The research project of transforming waste into “graphene” done by Synchrotron Light Research Institute (Public Organization) or SLRI, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) is achieved with the Bronze Award at the National Research Exhibition 2023. The project aims to transform waste into future valuable materials.

                  Dr. Sarayut Tunmee, Chief, Organization Strategy Division of SLRI, stated, “the work of turning waste into high-value graphene is a significant research achievement. Dr. Pattanaphong Janphuang, Chief, Technical and Engineering Development Division of SLRI, wins the Bronze Award for this project at the National Research Exhibition 2023 organized by the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) on 7th - 11th August 2023, at the Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Centre at Centralworld, Bangkok.”

                  Dr. Tunmee said, “The project involves converting waste into graphene by using rapid thermal process on selected waste rich in hydrocarbons as main components such as saline bottles, plastic bottles, car tires, coconut husks, and corn cobs. This project helps reducing biomass waste incineration, handling waste treatment, and recycling carbons for future use. For instance, graphene can be mixed into concrete to enhance its strength which supports achieving the Net Zero emissions goal to reduce global warming. This project also contributes to turning waste into high-value materials of the future.”

                  “This research is among many research based on the Bio-Circular-Green Economy (BCG) concept presented by SLRI at the exhibition this year. Other research examples include the quality improvement of Thai Arabica coffee beans using synchrotron light, development of glass as new and environmentally friendly battery material, and development of diamond-like carbon as environmentally friendly packaging,” added Dr. Tunmee.

 

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