Thai Liquid Crystalin Space
Pioneering microgravity research to unlock the fundamental properties of liquid crystals, advancing materials science and space technology through international collaboration.
News & Events
Updates and progress of the TLCS project
TLCS ทีมไทยเตรียมความพร้อมสำหรับการทดลองบนสถานีอวกาศ ISS
ทีมนักวิจัยจากมหาวิทยาลัยเกษตรศาสตร์เตรียมส่งการทดลองผลึกเหลวไปยังสถานีอวกาศนานาชาติในปี 2024
ความร่วมมือไทย-NASA: ก้าวสำคัญสู่การวิจัยอวกาศระดับโลก
บันทึกข้อตกลง MOU ระหว่างมหาวิทยาลัยเกษตรศาสตร์และ NASA เพื่อพัฒนาการวิจัยวิทยาศาสตร์อวกาศ
GISTDA สนับสนุนโครงการ TLCS ด้วยเทคโนโลยีขั้นสูง
สำนักงานพัฒนาเทคโนโลยีอวกาศและภูมิสารสนเทศ (GISTDA) เข้าร่วมสนับสนุนโครงการวิจัยผลึกเหลวในอวกาศ
กระทรวงอุดมศึกษา วิทยาศาสตร์ วิจัยและนวัตกรรม หนุน TLCS
กระทรวงอุดมศึกษาฯ ให้การสนับสนุนงบประมาณและนโยบายสำหรับโครงการวิจัยผลึกเหลวในอวกาศ
Mission Overview
Advancing liquid crystal science through microgravity research
International Collaboration
Official MOU between Kasetsart University and NASA, with support from GISTDA and MHESI, creating a unique platform for Thai scientists to conduct cutting-edge space research.
ISS Research Platform
Utilizing the International Space Station's unique microgravity environment to study liquid crystal behavior without gravitational interference.
Advanced Materials
Developing next-generation materials and technologies with applications in displays, sensors, and space technology.
Understanding Liquid Crystals
The fascinating science behind our research
What are Liquid Crystals?
Liquid crystals represent a unique state of matter that combines properties of both liquids and solid crystals. These remarkable materials flow like liquids while maintaining some degree of molecular order like crystals, making them essential for modern technology from smartphone displays to advanced optical devices.
Molecular Structure
Liquid crystal molecules are typically elongated (rod-like) or disc-like shapes. These molecules can align in various orientations, creating different phases with unique optical and electrical properties.
Phase Transitions
As temperature changes, liquid crystals undergo phase transitions between different ordered states, each with distinct properties that can be exploited for technological applications.
Microgravity Effects
In space's microgravity environment, liquid crystals behave differently due to the absence of gravitational forces, allowing scientists to study fundamental properties impossible to observe on Earth.
Research Applications
Research Team
Leading scientists advancing liquid crystal research
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nattaporn Chattam
Principal Investigator & Project Director
Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University
Leading expert in liquid crystal physics Specializes in liquid crystal phase transitions, molecular dynamics, and materials research.
Dr. Siriporn Kiatkirakajorn
Senior Research Scientist
Liquid Crystal Physics, Molecular Dynamics
Dr. Waraporn Suvanvej
Space Systems Engineer
Microgravity Experiments, ISS Operations
Dr. Thana Chotpantarat
Data Analysis Lead
Computational Physics, Space Environment Modeling
Dr. Piyapong Janphuang
Materials Specialist
Advanced Materials, Crystallography
International Partnership
Collaborative excellence in space science research
Kasetsart University
Faculty of Science
Lead Institution - Research & Development
NASA
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Space Platform & Technical Support
GISTDA
Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency
MHESI
Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation
PMUB
Program Management Unit for Human Resources & Institutional Development
TSRI
TSRI enhances capabilities and drives an inclusive science
NXPO
The Office of the National Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Policy Council
CADFEM-ANSYS
CADFEM Thailand, an Ansys Elite Channel Partner, is a leader in engineering simulation technology
ISS LAB
The International Space Station Laboratory (ISS Lab) is a global research platform enabling scientists to conduct experiments in microgravity.
Nanoracks-Voyager
Nanoracks is a leader in commercial space services, providing innovative solutions for space research and development.
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Research Center
Faculty of Science
Kasetsart University
Bangkok 10900, Thailand
Research Inquiries
tlcs@science.ku.ac.th
research@ku.ac.th