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The Faculty of Pharmacy, Mahidol University, extends its warmest congratulations and immense pride to four distinguished senior faculty members and alumni who have been selected to receive the prestigious FAPA Awards 2026 from the Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations (FAPA). These awards recognize outstanding individuals and pharmacists for their exceptional contributions, achievements, and dedication to advancing the field of pharmacy across the Asian region.

The official presentation ceremony will take place during the Opening Ceremony of the 31st Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations (FAPA) Congress on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi Province.

The recipients of the FAPA Awards 2026 are as follows:

1) FAPA Distinguished Contributor Award: Professor Emeritus Dr.Sompol Prakongpan, former Dean and retired faculty member of the Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mahidol University.

2) FAPA Ishidate Award (Industrial Pharmacy and Marketing Section): Mr. Pramote Cholayudth, Alumnus of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Mahidol University (Batch 1).

3) FAPA Ishidate Award (Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy Section): Ms. Ubonwan Sapoo, Alumna of the Master of Science Program in Clinical Pharmacy (International Program).

4) FAPA Young Pharmacist Award: Dr. Mac Ardy J. Gloria, Alumnus of the Doctor of Philosophy Program in Health Technology Assessment (International Program).

This milestone serves as a great source of pride for the Faculty of Pharmacy, Mahidol University, reflecting the remarkable capability of its faculty and alumni who utilize their knowledge, expertise, and professional experience to contribute significantly to the international pharmaceutical community. Furthermore, it inspires current staff and future generations of students to pursue academic and professional excellence.

These achievements closely align with the Faculty's mission to foster high-quality graduates who meet Asian educational standards, uphold moral principles, and address societal needs. They also support the Faculty's commitment to producing and disseminating national and international research and innovations, while advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—specifically SDG 4: Quality Education (promoting education and lifelong learning) and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals (building international collaborative networks and knowledge exchange to drive the pharmaceutical sector and healthcare system sustainably).

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