On March 21, 2026, the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology, Mahidol University (ICT Mahidol), in collaboration with the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies (MUEN), Mahidol University International College (MUIC), and the Institute for Technology and Innovation Management (iNT), organized the Mahidol Hackathon 2026 under the theme “DeepTech for the Smarter Campus: Driving Sustainable Innovation with Environmental Impact.” The event was held at the Grand Auditorium, 4th Floor, Faculty of ICT, Mahidol University, Salaya Campus.
The opening ceremony was presided over by Dr. Pattanasak Mongkolwat, Dean of the Faculty of ICT, who delivered the opening remarks. A formal welcome to the participating students was extended by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kitikorn Charmondusit, Dean of the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Patsarin Wongkamhaeng, Associate Dean for Strategic Planning and Quality Development, Mahidol University International College. On behalf of the organizing committee, Assistant Professor Dr. Tipajin Thaipisutikul, Assistant to the President for Research, Mahidol University, and instructor in the Computer Science Academic Group, Faculty of ICT, served as the master of ceremonies and presented the objectives of the event.
The competition featured prototype innovation presentations from 10 student teams from Mahidol University. The judging panel consisted of Asst. Prof. Dr. Aran Sriratana Tabucanon, Deputy Dean for Education and International Relations, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onnida Thongpravati, Faculty of Business Administration, Mahidol University International College; Asst. Prof. Dr. Thanapon Noraset, Deputy Dean for Academic Affairs, Faculty of ICT; Ms. Sriwitra Pintobtang, Assistant Director of the Division of Physical systems and Environment; and Mr. Parinya Ekapho, Managing Director of Komomi Co., Ltd.
During the award presentation ceremony, prizes were presented to the winners by the distinguished panel of judges, as follows:
First Prize (50,000 Baht)
Team: Tech4Future
- Miss Pattranit Pabjansing, 4th-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
- Miss Sasithorn Bunpot, 4th-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Mr. Napatkrit Asavarojpanich, 4th-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
- Miss Kunruethai Patimapornchai, 3rd-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Natipum Vitayapradi, 4th-year student, Mahidol University International College
First Runner-up (30,000 Baht)
Team: Tan Laeo_Muea Rai Cha Hack
- Miss Chanarat Trironnarith, 4th-year student, Mahidol University International College
- Mr. Sippapas Hutasingh, 4th-year student, Mahidol University International College
- Mr. Thanarat Phonbunyawat, 2nd-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
- Miss Rattanawalee Chalad, 2nd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Miss Aris Poonpeam, 2nd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
Second Runner-up (15,000 Baht)
Team: Hiu Saeng Som
- Miss Piyada Khachonwong, 2nd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Miss Natnicha Sriaudon, 2nd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Mr. Thanawat Kawngam, 2nd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Miss Chompoutiantip Buriwachira, 1st-year student, Mahidol University International College
- Mr. Kittamette Muangdee, 2nd-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
Honorable Mentions (5,000 Baht each)
Team: Pebbles
- Ms. May Htet Khin, 2nd-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
- Ms. Kyawt Hmue Kay Zin, 2nd-year student, Mahidol University International College
- Ms. Zoraida Nunkananon, 2nd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Mr. Papangkorn Tantiamnuay, 2nd-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Zwe Nyan Zaw, 2nd-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
Team: Data Not Found
- Miss Jirapinya Deekhum, 1st-year student, Faculty of Science
- Miss Irada Sittichan, 1st-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Mr. Saarthak Raj Pandey, 1st-year student, Mahidol University International College
- Mr. Phubet Onsri, 1st-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Natkamon Huaihongthong, 1st-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
Appreciation Awards (2,000 Baht each, sponsored by Komomi Co., Ltd.)
Team: Hackboi
- Mr. Tas Sukastid, 3rd-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Sapon Wongkrasaemongkol, 3rd-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
- Miss Sarina Khunratsena, 2nd-year student, Mahidol University International College
- Miss Natthanun Champalee, 3rd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Mr. Weerapat Aphiphuwong, 3rd-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
Team: ID4: Pixel Durare
- Mr. Ongsa Raksalam, 3rd-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Thanadon Yindeesuk, 3rd-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
- Miss Thitiworada Moleechart, 2nd-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Nutnaphan Jiranithitnon, 3rd-year student, Mahidol University International College
- Miss Pitchapa Kongnoon, 3rd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
Team: 5 Sahai Kap Kai Yap
- Mr. Noppawut Lertpasanawat, 3rd-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Pathanin Phisitbut, 3rd-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
- Miss Chanista Dongkhaw, 2nd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Miss Yanisa Chatchawalurat, 2nd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Mr. Siri Ngamsiripol, 2nd-year student, Mahidol University International College
Team: Ban Nok In the City
- Mr. Nantapat Phudanngua, 1st-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Peerapat Punnapong, 1st-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Peerapee Khamfong, 1st-year student, Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Krisdanai Thongpart, 1st-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Mr. Chananon Thepharak, 2nd-year student, Mahidol University International College
Team: Nam Chop Phi Chon
- Miss Natthanicha Kongkaew, 2nd-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
- Mr. Kasidech Thongking, 3rd-year student, Mahidol University International College
- Miss Rujira Wanchai, 3rd-year student, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies
- Miss Nicharee Pangderm, 2nd-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
- Miss Thanchanok Sangkaphan, 2nd-year student, Information and Communication Technology (ICT International Program), Faculty of ICT
In addition, all 10 participating teams were awarded a project development grant of 3,000 Baht per team to further support the advancement of their projects.
During the closing ceremony, Asst. Prof. Dr. Allan Sriratana Tabucanon, Deputy Dean for Education and International Relations, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, delivered the closing remarks. On this occasion, he congratulated the award-winning teams and commended all participants for their creativity and dedication in presenting innovative ideas and projects. The event served as an important platform for promoting skills development, knowledge exchange, and the integration of knowledge toward sustainable development.
The Mahidol Hackathon 2026 was organized with the objective of encouraging students to apply deep technology (DeepTech) knowledge in developing innovative solutions for a “Smarter Campus” that is sustainable and environmentally friendly. The event provided an opportunity for students from diverse faculties to integrate interdisciplinary knowledge in addressing real-world challenges within the university through a hackathon format. Furthermore, the initiative aimed to foster sustainability awareness in alignment with the Mahidol SDGs, promote a culture of innovation and cross-faculty collaboration among ICT Mahidol, the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University International College, and iNT, and support the further development of innovative projects from the competition toward real-world implementation, community impact, or commercialization in collaboration with partner organizations.
