Assist. Prof. Dr Wanida Wonsawat, Suan Sunandha Rajabgat University, Thailand
Assist. Prof. Dr. Wanida Wonsawat ๐น๐ญ is a leading scholar in analytical chemistry with a strong dedication to research, innovation, and community development. Her work integrates electroanalytical chemistry, material science, and sensor development to solve real-world problems. ๐งช๐ฌ With an academic journey rooted at Chulalongkorn University and Burapha University, she has produced numerous high-impact publications and patented devices addressing food safety, environmental monitoring, and public health. ๐๐ฅผ Her research is widely recognized internationally, earning gold and silver medals across global invention expos in Russia ๐ท๐บ, Japan ๐ฏ๐ต, Romania ๐ท๐ด, and Korea ๐ฐ๐ท. Her leadership in developing novel paper-based and electrochemical sensors positions her as a pioneer in accessible diagnostics. ๐ก๐ As an educator and mentor, she contributes significantly to Thailandโs scientific and academic community. Her outstanding achievements and innovative approach make her a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
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Education
Assist. Prof. Dr. Wanida Wonsawat is a dedicated scholar in Analytical Chemistry ๐งช๐. She earned her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry in 2012 from Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok ๐น๐ญ, following her M.Sc. in the same field from the same institution in 2006. Her academic journey began with a B.Ed. in Chemistry Teaching from Burapha University, Chon Buri, in 1999 ๐๐งโ๐ซ. With a strong foundation in both education and scientific research, Dr. Wonsawat combines her passion for teaching and analytical precision, contributing significantly to the academic and scientific community through education and research ๐ฌ๐.
Experience
Assist. Prof. Dr. Wanida Wonsawat has been the recipient of numerous prestigious scholarships and grants throughout her academic journey. She was honored with the 90th Anniversary of Chulalongkorn University (Ratchadaphiseksomphot Endowment Fund) awards in both 2006โ2007 and 2011โ2012 ๐๐
. She received support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in 2007โ2008 ๐๐ฐ and benefited from Thailandโs Higher Educational Strategic Scholarships for Frontier Research Network Project between 2007 and 2010 ๐ฌ๐. In 2008, she earned the JASSO Scholarship from Japan ๐ฏ๐ต๐ค. Additionally, she was granted the CU Graduate School Thesis Grant in 2005 for her research excellence ๐๐.
Research Topics
Assist. Prof. Dr. Wanida Wonsawat specializes in analytical and electroanalytical chemistry, with a strong focus on developing and modifying electrodes โ๏ธ๐ฌ. Her research spans material science and nanomaterials for advanced chemical sensors, contributing to innovations in chemical detection technologies ๐งช๐งฒ. She is also deeply involved in quality control in chemistry, ensuring precision and accuracy in analytical methods โ
๐. Additionally, Dr. Wonsawat explores flow-based analysis techniques, enhancing the efficiency and automation of chemical measurements ๐ง๐. Her work bridges scientific innovation and practical application, positioning her as a key contributor in modern chemical analysis and sensor development ๐๐งซ.
Awards
Assist. Prof. Dr. Wanida Wonsawat is an accomplished innovator and educator ๐๐ฌ. In 2023, she earned a Silver Medal at JDIE Tokyo for her Probiotic Karanda Gummy project ๐๐ฅ and was recognized as an outstanding teacher by the Boon-Tin Atthakorn Foundation ๐ฉโ๐ซ๐. Her earlier accolades include multiple Gold Medals at ARCHIMEDES in Moscow (2019, 2021) ๐ฅ๐ท๐บ, Romania, and Sevastopol, and special awards from Morocco and Saudi Arabia ๐๐. In 2018, she received honors from Indonesia and Korea for her โPhosPhate-Check kitsโ project ๐งช๐ฐ๐ท. Her journey of excellence began with a Poster Outstanding Award at ICAPMA 2015 in Thailand ๐๐น๐ญ.
Research Focus
Assist. Prof. Dr. Wanida Wonsawat’s research primarily focuses on electrochemical sensors, analytical chemistry, and food and environmental safety ๐งช๐ฑ๐ฑ. Her work involves the development of innovative electrochemical detection methods using materials like carbon nanotubes, graphene, and MXene for identifying hazardous substances such as Sudan dyes, heavy metals (Cd, Pb), pesticides, and mycotoxins โฃ๏ธ๐ท. She also contributes to biosensing technologies, detecting HPV DNA and Salmonella using advanced electrodes and lateral flow devices ๐งฌ๐ฆ . Her expertise bridges nanomaterials, sensor design, and automation in analytical platforms, ensuring sensitive, cost-effective, and rapid diagnostics for public health and environmental monitoring โก๐ฌ๐.
Publication Top Notes
Analysis of sudan I, sudan II, sudan III, and sudan IV in food by HPLC with electrochemical detection: Comparison of glassy carbon electrode with carbon nanotube-ionic liquidย โฆ
Electrochemical detection of human papillomavirus DNA type 16 using a pyrrolidinyl peptide nucleic acid probe immobilized on screen-printed carbon electrodes
The simultaneous determination of isoproturon and carbendazim pesticides by single drop analysis using a graphene-based electrochemical sensor
A nanocomposite prepared from platinum particles, polyaniline and a Ti3C2ย MXene for amperometric sensing of hydrogen peroxide and lactate
Polyaniline/graphene quantum dot-modified screen-printed carbon electrode for the rapid determination of Cr (VI) using stopped-flow analysis coupled with voltammetric technique
Graphene-carbon paste electrode for cadmium and lead ion monitoring in a flow-based system
Dual Colorimetric/Electrochemical Detection ofย Salmonellaย typhimurium Using a Laser-Induced Graphene Integrated Lateral Flow Immunoassay Strip
Highly sensitive determination of cadmium and lead using a low-cost electrochemical flow-through cell based on a carbon paste electrode