‘sPace’ dynamic prosthetic foot

23 Sept 06:21 Key points summarised by AI

Thai researchers developed the award-winning ‘sPace’ Dynamic Prosthetic Foot, significantly improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Unlike heavy, rigid SACH feet, ‘sPace’ utilizes lightweight, flexible carbon fiber, enabling users to walk comfortably and engage in diverse activities like sports by efficiently reflecting energy.
A collaborative initiative has distributed over 200 ‘sPace’ feet across 17 hospitals in Thailand, with ongoing efforts to establish broader production and accessibility.
The innovation has received the NRCT 2023 award and meets the universal ISO 10328 standard, with continuous research and development focused on expanding sizes for a more diverse user base.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.