Leave a Nest Singapore to accelerate collaboration with Thai Universities by signing MoU with Institute of Technology and Innovation Management (iNT), Mahidol University(MU)
Bangkok Thailand – [November 22, 2023] – Leave a Nest Singapore, a leading science and technology company, and iNT, a prominent center for innovation at the national and international level in Thailand, have formalized their commitment to accelerate collaboration between Thai universities and Singapore by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Mahidol University’s Phayathai Campus in Bangkok, Thailand. The signing ceremony took place on November 22, 2023 before the start of HYPER INTERDISCIPLINARY CONFERENCE in Thailand, where researchers and professors from MU participated in and MU being a partner of the conference. The MoU signifies a significant milestone in promoting collaboration and advancing technological innovation between the two renowned organizations. Moreover, the event coincides with the celebration of the 50th ASEAN – Japan Friendship and Cooperation Anniversary, further highlighting the significance of this partnership in fostering regional collaboration.
The MoU was signed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yodchanan Wongsawat, the Director of Institute for Technology and Innovation Management(iNT), Mahidol University and Dr.Kihoko Tokue, the Managing Director of Leave a Nest Singapore,emphasising the importance and commitment of both organisations towards this partnership.
From Left: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yodchanan Wongsawat (Director of Institute for Technology and Innovation Management), Dr. Kihoko Tokue (Managing Director of Leave a Nest Singapore)
The MoU solidifies Leave a Nest Singapore and MU’s commitment to promoting collaboration in technology and innovation between Thailand, Singapore and Japan. Dr. Tokue has a background as a researcher in Thailand. After joining Leave a Nest Group, she has continued to support researchers and deep tech startups from Thailand through her connections. The MoU serves as a formalization of the existing ties between the two organizations. This MoU was signed by leveraging on respective expertise and resources, both organisations aim to drive economic growth through providing solutions with deep tech, and foster a culture of innovation to solve deep issues in both countries. The commemoration of the 50th ASEAN – Japan Friendship and Cooperation Anniversary, this MoU highlights the strong historical ties and enduring partnership between the ASEAN region and Japan, showcasing the shared commitment to regional development, economic progress, and cultural exchange.
With this MoU in place, both organizations are optimistic that this MoU will pave the way for mutually beneficial collaborations, leveraging their combined strengths and expertise to drive technological advancements, promote entrepreneurship, and create a conducive ecosystem for innovation.
Innovation originating from MU has continued to be recognised by Leave a Nest and its TECHPLANTER THAILAND open innovation challenge partners. The award winners are as follows:
2023 Therapeutic Antibodies, Euglena Award
2022 TEAnity, Glico Award
2021 Rehab Happy Walk, Mitsui Chemicals Award
2020 IQmed Innovation, Grand Winner and Leave a Nest Award
For media inquiries and more information, please contact:
Leave a Nest Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Email: info-asia”at”lne.st
Website: https://global.lne.st/
For further information, please contact:
iNT Institute for Technology and Innovation Management
Email: int.mahidol”at”gmail.com
Website: https://int.mahidol.ac.th/
About Leave a Nest Singapore:
Leave a Nest Singapore is a leading science and technology company committed to fostering innovation, supporting startups, and nurturing talents in Singapore and beyond. With a strong focus on science and technology education, Leave a Nest Singapore provides various programs and initiatives to empower individuals and organisations in driving technological advancements and contributing to society to build a strong knowledge hub.
About iNT MU:
Institute of Technology and Innovation Management or iNT (INT) is a division of Mahidol University with the goal of presenting research and technology results of The university becoming a center for innovation at the national and international level. By giving great importance to promoting the extension of research to be used to create innovations, products or services that meet the needs of society. Helps to improve the quality of life of the people. Including adding value to research for commercial use.
Creating a mechanism to drive operations within the university to be able to help the industrial sector and the community through research and development of innovations. To create excellence in technology and innovation management of the university, aiming to be a world-class university with technology and innovation for the benefit of humanity.
Website:
https://int.mahidol.ac.th/