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iMEDEV NextGen Science Forum 2026

International Science Research, Project, and Innovation Forum for High School and Undergraduate Students

Poster Presentation · Oral Presentation

The iMEDEV NextGen Science Forum is an academic platform that brings together high school and undergraduate students, researchers, educators, and science enthusiasts to present their work and exchange ideas across a wide range of scientific disciplines. The Forum gives young researchers the opportunity to strengthen their scientific thinking, research communication, and problem-solving skills, while fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and interdisciplinary innovation.

Date
October 15, 2026
Venue
Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand
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What is iMEDEV NextGen?

iMEDEV NextGen Science Forum 2026 is a research and innovation platform for high school and undergraduate students to showcase their scientific projects, research, and creative ideas as part of iMEDEV 2026.

The forum provides young researchers with opportunities to present their work to expert judges, receive valuable feedback, develop presentation and critical-thinking skills, build their academic portfolio, and connect with other young innovators.

More than a competition, iMEDEV NextGen is a space to inspire the next generation to transform curiosity and research into meaningful innovations for health, technology, society, and a sustainable future.

Poster Presentation
Oral Presentation

About iMEDEV NextGen Science Forum

The iMEDEV NextGen Science Forum is a dynamic academic platform created to inspire, connect, and empower the next generation of young scientists. Open to high school and undergraduate students, the Forum provides an exciting opportunity to showcase scientific research, projects, and innovations, exchange ideas, and engage with researchers, educators, experts, and fellow young scientists from diverse scientific fields.

Through oral and poster presentations, expert feedback, keynote lectures, and networking opportunities, participants can strengthen their scientific thinking, research communication, and problem-solving skills while building connections and exploring new perspectives across disciplines.

As a dedicated section of iMEDEV 2026 — Innovation and Networking in Medical Device International Conference — the NextGen Science Forum creates a stage where young ideas are shared, scientific curiosity is celebrated, and the next generation of scientists takes a step forward.

Science Research, Projects & Innovation

The iMEDEV NextGen Science Forum welcomes research, scientific projects, and innovative ideas from across all fields of science and technology, providing young researchers with a platform to showcase their creativity, discoveries, and scientific achievements.

Competition Levels
High School · Undergraduate
Presentation Formats
Poster Presentation · Oral Presentation

All submissions will be evaluated according to the participant’s competition level and presentation format.

Important Dates

  1. 1

    Call for Abstracts & Registration Opens

    15 August 2026

  2. 2

    Abstract Submission Deadline

    15 September 2026

  3. 3

    Notification of Abstract Acceptance

    17 September 2026

  4. 4

    Early Bird Registration Deadline

    20 September 2026

  5. 5

    Regular Registration & Payment Deadline

    30 September 2026

  6. 6

    iMEDEV NextGen Science Forum 2026

    15 October 2026

    Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok, Thailand

Agenda

Day II · Thursday, 15 October 2026
TimeiMEDEV 2026 — Main ConferenceiMEDEV NextGen Science Forum
07:00 – 08:00

Registration

Registration
08:00 – 08:30

Welcome Address, Opening Remarks and Speech

Reinventing Thai Universities: Perspectives from Policy, Research, and Industry

  • Prof. Dr. Yodchanan Wongsawat — Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI)
08:30 – 09:00

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing and Certificate Presentation Ceremony

The Minister and the Permanent Secretary of MHESI, Presidents of SUT, MU, KKU, PSU, NHSO, PMU-B, and the Director of the Medical Device Innovation Center, NCKU, Taiwan.

09:00 – 10:00

University Policies in Medical Device Development

  • Prof. Dr. Supachai Pathumnakul — Permanent Secretary of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI)
  • Prof. Piyamitr Sritara, M.D. — President of Mahidol University
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sittichai Seangatith — Acting Rector of Suranaree University of Technology
  • Assoc. Prof. Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D. — President of Khon Kaen University
  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Niwat Keawpradub — President of Prince of Songkla University

Moderator — Assoc. Prof. Dr. Krajang Talabnin, Suranaree University of Technology

10:00 – 10:40Coffee Break and Medical Device Exhibition
10:40 – 11:00

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony

  • Suranaree University of Technology, Suratech Company, Samitivej Hospital
Youth Science Session
11:00 – 11:30Keynote

Reinventing Taiwan Universities: Perspectives from Research and Industry

  • Prof. Dr. Fong-Chin Su — National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), Taiwan
11:00 – 11:30Keynote

Funding the Frontier: National Strategies for Translating Medical Research into High-Value Industry

  • Dr. Nirawat Thammajak — Executive Director, Program Management Unit for Frontier Brainpower and Future Industries (PMU-B)
11:30 – 12:30Plenary Discussion

