A lecturer from the Department of Food Technology, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, explains the source of the intense spiciness of mala, a key compound called sanshools, found in Sichuan pepper. Daily consumption and direct drinking of mala broth are not recommended.

The Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, conducted a study to develop a new generation of Pertussis vaccine (recombinant pertussis vaccine) with a reduced dose from 5 μg down to 2 μg of genetically detoxified recombinant pertussis toxin, to maintain immune efficacy at a more affordable price for vulnerable populations to ensure equal access and coverage for the population.