Research Output
Research Output
VISTEC researchers have been very productive in publishing their research in leading international journals as well as obtaining patents. On average, our faculty members publish more than three papers and file at least one patent every year. This research output and intellectual property creation serve as the launchpad for real products and applications.
Total VISTEC Research Publications
(2015 - Present)
VISTEC Research Publications
(2020 - 2025)
Our Highlight Research Publications in the Year 2024
(Jan 2024 - Dec 2024)
In the year 2024, VISTEC achieved recognition by contributing research publications to 1) first-quartile (Q1) journals (from Scopus), 2) top-tier journals (from Scopus), 3) high-impact factor journals (from Web of Science), 4) Nature Index journals (nature.com/nature-index), Â 5) Computer Science Rankings (csrankings.org), and/or CORE ranking (core.edu.au)
These accomplishments underscore its growing reputation in fields such as energy, materials science, biotechnology, computer science, and engineering, along with its active engagement in international and interdisciplinary research collaborations.
Our Highlight Research Publications in Academic Year 2024
(Aug 2024 - Present)
March 2025     Watcharaphol Paritmongkol, Zhifu Feng, Sivan Refaely-Abramson, William A. Tisdale, Christoph Kastl, and Lorenzo Maserati ACS Nano | First published on 26 Mar 2025 Journal Metric: Nature Index | Impact Factor 15.8 | Q1, T1(1st) DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acsnano.4c18493 Abstract: Molecular self-assembly offers an effective and scalable way to design nanostructured materials with tunable optoelectronic properties. In the past 30 years, organic chemistry has delivered a plethora of metal–organic structures based on the combination of organic groups, chalcogens, and a broad range of metals. Read More |
Kanyarat Mantala and Daniel Crespy Macromolecules | First published on 21 Mar 2025 Journal Metric: Nature Index (share 1) | Impact Factor 5.1 | Q1, T1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.macromol.4c02732 Abstract: Waterborne polyurethanes are now widely used for preparing adhesives and coatings. They are considered as a sustainable alternative for solvent-borne applications because of reductions in volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions. However, imparting a property of self-healing at room temperature to these polyurethanes remains challenging. Read More |
Anousha Sohail, Watinee Nunthakitgoson, Sorasak Klinyod, Anawat Thivasasith, Anittha Prasertsab, Peeranat Chaipornchalerm, Warot Prasanseang, Wanmai Srisuwanno, Poobodin Mano, Somlak Ittisanronnachai, Supawadee Namuangruk, Chularat Wattanakit Angewandte Chemie International Edition | First published on 11 Mar 2025 Journal Metric: Nature Index (share 0.83) | Impact Factor 16.1 | Q1, T1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/anie.202501404 Abstract:Â Fossil fuel consumption has caused petroleum shortages and increased carbon emissions; thus, utilizing renewable resources in biorefineries for biomass-derived chemical synthesis is promising. Among them, 2,5-furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA) is a key alternative to terephthalic acid (PTA) for sustainable polyester production. Read More |
Photoinduced polyelectrolyte complexation for the formation of stable films with reversible crosslinking Krisada Auepattana-Aumrung, Lauren M. Bishop, Kaden C. Stevens, Kevin A. Stewart, Daniel Crespy, and  Brent S. Sumerlin Chemical Science | First published on 7 Mar 2025 Journal Metric: Nature Index (share 0.33) | Impact Factor 7.6 | Q1, T1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SC00637F Abstract: Thin films formed by complexation of oppositely charged polyelectrolytes have significant potential in applications such as separation membranes, biocompatible or anticorrosion coatings, and drug delivery systems. While layer-by-layer deposition is a reliable method for producing conformal films, this multi-step process limits scalability. In this study, we functionalize polymers with photoactive protecting and crosslinking groups, allowing a one-step approach for preparing polyelectrolyte complex (PEC) films. Read More |
