LigniTech-Lignin Technology Research Group

🎓 Dear Students,

Welcome to the School of Bioresources and Technology (SBT), KMUTT! 🌿✨

We are pleased to welcome you to IBS658: Lignin Technology and Innovation, which will begin on:
📅 Monday, 10 August 2026
⏰ 13:30
📍 Room A3-207, A3 Building
🏫 KMUTT Bang Khun Thian Campus

The course syllabus is provided below and includes the course topics, learning activities, and expected learning outcomes.

🌏 For students who are currently abroad and waiting for visa application documents, please attend the class online via Zoom using the link provided below:

🔗 Zoom link:
Paripok Phitsuwan is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: IBS658 Lignin technology and Innovation
Time: Aug 10, 2026 01:30 PM Bangkok
Join Zoom Meeting
https://kmutt-ac-th.zoom.us/j/6256729683?pwd=L0VOOUloWUN2QW94bHR0NHA3WmZKZz09&omn=92560958204

Meeting chat link
https://kmutt-ac-th.zoom.us/launch/jc/92560958204

Meeting ID: 625 672 9683
Passcode: 4rDTF2

Please join the class a few minutes early. The class will begin promptly at 13:30.

We look forward to meeting all of you and exploring the exciting world of lignin technology and innovation together! 🧪🌱💡
See you on Monday!

🌿 Invitation to Join (register) IBS 658: Lignin Technology and Innovation 🌿

Dear KMUTT students and everyone interested in lignin research and innovation,

In Semester 1/2026, the Integrated Bioscience and Innovation Program is pleased to offer a new course:
IBS 658: Lignin Technology and Innovation
This course is designed for learners from beginner to advanced levels and covers the complete journey of lignin—from fundamental knowledge to industrial valorization and innovation.

🔬 Course highlights
1. Fundamentals and Preparation
Understand lignin chemistry, structure, biosynthesis, properties, and functions, and compare chemical and biological methods for lignin isolation and preparation.

2. Characterization and Conversion
Select appropriate analytical techniques for lignin characterization and explore catalytic and microbial approaches for lignin conversion and upgrading.

3. Design and Innovation
Develop rational and systematic strategies to modify and valorize lignin for value-added industrial applications, with consideration of technical feasibility and sustainability.

4. Teamwork and Communication
Strengthen collaboration, scientific communication, and problem-solving skills through team-based learning and innovation activities.

The course also provides an overview of lignin valorization in industry, helping students broaden their perspectives and develop an entrepreneurial mindset for the circular bioeconomy.

📅 Registration deadline: 7 August 2026
📧 Contact: [email protected]

Join us and discover how lignin can be transformed from an underutilized biomass component into sustainable chemicals, materials, and innovative products. 🌱⚗️💡

🌟 LigniTech (Lignin Technology Research Group), together with the School of Bioresources and Technology, KMUTT, proudly congratulates Assist. Prof. Dr. Paripok Phitsuwan on achieving the status of Fellow (FHEA) from Advance HE.

This recognition confirms his attainment against the Professional Standards Framework for teaching and supporting learning in higher education. The framework supports professional, inclusive, evidence-based, and continually improving educational practice, helping strengthen teaching quality and the learning experience of students.

Beyond individual recognition, this achievement reflects a commitment to creating wider societal impact. High-quality education develops capable graduates, researchers, innovators, and future leaders who can apply knowledge to real-world challenges, work with communities and industries, and generate benefits for society.

From an SROI—Social Return on Investment—perspective, the value of education extends beyond academic achievement. Its social returns may include improved skills and employability, greater access to opportunities, stronger community capacity, responsible innovation, and the translation of research into solutions that enhance economic, environmental, and social well-being. Educational SROI therefore considers the broader value created for students, institutions, partners, communities, and society.

Dr. Paripok’s recognition strengthens the mission of LigniTech, SBT, and KMUTT to connect teaching, research, and innovation with sustainable development. It also reinforces the importance of educating students who can transform scientific knowledge into meaningful outcomes for industry, communities, the environment, and future generations.

💛 May this achievement inspire continued excellence and create even greater social value through education, research, innovation, and knowledge transfer.

🎉 Congratulations to Our SBT Academic Scholarship Recipients! 🎓🌱

LigniTech is delighted to congratulate Mr. Theerapong Kumphawong (Fluke) and Ms. Thanutchaporn Thubthimwong (Del) on receiving the SBT Academic Scholarship for Master’s Students from the School of Bioresources and Technology, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT).

Both students are pursuing the Master of Science in Integrated Bioscience and Innovation Program, Biochemical Technology Major, under the supervision of Asst. Prof. Paripok Phitsuwan, Head of LigniTech.

This scholarship reflects their academic excellence, dedication, and strong potential to become future researchers and innovators in bioscience and biochemical technology.

We are proud to welcome Fluke and Del into the LigniTech research family and look forward to supporting their academic and research journey.

