Activities & Trainings
Date: 10 September 2025
VPHCAP Shares Insights at APEC Foresight Workshop on Emerging Infectious Diseases
On 10 September 2025, Asst. Prof. Dr. Duangporn Pichpol and Asst. Prof. Dr. Terdsak Yano served as expert speakers at the APEC Foresight Workshop: Resilient Futures for Emerging Infectious Diseases at Grand Centre Point Lumpini Hotel, Bangkok, presenting on “Three Pillars of EID Resilience.”
Date: 13 August 2025
VPHCAP Re-designated as WOAH Collaborating Centre for Veterinary Services Capacity Building
The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has officially re-designated the Veterinary Public Health and Food Safety Centre for Asia Pacific (VPHCAP), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University, as a Collaborating Centre for Veterinary Services Capacity Building (Asia, the Far East, and Oceania) for the period 2026–2030. This renewal highlights VPHCAP’s sustained contributions in strengthening veterinary services and fostering regional and global collaboration since its first designation in 2016.
Date: 18 July 2025
Participation in CMU Curriculum Quality Development Training
On 18 July 2025, VPHCAP Director Asst. Prof. Dr. Duangporn Pichpol and Asst. Prof. Dr. Siriporn Khumsup, Associate Dean for Education, joined the training on curriculum quality development organized by Chiang Mai University at U-Nimman Hotel, Chiang Mai. The program aimed to enhance staff competencies in curriculum design and strengthen CMU’s educational mission.
Date: 16 July 2025
Participation in Chiang Mai Provincial Food Safety Committee Meeting 2025
On 16 July 2025, VPHCAP Director Asst. Prof. Dr. Duangporn Pichpol joined the Chiang Mai Provincial Food Safety Committee Meeting 2025 at the Chiang Mai Provincial Public Health Office. The meeting emphasized cross-sector collaboration to strengthen food safety and consumer protection in Chiang Mai.
Date: 23 June 2025
Regional Private Sector Engagement Workshop – Bangkok
On 23 June 2025, Asst. Prof. Dr. Duangporn Pichpol, Director of VPHCAP and the WOAH Collaborating Centre at Chiang Mai University, joined the Regional Private Sector Engagement Workshop in Bangkok and contributed as a speaker in the session on “Interactive Session on E-learning Platforms.”
Date: 24 April 2025
Songkran Water-Pouring Ceremony 2025 at VPHCAP and RCVB-VPH
On 24 April 2025, staff and students from VPHCAP and RCVB-VPH held a traditional Songkran water-pouring ceremony to honor their directors and seek blessings for the Thai New Year.
Date: 8 April 2025
Thesis Examination Success – Mr. Sohrab Khan
On 8 April 2025, Mr. Sohrab Khan successfully defended his thesis titled “Path Analysis of Farmers' Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices Toward Lumpy Skin Disease in Beef Cattle.”
Date: 14 March 2025
Strategic Brainstorming Initiative for VPHCAP: Enhancing National and Global Collaboration
On 14 March 2025, VPHCAP, led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Duangporn Pichpol, organized a strategic brainstorming workshop to align its initiatives with national and global academic networks.
Date: 3–7 March 2025
Study Visit in Thailand for Health Professionals from Lao PDR: Empowering a Collaborative AMR Response through Communities of Practice
From 3–7 March 2025, VPHCAP, in collaboration with SEAOHUN and international partners, hosted a workshop at Chiang Mai University to strengthen the capacity of Lao PDR health professionals in addressing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through shared experiences and collaborative networks.
Date: 1 February 2025
Congratulations to Asst. Prof. Dr. Duangporn Pichpol on Appointment as Director of VPHCAP
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Asst. Prof. Dr. Duangporn Pichpol as the new Director of the Veterinary Public Health and Food Safety Centre for Asia Pacific (VPHCAP), effective 1 February 2025.
Date: 25–26 December 2024
Workshop on Epidemiological Models for Animal and Human Diseases
On 25–26 December 2024, VPHCAP, together with WOAH Collaborating Centre for Veterinary Service Capacity Building and The Ohio State University, organized a workshop on “Epidemiological Models for Animal and Human Diseases.” The event featured expert speakers from Thailand and the USA.
