We extend our warm welcome and heartfelt gratitude for joining us at the Regulatory Science Forum 2024 in the thriving tech hub of Bangkok. The central theme of the Forum is focused on digital health device development and the corresponding regulatory framework. This event is set to play a crucial role as a platform for the convergence of regulatory authorities, industry experts, academic researchers, and regulatory educators. They will convene at Mahidol University to collectively evaluate the dynamic landscape of digital health technology development in Thailand and Southeast Asia and the current regulatory environment in this region and the United States.

Our distinguished speakers will not only provide comprehensive overviews but also share invaluable insights into digital health device development and market trends in Thailand and Southeast Asia. Additionally, they will involve the current FDA regulations for digital health devices in the United States. Moreover, the Forum will host workshops featuring dedicated sessions that focus on cutting-edge products, including Software as a Medical Device, Mobile Medical Apps, and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning-enabled medical devices. These sessions are thoughtfully designed to enrich attendees' regulatory knowledge and spark innovative ideas for practical regulatory strategies, benefiting both the local medical device industry and the international community.

Prof.Dr. Leena Suntornsuk

We express our gratitude to the three universities whose unique contributions have made this international Forum a reality – Mahidol University in Thailand, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) in Taiwan, and the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, U.S. Mahidol University, with its substantial expertise in medical product development and regulation, along with its strong connections to regulatory authorities and industry partners, brings not only profound knowledge but also invaluable international meeting experience. NCKU is renowned for its strength in medical device development and its extensive network within both the government and industry, making their participation a pivotal component of this Forum. USC's Department of Regulatory and Quality Sciences, as a global leader in regulatory science education, plays a pivotal role in bringing talent and expertise in digital health regulations to organize the workshop.

Nevertheless, it's your active participation that infuses vitality into this event. Your brilliant minds and profound expertise across various domains will converge to stimulate the exchange of knowledge and spark the creation of innovative ideas. We will collectively survey the landscape of digital health devices, discuss barriers to development and regulatory challenges, explore innovative approaches to address these challenges, and establish lasting partnerships through networking. We sincerely hope that you will leave this Forum with a deeper understanding of regulations for digital health devices or uncover new opportunities for your product development.

Thank you for your involvement, and we eagerly anticipate the opportunity to meet you in person in March 2024.