Prince of Songkhla University Opens International Academic Conference CDD 2026 Bringing Together Experts in Drug Development and Health Innovation

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Prince of Songkhla University, in collaboration with a network of pharmaceutical and health science educational institutions, is launching the 8th Current Drug Development International Conference 2026 (CDD2026) under the theme "Future Medicine and Healthcare," scheduled for May 21-23. The conference serves as an international forum for exchanging knowledge, academic progress, and research in drug development, pharmaceuticals, health products, cosmetics, and health technology, while promoting collaboration among researchers, faculty members, graduate students, and industry representatives from both Thailand and abroad. The event is headed by Professor Dr. Theeraphol Srichana, Director of the Drug Delivery System Excellence Research Center at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, along with Assistant Professor Dr. Chatchai Wattanapirom, Dean of the Faculty, at the Duangchanok Convention Hall, Duangchat Resort and Spa in Phuket.

Professor Dr. Theeraphol Srichana stated that the conference reflects a commitment to advancing drug development and health science comprehensively, from creating new knowledge and building on innovations to establishing guidelines aligned with sustainable development and efficient use of natural resources. The primary objective is to drive high-quality research toward practical applications that benefit the health system, society, and commercial development.

The conference also serves as a platform connecting scientists, academics, and researchers from diverse fields to exchange knowledge, perspectives, and new scientific ideas, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to jointly develop strategies addressing future health challenges. The conference has generated overwhelming interest with nearly 200 participants and a record-breaking number of international registrants. The number of oral and poster presentations has exceeded previous conferences held in 2566, confirming the increased standards, quality, and recognition of this academic platform.

Participants also have the opportunity to advance their research for publication in international peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus. Pharmacist participants receive 7.5 continuing education credits in pharmaceutical sciences, representing an important benefit supporting professional development.

"The success of this conference stems from strong collaboration among pharmacy faculty networks from 7 leading Thai universities and 1 Malaysian university, which serves as a vital force in elevating academic cooperation and advancing health knowledge to the international level," Professor Dr. Theeraphol remarked.

CDD 2026 covers four major fields: natural products and traditional medicine, pharmaceutical biotechnology and pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutical technology and drug delivery systems, and cosmeceuticals and nutrient pharmaceuticals. The conference features 4 keynote speakers and 8 invited speakers from leading Thai and international experts sharing knowledge on contemporary issues including microneedles for drug delivery, vaccine design of the future, and drugs and bioactive compounds from natural resources.