20th International Symposium
Protein Society of Thailand
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Join us in exploring the latest breakthroughs and innovations in protein research. This symposium brings together leading experts from around the world to share knowledge, foster collaboration, and inspire the next generation of protein scientists.
Welcome to the 20th International Symposium of the Protein Society of Thailand. We are delighted to have you join us for this prestigious gathering of scientists, researchers, and professionals dedicated to advancing the field of protein science.
Key
Dates
Important deadlines and dates for PST 2026
April 1, 2026
Abstract Submission
Deadline: June 30, 2026
to submit your research
abstracts for consideration
April 1, 2026
Online Registration
Registration open
for all attendees and participants
until June 30, 2026
August 5－7, 2026
Conference
Three days
of presentations, networking,
and collaboration
Registration Open: April 1, 2026
Register for
PST2026
Early bird registration available until June 30, 2026
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non-member
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Student
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Keynote
Speakers
Hear from internationally renowned experts and emerging
leaders in protein science
Assoc. Prof. Michal Bassani-Sternberg
University of Lausanne (UNIL)
Dr. Kasidet Manakongtreecheep
Harvard Medical School
Prof. Atsushi Kuno
National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan
Assoc. Prof. Sierin Lim
School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU).
Prof. Richard Simpson
La Trobe University, Australia
Prof. Chun-Jung Chen
National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center Hsinchu, Taiwan
Prof. Lindsay K Pino
Talus Bioscience, USA
Senior. Researcher. Poorichaya Somparn
Chulalongkorn University
Asst. Prof. Sira Sriswasdi
Chulalongkorn University
Asst. Prof. Parunya Chaiyawat
Chiang Mai University
Asst. Prof. Naphat Chantaravisoot
Chulalongkorn University
Asst. Prof. Chatchai Phoomak
Chulalongkorn University
Dr. Nattawadee Panyain
Mahidol University
Asst. Prof. Alisa Tubsuwan
Mahidol University
Asst. Prof. Pakpoom Subsoontorn
Naresuan University
Dr. Suppachai Srisantitham
Chulalongkorn University
Dr. Nathchar Naowarojna
Rajabhat Sakon Nakhon University
Assoc. Prof. Varodom Charoensawan
Mahidol University
Prof. Waranyoo Phoolcharoen
Chulalongkorn University
Prof. Yu-Ju Chen
Taiwan University
Asst. Prof. Sekkarin Ploypetch
Mahidol University
Assoc. Prof. Usa Boonyuen
Mahidol University
Prof. Chatchai Tayapiwatana
Chiang Mai University
Assoc. Prof. Natapol Pornputtapong
Chulalongkorn University
Assoc. Prof. Panu Pimviriyakul
Kasetsart University
Assoc. Prof. Duangdao Wichadakul
Chulalongkorn University
Asst. Prof. Patanachai Limpikirati
Chulalongkorn University
Assoc. Prof. Kiattawee Choowongkomon
Kasetsart University
Dr. Deanpen Japrung
National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTECH)
Prof. Siwanon Jirawatnotai
Mahidol University
Assoc. Prof. Vorrapon Chaikeeratisak
Chulalongkorn University
Asst. Prof. Arnatchai Maiuthed
Mahidol University
Asst. Prof. Puey Ounjai
Mahidol University
Venue & Accommodation
Mandarin Hotel
Bangkok, Thailand
Conference Starts In
August 5－7, 2026 • Bangkok Thailand
Conference Program
Schedule at a
Glance
Explore the full conference schedule with detailed sessions and speakers
Last Updated: March 11, 2026
Day 1 Schedule (August 5, 2026)
07.30 – 08.30 Registration
08.30 – 09.00 Opening Ceremony
- Emeritus Prof. M.R. Jisnuson Svasti
(Honorary Advisor, Protein Society of Thailand) - Dr. Chantragan Phiphobmongkol
(President, Protein Society of Thailand) - Prof. Wilert Puriwat
(President of Chulalongkorn University) - Assoc. Researcher. Poorichaya Somparn
(PST2026 Organizing Committee Chair, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University) - Group Photo
Mandarin A : Immunopeptidomics for Cancer Immunotherapy
Modulator : Dr. Michael Payne
09.00 – 09.40 Tenure Track Asst. Prof. Michal Bassani-Sternberg [Keynote Speaker]
Assoc. Prof. Michal Bassani-Sternberg
University of Lausanne (UNIL)
Department of oncology UNIL CHUV Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research Lausanne
Topic: From Discovery to Therapy: Overcoming Challenges in Neoantigen-Driven Cancer Immunotherapy.
