Technology
Bangkok Bank Supports New Digital Innovation Center at KMUTNB
Bangkok Bank has provided funding to King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) to establish a new digital innovation and technology learning center for its Faculty of Medicine.
On September 2, 2026, King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) held a ceremony to accept financial support from Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited. The funds are designated for the creation of a 'Digital Innovation and Technology Learning Center' within the university's Faculty of Medicine.
According to Khaosod Online, the initiative aims to enhance learning infrastructure and promote the application of digital technology in medical education, research, and workforce development. University leadership, including Council President Professor Dr. Teerawut Bunyasopon and President Professor Dr. Thanin Silpjaru, hosted the event. Pojanee Kongkalai, Executive Vice President of Bangkok Bank, stated that the contribution reflects the financial sector's commitment to modernizing educational environments and preparing medical professionals who are proficient in both clinical practice and digital innovation.
For residents and those interested in Thailand’s healthcare landscape, this development signals a long-term effort to integrate advanced technology into the national health service system, potentially improving the quality of future medical care. While the funding has been officially received, specific details regarding the center's opening date, the full scope of its technological curriculum, and when it will begin accepting students or researchers remain to be confirmed by the university.