Strengthening Preclinical Public Health Collaboration: PHWU Lecturers Visit University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Japan
"Between 6–12 June 2025, three faculty members from the Preclinical Science Group, School of Public Health, Walailak University Asst. Prof. Dr. Tanaporn Khamphaya, Asst. Prof. Dr. Siriluk Veerasakul, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Phisit Pouyfung—participated in the Outbound Lecturer Mobility Program at the University of Occupational and Environmental Health (UOEH), Japan. This short-term academic visit aimed to advance the School’s internationalization agenda, foster collaborative academic partnerships, and initiate joint curriculum development with world-class institutions. A key highlight of the exchange took place on 9 June 2025, when the delegation was warmly welcomed by Asst. Prof. Dr. Noriyoshi Ogino from the Department of Internal Medicine. During the academic exchange session, Asst. Prof. Dr. Tanaporn Khamphaya and Asst. Prof. Dr. Phisit Pouyfung presented their joint research on plant-based therapies for the prevention of obesity and metabolic associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). Their presentations garnered significant interest and engagement from UOEH researchers. Following the research exchange, the faculty members were honored with a luncheon hosted by Dr. Ogino, where informal discussions and further academic dialogue continued in a friendly and collaborative atmosphere. In the afternoon, the team visited the Department of Occupational Toxicology, where they were graciously received by Prof. Dr. Susumu Ueno. On this occasion, Asst. Prof. Dr. Siriluk Veerasakul presented her research on toxic substances and their effects on brain function, prompting meaningful exchanges on occupational toxicology and public health safety. This academic mobility program has laid a solid foundation for future preclinical research collaborations between Walailak University and UOEH. It also reinforces the School of Public Health’s mission in advancing teaching, research, and knowledge exchange in global health, thereby contributing to the improvement of population health at both national and international levels."
