Prince of Songkhla University Launches Two Innovative Products from Intellectual Property Portfolio, Driving Research Commercialization
Prince of Songkhla University launched two commercialized research products—a nano-particle curcumin formula and biodegradable microneedle patches—licensed to private companies as part of efforts to translate academic innovations into busin
Assistant Professor Dr. Niwat Kaewpradub, President of Prince of Songkhla University, presided over the launch ceremony for two new innovative products developed from the university's intellectual property portfolio at the Idea Tank Science Park. This initiative is part of the university's effort to promote the commercialization of research findings, knowledge, and intellectual property in the business and industrial sectors.
Prince of Songkhla University emphasizes advancing research innovations and inventions through intellectual property protection, developing market-responsive products that leverage science, technology, and innovation to create economic value. The university also supports private enterprises in launching new businesses or enhancing existing ventures to strengthen their competitive capabilities.
These operations fall under the Intellectual Property Center at the Science Park, which manages, protects, and promotes the university's intellectual property for efficient commercial utilization.
The two intellectual property products licensed to private companies are:
Cella Solutions Co., Ltd. has been granted rights to "A method for preparing water-soluble nano-particles of tetrahydrocurcumin in dry powder form," developed by Assistant Professor Dr. Chatchai Owatthalarp from the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Prince of Songkhla University.
InnoTech Wealth Co., Ltd. has been granted rights to "Biodegradable microneedle patch products," developed by Julinteep Putthawongsa from the Faculty of Medicine at Prince of Songkhla University.
This product launch represents a significant step in strengthening collaboration between Prince of Songkhla University and the private sector, demonstrating the university's role in translating laboratory research into commercial applications. It also raises public awareness of innovative products developed from university research, creating business opportunities, generating economic value, and promoting sustainable innovation for the nation.
