Empowering Academic Growth with the MDPI Academic Publishing Workshop at Faculty of Engineering, Naresuan University, 7 September 2026

We are delighted to announce the MDPI Academic Publishing Workshop, organized in partnership with the Faculty of Engineering, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok, Thailand. This workshop reflects a shared commitment to promoting research excellence, advancing scholarly communication, and supporting academic publishing through international collaboration and open access dissemination.

As part of MDPI’s ongoing dedication to researcher development, the workshop aims to improve academic writing skills, facilitate scholarly communication between authors and the Editorial Office, and guide researchers in selecting appropriate journals for publication. Participants will also gain practical insights into MDPI’s editorial process, how to respond effectively to peer reviewers, publication ethics, and the responsible use of artificial intelligence in scientific publishing. Designed for early career researchers, PhD and master’s students, international students, potential authors, and Editorial Board Members, the workshop will provide practical knowledge for enhancing the quality, visibility, and impact of scholarly research while fostering meaningful engagement with MDPI editors and publishing professionals.

Date: 7 September 2026
Time: 13:00–16:00
Location: Gearlaxy Space, Faculty of Engineering, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok, Thailand
Language: English
Registration: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6R2WDF5

Speaker	Program	Time
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kumpon Subsomboon	Opening Speech	13:00–13:15
Dr. Siriporn Tantiwatcharothai	MDPI and Journal Introduction	13:15–13:40
Dr. Juthathip Poofery	Writing Scientific Papers	13:40–14:10
	Q&A Session	14:10–14:20
Ms. Hathaipat Kittirojana	MDPI Editorial Process and How to Respond to Peer Reviewers	14:20–15:00
	Q&A Session	15:00–15:10
Dr. Krit Inthajak	Publication Ethics for Authors and Artificial Intelligence in Scientific Publication	15:10–15:50
	Q&A Session	15:50–16:00

Chair:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kumpon Subsomboon is an Assistant Professor of civil engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, Naresuan University, Thailand. He has extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic services in civil engineering, construction engineering and management, and water resources engineering. He served as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering from 2023 to 2030. He has also served as Director of the Water Resources Research Center (WRRC) from 2017 to 2025. Previously, he served as Associate Dean for Administrative Affairs and Head of the Department of Civil Engineering at Naresuan University. He earned a PhD and MPhil in civil engineering and engineering mechanics from Columbia University, USA. He also holds an MEng in structural engineering from the Asian Institute of Technology and a BEng in civil engineering from Kasetsart University, Thailand. His research interests include construction management, BIM, infrastructure development, water resources, and engineering management.

MDPI Speakers:
	Dr. Siriporn Tantiwatcharothai obtained her PhD in applied chemistry from the Faculty of Science, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang. She joined MDPI in December 2022 as an Assistant Editor for Catalysts. In 2024, she was promoted to Section Managing Editor, and served as a Chief Section Managing Editor in April 2025. Currently, she is one of MDPI’s Regional Engagement Editors for the Asia–Pacific region.
	Dr. Juthathip Poofery holds a PhD in biochemistry from the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Thailand. She began working at MDPI in 2021 as an Assistant Editor for Medicina and advanced to the position of Section Managing Editor in 2022. Since 2023, Dr. Poofery has been serving as the Group Leader of the Medical Science Section, where she oversees editorial operations and contributes to the advancement of research in the field. She currently works as a Regional Engagement Editor for the Asia–Pacific region.
	Ms. Hathaipat Kittirojana obtained her master’s degree in food science and biotechnology from Teesside University. She joined MDPI in December 2020 as an Assistant Editor for the Journal of Imaging. She was appointed as a Section Managing Editor in March 2023 and a Regional Engagement Editor for the Asia–Pacific region in July 2024.
	Dr. Krit Inthajak obtained his PhD in engineering and technology from Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University. He joined MDPI in March 2020 as an Assistant Editor for Molecules. He was appointed as a Section Managing Editor in 2021 and worked as a Group Leader from 2021 to 2024. He is now one of MDPI’s Regional Engagement Editors for the Asia–Pacific region.