Shinawatra University hosted the international DECS 2026 conference, collaborating with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation to connect global research networks, drive innovative research to an international level, and promote knowledge for sustainable national and social development.
On 13 Nov 2026 GMT+7, Shinawatra University in Pathum Thani province held the 3rd International Conference on Digital Economy and Computer Science (DECS 2026). Academics, researchers, and experts from various countries participated to exchange knowledge, present research, and build international academic collaborations aiming to advance research and innovation for societal and national benefit.
Dr. Sriyada Palimaphan, advisor to the Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), explained the ministry’s role in supporting the nation’s research and innovation, emphasizing that enhancing Thai researchers’ capabilities and developing the research ecosystem are key mechanisms to elevate the country’s competitiveness. Deputy Prime Minister and MHESI Minister Prof. Dr. Yotsanan Wongsawat prioritizes supporting research, innovation development, and linking university knowledge to practical use in the economy and society.
Furthermore, fostering collaboration between universities, the private sector, and international research networks will increase opportunities to develop quality research, add value, and address future national challenges. The international conference serves as an essential platform to connect researchers and knowledge worldwide.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhou Fei, President of Shinawatra University, said that hosting DECS 2026 reflects the university’s vision to become an international institution focused on sustainability. It highlights the importance of research, innovation, and global cooperation, especially as artificial intelligence (AI) and the digital economy increasingly influence education and society. The university aims to develop learners’ digital skills, creativity, and adaptability to change.
Simultaneously, the university strives to create an educational environment linking local knowledge with global perspectives through research and partnerships with foreign institutions, aiming to generate value and contribute to sustainable social development.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ratburut Khumsap, Vice President of Shinawatra University, stated the university emphasizes tangible management and development of research support systems, including enhancing faculty and researcher capabilities, improving academic output quality, publishing in international journals, and building collaborations with foreign academic institutions.
Regarding DECS 2026, the university expects concrete outcomes such as joint research development, academic publications, student and staff exchanges, and long-term research and innovation project continuation. The key objective is to ensure research transcends publication and is practically applied to generate positive social impact.
Therefore, DECS 2026 is more than an academic conference; it is a platform linking higher education, science, research, and innovation policies with university operations, while building a global researcher network, promoting innovation, and advancing knowledge to drive sustainable national and social development.
