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

On 27 January 2026, Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn graciously presided over the graduation ceremony and conferred doctoral and master’s degrees upon 32 graduates of Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC) for the Academic Year 2024-2025, awarded the prestigious “Srimedhi Royal Scholarship” to 7 outstanding students, and presented royal certificates to 2 representatives of Kamnoetvidya Science Academy (KVIS), for the Academic Year 2024.The ceremony was held at Vidyasirimedhi Auditorium, VISTEC, Rayong.Following the ceremony, Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn officially opened The Atrium (Energy Complex) at The EnCony Hotel and viewed the exhibitions showcasing the progress of innovative research from VISTEC’s four schools, Kamnoetvidya Science Academy (KVIS), and PTTEP. These activities reflected the readiness of the Wangchan Valley (EECi) area to serve as a leading innovation ecosystem in Southeast Asia. VISTEC is committed to nurturing high-caliber human capital and advancing world-class research to drive Thailand’s economic and social development in a sustainable manner.Posted on 27 February 2026

On 26 January 2026, Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC) hosted the Hooding Ceremony 2025 at Pailin Auditorium. The event honored the academic accomplishments of the graduating class of 2024-2025, marking their transition from students to professionals poised to make significant contributions to science, technology, and innovation.During the hooding ceremony, graduates were formally recognized as the President and school directors placed the academic hood, a symbol of their scholarly achievements and readiness to excel in their respective fields. The hooding ceremony was attended by faculty members, staff, students, families, and well-wishers, making it a truly memorable occasion. It reaffirmed VISTEC’s reputation as a leading institute dedicated to nurturing scientific and technological advancements.School of Molecular Science and Engineering (MSE)School of Energy Science and Engineering (ESE)School of Biomolecular Science and Engineering (BSE)School of Information Science and Technology (IST)Posted on 27 February 2026

On 11 January 2026, VISTEC organized the 2nd VISTEC Admission Roadshow 2026 at SCBx Connect, 4th floor, Siam Paragon, Bangkok. The event welcomed prospective students and guests interested in pursuing master’s and doctoral studies in science, engineering, and technology at VISTEC, with 20 participants (18 Thai and 2 International). The program featured an opening presentation by Prof. Dr. Pimchai Chaiyen, President of VISTEC. The session continued with school introductions by the school directors and representatives from the four schools (MSE, ESE, BSE, and IST, respectively). The event included a Life @VISTEC session, where alumni and current students shared experiences and insights, followed by a Q&A session. The program concluded with a group photo session and visits to the school booths, providing participants with opportunities for direct interaction and discussion with VISTEC students.Posted on 27 February 2026

On 8 January 2026, School of Biomolecular Science and Engineering (BSE) organized the VISTEC–AIST 2026 Symposium. The symposium was organized by the Late Prof. Yoshihiro Ohmiya and Dr. Pratchaya Wathaisong, postdoctoral researcher at the BSE school. Prof. Dr. Pimchai Chaiyen, President of VISTEC and BSE faculty member, attended and presided over the opening session of the symposium. Held under the theme “BioFrontiers: Innovating Microbial, Metabolic, and Plant Bioproduction”, the event served as a strategic platform to strengthen collaborative research and promote knowledge exchange between invited speakers and members of the BSE community.Posted on 27 February 2026

On 8 January 2026, faculty members, researchers, and students of Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC) were honored with a total of 13 National Research Awards across four categories at the National Research Awards Ceremony for Fiscal Year 2026, organized in conjunction with Thailand Inventors’ Day 2026. The awards were presented as follows: 1.    Research Awards – 5 awards Very Good Level: 3 awards Good Level: 2 awards 2.    Thesis Award – 1 award (Good Level) 3.    Invention and Innovation Award – 1 award 4.    National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) Quality Achievement Awards – 6 awards These prestigious recognitions underscore VISTEC’s strong commitment, dedication, and outstanding capability in advancing high-impact research and innovation that contribute meaningfully to society and to the national and international academic community.Posted on 27 February 2026

In recognition of his distinguished leadership and longstanding contributions to national development, Dr. Pailin Chuchottaworn (Chairperson of VISTEC Council Committee) was honorably appointed, by a resolution of the Cabinet, as Chairman of the Board of the Thailand Institute of Nuclear Technology (Public Organization), effective from 30 December 2025 onward.VISTEC expresses its strong confidence that, with his extensive knowledge, capabilities, experience, and visionary leadership in organizational management, policy, science, technology, and education, Dr. Pailin Chuchottaworn will play a vital role in advancing the mission of the Thailand Institute of Nuclear Technology (Public Organization) to achieve the greatest benefit for the nation in the years ahead.Posted on 27 February 2026