Assoc Prof Dr. Pimlapas Leekitcharoenphon | Best Research Award - Award Winner 2023
Assoc Prof Dr. Pimlapas Leekitcharoenphon |Environmental Microbiology
Congratulations, Pimlapas Leekitcharoenphon, on receiving the prestigious Best Research Award from the Technical University of Denmark! We are bursting with pride to extend our heartfelt congratulations on this exceptional achievement, which highlights your outstanding contributions to the realm of research.
Your dedication to excellence in research not only brings honor to your name but also elevates the reputation of the Technical University of Denmark. Your passion for pushing the boundaries of knowledge and making significant strides in your field is truly commendable.
EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Dr. Pimlapas Leekitcharoenphon earned her Ph.D. from DTU Food in 2014, with a thesis focused on Whole Genome Epidemiological Typing of Salmonella. Her academic journey also includes an M.Sc. in Bioinformatics from King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), Bangkok, Thailand, and a B.Sc. in Biotechnology from Silapakorn University, Thailand.
PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Since December 2022, Dr. Leekitcharoenphon serves as a Senior Researcher at the Research Group for Genomic Epidemiology, DTU. Her previous positions include roles as a Researcher and Postdoc at the same institution, and she worked as a Research Assistant in Bioinformatics at Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS
Dr. Leekitcharoenphon's contributions to academia primarily revolve around genomic epidemiology, whole-genome sequencing (WGS), and machine learning applications in food safety. Her research has significantly impacted the field, utilizing WGS for typing, outbreak detection, and understanding bacterial transmission dynamics. She has notably developed machine learning tools for predicting virulence levels and disinfectant resistance.
AUTHOR PROFILE
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NOTABLE PUBLICATION
As a principal investigator (PI) of multiple research grants, including a Danish Dairy Research Foundation grant and a Karl Pedersen and Hustrus Industrifond grant, Dr. Leekitcharoenphon has demonstrated substantial impact. Her work in improving food safety using WGS and machine learning, particularly in Listeria monocytogenes, showcases her influence on predictive modeling in the field.
ACADEMIC CITES
Dr. Leekitcharoenphon has an impressive academic citation record, with an H-index of 27 (ISI Web of Science) and an average of 39.82 citations per publication. Her total number of citations stands at 3,504.
EXPERIENCE
Apart from her research and PI roles, Dr. Leekitcharoenphon actively engages in teaching. She teaches courses on Infectious Disease Bioinformatics, Fighting Infectious Diseases, and Whole Genome Analysis in Diagnostic Microbiology at DTU. Additionally, she supervises master/bachelor students, PhD students, and postdocs.
LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Dr. Leekitcharoenphon's legacy lies in her innovative work at the intersection of genomics, epidemiology, and machine learning for food safety. Her future contributions are likely to involve further advancements in predictive tools, continued mentorship, and collaboration in multidisciplinary projects.
In conclusion, Dr. Pimlapas Leekitcharoenphon's academic and research journey showcases a commitment to advancing genomic epidemiology and applying cutting-edge technologies to enhance food safety. Her impact is evident in her extensive publication record, successful grant acquisitions, and active engagement in teaching and supervision.