Date: 22–27 September 2024
Local Evaluation Meeting Report of the Global Health Project in Lao PDR
The Global Health Project (GHP) in Lao PDR, supported by Chiang Mai University, VPHCAP, PODD Centre, the Department of Livestock Development of Thailand, and the Department of Livestock and Fisheries of Lao PDR, conducted a Local Evaluation Meeting in Luang Prabang from 22–27 September 2024. The workshop brought together central, provincial, district, and community-level representatives to evaluate the use of the Participatory One Health Disease Detection (PODD / OHTK) system for animal disease surveillance. More than 100 participants, including officials and volunteer veterinarians from five provinces and ten districts, joined the event to share lessons learned, present achievements, and strengthen cross-border collaboration.
Date: 16–20 September 2024
ISAH & SEAOHUN International Conference 2024: One Health in Action – Innovations in Health, Welfare and Environment for a Sustainable Animal Production
The ISAH & SEAOHUN International Conference 2024, themed “One Health in Action – Innovations in Health, Welfare and Environment for Sustainable Animal Production,” will be held in Chiang Mai, Thailand from 16–20 September 2024, including a pre-conference workshop on 16–17 September and the main conference from 18–20 September, hosted by the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University.
Date: 7–9 November 2023
Training of Trainers: PODD Application in Lao PDR
The Veterinary Public Health and Food Safety Centre for Asia Pacific (VPHCAP), Chiang Mai University, together with national and international partners, organized a Training of Trainers (ToT) program in Lao PDR under the Global Health Project. The training introduced the Participatory One Health Disease Detection (PODD) system to enhance community-based animal health surveillance and support early detection and rapid response to disease outbreaks.
Date: 30 Oct – 3 Nov 2023
The 13th Multi-Stakeholder Partnership (MSP) Meeting of the Global Agenda for Sustainable Livestock (GASL) and the Regional Conference on Sustainable Livestock Transformation
The 13th Multi-Stakeholder Partnership (MSP) Meeting of the Global Agenda for Sustainable Livestock (GASL) and the Regional Conference on Sustainable Livestock Transformation took place from 30 October to 3 November 2023 in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The event brought together more than 200 participants from 35 countries to exchange knowledge, share innovations, and strengthen commitments to sustainability and resilience in livestock systems.
Date: 3–4 October 2023
Training for Trainers on Early Detection and Rapid Response Using PODD Application – Lao PDR
On 3–4 October 2023, VPHCAP, as part of the Global Health Project under the Participatory One Health Digital Disease Detection (PODD) Program, conducted a Training for Trainers in Khammuan Province, Lao PDR. The training focused on building local capacity to use the PODD application for community-based surveillance of animal diseases.
Date: 23 August 2023
Food Safety and Sanitation Training for Street Food Handlers – Food Safety: CMU Project
On 23 August 2023, VPHCAP and CMU partners conducted a training course on “Food Safety and Sanitation for Food Handlers in the Food Safety: CMU Street Food Project” at Chiang Mai Grand View Hotel. The training engaged local street food vendors around CMU in building knowledge, hygiene practices, and developing hygienic food stall prototypes.
Date: 7–25 August 2023
International Training Course on “Food Safety and Security from Animal Origin: Strengthening the Network for Sustainability”
From 7–25 August 2023, VPHCAP, in collaboration with the Colombo Plan and TICA, hosted the Online International Training Course on “Food Safety and Security from Animal Origin: Strengthening the Network for Sustainability.” The program brought together participants from multiple countries to enhance knowledge and collaboration on food safety and security issues.
Date: 25 July 2023
Food Safety and Sanitation Training for Food Handlers – Food Safety: CMU Project
On 25 July 2023, VPHCAP and its CMU partners organized a training course on “Food Safety and Sanitation for Food Handlers in the Food Safety: CMU Street Food Project” at Chiang Mai Grand View Hotel. The training aimed to strengthen hygiene and food safety practices among local food stall entrepreneurs and to develop prototypes of hygienic food stalls.
