Category: 2025 Delegate

Dr Qun Shao

Dr. Qun Shao is an Associate Professor and Deputy Director of Bradford-Renduchintala Enterprise Ecosystem (BREE) at the University of Bradford. He is actively involved in managing entrepreneurship programmes for students, graduate entrepreneurs, and aspiring entrepreneurs in our local community. He is also co-founder of both the Bradford UK-China Healthtech Open Innovation programme and the RCUK (Research Council UK) China Science Bridges programme. Qun has many years of knowledge transfer experience in both academic and industrial organisations across China and UK. During his role as China Programme Manager the University of Bradford was awarded a UK first-ranked RCUK Science Bridges programme (£1.3m). Qun has built strong networks with Chinese academia, industry and government and has led programmes and co-facilitated workshops that have created over 40 funded collaborations and joint venture companies between UK SMEs and academics, and counterparts in China.

Qun is also a co-founder and Chief Operations Officer of Crystec Ltd, a spin-out of the University of Bradford, focused on pharmaceutical particle design and crystal engineering. He has overall responsibility for coordinating international research, supply chain and manufacturing operations.

Qun holds a PhD in the field of knowledge engineering and artificial intelligence applied to pharmaceutical manufacturing, and has a multi-disciplinary educational background covering science, engineering and information technology. His research expertise relates to application of knowledge engineering and artificial intelligence to pharmaceutical formulations and Traditional Chinese Medicine modernisation. He has published over 30 scientific articles in major international journals and has received a number of research grants/awards. Prior to moving to the UK, Qun worked in a national chemical research institute in China. Qun is fluent in English, with Mandarin as his native language.

Dr N Manoharan Narayanasamy

Dr. N. Manoharan, presently serving as Director – Projects and International Student Services of Hindustan Group of Institutions has served as Vice Chancellor of Sathyabama University, Chennai and Pro Vice Chancellor of AMET University, Chennai. He is Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering with over 40 years of Teaching, Research and Administrative experience in Engineering College / University level. He has specialized in the area of Internal Combustion Engines, Thermography, Radiography, Materials, Micro Electronics and Nano Technology.

Dr. Melba Angni

Melba Angni is the Director for International Affairs and Linkages of Mindanao State University, Philippines. She is The Jena Declaration’s Ambassador for Southeast Asia and the Philippines of UNESCO Chair on Global Understanding and Sustainability. She is also a member of the Operational Board of the World Technology Universities Network (WTUN) and an active collaborator of the EU-ASEAN GreenTrans-EDU project.

Melba leads the university’s global engagement, forging strategic partnerships, advancing academic collaborations, and positioning MSU as a dynamic player in internationalization, sustainability, and innovation. She is instrumental in aligning the university’s international affairs with global frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals, The Jena Declaration, and the Green Transition agenda.

Her professional expertise lies in educational leadership, institutional diplomacy, inclusive development, science education and culture studies. With decades of experience in academia and leadership, Melba has been key in expanding MSU’s global networks, mobilizing faculty and student exchanges, and securing international programs that elevate institutional visibility and impact.

Melba is passionate about inclusive global learning, cultural sustainability, and transforming education to meet the challenges of the future. She is deeply committed to creating opportunities for academic communities to thrive through cross-border cooperation and knowledge sharing. As an advocate of internationalization for transformation, she champions partnerships that empower institutions and individuals to co-create solutions for a sustainable and inclusive world.

Professor Bruno Motta de Carvalho

Professor Bruno M. Carvalho is the Deputy International Relations Officer of the UFRN. Bruno earned a B.Sc. in Computer Science from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (1991), a M.Sc. in Computer Science from the Federal University of Pernambuco (1995) and a Ph.D. in Computer and Information Science from the University of Pennsylvania (2003). He has extensive experience teaching varied courses in Computer Science, while his research interests are more focused on theories and applications in Visual Computing, such as image reconstruction, image segmentation and object classification. He is currently involved in the development of solutions for biological, medical and geological applications.

