Biotechnology
Innovative Biotechnology, Sustainable Agro-Industry
Department of Biotechnology, one of the six departments in the Faculty of Agro-Industry, Kasetsart University, has been responsible for academic programs since 1980. It was the first university to hold an undergraduate course in biotechnology in Thailand. Master and doctorate courses were started in 1984 and 1989 respectively. More than 300 students graduated with bachelor and master degrees. Ninety five percent of undergraduate and graduate students were working in private companies or their own companies. For the relationship with foreign countries, we also have connections with Australia, Finland, Germany, Japan, Newzealand, USA and UK. Collaborative research in various areas have been carried out through the Academic Education Department, the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS), the National Science & Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) and British Council Programmes. Therefore, to strengthen the knowledge for students at a higher level, especially in research work, the international programme in Biotechnology (by research) was established for master and doctorate levels as well in 1996.
Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
The Department of Biotechnology produces graduates who will serve the future of Thai agro-industry and biotechnology industry with a strong knowledge in the control of microbial and biocatalyst for biological processes. Outstanding in process design and operation of production processes.
Course Description
Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) (Revised Curriculum 2023)
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Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) (Revised Curriculum 2018)
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Master of Science (Biotechnology)
The Department of Biotechnology develops the person serving research institutes and the Bio-based industry such as sugar industry, biomass energy industry, with a better vision and creativity. Moreover, the graduated students are able to solve the industrial problems involved in the area of biotechnology and have good research skills including good communication skills.
Course Description
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Doctor of Philosophy (Biotechnology)
The Department of Biotechnology established the Doctoral Program in Biotechnology as a first place in Thailand. We focus and emphasize to strengthen researchers to have better vision and global perspective to create and hand on the deep research and have good communication skills applied in any careers path.
Course Description
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Graduate Diploma (Sugar Technology)
We create a person with the specific skills in sugar technology serving the sugar industry for Thai industrial development plan. We also provide the research and analytical skills with ethics to solve the problems in the sugar industry.
Course Description
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Faculty Members
Dr. Bandhita Wanikorn
Food product development
ASST. PROF. Boontiwa Ninchan
Sucrochemistry and sugar technology
Assoc. Prof. Kitiya Vongkamjan Aurand
Food safety, food microbiology & applied microbiology
Asst.Prof. Kittipong Rattanaporn
Biochemical Engineering Fermentation Technology Recombinant Protein Expression in Plants
Assoc. Prof. Klanarong Sriroth
Starch Technology, Sugar Technology, Ethanol Technology
Assoc. Prof. Massalin Nakphaichit
The impact of probiotic, prebiotic and symbiotic on host health Gut Microbiota
Dr. Nisit Watthanasakphuban
Synthetic biology Protein engineering Metabolic engineering Fermentation technology
Assoc.Prof. Nuttakan Nitayapat
Biological waste and wastewater treatment
ASST. PROF. Paiboon Tunsagool
Agricultural biocontrol, Multi-Omics technologies, Health benefits of bioactive compounds
Assoc. Prof. Pakamon Chitprasert
Increasing survival of Lactobacillus reuteri KUB-AC5 as probiotics in feeds by encapsulation with biopolymers
Assoc. Prof. Prakit Sukyai
The effects of cellulose extraction methods
Assoc. Prof. Pramuk Parakulsuksatid
Valorization of biomass in biorefinery technology
Prof. Sarote Sirisansaneeyakul
Bioprocess engineering Fermentation technology
Asst. Prof. Sumallika Morakul
Alcoholic Fermentation Alcoholic Beverages
Assoc. Prof. Sunee Nitisinprasert
Microbial genetics : lactic acid bacteria, Bacillus sp.
Assoc.Prof. Suttipun Keawsompong
Enzyme technology
ASST. PROF. Tanat Uan-On
Rheological properties of semi-solid food, Hydrocolloid application and Extraction
ASSOC.PROF. Ulaiwan Withayagiat
Malting and Brewing technology, Beverage Technology
Assoc. Prof. Werasit Sanpamongkolchai
Enzyme technology Industrial fermentation, Rice utilization, Environmental Biotechnology
Dr. Wilawan Sintuprapa
Bacterial genetics
Assoc. Prof. Wirat Vanichsriratana
Bioprocess modeling adn simulation, Optimal controls for bioprocesses, Experimental designs.
Supporting Staffs
Patsorn Suhiranyawanic
General Administrative Officer
Office: Room 3601, 6th floor, AI Building 3
Tel. 02-562-5074
Patcharin Jarastrakull
General Administration Officer
Office: Room 3601, 6th floor, AI Building 3
Tel. 02-562-5075
Sirivattana Chittrepol
Scientist, Senior Professional Level
Office: Room 3425, 4th floor, AI Building 3
Tel. 02-562-5074
Sirirat Nokkaew
Administration Officer, Professional Level
Office: Room 3601, 6th floor, AI Building 3
Tel. 02-562-5075
Pichai Sakvichit
Technician, Experienced Level
Office: Room 3425, 4th floor, AI Building 3
Tel. 02-562-5074 Ext. 5342
Bunruay Prachumchai
General Service Officer
Office: Room 3601, 6th floor, AI Building 3
Tel. 02-562-5074
Ladda Wangsilabat
General Service Officer
Office: Room 3601, 6th floor, AI Building 3
Tel. 02-562-5074
Kasinee Thaotho
Administration Officer
Office: Room 3410, 4th floor, AI Building 3
Tel. 02-562-5074 Ext. 5343