through the process of tree planting and participation in community service activities. This is the state of affairs in certain remote regions of Thailand, where educators, imbued with a deep sense of commitment, are endeavouring to deliver high-quality education despite numerous hindrances. The gravity…
- Health
Touching offers health benefits
A gentle reminder Before any mischievous thoughts enter one’s mind, let’s be clear: this article is about the health benefits of consensual touching, such as hugs, massages, and even weighted blankets. No funny business, just science-backed benefits! Reducing depression, anxiety, and pain A new research that is published in the peer-reviewed journal: Nature Human Behaviour, shows that touch can significantly…
- Thailand News
UK and Thailand unveil 15.3 billion baht science fund
In a historic move announced in Bangkok, the British Embassy and Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI) have joined forces to roll out the International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF). This jaw-dropping 337-million-British-pound (15.3 billion baht) venture, set to be fully operational by the year’s end, is poised to revolutionise the realms of science and innovation on a global scale. Prompted…
- Thailand News
Thailand’s NSTDA building AI ecosystem for ethical standardisation
The artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem is under construction by Thailand‘s National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA). The move is part of an effort to establish ethical and standardisation measures to prevent AI misuse, as confirmed by the agency’s director, Chukit Limpijamnong. The NSTDA has been working on setting up the ecosystem, recognising AI’s role in bolstering economic and social…
- Thailand News
Cosmic cut-off: Thai student’s stellar space science event opportunity eclipsed by budget black hole
A Thai student selected by Japan for a space science event has missed the opportunity due to the Thai government‘s inability to fund the airfare. The National Science and Technology Development Agency’s (NSTDA) SPACE Education programme highlighted the situation. The Japanese programme, known as JAXA Asian Try Zero G, has conducted similar space science events for several years, inviting young…
- World News
Dutchman ordered to quit donating sperm after allegedly fathering 550 kids
A man in the Netherlands, known only as 41 year old Jonathan M, was ordered by Dutch judges yesterday to quit donating sperm after he allegedly fathered over 550 children. A foundation advocating for the rights of donor children and a mother of one of the purported children took the man to court. Dutch clinical guidelines state that a sperm…