Date: 29 June 2023
PODD Global Health Project Meeting with Lao PDR Province Coordinators
On 29 June 2023, the Global Health Project working group under the Participatory One Health Digital Disease Detection (PODD) Program met with provincial coordinators of the Department of Livestock and Fisheries, Lao PDR, to plan the implementation of a digital tool for reporting and tracking animal diseases.
Date: 31 March 2023
Thesis Examination Success – Mr. Swochhal Prakash Shrestha & Ms. Ayesha Anwar
Congratulations to Mr. Swochhal Prakash Shrestha and Ms. Ayesha Anwar on successfully defending their theses on rabies epidemiology and lumpy skin disease, respectively. Both examinations were held on 31 May 2023.
Date: 15–17 March 2023
Training Workshop on Early Detection and Rapid Response to Stop Epizootics and Pandemics (PODD System) with Delegation from Lao PDR
On 15–17 March 2023, VPHCAP, together with CMU and Thailand’s Department of Livestock Development, welcomed participants from the Department of Livestock and Fisheries, Lao PDR, for a training workshop on “Early Detection and Rapid Response to Stop Epizootics and Pandemics using the Participatory One Health Disease Detection (PODD) System.”
Date: 2 September 2022
"How to Prepare Scientific Work and Scientific Publications" Workshop
The Veterinary Public Health and Food Safety Centre for Asia Pacific (VPHCAP), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University, conducted an online workshop featuring Prof. Dr. Thomas Alter, Managing Director of the Institute of Food Safety and Food Hygiene, Freie Universität Berlin, Germany. Prof. Dr. Alter delivered a lecture on “How to Conduct Good Research and Publish Your First Paper” via Zoom, sharing valuable insights and practical guidance for young researchers and graduate students.
Date: 1 September 2022
Journal Club Meeting with 10th Batch MScVPH Students
On 1 September 2022, the 10th Batch MScVPH students held a journal club meeting at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University, with special participation from Prof. Dr. Thomas Alter.
Date: 26 August 2022
Seminar on Control Measures and International Regulations for Pathogens in Poultry Production
On 26 August 2022, VPHCAP, in collaboration with Elanco (Thailand) and Freie Universität Berlin, held a hybrid seminar on “Update on Control Measures and International Regulations for Pathogens in Poultry Production.” The event featured distinguished guest speakers from Thailand and Germany.
Date: 1–19 August 2022
International Training Course on “Food Safety and Security from Animal Origin: Strengthening the Network for Sustainability”
On 1 August 2022, VPHCAP held the online opening ceremony for the International Training Course on “Food Safety and Security from Animal Origin: Strengthening the Network for Sustainability.” The event was honored by the participation of Chiang Mai University’s President, representatives from TICA, and a keynote address by Dr. Thanawat Tiensin on global food security and food safety.
Date: 29 June 2022
Thesis Examination Success – Ms. Shrijana Khanal
On 29 June 2022, Ms. Shrijana Khanal successfully defended her thesis entitled “Prevalence of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus in Dairy Farms: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.”
Date: 27 April 2022
Brainstorming Meeting on Food Safety in Street Food Stalls at Chiang Mai University
On 27 April 2022, VPHCAP Director Asst. Prof. Dr. Warangkhana Chaisowwong and her team joined a brainstorming meeting on “Food Safety in Street Food Stalls at Chiang Mai University” hosted by the Faculty of Public Health, CMU.
Date: 22 April 2022
Thesis Progress Report Presentation – Batch 9 Students
On 22 April 2022, Batch 9 MVPH students Mr. Phirum Or and Ms. Shrijana Khanal presented their thesis progress reports. The session also involved Batch 10 students and faculty members, who contributed feedback and advice.
Date: 19 April 2022
Songkran Festival Celebration at CMU Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
On 19 April 2022, students of the MSc in Veterinary Public Health (International Program) joined the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University, in celebrating Thailand’s traditional New Year—Songkran Festival—through cultural activities and blessings.
Date: 4–12 April 2022
Workshop on Strengthening of Veterinary Service Capacity to Assure the Quality System in Food Safety
From 4–12 April 2022, VPHCAP conducted a multi-day workshop on “Strengthening of Veterinary Service Capacity to Assure the Quality System in Food Safety” for MSc students in Veterinary Public Health. The program combined lectures, laboratory practice, field visits, and thesis presentations, offering students practical skills and professional insights for their future careers.
