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All systems go
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 04/07/2018
» Unlike other seniors her age, 83-year-old Grandma Siri* can now stay at home alone while her family members go to work worry-free, thanks to an elderly-friendly innovation that is the product of joint research by several Thai universities and a Japanese organisation with an aim to provide senior citizens a better quality of life.
Creating a buzz
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 28/03/2018
» A team of computer engineering students from King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) won Imagine Cup Thailand 2018, the Thai leg of a global competition that promotes tech-creativity in young people.
Making mascots
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 10/05/2017
» When someone mentions the Kumamoto Prefecture in Japan, the image that pops up in our heads is that of a black furry bear, with circular red cheeks and wide eyes. The mascot is called Kumamon, and it represents the success of character design, associating a recognisable image with a place -- a symbol that works culturally as well as economically. Kumamon was estimated to generate over 123 billion yen (37.7 billion baht) in income in 2014, according to the Bank of Japan, and functions as an effective tourism promoter.
Running with the dogs
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 03/05/2017
» While running with your dogs can be healthy and fun, it can also be rewarding as you can now make charitable contributions to Siriraj Hospital through the activity.
Dispose of old phones with Dtac's help
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 02/12/2016
» Have no idea what to do with your old mobile phones, batteries and accessories? A new project by Dtac might suggest a way out.
Easing the way for the elderly
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 09/11/2016
» Wristbands that alert caregivers to health emergencies. Speaking robots to assist the elderly. The Internet of Things for healthcare efficiency. As Thailand edges closer to becoming the first emerging country of Southeast Asia to become an ageing society, technology creators here have worked to develop innovations that will ease the burden of the population and ensure a better life for the elderly.
Learning English, naturally
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 05/10/2016
» There are several ways to learn English. But for children, it is important that the learning process is both fun and enhances their cognitive, creative and social-emotional development.
Cementing innovation
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 27/04/2016
» 3D printing technology does not just serve the purpose of printing small plastic objects thanks to recently launched cement developed by SCG.
Life beyond limits
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 17/11/2015
» Toyeebah Suemae was born with a limb disability but that has never stopped her from carrying on with her life. She faced life's struggles despite her physical impairment and recently graduated with a bachelor's degree, with the support from the IT Projects created under the initiative of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.
Beacons of convenience
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 16/09/2015
» Looking for your favourite read in a book store or a product in a supermarket has become easier and faster today after two retailers implemented beacons to better pinpoint in-store locations and send relevant information to customers' smartphones.