Chayanon Ngambenjawong, Henry Ko, Tahoura Samad, Novalia Pishesha, Hidde L. Ploegh, and Sangeeta N. Bhatia ACS Nano | First published on 5 Mar 2025 Journal Metric: Nature Index (Share 0.08) | Impact Factor 15.8 | Q1 | Tier 1 (1st) DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acsnano.4c16007 |
February 2025 Â Â Â Â Farzad Seidi, Yuqian Liu, Yang Huang, Huining Xiao and Daniel Crespy Chemical Society Reviews | First published on 20 Feb 2025 Journal Metric: Impact Factor 40.4 | Q1, T1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D4CS00440J Abstract:Â Aromatic biopolymers are the second largest group of biopolymers after polysaccharides. Depolymerization of aromatic biopolymers, as cheap and renewable substitutes for fossil-based resources, has been used in the preparation of biofuels, and a range of aromatic and aliphatic small molecules. Read More |
Kanchana Sotho, Kentaro Kadota, Takuya Kurihara, Thanakorn Tiyawarakul, Hiroki Yamada, Kanokwan Kongpatpanich and Satoshi Horike Journal of Materials Chemistry A | First published on 19 Feb 2025 Journal Metric: Impact Factor 10.7 | Q1 | Tier 1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA08744E Abstract: We demonstrate the one-pot conversion of CO2 into amorphous formate-based metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) that form grain-boundary-free monoliths with permanent porosity through hot-pressing. The local coordination geometries of metal ions are characterized using solid-state NMR and synchrotron total X-ray scattering analyses. Read More |
Preparation of barium sulfate/polymer hybrid nanoparticles from Bunte salt precursors Vatita Leamkaew  and  Daniel Crespy Chemical Communications | First published on 19 Feb 2025 Journal Metric: Nature Index (share 1) | Impact Factor 4.3 | Q1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D5CC00554J Abstract: Barium sulfate suspensions are commonly used as contrast agents for improving the resolution of X-ray imaging. However, current limitations are rapid contrast washout and low stability in water. Polymer nanoparticles are synthesized by copolymerizing vinyl benzyl thiosulfate with methyl methacrylate in a miniemulsion by free-radical polymerization. Read More |
Pimpan Leangtanom, Rattapon Khamlue, Achawee Dangkongko, Petcharaphorn Chatsiri, Watcharaphol Paritmongkol Advanced Functional Materials | First published on 18 Feb 2025 Journal Metric: Nature Index (share 1) | Impact Factor 18.5 | Q1, T1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/adfm.202423516 Abstract: 2D metal organochalcogenides (MOCs) are emerging hybrid organic–inorganic semiconductors with exciting properties, including strong exciton binding energy, polarized luminescence, in-plane anisotropy, and record-high exciton-polariton coupling. However, existing synthesis methods struggle to deliver high-quality materials with fast reaction time, high yield, and easy device integration. Read More |
Recombinase-Controlled Multiphase Condensates Accelerate Nucleic Acid Amplification and CRISPR-Based Diagnostics Aimorn Homchan, Maturada Patchsung, Pheerawat Chantanakool, Thanakrit Wongsatit, Warunya Onchan, Duangkamon Muengsaen, Thana Thaweeskulchai, Martin Tandean, Theeradon Sakpetch, Surased Suraritdechachai, Kanokpol Aphicho, Chuthamat Panchai, Siraphob Taiwan, Navin Horthongkham, Taweesak Sudyoadsuk, Aleks Reinhardt, and Chayasith Uttamapinant. Journal of the American Chemical Society | First published on 13 Feb 2025 Journal Metric:Â Nature Index (share 0.88) | Impact Factor 14.5 | Q1, T1. DOI:Â https://doi.org/10.1021/jacs.4c11893 Abstract: Isothermal techniques for amplifying nucleic acids have found extensive applications in genotyping and diagnostic tests. These methods can be integrated with sequence-specific detection strategies, such as CRISPR-based detection, for optimal diagnostic accuracy. In particular, recombinase-based amplification uses proteins from the Escherichia virus T4 recombination system and operates effectively at moderate temperatures in field and point-of-care settings. Read More |
Karnjana Atthawilai, Hiroyasu Tabe, Kotaro Ohara, Kanokwan Kongpatpanich, and Satoshi Horike. Journal of the American Chemical Society | First published on 3 Feb 2025 Journal Metric: Nature Index (share 0.47) | Impact Factor 14.5 | Q1, T1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/jacs.4c15317 |