09:40 – 10:10 Dr. KasidetManakongtreecheep [Plenary Speaker]
Dr. Kasidet Manakongtreecheep
Harvard Medical School
Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Broad Institute of MIT
Topic: Sensitive direct detection of cancer antigens enabled by user-defined peptide libraries.
10:10 – 10:40 Senior. Researcher. Poorichaya Somparn [Invited Speaker]
Senior. Researcher. Poorichaya Somparn
Chulalongkorn University
Research Affairs, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
Topic: Mass Spectrometry-Based Profiling of Personalized Immunopeptidomes in Thai Renal Cell Carcinoma.
10:50 – 11:20 Coffee Break and Exhibition
11:20 – 11:40 Asst. Prof. Sira Sriswasdi [Invited Speaker]
Asst. Prof. Sira Sriswasdi
Chulalongkorn University
Research Affairs, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
Topic: Improving peptide-HLA immunogenicity prediction with protein structure-informed deep learning.
11:40 – 11:55 Asst. Prof. Parunya Chaiyawat [Invited Speaker]
Asst. Prof. Parunya Chaiyawat
Chiang Mai University
Center of Multidisciplinary Technology for Advanced Medicine, Faculty of Medicine
Topic: Neoantigen Discovery in Thailand Building a Path Toward Precision Immunotherapy.
11:55 – 12:35 Sponsored by Bang Trading
12.35 – 13.30 Buffet Lunch
Parallel Sessions
13:30 – 14:00 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme : Protein Modification and Cell signaling
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sekkarin Ploypetch & Dr. Teeranai Ittiudomrak
Prof. Atsushi Kuno
National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan
National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan
Topic: Lowering Barriers to Glycan Analysis: Mining Clinically High-Value Protein.
Mandarin B : Theme : Synthetic and Chemical Biology
Modulator : Dr. Chayasith Uttamapinant
Assoc. Prof. Sierin Lim
School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU).
School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU).
Topic: Protein Materials for Human Health.
14.00 – 14.30 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme : Protein Modification and Cell signaling
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sekkarin Ploypetch & Dr. Teeranai Ittiudomrak
Asst. Prof. Naphat Chantaravisoot
Chulalongkorn University
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
Topic: Decoding Tumor Aggressiveness Through Phosphoproteomics: Convergent mTORC2 Signaling in Cancers.
Mandarin B : Theme : Synthetic and Chemical Biology
Modulator : Dr. Chayasith Uttamapinant
Asst. Prof. Alisa Tubsuwan
Mahidol University
Institute of Molecular Biosciences, Mahidol University
Topic: Proximity Labeling Identifies HSPB1 as a Stabilizing Partner of Transferrin Receptor 2 in Erythroid Cells.
14:30 – 14:50 Selected Oral Presentations
Mandarin A : Theme : Protein Modification and Cell signaling
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sekkarin Ploypetch & Dr. Teeranai Ittiudomrak
Selected Oral Presentation 1
(20min: talk 15 and Q&A 5min)
Mandarin B : Theme : Synthetic and Chemical Biology
Modulator : Dr. Chayasith Uttamapinant
Selected Oral Presentation 2
(20min: talk 15 and Q&A 5min)
14:50– 15.50 Coffee Break & Exhibition & Poster Session (Odd number)
15.50 – 16.20 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme : Protein Modification and Cell signaling
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sekkarin Ploypetch & Dr. Teeranai Ittiudomrak
Asst. Prof. Chatchai Phoomak
Chulalongkorn University
Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University
Topic: Uncovering N-Linked Glycosylation Drivers in Lung Cancer Through Whole-Genome CRISPR-Cas9 Screening.
Mandarin B : Theme : Synthetic and Chemical Biology
Modulator : Dr. Chayasith Uttamapinant
Asst. Prof. Pakpoom Subsoontorn
Naresuan University
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Science, Naresuan University
Topic: Systems and synthetic biology of bacterial conjugation.
