Inspiring the Next Generation: Bioinspired AI at SCB Challenge #20

Posted on June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 by Worasuchad Haomachai

On June 28, 2025, Professor Dr. Poramate Manoonpong delivered an inspiring keynote at SCB Challenge #20, held at the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC). Addressing enthusiastic students from across Thailand, he presented our laboratory’s pioneering research in Embodied AI, Bio-inspired AI, and Biological Intelligence. In his talk, Professor Poramate showed how principles from Read more about Inspiring the Next Generation: Bioinspired AI at SCB Challenge #20[…]

Welcomed professors from the Faculty of Science, Maejo University

Posted on June 20, 2025June 20, 2025 by Thipawan Pairam

On June 10, 2025, we welcomed professors from the Faculty of Science, Maejo University, to our Robotics Studio, the Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Automation (ARIA) Center, and the Wangchan Artificial Intelligence (WAI) research facilities. During their visit, we introduced them to our ‘7 Wonders of Robotics,’ which encompasses a range of robotic technologies, including bio-inspired Read more about Welcomed professors from the Faculty of Science, Maejo University[…]

Keynote Presentation on Robotics Intelligence at ICYS & KVIS Science Fair

Posted on April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 by Worasuchad Haomachai

On April 7, 2025, Prof. Dr. Poramate Manoonpong delivered the keynote address at the 31st International Conference of Young Scientists (ICYS) and the 8th KVIS Invitational Science Fair at KVIS in Rayong, Thailand. He introduced groundbreaking research from the BRAIN laboratory, showcasing advances in robotics intelligence and sharing how nature-inspired designs can lead to real-world Read more about Keynote Presentation on Robotics Intelligence at ICYS & KVIS Science Fair[…]

Administrative Court of Thailand Explores Robotics at IST

Posted on April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 by Atthanat Harnkhamen

On April 22, 2025, a delegation from the Administrative Court of Thailand visited the Institute of Science and Technology (IST) for a guided tour of the Robotics Laboratory. The visit served as an opportunity to showcase research advancements and explore the intersection of technology and public service. During the tour, the IST research team presented Read more about Administrative Court of Thailand Explores Robotics at IST[…]

Inspiring the Next Generation: Bio-Inspired Robotics at Thailand Science Camp #17

Posted on April 7, 2025April 7, 2025 by Thirawat Chuthong

On March 30, 2025, Prof. Dr. Poramate Manoonpong delivered an engaging talk at the Thailand Science Camp #17, held at the National Science Museum Thailand (NSM). Speaking to enthusiastic high school students from across the country, he introduced the groundbreaking research conducted at our laboratory in the field of bio-inspired robotics. The session not only Read more about Inspiring the Next Generation: Bio-Inspired Robotics at Thailand Science Camp #17[…]

Innovative Drone Interception Research at VISTEC

Posted on March 27, 2025March 27, 2025 by Atthanat Harnkhamen

Dr. Sutthiphong Srigrarom from the National University of Singapore will present groundbreaking research on drone interception technologies at VISTEC on April 23, 2025. His work introduces a novel StringNet strategy for managing multiple drone targets, demonstrating the ability to intercept over 40 drones using just 20+ interceptor agents. The research combines advanced techniques like the Read more about Innovative Drone Interception Research at VISTEC[…]

AI Camp 2025: Exploring Physical AI and Legged Robot Simulation at IST

Posted on March 24, 2025March 24, 2025 by Atthanat Harnkhamen

Rayong, Thailand – The AI Academy Camp 2025, a joint initiative by Kamnoetvidya Science Academy School (KVIS) and Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC), brought together students eager to explore the latest trends in artificial intelligence and robotics. Held at IST, this year’s camp featured three interactive stations, offering hands-on experiences in coding, microcontrollers, Read more about AI Camp 2025: Exploring Physical AI and Legged Robot Simulation at IST[…]

Visiting Agile Systems Lab at Gatech, USA

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by Naris Asawalertsak

From October 21st to 24th, 2024, Prof. Poramate Manoonpong visited our PhD student, Naris Asawalertsak, at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Naris has been conducting research exchange between May – Dec 2024 at the lab of Prof. Simon Sponberg. During the visit, Prof. Manoonpong also discussed potential research collaborations with several faculty members at Georgia Read more about Visiting Agile Systems Lab at Gatech, USA[…]

Research Visit to Chiang Mai: Exploring Nature-Inspired Innovation

Posted on February 26, 2025February 26, 2025 by Thirawat Chuthong

On February 1, 2025, the Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Automation (ARIA) Team from the Information Science and Technology (IST) program at Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC), under the leadership of Professor Dr. Poramate Manoonpong, embarked on a research visit to Chiang Mai. Accompanying the team were visiting professors, Prof. Stanislav Gorb and Dr. Read more about Research Visit to Chiang Mai: Exploring Nature-Inspired Innovation[…]

The IST Seminar Series on Physical AI & Robotics, featuring distinguished guests from Kookmin University (KMU), South Korea, was held on February 20-21, 2025.

Posted on February 24, 2025February 24, 2025 by Run Janna

The morning session included presentations by visitors from Kookmin University in South Korea and Ritsumeikan University in Japan. The afternoon session included presentations by VISTEC. The second day began with short talks in the morning by KMU young scholars on waterproofing in robotics and reinforcement learning (RL) in legged robot locomotion. This was followed by Read more about The IST Seminar Series on Physical AI & Robotics, featuring distinguished guests from Kookmin University (KMU), South Korea, was held on February 20-21, 2025.[…]