The Faculty of Information and Communication Technology, Mahidol University (ICT Mahidol), extends its congratulations to Mr. Kontawat Wisetpaitoon, a master’s student in the Computer Science Program, on receiving the Best Poster Presentation Award at The 6th International Conference on Computer Communication and Artificial Intelligence (CCAI2026). The award was presented in recognition of his research entitled “Detection and Temporal Tracking of Pigs in Farming Environments Using a Camera System.” The conference was held from May 22 to May 24, 2026 in Nanjing, People’s Republic of China, with the award announcement and presentation taking place on May 23, 2026.
The research was conducted through a collaboration among researchers from multiple institutions, including:
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Worapan Kusakunniran, Chair of the Doctor of Philosophy Program in Computer Science, and Head of the Medical Informatics Research Clusters (MI) and Machine Vision and Information Transfer (MVIT) Research Group, Faculty of Information and Communication Technology, Mahidol University
- Mr. Kittikhun Thongkanchorn, Computer Technical Officer (Senior Professional Level), Faculty of Information and Communication Technology, Mahidol University
- Mr. Kittin Thongsrimoung, alumnus of the Master of Science Program in Computer Science, Faculty of Information and Communication Technology, Mahidol University
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Terdsak Yano, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University
- Dr. Weerapong Thanapongtharm, Senior Professional Veterinarian, Department of Livestock Development, Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives
- Dr. Khemmapat Boonyo, Bureau of Animal Disease Control and Veterinary Services, Department of Livestock Development, Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives
This research achievement represents a significant outcome of the integrated collaboration among higher education institutions, government agencies, and farming communities in the pilot areas. The researchers jointly conducted the study and developed an Artificial Intelligence (AI) system for monitoring animals’ feeding behavior and daily activities. The system is capable of analyzing behavioral abnormalities that may indicate or provide early warnings of potential disease outbreaks in animals. Moreover, this achievement marks an important milestone in the application of deep technology to support the advancement of Thailand’s livestock industry. The developed system contributes to reducing animal health risks, strengthening biosecurity standards, and promoting the sustainable development of the grassroots economy within farming communities.
The entire research and development project was conducted under the supervision and conceptual guidance of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Worapan Kusakunniran, Chair of the Doctor of Philosophy Program in Computer Science, and Head of the Medical Informatics Research Clusters (MI) and Machine Vision and Information Transfer (MVIT) Research Group, Faculty of Information and Communication Technology, Mahidol University.
The Faculty of Information and Communication Technology would like to extend its heartfelt congratulations to the student on this outstanding accomplishment, which brings great pride to the Faculty.