January 2025     Patitta Preedanorawut, Orawan Chatchawankanphanich, Doungporn Yiamsawas, and Daniel Crespy. Small | First published on 29 Jan 2025 Journal Metric: Impact Factor 13 | Q1, T1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/smll.202409112 Abstract: Here the challenge of limited encapsulation efficiency of ionizable hydrophilic molecules in silica materials is addressed. Two effective strategies are showcased that allow high encapsulation efficiency of salicylic acid, while simultaneously maintaining the morphology and particle size of silica nanocapsules. These promising approaches involve the formation and encapsulation of a prodrug or the complexation of the hydrophilic payload with a hydrophobic moiety to form a complex that is dissociated in acidic conditions. Read More |
December 2024 Â Â Â Â Aisaraphon Phintha, April L. Lukowski, and Pimchai Chaiyen PNASÂ | First published on 30 Dec 2024 Journal Metric: Nature Index (share 0.67) | Impact Factor 9.4 | Q1 | Tier 1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2409479122 Abstract:Â A single-component flavin-dependent halogenase, AetF, has emerged as an attractive biocatalyst for catalyzing halogenation. However, its flavin chemistry remains unexplored and cannot be predicted due to its uniqueness in sequence and structure compared to other flavin-dependent monooxygenases. Here, we investigated the flavin reactions of AetF using transient kinetics. Read More |
Kridsadakorn Prakinee & Pimchai Chaiyen Nature Chemical Biology | First published on 24 Dec 2024 Journal Metric: Nature Index | Impact Factor 13 | Q1, T1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41589-024-01793-0 Abstract: Biocatalysts have many benefits for speeding up specific transformations, but the chemistry used by naturally occurring catalysts is limited. Pioneering work in 2016 used directed evolution to create heme-dependent enzymes able to form new silicon–carbon bonds, showcasing the approach’s power to attain catalysts capable of new-to-nature chemistry. Read More |
Chokchai Kaiyasuan, Govindasamy Sathiyan, David J. Harding, Daniel Crespy, and Pichaya Pattanasattayavong The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters | First published on 4 Dec 2024 Journal Metric: Nature Index (fraction share 0.8) | Impact Factor 4.9 | Q1 | Tier 1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jpclett.4c02787 |
November 2025 Â Â Â Chalarat Chaemchamrat, Penwuanna Arin, Luming Li, Yachao Zhu, Roza Bouchal, and Olivier Fontaine Small | First published on 25 Nov 2024 Journal Metric: Impact Factor 13 | Q1 | Tier 1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/smll.202410469 |
Wuttichai Natongchai, Daniel Crespy and Valerio D’Elia Chemical Communications | First published on 25 Nov 2024 Journal Metric: Nature Index | Q1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D4CC05291A Abstract: The conversion of CO2 into valuable chemicals is a crucial field of research. Cyclic organic carbonates have attracted great interest because they can be prepared under mild conditions and because of their structural versatility which enables a large variety of applications. Therefore, there is a need for potent and yet practical catalysts for the cycloaddition of CO2 to cyclic carbonates that are able to combine availability, low cost and an adequate performance. Read More |
October 2025 Â Â Â Binggwong Leung, Stanislav Gorb, Poramate Manoonpong Advanced Science | First published on 30 Oct 2024 Journal Metric: Impact Factor 14.3 | Q1 | Tier 1 (1st) DOI:Â https://doi.org/10.1002/advs.202408080 |
Kridsadakorn Prakinee, Suppalak Phaisan, Sirus Kongjaroon and Pimchai Chaiyen JACS Au | First published on 25 Oct 2024 Journal Metric: Impact Factor 8.6 | Q1 | Tier 1 DOI:Â https://doi.org/10.1021/jacsau.4c00653 Abstract:Â Biocatalysis has emerged as a green approach for efficient and sustainable production in various industries. In recent decades, numerous advancements in computational and predictive approaches, including ancestral sequence reconstruction (ASR) have sparked a new wave for protein engineers to improve and expand biocatalyst capabilities. Read More |
