Kasetsart University Receives Returned Space Payload from NASA
Kasetsart University has officially received a returned liquid crystal research payload from NASA, marking a milestone for Thailand's space research capabilities.
On October 26, 2026, Kasetsart University’s Faculty of Science hosted an event titled “Exposed to Space: TLC Payload Return and Our next ISS External Mission.” During the ceremony, the university officially received a liquid crystal research payload that had been deployed in space via NASA.
The payload was returned by Voyager Technologies, the space consultancy firm overseeing the TLC project. Mr. Scott Rodriguez, Vice President, and Mr. Marcello Caporicci, Mission Manager, formally handed over the equipment to Kasetsart University President, Assistant Professor Dr. Khongsak Thiangtham, at the Sumin Samutkhup Conference Room in Bangkok.
For residents and those interested in Thailand’s scientific progress, this event highlights the country's growing involvement in international space research and the potential for future collaborations on the International Space Station (ISS). The successful retrieval of this experiment provides valuable data for future liquid crystal research, which could have long-term implications for material science and technology development.
While the return of the payload is confirmed, details regarding the specific scientific findings derived from the experiment have not yet been fully disclosed. Further updates on the results of the research and the scope of the university's next planned external mission to the ISS remain to be confirmed by the research team.
