Dr Pratchaya Watthaisong

Dr Pratchaya Watthaisong

Dr Pratchaya Watthaisong has a PhD from Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC) and is currently a postdoctoral researcher at VISTEC, working on converting his scientific discoveries into innovative and commercial solutions to pressing public health and environmental issues in Thailand. Achievements include 3 first author publications in Nature Index and other high-impact factor applied chemistry and biological chemistry journals; 10 patents including PCT and 2 innovation awards (excellent level) from the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT).

LUMOS is a test kit that enables quick, accurate and on-site detection of pesticides in farm produce to empower co-ops and exporters and ensure food safety for millions of consumers. HPLC/MS and GC/MS testing is expensive and time-consuming as users such as village co-ops, exporters and supermarkets can’t afford to test adequately and suffer costs, LUMOS reduces this lead time from 5 days to 30 minutes. LUMOS aims to enhance food safety and public health, improve economics for farmers and everyone in the supply chain, reduce waste and improve efficiencies.

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