Introduction to the
Chemical Biology Program
Chulabhorn Graduate Institute
June 5th, 2012
Chemical Biology
• Emphasizes the interface between Chemistry and
Biology, as well as its potential applications for
other fields
• Involves the study of interactions between small
molecules and their possible biological targets,
the study of biological pathways using chemical
tools, drug delivery, as well as chemical
understanding of disease states, in order to
create basic science knowledge for future drug
discovery efforts
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Curriculum
• M.Sc. Program
– Coursework
– Thesis Research
– Duration
24 credits
12 credits
2-2.5 academic years
• Ph.D. Program
M.Sc.
– Coursework
– Thesis Research
– Duration
24 credits
36 credits
3.5 acad. yrs.
B.Sc.
24 credits
48 credits
4-5 acad. yrs.
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Courses
• Students may choose one of the two tracks in either Chemistry or Biology,
depending on the strength of their previous training and experience.
• Students must take 5 required courses and 3-4 electives.
• Required courses include:
– Principles of Applied Biosciences: Systems Biology
– Experimental Strategies for Biological Problems
– Drug Discovery and Development
– Spectroscopic Methods for Organic Compounds and Biomolecules
– Case Studies in Applied Biosciences (Biology-track students)
– Advanced Organic Chemistry (Chemistry-track students)
• Electives may be selected from a number of chemistry-oriented courses
offered in this program and the courses from the ET or ABS programs.
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Research Areas
• Organic Synthesis/Medicinal Chemistry
– Development of synthetic methodologies
– Total synthesis of complex natural products
• Natural Products Chemistry
– Extraction, isolation, purification, and structure
elucidation of natural products from plants, marine
organisms, and microorganisms
• Chemistry and Biology of Biomolecules
– Application of integrated and multidisciplinary
approaches to solve problems involving biomolecules,
especially proteins and carbohydrates
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Faculty Members
Prof. Somsak Ruchirawat
Chair
Dr. Prasat
Kittakoop
(Nat. Prod.)
Dr. Nopporn
Thasana
(Org. Syn.
& Nat. Prod.)
Dr. Poonsakdi
Ploypradith
(Org. Syn.
& Med. Chem.)
Dr. Montakarn
Chittchang
(Pharm. Sci.
& Med. Chem.)
Dr. Charnsak
Thongsornkleeb
(Org. Syn.)
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Faculty Members (CRI)
Prof. Supanna
Dr. Anucha
Dr. Arthit
Dr. Hunsa
Dr. Jumreang
Dr. Jutatip
Dr. Nisachon
Dr. Phanruethai
Dr. Poolsak
Dr. Sirirat
Dr. Vilailak
Dr. Wannaporn
Dr. Watcharra
Dr. Winai
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Faculty Members (external)
CGAB courses:
Prof. Essigmann
MIT, USA
Prof. Sasisekharan
MIT, USA
Prof. Engelward
MIT, USA
Prof. Dedon
MIT, USA
Prof. Isobe
NTHU, Taiwan
Aj. Polkrit
CU
Aj. Kiattawee
KU
Dr. Gleeson
KU
Aj. Boon-ek
RU
Aj. Siwarutt
SITT, TU
Dr. Suchart
Thai FDA
Mr. Sprenger
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Bruker
CGCB courses:
CB Students & Alumni
• Class of 2007 (8)
– M.Sc./Ph.D. Program
1. Ms. Acharavadee Pansanit
2. Ms. Sasiwadee Boonya-udtayan
Dr. Prasat
Dr. Nopporn
– M.Sc. Program
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Ms. Nattha Ingavat
Ms. Pacharin Kamolkijkarn