🌿 Building knowledge, empowering talent, and creating a sustainable future together.

Congratulations once again, Fluke and Del! Wishing you both continued success throughout your master’s studies and future research careers. 💚

🎉 Congratulations to Muhammad Arbyan Hidayat! 🇮🇩🇹🇭

LigniTech is delighted to celebrate the successful completion of the internship and final presentation by Muhammad Arbyan Hidayat (Arby), a Pharmacy student from Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, Indonesia.

During his three-week internship at the Lignin Technology and Innovation Laboratory (LigniTech), School of Bioresources and Technology, KMUTT, Arby gained hands-on experience in the chemical composition analysis of plant biomass, including fiber and lignin composition analysis, sample preparation, HPLC analysis, and alkaline lignin extraction.

Throughout the program, Arby demonstrated strong enthusiasm, responsibility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn. His final presentation reflected not only the technical knowledge he gained but also his development in scientific communication, teamwork, and professional confidence.

We are very proud to have welcomed Arby as part of the LigniTech family. Thank you for your dedication, curiosity, and valuable contributions to our research team.

🌱 Wishing you continued success in your studies, research, and future professional journey. May this international experience inspire many new opportunities and collaborations ahead!
Well done, Arby! You will always be part of the LigniTech family.
💚

🎉🔬 A New Research Publication from LigniTech! 🌱🧬

LigniTech, School of Bioresources and Technology, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), proudly congratulates Ms. Kanlaya Thaatha, our M.Sc. student, on the successful publication of her research article:

📖 “Comparison of holocellulolytic profiles of Phanerochaete chrysosporium ATCC 201542 and Fusarium sp. PSA-3 induced by different plant biomasses”
📰 Published in The Microbe
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2950194626001093?via%3Dihub

🌾🍄 Research significance
This study provides deeper insights into the enzymatic profiles and lifestyle of the plant-pathogenic fungus Fusarium sp. PSA-3 and its interactions with different lignocellulosic biomasses. Its responses were compared with those of Phanerochaete chrysosporium ATCC 201542, a well-known plant-biomass-degrading fungus.

The findings reveal how fungal enzyme production, adaptation, and resilience are influenced by the growth substrate, particularly in plant pathogenic fungi. This fundamental knowledge advances our understanding of fungus–plant biomass interactions and may contribute to the future development of biocontrol agents and sustainable strategies for preventing diseases in economically important crops. 🌱🛡️

🎓 Scholarship and academic support
Kanlaya conducted this research with support from the Petchra Pra Jom Kloa M.Sc. Research Scholarship, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, Thailand.

The project was undertaken under the supervision and academic support of:
🔹 Dr. Taweerat Vichitsoonthonkul
🔹 Assist. Prof. Lakha Salaipeth, Head of the Biodiversity Laboratory, SBT
🔹 Dr. Saengchai Akeprathumchai
🔹 Prof. Navadol Laosiripojana, JGSEE
🔹 Assist. Prof. Paripok Phitsuwan

The research also benefited from strong international collaboration with Prof. Takashi Watanabe, Kyoto University, Japan. 🇹🇭🤝🇯🇵

🌏 International research collaboration
This work was conducted through collaboration supported by the JASTIP-Net 2022 and 2023 Program, sponsored by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) under the JAPAN–ASEAN Science, Technology and Innovation Platform (JASTIP).

👏 Congratulations to Kanlaya Thaatha and the entire research team on this outstanding achievement. We are proud to see young researchers advancing scientific knowledge and contributing to more sustainable agricultural and biotechnological solutions.

💜 LigniTech — Advancing lignin and biomass technology for a more sustainable future.

🌿 Calling all lignin researchers, innovators, and industry professionals!

Interested in advancing lignin research and exploring opportunities for international and industrial collaboration?

Join our seminar to connect with leading researchers, exchange ideas, and discover new opportunities for research partnerships, technology development, and innovation in lignin valorization and biorefinery.

✨ Expand your network. Share your expertise. Build future collaborations.

Everyone with an interest in lignin science and sustainable biorefinery is warmly welcome!

📅 We look forward to seeing you at the seminar!

🎉 Welcome to the LigniTech Team! 🎉

LigniTech, led by Dr. Paripok Phitsuwan, is delighted to welcome our new team members as we begin another exciting chapter of research and innovation!

A warm welcome to our new M.Sc. students:
🌿 Bam
🌿 Flook
🌿 Dale

We are also pleased to welcome Arby 🧓🏻from Indonesia🇮🇩, who joins LigniTech as a research trainee. We look forward to sharing knowledge, fostering international collaboration, and growing together through hands-on research and innovation.🕺💃

At LigniTech, we believe that diversity, curiosity, and collaboration are the driving forces behind impactful science. We are excited to support each of you on your research journey and can’t wait to see the ideas, discoveries, and friendships that will grow from your time with us.🌹🌹🌹

Welcome aboard, and here’s to an inspiring and successful journey together! 💚🌱