Day 3 Highlights — ISBC & ISLS 2026 | Rayong, Thailand Day 3 delivered another spectacular journey into the world of light and life! From the deep ocean to living cells, today's sessions truly showed how luminescence science touches every corner of the natural world. Morning highlights included:✦ Prof. Cassius V. Stevani with fascinating field observations on Motyxia sequoiae bioluminescence.✦ Prof. Jerôme Mallefet asking the big question — why do marine animals glow?✦ Assoc. Prof. Anchana Thancharoen on firefly conservation and sustainable practices right here in Thailand.The afternoon sessions dove deep into advanced bioimaging, biosensing, and clinical diagnostics — with keynote speakers Prof. Takeharu Nagai, Dr. Ryo Nishihara, and others presenting cutting-edge bioluminescent tools for life science research.On the ISLS side, sessions on luminescent coordination compounds and optical spectroscopy brought equally exciting new perspectives.Another poster session this evening kept the conversations — and the science — glowing well into the night! We are so proud to see Thailand inspire the world's brightest scientific minds.View the day 3 gallery here. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Fm5kjO0FoeQk72T61f6NRUSlQKfPrmL5?usp=sharing

Day 2 Highlights — ISBC & ISLS 2026 | Rayong, Thailand What an incredible day of science! Day 2 of the XXIII International Symposium on Bioluminescence and Chemiluminescence (ISBC) & XXI International Symposium on Luminescence Spectrometry (ISLS) was packed with brilliant minds and groundbreaking research. This morning's plenary sessions brought us:• Prof. Martin Marek unraveling the complexity of Renilla bioluminescence.• Prof. Jose M. Costa-Fernandez on innovative photoluminescent nanoparticles for healthcare diagnostics and food safety.• Prof. Tirayut Vilaivan showcasing fluorogenic styryl dyes and PNA probes for nucleic acid imaging.• Prof. Micha Fridman shedding light on chemical probes for antifungal drug design.The afternoon broke into three exciting parallel sessions covering reaction mechanisms of chemi- and bioluminescence, advanced luminescent nanomaterials, and luminescent biosensing — with keynote speakers and researchers from around the globe sharing their latest discoveries.The day wrapped up with a heartfelt Memorial Session honoring the legacy of Prof. Yoshihiro Ohmiya, followed by energetic flash talks and a vibrant poster session. Every session reminds us why Thailand is so proud to be the first Southeast Asian host of this landmark event. The future of luminescence science is glowing bright! 💡View the day 2 gallery here.https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TwVJbA9w_PIHWEOvjrHcn8yf_PBs6H1R?usp=sharing

✨ A Historic First for Southeast Asia — ISBC & ISLS 2026 Kicks Off in Thailand! ✨Yesterday marked Day 1 of the XXIII International Symposium on Bioluminescence and Chemiluminescence (ISBC) and the XXI International Symposium on Luminescence Spectrometry (ISLS) — and what a beginning it was! For the very first time in the history of these prestigious international symposia, Southeast Asia — and Thailand — proudly takes center stage as the host of this landmark scientific gathering. We are deeply honored to welcome distinguished scientists, researchers, and delegates from across the globe to Rayong, Thailand. Day 1 opened with inspiring words from Prof. Pimchai Chaiyen, followed by outstanding plenary lectures from Prof. Nathan Shaner on Reporting Cell Signaling Events Using Bioluminescence, and Prof. Vinich Promarak on the fascinating world of ESIPT luminophores. The evening continued with a special reflective session by Dr. Keith Wood — "Luminescence Then, Now, and Next" — and a warm welcome cocktail bringing together brilliant minds from around the world.We are so proud to host this incredible community of scientists here in the Land of Smiles. Four more exciting days await — with cutting-edge talks on Bioluminescence, Chemiluminescence, Luminescent Nanomaterials, Biosensors, and so much more that will inspire and shape the future of Luminescence Science.View the day 1 gallery here. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1tJvSlHVsWqL5iUcNQ9m6qQflep7dMu77?usp=sharing

We are proud to announce the successful conclusion of ISBC & ISLS 2026, held 25–29 May 2026 at Mercure Rayong Lomtalay Villas & Resort, Rayong, Thailand.The XXIII International Symposium on Bioluminescence and Chemiluminescence (ISBC) and the XXI International Symposium on Luminescence Spectrometry (ISLS) brought together leading scientists, researchers, and industry professionals from across the globe for five days of discovery and collaboration.10 World-Class Plenary Lectures🟢 ISBC Track1.   Prof. Nathan Shaner — Reporting Cell Signaling Events In Vivo Using Bioluminescence2.   Prof. Martin Marek — The Complexity of Renilla Bioluminescence: The Known and the Unknown3.   Prof. Tirayut Vilaivan — Fluorogenic Styryl Dyes and PNA Probes for Sensing and Imaging of Nucleic Acids4.   Prof. Robert E. Campbell — Fluorescent Biosensors to Spy on Cell Signaling and Metabolism5.   Prof. Elisa Michelini — Bioluminescent Biosensors with Bioinspired Tools for Portable and Wearable Diagnostics🔵 ISLS Track 6.   Prof. Vinich Promarak — ESIPT: Potential Solid-State Luminophores for Advanced Emitting Devices 7.   Prof. Jose M. Costa-Fernandez — Photoluminescent Nanoparticles for Healthcare Diagnostics and Food Safety 8.   Prof. Micha Fridman — Chemical Probes for Antifungal Research: Illuminating Mechanisms of Action 9.   Prof. Tony D. James — Fluorescent Chemosensors and Imaging Agents 10. Prof. Martin Vacha — Nanoscale Properties of Organic and Hybrid Materials at the Single-Molecule LevelConference at a Glance•    Parallel scientific sessions on reaction mechanisms, nanomaterials, biosensing, bioimaging, optical spectroscopy, and electroluminescence•    11 flash talks spotlighting early-career researchers•    38 poster presentations across three dedicated poster sessions•    A special memorial session honoring the enduring legacy of the late Prof. Yoshihiro Ohmiya — a pioneer of the global bioluminescence community•    Award announcements celebrating outstanding scientific contributionsWith GratitudeThis event would not have been possible without our wonderful community. A heartfelt thank you to every speaker, attendee, and volunteer who made this symposium shine.We also extend our sincere appreciation to our co-organizers Mahidol University Faculty of Science and NSTDA, and our generous sponsors LUMICA, Bara Scientific, Synthelis Biotech, Light Conversion, and JEOL.The torch now passes to Europe! We look forward to reuniting with the luminescence community at the next symposium in 2028. Thank you for making Rayong an unforgettable chapter in this journey. View the full conference gallery here. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17e_Z_Op-DxFO7Cb-j3zlNG15YtD70Rfn