16.20 – 16.50 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme : Protein Modification and Cell signaling
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sekkarin Ploypetch & Dr. Teeranai Ittiudomrak
Dr. Nattawadee Panyain
Mahidol University
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Mahidol University
Topic: To Be Determined.
Mandarin B : Theme : Synthetic and Chemical Biology
Modulator : Dr. Chayasith Uttamapinant
Dr. Suppachai Srisantitham
Chulalongkorn University
Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University
Topic: De novo design of (metallo) proteins using machine-learning guided tools.
16.50 – 17.10 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme : Protein Modification and Cell signaling
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sekkarin Ploypetch & Dr. Teeranai Ittiudomrak
Selected Oral Presentation 3
Mandarin B : Theme : Synthetic and Chemical Biology
Modulator : Dr. Chayasith Uttamapinant
Dr. Nathchar Naowarojna
Rajabhat Sakon Nakhon University
Faculty of Science and Technology, Rajabhat Sakon Nakhon University
Topic: A Structural and Evolutionary Study on Convergently Evolved Cysteate Synthases in Sulfonolipid Biosynthesis.
Day 2 Schedule (August 6, 2026)
07.30 – 09.00 Registration
Mandarin A: Theme
09.00 – 09.40 Prof. Richard Simpson [Keynote Speaker]
Prof. Richard Simpson
La Trobe University, Australia
La trobe University, Melbourne Australia
Topic: To Be Determined.
09:40 – 10:10 Prof. Chun-Jung Chen [Keynote Speaker]
Prof. Chun-Jung Chen
National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center Hsinchu, Taiwan
National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center Hsinchu, Taiwan
Topic: To Be Determined.
10.10 – 10:30 Assoc. Prof. Varodom Charoensawan [Invited Speaker]
Assoc. Prof. Varodom Charoensawan
Mahidol University
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University
Topic: Characterisation of context-specific gene expression using multimodal transctiptomics.
10:30 – 11:00 Coffee/Tea Break and Exhibition
11:00 – 11:30 Prof. Waranyoo phoolcharoen [Invited Speaker]
Prof. Waranyoo Phoolcharoen
Chulalongkorn University
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chulalongkorn University
Topic: Green Biomanufacturing: Plant-Produced Antibodies as Next-Generation Biologics.
11:30 – 12:00 Prof. Yu-Ju Chen [Invited Speaker]
Prof. Yu-Ju Chen
Taiwan University
Institute of Chemistry, Academia Sinica, Taiwan
Topic: To Be Determined.
12:00 – 12:30 Sponsored by P. Intertrade
12.30 – 13.30 Buffet Lunch
Parallel Sessions
13:30 – 14:00 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme :
Modulator : Dr. Nattawadee Panyain & Asst. Prof. Chatchai Phoomak
Asst. Prof. Sekkarin Ploypetch
Mahidol University
Department of Clinical Sciences and Public Health, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Mahidol University
Topic: Salivary Omics for Precision Oncology: From Proteomic Discovery to Therapeutic Monitoring in Canine Oral Tumors.
Mandarin B : Theme : Computational and AI
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sira Sriswasdi
& Senior. Researcher Parunya Chaiyawat
Assoc. Prof. Duangdao Wichadakul
Chulalongkorn University
Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University
Topic: To Be Determined.
14:00 – 14:30 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme :
Modulator : Dr. Nattawadee Panyain & Asst. Prof. Chatchai Phoomak
Assoc. Prof. Usa Boonyuen
Mahidol University
Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Department of Molecular Tropical Medicine and Genetics
Topic: Resolving functional diversity of G6PD variants: Integrating protein structure, enzymology, and translational diagnostics.
Mandarin B : Theme : Computational and AI
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sira Sriswasdi
& Senior. Researcher Parunya Chaiyawat
Prof. Chatchai Tayapiwatana
Chiang Mai University
Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Chiang Mai University
Topic: CD147 as a Target for Antibody Therapy Beyond Molecular Dynamics Simulations and AI Applications.
