Editor profile

 
     
 

Personnel Detail

  
 
Name: Benjaphorn PRAPAGDEE
Nationality: Thai
Office address: Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies,Mahidol University,
Phuttamonthon 4 Rd., Salaya, Nakhonpathom 73170, Thailand
Work phone (662) 441-5000 ext. 1319, Fax. (662) 441-9509-10
   
 

 
  E-mail address: benjaphorn.pra@mahidol.ac.th
  ORCID iD: 0000-0003-0645-1278
  Scopus Author ID.: 6508318242
  H-index: 16
     
 

Education

    
 

2001 – 2004

 D.Tech.Sc. in Environmental Toxicology, Technology and Management,
Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand
  1992 – 1995 M.Sc. in Industrial Microbiology, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
  1988 – 1992 B.Sc. in Microbiology (Second class Honors), Burapha University, Thailand
       
 

Work Experiences
 
Main Work:  
2010 – Present Associate Professor in Environmental Science at Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, Thailand
2007 – 2011 Program Director; M.Sc. in Technology of Environmental Management (Special program), Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, Thailand
2005 – 2010 Assistant Professor in Environmental Science and Technology at Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, Thailand
2003 – 2006 Deputy Dean for Student Affairs and Public Relations; Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, Thailand
1998 – 2005 Instructor at Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, Thailand
1995 – 1998 Researcher at Institute of Health Science Research, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
   
   
   

Other Works:
2017 – Present Committee in Thai Local Board (in Environmental Science) of
Scopus database hosted by Thai-Journal Citation Index (TCI) Centre
(www.kmutt.ac.th/jif/TCI_Collaboration/?page_id=800) 
2016 – Present Editor-in-Chief of Environment and Natural Resources Journal (https://ph02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ennrj/Editorprofile)
2015 – 2017 Secretariat to Thai Society of Higher Education Institutes on Environment
2011 – 2015 Associate Editor of EnvironmentAsia
2007 – 2012 Secretariat to Thai Society of Higher Education Institutes on Environment
   
   
 

Fields of Specialization
  • Bioremediation of heavy metal in contaminated soil: Microbial remediation and phytoremediation
  • Responses on heavy metal toxicity in heavy metal-resistant bacteria
  • Biodegradation process of bioplastic
  • Biocontrol of fungal plant pathogens using bacterial antagonists
   
   
     
 

Academic Awards & Honors
2018 Certificate of Outstanding of Academic staff of Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University
2018 Editor-in-Chief Certificate of Environment and Natural Resources Journal awarded by TCI-TRF-Scopus
2017 Certificate of Outstanding of University Officer of Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University
2014 Mahidol University Brand Ambassador of Core value in Mastery, Mahidol University
2013 TRF-CHE-Scopus Young Researcher Award in Life Sciences & Agricultural Sciences (www.trf.or.th/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5149:2014-09-25-47&catid=24&Itemid=219)
2009 Certificate of Outstanding of Civil Servant level 8 of Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University
2006 Certificate of Outstanding of Civil Servant level 6 of Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University
1995 Certificate of Honor of the Top of the Class in M.Sc. in Industrial Microbiology from Dr.Thab Neelanithi Foundation
1992 Certificate of Honor of the Top of the Class in B.Sc. in Microbiology from Dr.Thab Neelanithi Foundation
     

Professional Membership

  
2010 – Present Council of Science and Technology Professionals (CSTP)  
2008 – Present American Society for Microbiology (ASM)  
2005 – Present Thai Society of Higher Education Institutes on Environment (TSHE)  
1998 – Present Thai Society of Biotechnology (TSB)  
     
 

Academic Service

    
 

Member of Editorial Boards:

 
         
    2014 – Present Suan Suandha Science and Technology Journal
    2015 – Present Huachiew Chalermprakiet Science and Technology Journal
       
    Reviewer for International Refereed Journals :
     
  • Chemical Engineering Journal
  • Chemosphere
  • Chiang Mai Journal of Science
  • Critical Reviews in Microbiology
  • Current Medicinal Chemistry
  • Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety
  • Electronic Journal of Biotechnology
  • EnvironmentAsia
  • Environmental Geochemistry and Health
  • Environmental Science and Pollution Research
  • Environmental Technology
  • Environmental Technology and Innovation
  • FEMS Microbiology Letters
  • Folia Microbiologica
  • Fresenius Environmental Bulletin
  • International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation
  • International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology
  • International Journal of Integrative Biology
  • International Journal of Phytoremediation
  • Journal of Applied Microbiology
  • Journal of Basic Microbiology
  • Journal of Environmental Quality
  • Journal of Hazardous Materials
  • Letters in Applied Microbiology
  • PeerJ
  • Polymer Degradation and Stability
  • Process Biochemistry
  • Sains Malaysiana
  • Science of the Total Environment
  • Soil and Sediment Contamination: An International Journal
  • Songklanakarin Journal of Science and Technology
 