Nichakarn Anansuksawat, Thitiphum Sangsanit, Surat Prempluem, Kan Homlamai, Poramane Chiochan, Ronnachai Songthan, Worapol Tejangkura and Montree Sawangphruk Chemical Communications| First published on 15 Oct 2024 Journal Metric: Nature Index (fraction share 1) | Impact Factor 4.3 | Q1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D4CC03946G Abstract: We preconcentrate 2 M LiTFSI in 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide inside a nanoporous alumina (Al2O3) layer as a so-called concentrated lithium semi-solid layer on a Cu current collector for anode-free Li-metal NMC90 batteries. This concept lowers the activation energy for lithium-ion transport and reduces the nucleation overpotential, enhancing the cycling stability. Read More |
September 2025    Nantawat Kaekratoke and Daniel Crespy Macromolecules | First published on 24 Sep 2024 Journal Metric: Nature Index | Impact Factor 5.1 | Q1 | Tier 1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.macromol.4c01288 Abstract: Phosphorus-containing polymers find applications as fire retardant additives and biomimicking macromolecules. Herein, a series of polymers are synthesized by thiol-ene polymerization using a novel, high phosphorus content diacrylate monomer (PNDA) and various aliphatic and aromatic dithiols and amines. Depending on the chemical structure of the dithiol, low molecular weight polymers with relatively low or high glass transition temperatures are obtained. Read More |
Wimalin Jaroonwatana, Silvano Del Gobbo, Valerio D’ Elia, and Daniel Crespy Chemical Engineering Journal | First published on 19 Sep 2024 Journal Metric: Impact Factor 13.3 | Q1 | Tier 1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cej.2024.155635 Abstract: Atom-economic syntheses of cyclic organic carbonates by cycloaddition of CO2 to epoxides have risen to prominence among various approaches for CO2 fixation. In current literature, there is a general lack of recyclable fully heterogeneous organocatalytic systems which are active under mild conditions (T≤60 °C, atmospheric pressure), and that do not involve elaborated synthetic steps for the synthesis of monomers or the coimmobilization of active sites such as hydrogen bond donors (HBDs) and halide nucleophiles. Read More |
Tuning Electronic and Proton Transfer Properties on Amino-Functionalized Co-Based MOF for Efficient Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution Yollada Inchongkol, Taya Ko Saothayanun, Kanyaporn Adpakpang, Natchaya Phongsuk, Sarawoot Impeng, Soracha Kosasang, Nattapol Ma, Satoshi Horike and Sareeya Bureekaew ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces | First published on 18 Sep 2024 Journal Metric: Impact Factor 8.5 | Q1 | Tier 1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acsami.4c10061 Abstract: Efficient hydrogen (H2) production through photocatalytic water splitting was achieved by using an amino-functionalized azolate/cobalt-based metal–organic framework (MOF). While previous reports highlighted the amino group’s role only as a substituent group for enabling light absorption of MOFs in the visible region, our present study revealed its dual role. Read More |
Kawin Loha, H. Sasimali M. Soysa, Thitikorn Boonkoom, Deanpen Japrung, and Albert Schulte Analytical Chemistry | First published on 12 Sep 2024 Journal Metric: Nature Index | Impact Factor 6.7 | Q1 | Tier 1 DOI:Â https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.analchem.4c03088 Abstract:Â We describe a conductometric assay of the enzymatic conversion of glucose to gluconic acid by dissolved glucose oxidase (GOx), using the generation of proton and gluconate from the reaction product dissociation for glucose detection. Simple basics of ionic conductivity, a silver/silver chloride wire pair, and a small applied potential translate glucose-dependent GOx activity into a scalable cell current. Read More |
August 2025 Â Â Â Watinee Nunthakitgoson, Peeranat Chaipornchalerm, Anousha Sohail, Anawat Thivasasith and Chularat Wattanakit Chemical Communications | First published on 29 Aug 2024 Journal Metric: Nature Index | Impact Factor 4.3 | Q1 DOI:Â https://doi.org/10.1039/D4CC03356F |
Teerat Watcharatpong, Daniel Crespy, Kentaro Kadota, Shao-Min Wang, Kanokwan Kongpatpanich, and Satoshi Horike Journal of the American Chemical Society | First published on 12 Aug 2024 Journal Metric: Nature Index | Impact Factor 14.4 | Q1 | Tier 1 DOI:Â https://doi.org/10.1021/jacs.4c06537 |
Highlight Research Publications in Academic Year 2023