December 1, 2025 – The Princess Agrarajakumari Faculty of Nursing had the privilege of welcoming a delegation of international scholars and attendees from the International Nursing Research Conference, held in collaboration with the World Academy of Nursing Science (WANS). The delegation visited the Community Health Learning and Service Center (Warm Community Nursing Clinic) to observe the operations of the first Warm Community Nursing Clinic established by a nursing educational institution. This center serves as a vital model for integrating the Academy’s educational mission with the provision of primary healthcare services. The welcoming ceremony was presided over by Associate Professor Dr. Tassana Boontong, Dean of the Faculty, alongside Ajarn Laddawon Vaisurasingha, Deputy Dean for Planning, Strategy, and Development. Following the welcome, Ajarn Rachaneeporn Na Thalang, Director of the Center, and the Community Nursing Department team led the delegates on a tour of the facility’s comprehensive service system. The visit highlighted the…

📢 We are pleased to share our newly published research in the Western Journal of Nursing Research (Q1 Journal, Scopus/Scimago ranking).📖 Title:Pesticide Exposure and the Risk of Depression, Anxiety, and Suicide: A Meta-Analysis👩‍🎓 Authors:Prasert Kham-ai, Mattika Chaichan, Narisara Sripo, Kanyaphat Pongchangyou, Dao Weiangkham, and Karen Heaton✨ Highlights:• Pesticide exposure is significantly associated with increased psychological distress, including anxiety, depression, and suicide among agricultural workers• Exposed individuals had 1.8–2 times higher odds of developing mental health problems, especially depression• The study identifies pesticide exposure as an important environmental risk factor requiring urgent preventive actions• Emphasizes the need for mental health promotion and policy-level interventions to protect agricultural populations📌 Read the full article here:👉 https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/01939459251383089?utm_source=researchgate👏 Congratulations to Dr. Prasert Kham-ai, Lect. Mattika Chaichan, Lect. Narisara Sripo, Lect. Kanyaphat Pongchangyou, and the research team for their significant contribution to advancing global understanding of environmental determinants of mental health in agricultural populations!

We are pleased to share our newly published research in Healthcare(Q1 Journal, Scopus ranking). Title:Use of the Survivors’ Unmet Needs Survey (SUNS) Framework to Understand the Needs of Colorectal Cancer Survivors in Thailand: A Qualitative Descriptive Study Authors:Cherdsak Duangchan, Sarah Abboud, Rohan D. Jeremiah, Geraldine Gorman, Cherdsak Iramaneerat, and Alicia K. Matthews Highlights:• Thai colorectal cancer survivors report significant unmet needs, especially in health information and emotional support• Barriers include limited infrastructure and minimal involvement of multidisciplinary teams• Despite challenges, survivors expressed strong trust in physician-led care• Recommendations: establish survivorship clinics, strengthen information delivery, and leverage telehealth for equitable care Read the full article: https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/13/17/2187 Congratulations to Dr. Cherdsak Duangchan and the research team for this important contribution to advancing cancer survivorship care in Thailand!

🌟 New Publication Alert! 🌟 📢 We are pleased to share our newly published study in The Journal of Chulabhorn Royal Academy (TCI Tier 1 Journal). 📖 Title: A Study of Local Wisdom Regarding Therapeutics in Sisaket Province 👩‍🎓 Authors: Tattiya Nakornchai, Chanidapa Khorsukworakul, Puttiporn Pitantananukul, Jarinta Suppawatcharasarm ✨ Highlights: • Traditional therapeutic wisdom remains widely practiced in Sisaket Province • Its popularity stems from simplicity, low cost, minimal side effects, and reduced suffering during treatment • The study suggests integrating local therapeutic wisdom appropriately with modern medical practices 📌 Read the full article: 👉 https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jcra/article/view/269172/186492 👏 Congratulations to Dr. Chanidapa Khorsukworakul and the research team for their valuable contribution in advancing and preserving Thailand’s local therapeutic wisdom!