Date: 26 March 2022
Field Visit to Tung Fah Bod Cattle Market
On 26 March 2022, students of the Master of Science in Veterinary Public Health (International Program) visited Tung Fah Bod Market in San Pa Tong District, Chiang Mai, to learn first-hand about veterinary regulations governing the trade of animals and animal products.
Date: 14 February 2022
Student Field Trip: Exploring Nature and Culture in Chiang Mai
VPHCAP organized a one-day experiential learning trip for students in the Master of Science Program in Veterinary Public Health (International Program), combining outdoor adventure, cultural enrichment, and community spirit at the Pongyang Jungle Coaster & Zipline, Mae Sa Elephant Camp, and the Chiang Mai Flower Festival 2022.
Date: 26–27 August 2021
The 6th Food Safety and Zoonoses Symposium for Asia Pacific: Current Update on Emerging Pandemic Diseases and Food System
VPHCAP organized the 6th Food Safety and Zoonoses Symposium for Asia Pacific: Current Update on Emerging Pandemic Diseases and Food Systems with the aim of encouraging, strengthening, and generating innovative knowledge through collaboration among experts, government agencies, the private sector, academic scientists, and graduate and doctoral students from the Asia Pacific region and beyond.
Date: 2–20 August 2021
The training course on "Food Safety and Security from Animal Origin: Strengthening the Network for Sustainability"
Recognizing the critical link between food safety and food security, VPHCAP organized the short course “Food Safety and Security from Animal Origin: Strengthening the Network for Sustainability.” The course aimed to build and exchange knowledge and skills on food production, safety along the food chain, surveillance and monitoring, and international food regulations. More than 30 participants from 13 countries joined the online program, which combined lectures, practical training, and field-based learning experiences.
Date: 24–27 November 2020
Training on Application of Participatory Epidemiology to Identify Possible Solution for the Surveillance and Prevention Measure: COVID-19 as a case study
VPHCAP organized a training workshop on “Application of Participatory Epidemiology to Identify Possible Solutions for Surveillance and Prevention Measures: COVID-19 as a Case Study.” The workshop aimed to introduce participatory tools that enable professionals to gather crucial information from communities and identify feasible solutions during and after the COVID-19 outbreak.
Date: 11–13 February 2020
Study Design Workshop and Proposal Presentation of the 8th Batch MSc Students
VPHCAP organized the Study Design Workshop for students of the 8th Batch Master of Science Program in Veterinary Public Health (International Program) from 11–13 February 2020 at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University. The workshop aimed to provide knowledge and technical support for developing thesis proposals, after which students presented their research plans and methodologies for the semester.
Date: 5–23 August 2019
Global Health Institute – Thailand 2019
Global Health Institute – Thailand 2019 was held on 5–23 August 2019 as a three-week intensive training program designed to build knowledge and skills for addressing global grand challenges at the convergence of animal, human, and environmental health. The program featured four intensive courses that could be tailored to participants’ interests and needs.
Date: 23 January 2019
Commencement: 7th Batch MVPH
Congratulations to the alumni of the 7th Batch MVPH on their successful graduation! The commencement ceremony was held on 23 January, with seven alumni from five countries joining the event. At Chiang Mai University, graduates are honored with the opportunity to receive their diplomas from Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.
Date: 7 December 2018
Safe Food Production from Farm to Table through Thai and ASEAN Ways Project - Activity 4: Brainstorming Activity of Stakeholders in the Development of Food Production Standardization Systems and the Use to Support Local Production Standards
The Veterinary Public Health Centre for Asia Pacific (VPHCAP), in collaboration with the Excellent Center of Veterinary Public Health and the OIE Collaborating Centre for Capacity Building in Veterinary Services, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University, conducted the project “Safe Food Production from Farm to Table through Thai and ASEAN Ways.”