Medical Device: Use Case

  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jackrit Suthakorn — Mahidol University, Thailand
  • Dr. Athaporn Limpanyalert — Deputy Secretary-General and Spokesperson, National Health Security Office (NHSO)
  • Jaruad Jumpa, M.D. — Trang Hospital
  • Chawit Methabut, M.D. — Deputy Provincial Public Health Officer, Nakhon Ratchasima Provincial Public Health Office

Moderator — Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soodkhet Pojprapai, Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand

12:30 – 13:30Lunch & Poster Presentation
13:30 – 14:00Keynote

Radioecology and Environmental Radioactivity

  • Prof. Dr. Shinji Tokonami — Hirosaki University, Japan
Youth Science Session
Real-World Medical Innovation
14:00 – 14:10

AI-based Biomedical Engineering

  • Prof. Dr. Ashish Mathur — UPES University, Dehradun, India
14:10 – 14:20

Radionuclide Metrology for Emerging Medical Radionuclides: Measurement Techniques Supporting Targeted Radionuclide Therapy

  • Prof. Dr. Takahiro Yamada — Kindai University, Japan
14:20 – 14:30

Designing the Future of Eldercare: Next-Generation Medical Devices for Aging Populations

  • Prof. Dr. Jeung Jihong — Tsinghua University, China
14:30 – 14:40

Robotic Surgery and Biomedical Engineering

  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jackrit Suthakorn — Mahidol University, Thailand
14:40 – 14:50
  • Associate Professor Dr. Jodie Marquez — University of Newcastle, Australia
14:50 – 15:00
  • Prof. Krishna Kant — India
15:00 – 15:10
  • Dr. Atichart Kwanyuang — Prince of Songkla University, Thailand
15:10 – 15:30Coffee Break
15:30 – 16:00Keynote

Geological and Environmental Factors Affecting ²²²Rn and ²²⁰Rn Exhalation Rates in Japan

  • Prof. Dr. Masahiro Hosoda — Hirosaki University, Japan
Youth Science Session
Convergent Innovation for Sustainable Health
16:00 – 16:10
  • Prof. Dr. Hirofumi Tazoe — Hirosaki University, Japan
16:10 – 16:20
  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Sopak Supakul — Fujita Health University, Japan
16:20 – 16:30
  • Prof. Dr. Zulin Dou, M.D. — Sun Yat-sen University, China
16:30 – 16:40

Integrated Initiatives in Tritium Monitoring, Risk Communication, and Capacity Building

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Ryohei Yamada — Hirosaki University, Japan
16:40 – 16:50

Current Trends on Radon Research in Asia and Oceania

  • Dr. Ryoma Tokonami — SANKEN, Osaka University, Japan
16:50 – 17:00
  • Vender Kadyan — India
17:00 – 17:10
  • Prof. Dr. Andrea Coda — University of Newcastle, Australia
17:10 – 17:20
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Atit Silsirivanit — Khon Kaen University, Thailand
18:00 – 22:00Networking & Dinner Talk

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Registration Fee

Registration categories and fees
Registration CategoryEarly BirdRegularInternational Buffet Lunch (Optional)
Student Presenter (1–2 Presenters)10,000 THB / Project12,000 THB / Project+950 THB / Person
Additional Presenter (3rd–5th Presenter)2,000 THB / Person3,000 THB / Person+950 THB / Person
Attendee / Accompanying Person – Entrance + Coffee Break (850 THB)2,250 THB / Person3,250 THB / Person+950 THB / Person

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Student Presenter Registration Includes

  • Admission to the iMEDEV NextGen Science Forum 2026
  • Access to the Opening and Closing Ceremonies
  • Access to Keynote Lectures by Invited Experts
  • Access to all Scientific Sessions
  • Participation in an Oral or Poster Presentation Session
  • Eligibility for Awards and Recognition
  • Coffee Break
  • Certificate of Presentation
  • Opportunities for Academic Networking and Knowledge Exchange
  • Souvenir / Conference Gift

International Buffet Lunch (Optional): 950 THB/person

Lunch is optional and will be charged separately based on the hotel rate.

Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-refundable once payment has been completed.

In the event that the iMEDEV NextGen Science Forum 2026 is cancelled by the organizer, registration fees will be refunded.

The organizer will not be responsible for any additional expenses incurred by participants, including travel, accommodation, or other personal expenses.

Note: Optional services, including lunch and other hotel services, are subject to the hotel's cancellation and refund policies.

iMEDEV NextGen Science Forum Organizing Committee

Dr. Thita Sonklin
Dr. Thita Sonklin
thita.sk@sut.ac.th / thita.skl@hotmail.com
+66 (0) 99-0635925
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Venue

Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand · October 15, 2026