คณะกรรมการดำเนินงานหลักสูตรพยาบาลศาสตรบัณฑิต(หลักสูตรนานาชาติ) ได้จัดกิจกรรม “Leadership Development Camp: Enhancing Analytical Thinking, Management Planning, and Communication Skills for Nursing Students”ณ โรงเรียนนายร้อยพระจุลจอมเกล้า อ.เมือง จ.นครนายก ระหว่างวันที่ วันที่ 27-28 กันยายน 2568โดยมีเป้าหมายเพื่อให้นักศึกษาได้รับความรู้เกี่ยวกับการพัฒนา Soft Skill ในศตวรรษที่ 21 ที่มุ่งเน้นให้ผู้นำนักศึกษาได้คิดวิเคราะห์ วางแผนการบริหารจัดการและการสื่อสาร ได้ฝึกปฏิบัติการใช้ทักษะการเป็นผู้แกนนำในการแก้ไขปัญหาเฉพาะหน้า สร้างทักษะความสัมพันธ์ระหว่างบุคคลในการทำงานร่วมกัน ผ่านฐานกิจกรรมต่าง ๆ เช่น กิจกรรมwalk rally กิจกรรมเสริมสร้างการทำงานเป็นทีม โดยมีคณาจารย์และนักศึกษาหลักสูตรพยาบาลศาสตรบัณฑิต (หลักสูตรนานาชาติ) เข้าร่วมกิจกรรมดังกล่าว

📢 We are pleased to share our newly published research in the Nursing: Research and Reviews. 📖 Title: Executive functioning training for reducing cognitive intra-individual variability in people living with HIV: A pilot randomized, controlled trial protocol 👩‍🎓 Authors: Odii, I. O., Phaowiriya, H., Hopkins, C., Fazeli, P. L., Rubin, L., Azuero, A., Lee, J., Brooks, S. B., Chapman Lambert, C., & Vance, D. E. ✨ Highlights: • This article provides the rationale and protocol for a pilot feasibility clinical trial on an executive functioning training intervention in middle-aged and older people living with HIV (PLWH). • As PLWH age, their increased risk for cognitive impairment highlights the urgent need for therapeutic strategies. • Cognitive intra-individual variability offers an innovative approach at the intersection of neuroscience and nursing care. 📌 Read the full article here: 👉 http://doi.org/10.2147/nrr.s492990 👏 Congratulations to Lect. Hathaichanok Phaowiriya and the research team for this important…

Congratulations to our 3rd year students in the Bachelor of Nursing Science (International Program):– Miss Venus Jitsakul– Miss Chatchaya Imraiad– Miss Kanyarat MuangplodAdvisor: Dr. Cherdsak DuangchanWhose research has been accepted for poster presentationat the Sigma Asia Regional Conference 2025! 🌏💡🔗 Learn more about the conference: https://events.polyu.edu.hk/sarc2025/home#SigmaAsia2025 #NursingResearch

New Publication Alert! We are pleased to share our newly published research in Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus(Q1 Journal, Scopus/Scimago ranking). Title:Cognitive intra-individual variability as an outcome or moderator of speed of processing training in aging adults with HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder: A secondary data analysis of a 2-year longitudinal randomized clinical trial Authors:David E. Vance, Andres Azuero, Michael Vinikoor, Julie K. Schexnayder, Frank Puga, Benjamin Galatzan, Jun Y. Byun, Chunhong Xiao, Hathaichanok Phaowiriya, Dara L. James, Pariya L. Fazeli Highlights:Examined cognitive intra-individual variability as an outcome or moderator of speed of processing trainingFocused on middle-aged and older adults living with HIV (PLWH) with HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder (HAND)Findings have broader implications for normal older adults, cognitively vulnerable adults, and adults at risk for dementia Read the full article here: http://doi.org/10.1016/j.aggp.2024.100012 Congratulations to Lect. Hathaichanok Phaowiriya and co-authors for this important contribution to cognitive aging and HIV research!

New Publication Alert! We are pleased to share our newly published research in Brain and Behavior (Q2 Journal, Scopus/Scimago ranking). Title:Association of Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor Polymorphisms With Alcohol Use Disorder: An Updated Meta-Analysis of Genetic Association Studies Authors:Anorut Jenwitheesuk, Noel Pabalan, Pairath Tapanadechopone, Hamdi Jarjanazi, Kittipun Arunphalungsanti, Phuntila Tharabenjasin Highlights:- This meta-analysis examined the association between BDNF gene polymorphisms (rs6265, rs16917204, rs7103411, rs11030104) and risk of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)- Certain BDNF SNPs were significantly associated with reduced AUD risk in overall analyses (homozygous and codominant models)- Protective effects were observed particularly among Caucasians (homozygous and recessive models), but not among Asians- Findings suggest that BDNF polymorphisms may play a protective role and could serve as potential genetic markers in clinical assessment of AUD Read the full article here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/brb3.70359 Congratulations to Dr. Anorut Jenwitheesuk and co-authors for this important contribution to genetic research in alcohol use disorders!