 
 
 
 
         
  Thesis External Examiner for Graduate Students:  
   
  • Chulabhorn Graduate Institute, Chulabhorn Royal Academy
  • Faculty of Engineering, Kasetsart University
  • Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University
  • Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University
  • Faculty of Science, Khonkaen University
  • Faculty of Science, Silapakorn University
  • Faculty of Science and Technology, Suan Suandha Rajabhat University
  • Faculty of Agro-Industry, Prince of Songkla University
  • Faculty of Environmental Management, Prince of Songkla University
  • School of Bioresources and Technology, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi
  • School of Energy, Environment and Materials, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi
  
       
   
 
     
  Invited Lecturer & Speaker:  
    2017 The 5th Academic Science and Technology Conference 2017, 25 May 2017,
Miracle Grand Convention Hotel, Bangkok		  
    2016 “International Training Course on Waste Management and Wastewater Treatment for Sustainability” for Participants from Department of Housing and Urban Planning, Laos PDR  
    2012 – 2013 “International Training Course on Waste Management for Sustainability” for Participants from Asian Countries Sponsored by Thailand International Development Cooperation Agency  
    2010 “Special Topics: Material for Microbiology” for the Graduate Students in Material Technology, School of Energy, Environment and Materials, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi  
    2008 – 2014 “Toxicology and Environmental Microbiology” for the Undergraduate Students in Industrial Microbiology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Huachiew Chalermprakiet University  
    2006 – 2010 “Microbiology” for the Undergraduate Students in Medical Records, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, Mahidol University  
    2006 – 2010 “International Training Course on Hazardous Waste Management” ” for Participants from Asian Countries Sponsored by Thailand International Development Cooperation Agency  
    2005 – 2011 “International Training Course on Environmental Health” for Participants from Asian Countries Sponsored by The Colombo Plan Secretariat and Thailand International Development Cooperation Agency  
       
     
   
     

Academic Experience
  Mar 2020 Training on Biosafety and Biosecurity organized by Center for Occupational Safety, Health and Environment Management, Mahidol University  
  May 2019 Workshop on Tissue Culture of Techniques on Plant Strain Improvement and its Application organized by Kasetsart University Research and Development Institute  
  Mar 2019 Workshop on Tissue Culture of Economical Plants for Commercial Purpose organized by Kasetsart University Research and Development Institute  
  Aug 2018 Training on Laws of Pathogenic Microorganisms for Biological, Chemical and Environmental safety organized by Council of Science and Technology  
  Mar & Jul 2017 Workshop on Editor-in-Chief Program organized by Thai-Journal Citation Index Centre, Thailand Research Fund and Elsevier  
  May 2016 Workshop on Microbial Culture Preservation using Lyophilization Technique organized by National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Thailand  
 

July 2015

 Workshop on Biorefinery Aspect in Ligninocellulosic Ethanol Production organized by Thai Society of Biotechnology, Bangkok, Thailand  
  Nov 2014 Field study on Environmental Management and Technology in Japan at Bureau of Waterworks and Bureau of Environment, Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Tokyo, Japan
  Dec 2012 Workshop on 2nd and 3rd generation biofuels organized by Thai Society of Biotechnology, Bangkok, Thailand  
     
     
Aug 2011 Field study on Environmental Management and Technology in Republic of Korea at K-water academy, Sudokwon landfill and National Institute of Environmental Research, Daejeon city and Incheon city, Republic of Korea  
Feb 2011 Workshop on Soil and Tissue Analysis for Heavy Metal in Thailand organized by National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Pathumthani, Thailand In collaboration with Institute of Soil Science, Chinese Academy of Science, P.R.China  
May 2010 Field study on Environmental Management and Technology in Singapore organized by Singapore Environment Institute, National Environment Agency, Singapore  
Jun-Jul 2007 International Training Program on Biotechnology for Toxic Assessment and Control organized by Chulabhorn Research Institute, Bangkok, Thailand  
Oct-Nov 2004 Workshop on Biodegradation of Environmental Pollutants organized by Microbial Ecology Laboratory, Department of Land, Air and Water Resources, University of California, Davis, California, USA  
Dec 2001 International Training Program on Environmental and Health Risk Assessment and Risk Management of Toxic Chemicals organized by Chulabhorn Research Institute, Bangkok, Thailand In collaboration with International Program on Chemical safety (IPC) and World Health Organization (WHO)  
Oct-Nov 1999 Workshop on Analysis of Bacterial Community by Fluorescent Staining organized by Environmental Microbiology Laboratory, Graduated School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Osaka University, Osaka, Japan  
Aug 1999 Training on Internal Quality Audit: ISO9000 organized by Thailand Productivity Institute, Bangkok, Thailand  
Feb 1998 Training on Molecular Biological Technique for DNA Analysis Organized by Faculty of Art and Science, Kasetsart University, Nakhonpathom, Thailand.  
Feb 1996 Training on Epidemiological Application organized by Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.  
Jun 1996 Practical Training on Chemical and Microbiological Examination of Exported Food organized by Department of Livestock, Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Bangkok, Thailand.  
Apr-May 1990 Practical Training on Isolation, Identification and Confirmation of Pathogenic Bacteria and Microbiological Examination of Frozen Foods, Dry Food and Canned Food for Export organized by Department of Medical science, Ministry of Public Health, Nonthaburi, Thailand.  
     