Date: 2–4 October 2018
International Training on Basic Techniques in Molecular Biology, Primer Design, Sequences Data Analysis and Phylogenetic Tree Construction
An international training on “Basic Techniques in Molecular Biology, Primer Design, Sequence Data Analysis, and Phylogenetic Tree Construction” was organized by VPHCAP and the Excellent Center of Veterinary Public Health, Chiang Mai University, in collaboration with Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan. The training was honored by Prof. Dr. Hisao Kurazono and Asst. Prof. Dr. Kayo Okumura from Obihiro University, together with Dr. Warangkhana Chaisowwong from Chiang Mai University, as instructors.
Date: 2–13 July 2018
Global Health Institute – Thailand 2018 & The 5th Food Safety and Zoonoses Symposium for Asia Pacific
The Global Health Institute (GHI) – Thailand has been organized annually by the Veterinary Public Health Centre for Asia Pacific, Chiang Mai University, in collaboration with international partners since 2012, with a strong focus on the One Health approach. The 2018 program, held from 2–13 July, aimed to strengthen technical skills and foster collective action for public health, food security, and ecosystem health. Activities included a pre-conference training course, the 5th Food Safety and Zoonoses Symposium for Asia Pacific, and post-conference training courses.
Date: 30 May – 1 Jun 2018
7th Batch MVPH Thesis Defense
MVPH students defended their theses from 30 May to 1 June 2018. The examinations were chaired by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Patamabhorn Amavisit, Asst. Prof. Dr. Sirikachorn Tangkawattana, and Dr. Waraphon Phimpraphai.
Date: 5 April 2018
Stakeholder Workshop on Food Production from Farm to Consumers using One Health and EcoHealth Network
The Veterinary Public Health Centre for Asia Pacific (VPHCAP), in collaboration with the Excellent Center of Veterinary Public Health and the OIE Collaborating Centre for Capacity Building in Veterinary Services, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University, implemented the project “Safe Food Production from Farm to Table through Thai and ASEAN Ways.”
Date: 2 February 2018
Manuscript Writing Workshop for 7 Batch MVPH Students
VPHCAP organized a Manuscript Writing Workshop for the 7th batch MVPH students to introduce basic techniques for writing scientific journal articles. Following their research presentations and data analysis on 31 January, students were encouraged to prepare and submit manuscripts to international journals, a requirement for completing the Master’s degree.
Date: 24–31 January 2018
Workshop 2: Data Analysis for 7th Batch MVPH
VPHCAP organized the 2nd Workshop on Data Analysis and Data Presentation for the 7th Batch MVPH students, providing an opportunity for them to present results from their fieldwork and receive feedback and suggestions on applying appropriate statistical methods.
Date: 5 January 2018
Happy New Year 2018
The Veterinary Public Health Centre for Asia Pacific (VPHCAP) extends gratitude for your support throughout the past year and wishes you a New Year filled with realized dreams and outstanding achievements.
Date: 4–6 December 2017
International Training on Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Spatial Analysis for Disease Outbreak Investigation
The study of spatio-temporal disease distribution is a fundamental aspect of epidemiology, as neglecting spatial and temporal dimensions can lead to significant biases and misinterpretations. This course introduced the basic principles of geographical information systems (GIS) and spatio-temporal analysis, highlighting their value in improving the precision of both qualitative and quantitative assessments of disease outbreaks.
Date: 3–5 October 2017
International Training on Basic Gene Cloning, Protein Expression and Purification
The workshop was organized by VPHCAP, Chiang Mai University, in collaboration with Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan, and was honored to feature Prof. Dr. Hisao Kurazono and Asst. Prof. Dr. Kayo Okumura from Obihiro University, along with Asst. Prof. Dr. Duangporn Pichpol and Dr. Warangkhana Chaisowwong from Chiang Mai University, as instructors.
Date: 20–21 July 2017
Culling Practices, Disposal Approaches and Compensation Policies for Poultry Disease Control in Lower Mekong
The Regional Meeting on Culling Practices, Disposal Approaches, and Compensation Policies for Poultry Disease Control in the Lower Mekong was held on 20–21 July 2017 at the Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square Hotel, Thailand. The meeting brought together 15 participants from government and private sectors representing five Lower Mekong countries: Thailand, Lao PDR, Vietnam, Myanmar, and Cambodia.
