The Faculty of Agro-Industry, Chiang Mai University would like to extend its sincere congratulations to Ms. Kansinee Ratchatanapan, a student of the Kasetsart University Laboratory School, Educational Research and Development Center, on receiving a Gold Medal Award at the Youth Invention and Innovation Competition, Thailand New Gen Inventors Award 2026 (I-New Gen Award 2026).

Ms. Kansinee received the award at the secondary education level, in the category of Energy, Materials, Biochemical, and Industrial Innovations, for her invention entitled:

“Development of PVC-Coated Pulp Wallpaper Using the Sparking Technique to Enhance Antimicrobial Properties.”

The project was conducted under the supervision of Professor Dr. Pornchai Ratchatanapan and his research team.

This achievement reflects the outstanding potential of young innovators and brings great pride to the academic community.