We are thrilled to announce that GreenGen Biotechnology (VISTEC Spin-off) and Circularis (VISTEC Incubator) have been awarded the "Distinguished Innovation Team" shield at The Reverse Innovation Summit, held on April 25, 2026, at SIAMSCAPE.This recognition, presented by NXPO, KMITL, and Bangchak Corporation, celebrates the culmination of "The Reverse Innovation Journey"—a rigorous deep-tech incubation program. Using a "Reverse Pitching" model, this initiative bridges the gap between large-scale corporate needs and agile startup solutions.This award validates our commitment to creating high-impact, market-ready innovations. We are ready to transition these technologies from the lab into real-world commercial applications.A heartfelt thank you to all our supporters and partners for believing in our vision. Together, we are shaping the future of Thai innovation. 🌍✨Credit photo from: NXPOTHAILAND Posted on 28 April 2026

VISTEC is proud to announce a new chapter of academic excellence. On April 24, 2026, a MOU was officially signed between VISTEC and the Faculty of Science and Technology, Thammasat University (SCI-TU) at Thammasat University, Rangsit Campus.This strategic partnership was honored by the presence of:Professor Dr. Supasawad Chardchawarn, President of Thammasat UniversityProfessor Dr. Pimchai Chaiyen, President of VISTECThe collaboration aims to synergize the strengths of both institutions, focusing on advanced research exchange, knowledge sharing, and the elevation of student potential to meet international standards. Together, we are committed to driving deep-tech innovation and fostering a robust scientific community that contributes to the sustainable development of Thailand’s technology landscape.Credit photo from: คณะวิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี มธ. - Sci TuPosted on 28 April 2026

9 February 2026School of Information Science and Technology (IST) organized The 2nd IST Reinventing University Symposium under the theme “Secure and Scalable Machine Learning Systems Symposium”. The event was held at the Passion Room (4th Floor), CAREER@SCB (RCP), Siam Commercial Bank, Bangkok, with 51 participants in attendance. The symposium brought together 12 invited speakers from academia and industry to share insights, experiences, and best practices in designing, training, evaluating, and deploying machine learning systems at scale. Discussions focused on key system-level challenges, including scalability, security, robustness, data governance, and evaluation frameworks, lighting practical engineering approaches for building reliable large-scale ML systems across distributed infrastructure, multilingual and multimodal model training, privacy and security, and automated testing. Posted on 7 April 2026

10-11 February 2026School of Information Science and Technology (IST) organized The 2nd International Symposium on Physical Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (IS-PAIR) under the themes “Robotics and AI Technology towards Good Health and Well-being” and “Human-centred AI and Robotics for Assistive and Rehabilitative Technology towards Good Health and Well-being (HEART)” at SCB Park Plaza, Siam Commercial Bank, Bangkok. The symposium featured speakers from leading academic and industrial partners, including the University of Bristol (UK), London South Bank University (UK), Aix-Marseille University (France), FIBO (Thailand), King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (Thailand), Mahidol University (Thailand), Rangsit University (Thailand), and BDMS Group (Thailand). In addition, students from high school to university levels participated in paper and poster competitions, promoting engagement and knowledge exchange in robotics and AI for healthcare and well-being.Posted on 7 April 2026

On 31 January 2026, VISTEC organized and hosted VISTEC Open House 2026, an event designed for prospective students interested in pursuing master’s and doctoral degree programs at the Institute. Participants were divided into two groups: registered participants (151 people: 130 Thai and 21 International) and a group from Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi (RMUTT), about 90 people. Both groups attended a VISTEC overview session delivered by Prof. Dr. Pimchai Chaiyen (President of VISTEC), followed by presentations from the school directors, who introduced potential supervisors, academic programs, awards, and examples of graduates who have pursued careers across a wide range of professions. Following the presentations, participants joined campus and school tours, where they received in-depth information on ongoing research projects within individual laboratories. The sessions provided opportunities for close interaction with faculty members of interest as well as current students and highly qualified researchers. The event was conducted successfully and participants departed with a positive impression of the institute.Posted on 27 February 2026