Mr. Paratchata Batsomboon
Ms. Sukanya Eursakun
Ms. Thitawan Prasertdee
Mr. Kyaw Thet Oo
Dr. Prasat
Dr. Songpon
Dr. Poonsakdi
Prof. Dr. Kavi (ABS)
Dr. Songpon
Dr. Prasat
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CB Students & Alumni (cont’d)
• Class of 2008 (8)
– M.Sc./Ph.D. Program
1. Mr. Prattya Nealmongkol
Dr. Nopporn
– M.Sc. Program
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Mr. Anon Bunrit
Ms. Jarinee Maneekul
Ms. Kamolchanok Tianpanich
Mr. Pakornwit Sarnpitak
Mr. Suttipol Radomkit
Ms. Seaim Lwin Aye
Mr. Thinley Gyeltshen
Dr. Charnsak
Dr. Apinya (ABS)
Dr. Prasat
Dr. Poonsakdi
Dr. Poonsakdi
Dr. Suvit (ABS)
Dr. Prasat
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CB Students & Alumni (cont’d)
• Class of 2009 (7)
– M.Sc./Ph.D. Program
1. Mr. Chakree Wattanasiri
Dr. Siwarutt (SIIT)
– M.Sc. Program
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Ms. Parichart Kedkum
Ms. Patchaya Sukjarean
Mr. Prateep Worawittayanon
Mr. Tawan Chaiwon
Ms. Varisa Katesompao
Mr. Santi Prasad Bajgai
Dr. Bodin (CU)
Dr. Poonsakdi
Dr. Nopporn
Dr. Anucha
Dr. Poonsakdi
Dr. Prasat
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CB Students & Alumni (cont’d)
• Class of 2010 (8)
– M.Sc. Program
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Mr. Chatchai Kesornpun
Dr. Prasat
Ms. Chiobouaphong Phakeovilay
Dr. Tripetch (KKU)
Ms. Kamil Prajapati
Dr. Montakarn
Mr. Le Van Huy
Dr. Kriangsak
Mr. Panatpong Hutacharoen
Dr. Siwarutt (SIIT)
Ms. Sarath Parakumge Dayani Senadeera Dr. Prasat
Ms. Sofia Bensulong
Dr. Jutatip
Mr. Wangchuk Rabten
Dr. Charnsak
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CB Students & Alumni (cont’d)
• Class of 2011 (6)
– M.Sc. Program
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Mr. Haris Leelayuwapan
Ms. Kanokrat Trongchit
Ms. Rapeepat Sangsuwan
Ms. Vorathip Sawattanai
Mr. Wuttikiat Jullamanop
Mr. Tsherwang Dendup
Dr. Siwarutt (SIIT)
Dr. Poonsakdi
Dr. Prasat
Dr. Siwarutt (SIIT)
Dr. Prasat
Dr. Prasat
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CB Students & Alumni (cont’d)
• Class of 2012 (11)
– M.Sc. Program
1.
2.
3.
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5.
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8.
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10.
11.
Ms. Apiwan Jumruksa
Ms. Apsorn Watthanaudomchai
Mr. Harin Leelayuwapan
Mr. Kasidej Poonsilp
Mr. Kittikun Songsomboon
Mr. Nattapong Asawatinnapan
Mr. Pasuk Aroonkit
Ms. Tapanee Maibunkaew
Ms. Dakshina Udayamali Ganihigama
Mr. Mario Wibowo
Mr. T. H. N. R. T. Hewage
Prof. Dr. Somsak
Dr. Prasat
Dr. Nopporn
Dr. Poonsakdi
Prof. Dr. Somsak
Dr. Montakarn
Dr. Charnsak
Dr. Charnsak
Dr. Poonsakdi
Dr. Prasat
Dr. Nopporn
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Desirable Traits of CGI Students
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Punctuality
Honesty and Integrity
Pride
Humility
Assertiveness
Diligence
Curiosity
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CGI: the Enabling Institution
At CGI, we will instill in you with the ability to
• Creatively perform original and novel research
work
• Efficiently perform multitask
• Effectively communicate with your peers as well
as others
• Think critically
• Be knowledgeable, resourceful, and instrumental
• Ultimately become the future leaders in science
and technology
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