Date: 18–19 May 2017
Practical Data Layout and Format for Statistical Analysis Workshop
VPHCAP, in collaboration with the Excellent Center of Veterinary Public Health, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, organized a workshop on “Practical Data Layout and Format for Statistical Analysis” on 18–19 May 2017 at Room F402, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University. The workshop aimed to provide both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice in structuring data for statistical analysis using spreadsheets.
Date: 13 April 2017
Songkran Festival (Thai New Year 2017)
Every April, Thailand—and several other Southeast Asian countries—celebrates Songkran, the traditional New Year according to the lunar calendar. Beyond traveling home to visit family, many Thais mark the occasion by making merit together at temples, beginning the year with a sense of goodness and joy.
Date: 24 March 2017
7th Batch MVPH Proposal Presentation Workshop
The first thesis proposal presentation workshop for the 7th batch of MVPH students was held on 24 March 2017. The workshop aimed to provide a platform for students, lecturers, and researchers to exchange knowledge and discuss research topics, objectives, and methodologies related to veterinary public health issues at the global, national, and international levels, with an emphasis on EcoHealth and One Health.
Date: 5–24 February 2017
Global Health Institute – Thailand 2017
Global Health Institute – Thailand 2017 showcased international collaboration between two OIE Collaborating Centres for Veterinary Services Capacity Building: the Center for Animal Health and Food Safety (CAHFS), University of Minnesota, and the Veterinary Public Health Centre for Asia Pacific (VPHCAP), along with the Excellent Center of Veterinary Public Health at Chiang Mai University.
Date: 17 December 2016
The Workshop "Poultry Meat Safety...from Slaughterhouses to Consumers"
The workshop “Poultry Meat Safety…from Slaughterhouses to Consumers” was held on 17 December 2016 with participation from stakeholders representing both small- and large-scale slaughterhouses. The program featured keynote presentations on food security in Thailand, farm and slaughterhouse standards, and laboratory findings on common foodborne pathogens in slaughtering production lines, followed by a collaborative brainstorming session.
Date: 28–29 November 2016
Veterinary Public Health Education: Building Veterinary Service Capacity for ASEAN Public Goods
This event, jointly organized by the OIE Collaborating Center for Veterinary Services Capacity Building and the Excellent Center of Veterinary Public Health, marked the first gathering of veterinary public health professionals and experts in Southeast Asia, aiming to strengthen networks and advance education and research in the field.
Date: 22 September 2016
Application of Rapid Method in Food Processing Workshop
A one-day workshop on “Application of Rapid Methods in Food Processing” was organized by VPHCAP, Chiang Mai University, in collaboration with Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan, on 22 September 2016 at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University.
Date: 5–8 September 2016
The First Joint AITVM-STVM in Berlin
The Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lertrak Srikitjakarn, together with the VPHCAP executive board, attended the 1st Joint International Conference of the Association of Institutions for Tropical Veterinary Medicine (AITVM) and the Society of Tropical Veterinary Medicine (STVM), organized by Freie Universität Berlin on 4–8 September 2016 in Berlin, Germany.
Date: 18 August 2016
Official Opening Ceremony of the OIE Collaborating Centre Veterinary Service Capacity Building
The OIE (World Organisation for Animal Health) has designated Thailand’s Department of Livestock Development, in collaboration with the Veterinary Public Health Centre for Asia Pacific, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University, as an OIE Collaborating Centre for Veterinary Service Capacity Building, with the aim of strengthening veterinary capacity at both national and international levels.
Date: 11–19 August 2016
One Health Approach and Leadership at the Convergence at Animal, Human and Environment Workshop
The Veterinary Public Health Centre for Asia Pacific, Chiang Mai University, in collaboration with the University of Minnesota, USA, organized the workshop “One Health Approach and Leadership at the Convergence of Animal, Human, and Environment – Addressing Early Detection and Efficient Surveillance of Infectious Diseases” on 11–13 and 18–19 August 2016 at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University.
