This study aims to develop alginate-based hydrogels reinforced with carrageenan and gellan gum as composite materials for oral drug delivery. Alginate, a naturally derived polymer from brown algae, forms a gel upon exposure to cations such as calcium ions, enhancing the hydrogel’s structural integrity. Carrageenan and gellan gum, both polysaccharides, further improve stability and encapsulation efficiency. This research investigates the physical properties, mechanical strength, encapsulation capacity, and swelling behavior of hydrogel beads under simulated gastrointestinal conditions. The findings are expected to demonstrate that incorporating carrageenan and gellan gum enhances the durability and stability of hydrogel beads while enabling controlled release of active compounds in the gastrointestinal tract. These advanced hydrogel beads hold significant potential for applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries as effective oral delivery systems for bioactive substances.
ในงานวิจัยนี้มีจุดมุ่งหมายเพื่อพัฒนาไฮโดรเจลบีดส์จากอัลจิเนตที่เสริมด้วยคาร์ราจีแนนและเจลแลนกัม โดยมีคุณสมบัติที่ช่วยเสริมความแข็งแรงและความยืดหยุ่นให้กับโครงสร้างของไฮโดรเจลบีดส์ เพื่อเพิ่มความทนทานและเสถียรภาพมากขึ้น ซึ่งสามารถนำมาใช้ในการห่อหุ้มและปกป้องสารสำคัญ โดยมุ่งเน้นการควบคุมการปลดปล่อยสารสำคัญไปยังจุดเป้าหมาย การศึกษานี้จะครอบคลุมถึงลักษณะทางกายภาพ ความแข็งแรงของไฮโดรเจลบีดส์ และความสามารถในการกักเก็บสารสำคัญ ลักษณะทางกายภาพและการบวม (Swelling) ภายใต้สภาวะจำลองทางเดินอาหาร โดยใช้สารจำลองน้ำย่อยทั้งในกระเพาะอาหารและลำไส้ การพัฒนาไฮโดรเจลบีดส์จากอัลจิเนตที่เสริมด้วยคาร์ราจีแนนและเจลแลนกัมมีศักยภาพในการนำไปใช้งานในอุตสาหกรรมเภสัชกรรมและอาหารที่ต้องการห่อหุ้มสารสำคัญที่มีประสิทธิภาพสูงในอนาคต
คณะวิศวกรรมศาสตร์
This project has been developed to address medical challenges related to the process of counting and classifying blood cells from samples, a task that requires both time and high precision. To reduce the workload of medical personnel, the developers have created a platform and an artificial intelligence (AI) system capable of automatically classifying and counting cells from sample images. This system is designed to assist medical laboratory technicians by enabling them to work more efficiently and accurately, reducing the time required for analysis. Furthermore, it promotes the advancement of medical technology, ensuring effective usability from classrooms and laboratories to hospitals.
คณะเทคโนโลยีการเกษตร
This research gives a comprehensive overview of the use of antibiotics in livestock production, highlighting both the benefits and the risks associated with their use. The benefits, such as improving immunity, digestion, and reducing infections, are contrasted with the growing concern over antibiotic residues and the development of drug resistance. The shift towards alternatives like probiotics is explored as a sustainable solution, with a specific focus on lactic acid bacteria (LAB) found in the digestive systems of livestock. Thailand’s regulations, which control antibiotic use in animal feed, are also discussed, setting the stage for the study on LAB as a potential replacement for imported probiotics. 1. Use of Antibiotics in Livestock: Antibiotics have been used to promote growth, improve digestion, and prevent infections in livestock. However, the improper use of antibiotics can lead to residues in animal products and the development of drug-resistant bacteria. 2. Global Trends in Antibiotic Use: Many countries, like the European Union and Japan, have banned antibiotics as growth promoters, while others, like China and the U.S., are planning similar bans. 3. Thailand's Approach: Thailand has implemented a regulation since September 2020 to control the use of antibiotics in animal feed, requiring control at both feed mills and farms that mix their own feed. 4. Probiotics as an Alternative: Probiotics, particularly lactic acid bacteria (LAB), are being studied as an alternative to antibiotics. LAB are naturally found in the digestive tracts of livestock and are considered beneficial for maintaining gut health and replacing the need for antibiotics. The study examines the potential of LAB from Thai livestock (broilers, pigs, and cattle) as a sustainable alternative to imported probiotics, aiming to overcome issues like low survival rates of foreign probiotics in practice.
คณะอุตสาหกรรมอาหาร
This black rice yogurt combines Trio Probiotic popping pearls and healthy rice cereal, rich in anthocyanins that help slow down bodily aging. It contains 3 types of probiotics to support gut balance and enhance digestive efficiency. This zero-waste product repurposes rice residue from the production process into nutritious cereal, offering a delicious and health-packed experience in one cup.