Chula’s College of Public Health Sciences Hosts the 25th International Conference: “Transforming Global Health”
The College of Public Health Sciences, Chulalongkorn University, hosted the 25th International Public Health Conference under the theme:
“Transforming Global Health in the Digital Era with AI-Driven Solutions for NCDs” on October 2, 2025, at the Mandarin Ballroom, Mandarin Hotel.
Chairman, Chulalongkorn University Council
Vice President, Chulalongkorn University
Dean, College of Public Health Sciences, Chulalongkorn University
The event was declared open by Professor Dr. Surakiart Sathirathai, Chairman of the Chulalongkorn University Council, with a welcome address by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Siridej Sujiva, Vice President of Chulalongkorn University, and an opening report by Prof. Dr. Chitlada Areesantichai, Dean of the College of Public Health Sciences.
The conference attracted over 200 participants, with more than half of them coming from abroad, reflecting its stature as a truly international academic platform.
Objectives of the Conference:
The primary aim was to advance research and public health education at national, regional, and global levels. The program was aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including,
- SDG 3: Enhancing quality of life through prevention and management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs)
- SDG 9: Developing healthcare infrastructure and AI innovation to improve public health systems
- SDG 17: Building global partnerships and exchanging knowledge on AI and NCD management
- SDG 4: Developing the digital public health and AI workforce to address NCD challenges
- SDG 5 & SDG 10: Reducing disparities in access to digital health services
- SDG 11: Using AI and digital health data to manage urban risk behaviors and promote healthy environments and communities
Highlighted Activities:
The event featured a variety of distinguished academic sessions, including:
- The 22nd Charas Suwanwela Distinguished Lecture was delivered by Prof. Dr. Linda B. Cottler, Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Florida, USA, and an Honorary Doctorate recipient from Chulalongkorn University in 2016. Her keynote was titled “The Promise and Challenges of Human and Non-Human Data Sources for Public Health.”
- Expert talks on major public health issues
- An awards ceremony recognizing outstanding individuals and organizations for their impactful contributions
- Over 55 research presentations, including 30 oral presentations and 25 poster sessions
- An exhibition of medical innovations to foster exchange of knowledge and practical experiences
This international conference stands as a symbol of the strength and commitment of Chulalongkorn University’s College of Public Health Sciences to advance public health knowledge in line with the digital era. The goal is to generate tangible policy outcomes that will significantly enhance quality of life and promote sustainable global health in the future.
