On Saturday, January 31, 2026, Yuta Akakuma, COO of naturenix Inc., served as moderator for the panel session "Scaling Thai Research Through Industry and Regional Collaboration" — held at Puey Ungphakorn Centenary Hall, Thammasat University (Rungsit Campus) as part of Hyper Interdisciplinary Conference Thailand 2026, hosted by Leave a Nest Co., Ltd. The session partner was Yamada Shokai Holdings Co., Ltd.
Session Overview
The panel brought together leaders from startups, public-sector innovation agencies, and the digital ecosystem to explore how Thai research can be commercialised and expanded beyond national borders through structured, multi-sector partnerships. The discussion came at a timely moment, following the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between naturenix and Yamada Shokai Holdings — highlighting a concrete pathway for international industry collaboration and regional market access.
Panelists
Dr. Yukihiro Maru — Founder & Group CEO, Leave a Nest Co., Ltd.
Mr. Worapoj Chosen — Founder & CEO, CHOSEN Digital
Dr. Thithiwat May — Policy Specialist, NXPO Thailand
Moderator: Mr. Yuta Akakuma — COO, naturenix Inc.
The panel surfaced practical insights on building sustainable research-to-market pathways, the role of public-sector support, and how cross-border collaboration can unlock new opportunities for Thai innovation. The session was especially relevant for policymakers, university leaders, and innovation-ecosystem stakeholders seeking actionable, replicable models for scaling research through collaboration.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Venue: Puey Ungphakorn Centenary Hall, Thammasat University (Rungsit Campus)