2nd International Symposium on Sustainable Pathways: Green Synthesis for Functional Materials and Eco-Friendly Applications (SMA2025)

The recent SMA2025, 28-29 March 2025 @ Walailak University, Thailand, organized by Functional Materials & Nanotechnology CoE (FuNTech), Hub of Microwave Heating, and School of Science, WU, has provided a platform for experts and enthusiasts to delve into the cutting-edge developments in green synthesis for functional materials and eco-friendly applications.

This event serves as a platform to showcase the diverse applications of plasma technology and green synthesis, ranging from material science and biotechnology to energy generation and environmental solutions.

The theme The SMA symposium was joined by a plenary lecturer, Prof. Rajdeep Singh Rawat from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore; 12 keynote talks; and 5 invited speakers from Thailand, Japan, South Korea, India, and Malaysia. Together with the participants, including lecturers, researchers, and students. Participants had the opportunity to engage with leading experts in the field through a series of plenary and keynote lectures, invited presentations, interactive sessions, and poster sessions.

These exchanges foster collaboration, facilitate knowledge sharing, and generate new ideas.

The symposium was made possible through the dedication and hard work of the organizing committee led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Sujittra Poorahong, Funtech, Hub of Microwave, School of Science-WU, RIIE-WU, NIFS, AAAP, and Hub of Plasma. This gathering not only highlighted the advancements in green technology but also underscored the importance of collaboration and knowledge exchange in driving innovation in this rapidly evolving field. Finally, congratulations to the students and researchers who won the poster presentation awards: The first price: Areeya Langthoh, Walailak University, title “Silk Yarn Modified with Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles (TiO2 NPs) to Improve Berberine Dye Adsorption”

The second price: Chanida Jakkrawhad, University, title “Flow-Based Amperometric Sensor for Dexamethasone Detection using Fe-MOF/Graphene Oxide Composites Material Modified Pencil Graphite Electrode”

The third prize: Kazuki Nagahara, National Institutes of Natural Sciences, title “Research on Creation Technology of Highly Functional Activated Carbon Catalysts and Cellulose Hydrolysis Technology for Biofuel Production”

The third price: Natthaphong Naksithong, Walailak University, title “Berberine Dye Adsorption onto Silk Yarn Coated with Silver Nanoparticles (Ag NPs/Silk) using a Natural Reducing Agent from Thai Dark Purple Glutinous Rice”

The organizers express their gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of SMA2025.