The 1st International Reinventing University Roadmap for Phenomics Symposium 2023 (IRURP Symposium 2023)

The National Phenome Institute, Khon Kaen University, together with domestic and international partners, hosted the international conference “The 1st International Reinventing University Roadmap for Phenomics Symposium 2023 (IRURP Symposium 2023)” on 6 February 2023 at the Khon Kaen University Science Park to exchange knowledge and set the direction for the university’s strategic development in phenomics.

The symposium focused on integrating knowledge in phenomics, advanced technologies and higher education policy to support the “Reinventing University” initiative and to translate research into social and economic benefits. Distinguished speakers from Thailand and abroad shared their expertise and experience, including experts from Imperial College London and leading universities, as well as representatives of Thai research and innovation agencies. Presentations covered visions and approaches for developing phenomics capabilities at the international level, including building collaborative networks, developing human resources in advanced science, and upgrading research infrastructure to support Precision Medicine and future biomedical innovation.

The IRURP Symposium 2023 marked an important step for Khon Kaen University and the National Phenome Institute in establishing their role as a regional hub for phenomics knowledge and networks, while advancing the university toward becoming a sustainable, internationally recognized research university.