Dr Ying-Jung Yvonne Yeh

Dr. Ying-Jung Yvonne Yeh is the Vice President for International Affairs at National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (Taiwan Tech) and a tenured professor in the Department of Business Administration. She had been in charge of international MBA program, academic affairs of EMBA program and honorary BBA degree for years before taking the position at Office of International Affairs. She also served as a deputy secretary general of Taiwan Academy of Management, and was a member of the reviewing committee for several national awards to recognize outstanding SMEs. Her research interests include employee quality of working life, performance management, and the application of technology on work and employee training.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nathapong Chitniratna

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nathapong Chitniratna is the President of Thaksin University Thailand. He has been in this position for almost two years. Prior to this he was the Vice President for Research and Innovation and the Dean of Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nathapong Chitniratna received Ph.D. in Social Development from Naresuan University, M.Sc. in Environmental Management from Prince of Songkla University, and B.A. in Political Science from Ramkamhaeng University, Thailand.

Dr.Tapany Patcharawit

Asst. Prof. Dr. Tapany Patcharawit is currently Deputy Director of Center for International Affairs, Suranaree University of Technology (SUT), Thailand. Previously, she was Chair of the School of Metallurgical Engineering at SUT. Her current position is also Chair of Cooperative Education of the School. She received her Ph.D. in Metallurgy and Materials from the University of Birmingham, the United Kingdom. Her teaching and research have been in the field of metallurgical engineering, particularly on forming, testing, and recycling of metals and materials. For industrial engagement, she takes part as the consultant of “Recycling Technology Implementation Boost-up for Sustainably Renewable Resources towards the Development of Eco-Industrial Town Projects”, supported by the Department of Primary Industries and Mines, the Ministry of Industry, Thailand.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chawin Chantharasenawong

Chawin Chantharasenawong is now currently holds a position of Vice President for Internationalization of King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thnoburi. He is an experienced researcher and academician with over a decade of experience in the field of engineering. He holds a PhD in Aeronautics from the Imperial College London and has since contributed in the field of wind energy, Formula Student racecar and, most recently, remote education technology.

Together with his co-researchers, his team has published over 20 research articles in leading engineering journals and presented his work at numerous international conferences. Chawin has held several administration positions, including Associate Dean for International Affairs at Faculty of Engineering, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi. He is currently the Board of Trustees Chairman at Concordian International School and Deputy Manager for International Affairs for the Princess Maha Chakri Award Foundation. Chawin’s areas of expertise include nonlinear dynamical systems, multiphysics simulations, and optimization techniques.

Apart from his technical skills, Chawin is known for his excellent communication and leadership abilities. He has mentored several graduate students and, through his professional experience, networked with many high-level government organisations in the education sector.

Dr Chantharasenawong served as the WTUN Operational Board Chair 01 August 2025 – 31 July 2026

Dr Khwanchit Suwannoppharat

Dr. Khwanchit Suwannoppharat is the Assistant President for International Affairs, Thaksin University, Thailand. She has 16-year teaching experience in tertiary level. She finished her Ph.D. in English as an International Language (EIL) from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand in 2015 and Master of Education in TESOL from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) in 2008. Her areas of expertise include curriculum design, English as a foreign language learning and teaching, Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), and language assessment and evaluation. Her current interests are on community-based learning and CLIL and social development for sustainable development.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Samak Kaewsuksaeng

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Samak Kaewsuksaeng is the Vice President for Research and Innovation at Thaksin University, Thailand, and currently serves as Acting Director of the university’s Research and Innovation Institute. He is an academic and researcher specializing in postharvest technology, with extensive experience in teaching, research, and university research administration.

His research expertise focuses on postharvest technology and plant science, particularly the physiology and quality of agricultural produce after harvesting. He has published numerous research papers in national and international academic publications. He has also expanded his international academic experience as a visiting scholar at Yamaguchi University, Japan, as well as at universities in Korea and the United States. In addition, he received professional training in postharvest physiology, pathology, and handling of fresh commodities in Israel.

In his current leadership role, Dr. Kaewsuksaeng plays an important part in strengthening Thaksin University’s research and innovation ecosystem. His work emphasizes connecting research, technology, and innovation with practical applications and sustainable development. He has also contributed to initiatives promoting social innovation, university-industry collaboration, entrepreneurship, startups, and area-based development.

Beyond the university, Dr. Kaewsuksaeng actively participates in national and international academic and innovation networks. Through his academic expertise and administrative leadership, he contributes to advancing Thaksin University’s mission of using research and innovation to create meaningful social, economic, and community impact.