Date: 25–29 July 2016
The Using of Capture-Recapture Method for Biology and Health Study Workshop
The Veterinary Public Health Centre for Asia Pacific, Chiang Mai University, in collaboration with the Excellent Center of Veterinary Public Health, conducted the workshop “The Use of Capture-Recapture Method for Biology and Health Study” from 25–29 July 2016 at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University. The workshop was honored by the participation of Prof. Dr. Dankmar Böhning from the University of Southampton and Asst. Prof. Winai Bodhisuwan from Kasetsart University as instructors.
Date: 15 Jun 2016 – 31 May 2018
Master of Veterinary Public Health International Program (7th Batch MVPH)
A Warm Welcome to the 7th Batch of MVPH Students! We are delighted to welcome the newest members of the VPHCAP family as they join the 7th cohort of the Master of Veterinary Public Health (MVPH) program.
Date: 15–26 February 2016
Global Health Institute – Thailand 2016
Global Health Institute – Thailand 2016 (GHIT) provided One Health leadership training along with specialized short courses on key skills such as risk analysis and participatory epidemiology. The two-week program also featured a research conference that highlighted the latest scientific updates on emerging diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and food safety.
Date: 25 January 2016
Commencement: 6th Batch MVPH
Congratulations to all 6th MVPH students who graduated and joined the commencement ceremony on January 25, 2016. We are proud of your achievements and welcome you as MVPH alumni, with the hope that you will return to visit us at CMU and collaborate with us again in the future.
Date: 6–8 August 2015
The 3rd International Congress on Pathogens at the Human-Animal Interface (ICOPHAI)
The Veterinary Public Health and Biotechnology (VPH-Biotech) Global Consortium launched the International Congress on Pathogens at the Human-Animal Interface (ICOPHAI) to address critical challenges and strengthen capacity building in this field.
Date: 3–5 August 2015
The 4th Food Safety and Zoonoses Symposium for Asia Pacific
The 2015 international symposium served as a pre-global congress to the International Congress on Pathogens at the Human-Animal Interface (ICOPHAI) on One Health for Sustainable Development. Launched by the Veterinary Public Health and Biotechnology (VPH-Biotech) Global Consortium, the event addressed critical challenges related to the EcoHealth–One Health nexus and the need for strengthened capacity building.
Date: 2–20 February 2015
GHI-Thailand 2015: Researchers Conference of “Emerging Disease at Convergence of Animal, Human and Environment Health”
The Global Health Institute 2015 was conducted with a focus on One Health Leadership, recognized as an essential area of global interest. The program offered five specialized tracks, allowing participants to select courses that best complemented and enriched their One Health leadership experience.
Date: 3 October 2014
The 1st Workshop Presentation of 6th Batch MVPH Students: Study Design and Field Work Launch
The Veterinary Public Health Centre for Asia Pacific (VPHCAP) organized the first workshop for the 6th cohort of MVPH students to present their research proposals under the theme “Study Design and Field Work Launch.”
Date: 30 Jul – 1 Aug 2014
Risk Communication Workshop
The course consists of four modules: risk communication principles, communication in high-stress situations, message development and delivery, and media relations and practice. Professor Will employed active learning approaches to foster a safe learning environment and to encourage active participation from students.
Date: 16 July 2014
Special Lecture on Topic “Global Health Concern Emerging Pandemic Threats in Asia”
Recognizing the importance of emerging and re-emerging diseases that are often transmitted from animals to humans, the rapid pace at which these diseases can appear and spread poses serious public health, economic, and developmental challenges.
Date: 3–13 February 2014
Global Health Institute – Thailand 2014
The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University, in collaboration with the University of Minnesota, USA, organized the “Global Health Institute (GHI) 2014” from February 3 to 13, 2014, at the Centara Duangtawan Hotel, with financial support from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
Date: 3–6 July 2013
International Symposium on 10th Year Anniversary of VPHCAP
In recognition of many years of dedicated and diligent work, VPHCAP celebrated its 10th Anniversary to highlight the achievements of the center and the successes of its collaborative networks. The celebration was organized around both local and international academic activities designed to generate innovative knowledge, facilitate the exchange of experiences, and strengthen networking among experts and academic scientists. The focus was on advancing collaboration and research in food safety, zoonoses, and the EcoHealth/One Health approach.