14:30 – 14:50 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme :
Modulator : Dr. Nattawadee Panyain & Asst. Prof. Chatchai Phoomak
Selected Oral Presentation 4
Mandarin B : Theme : Computational and AI
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sira Sriswasdi
& Senior. Researcher Parunya Chaiyawat
Selected Oral Presentation 5
14.50 – 15:50 Coffee Break, Exhibition and Poster Session (Even number)
15.50 – 16.20 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme :
Modulator : Dr. Nattawadee Panyain & Asst. Prof. Chatchai Phoomak
Assoc. Prof. Natapol Pornputtapong
Chulalongkorn University
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chulalongkorn University
Topic: Quality by design for transient RBD-Fc fusion protein production in Chinese hamster ovary cells.
Mandarin B : Theme : Computational and AI
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sira Sriswasdi
& Senior. Researcher Parunya Chaiyawat
Asst. Prof. Patanachai Limpikirati
Chulalongkorn University
Department of Food and Medicinal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Chulalongkorn University
Topic: Mass Spectrometry-Driven Epitope Mapping: Application of Diethylpyrocarbonate Covalent Labeling for the Immunotherapeutic Target Programmed Cell Death Protein 1.
16:20 – 16:40 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme :
Modulator : Dr. Nattawadee Panyain & Asst. Prof. Chatchai Phoomak
Selected Oral Presentation 6
Mandarin B : Theme : Computational and AI
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sira Sriswasdi
& Senior. Researcher Parunya Chaiyawat
Selected Oral Presentation 7
16:40 – 17:10 Parallel Sessions
Mandarin A : Theme :
Modulator : Dr. Nattawadee Panyain & Asst. Prof. Chatchai Phoomak
Assoc. Prof. Panu Pimviriyakul
Kasetsart University
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science
Topic: Engineering of Flavin-dependent enzymes for efficient catalysis.
Mandarin B : Theme : Computational and AI
Modulator : Asst. Prof. Sira Sriswasdi
& Senior. Researcher Parunya Chaiyawat
Assoc. Prof. Kiattawee Choowongkomon
Kasetsart University
Department of Biochemistry. Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University
Topic: Target, Block, Detect: A Multifaceted Approach to Antibody Application in Medicine and Agriculture.
Day 3 Schedule (August 7, 2026)
07.30 – 09.00 Registration
Mandarin A : Theme
Modurator : Dr. Nattawadee Panyain
09.00 – 09.40 Prof. Lindsay K Pino [Keynote Speaker]
Prof. Lindsay K Pino
Talus Bioscience, USA
Talus Bioscience, Inc. Washington, Seattle, USA
Topic: Proteomics to Drive Drug Discovery Through Direct Measurement of Transcriptional Regulation.
09:40 – 10:20 Dr. Deanpen Japrung [Invited Speaker]
Dr. Deanpen Japrung
National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTECH)
Director of Strategic Research Initiatives, National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA)
Topic: The Single-Molecule Revolution: Decoding Protein Complexity and Sequencing with Nanopore Technology.
10.00 – 10:30 Prof. Siwanon Jirawatnotai [Invited Speaker]
Prof. Siwanon Jirawatnotai
Mahidol University
Department of Pharmacology, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
Topic: Targeting KRAS Oncogenic Addiction in Cholangiocarcinomav.
10:30 – 11:00 Coffee/Tea Break and PST Meeting
11.00 – 11.30 Assoc. Prof. Vorrapon Chaikeeratisak [Invited Speaker]
Assoc. Prof. Vorrapon Chaikeeratisak
Chulalongkorn University
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University
Topic: Mechanism of Pre-Killing (MOK): Unlocking Phage Infection Biology for Antimicrobial Discovery.
12:00 – 12:30 Sponsored by Sci Spec
12.30 – 13.30 Buffet Lunch
13:30 – 14:00 Asst. Prof. Arnatchai Maiuthed [Invited Speaker]
Asst. Prof. Arnatchai Maiuthed
Mahidol University
Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mahidol University
Topic: Unveiling Therapeutic Targets: A Proteomic Approach to Drug Discovery.
14:00 – 14:40 Coffee/Tea Break and Exhibition
14:40 – 15:00 Asst. Prof. Puey Ounjai [Invited Speaker]
Asst. Prof. Puey Ounjai
Mahidol University
Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University
Topic: Cryo-EM and the New Era of Structural Biology.