     
 
 
     
   
     
     


 

Graduate students under supervision

 
 
     
1
 Pummarin R. Thesis title “Factors affecting quantity and quality of methanogens in Kumpangsean landfill, Nakhonpathom province” (2000)  
2
 Kongrod K. Thesis title “Optimal conditions for composting process of sewage sludge and bagasse” (2003)  
3
 Kotchadat K. Thesis title “Effect of chitosan on Fusarium solani causative a soybean related-sudden death syndrome pathogen” (2005)  
4
 Dhunmigabovorn S. Thesis title “Application of effective microorganisms for Dendrobium sp. cultivation” (2006)  
5
 Kaewchai A. Thesis title “Growth suppression of phytopathogenic fungi by antifungal metabolites from antagonistic bacteria” (2008)  
6
 Watcharamusik A. Thesis title “Correlation between exopolymer production and resistance to cadmium toxicity in cadmium-resistant bacterium, Ralstonia sp. TAK1” (2008)  
7
 Kuekulvong C. Thesis title “Antifungal activity against Sclerotium rolfsii by antagonistic microorganisms isolated from soil and Dendrobium orchid” (2008)  
8
 Akrapikulchart U. Thesis title “Efficiency of antagonistic microorganisms to biocontrol of Anthracnose disease in Dendrobium sp.” (2009)  
9
 Ruanchaiman S. Thesis title “Dispersion of cadmium-resistant bacterium in cadmium-contaminated soil at Mae Sod district, Tak province” (2009)  
10
 Thongprayoon S. Thesis title “Factors influencing on microbiological quality of groundwater case study in Bangkla district, Chachoengsao province and Kosumphisai district, Mahasarakham province” (2009)  
11
 Changsong N. Thesis title “Isolation of multi-drug-resistant bacteria from air in the rooms using various air ventilation systems in a University hospital” (2009)  
12
 Chompoothawat N. Thesis title “Removal of cadmium from aqueous solution by exopolymers produced by cadmium-resistant bacterium; Ralstonia sp. TAK1” (2010)  
13
 Choochuen C. Thesis title “Biocontrol of anthracnose disease in Dendrobium orchid by crude extract of extracellular antifungal compounds produced by microbial antagonists” (2010)  
14
 Pitisuradech S. Thesis title “Effects of intracellular and extracellular antifungal compounds produced by bacterial antagonists on the growth of Sclerotium rolfsii” (2010)  
15
 Pratum C. Thesis title “Removal of reactive dyes from textile dyeing industrial effluent by white-rot fungi” (2010)  
16
 Jitapunkul A. Thesis title “Detection of estrogenic hormonal residues in the lower Chao Phraya river” (2010)  
17
 Pattarapipatpok S. Thesis title “Screening of ligninolytic enzymes-producing fungi and optimal inducer for ligninolytic enzyme production” (2011)  
18
 Chumphonwong N. Thesis title “Effects of cadmium resistant plant-growth promoting rhizobacteria on the enhancement of cadmium removal and plant root elongation” (2011)  
19
 Khonsue N. Thesis title “Enhanced phytoremediation of cadmium-contaminated soil by bioaugmentation with cadmium-resistant exopolymer-producing bacteria” (2011)  
20
 Raknhathy S. Thesis title “Knowledge, attitude and participation of medical staff about hazardous waste management guidelines in the state University hospital” (2012)  
21
 Chanprasert M. Thesis title “Enhanced seed germination and root elongation of sunflower under heavy metal toxicity condition by heavy metal-resistant rhizobacteria” (2012)  
22
 Kittisuwan K. Thesis title “Bioaugmentation-assisted phytoremediation of cadmium-contaminated soil by Vetiver grass and cadmium-resistant bacteria” (2012)  
23
 Rogchanabovorn N. Thesis title “Decolorization efficiency and mechanism of reactive dye by a white-rot fungus” (2012)  
24
 Kijawatworawet K. Thesis title “Role of cadmium-resistant siderophore-producing rhizobacteria on the increasing of cadmium mobilization in contaminated soil” (2012)  
25
 Rengkhuankhwai J. Thesis title “Antibiotic resistance of Enterococci isolated from seawater of marine recreational beach at Chonburi province, Thailand” (2013)  
26
 Anusornpornpong S. Thesis title “Biotreatment of cadmium in aqueous solution by cadmium-resistant bacteria” (2014)  
27
 Duangboobpha S. Thesis title “Potential of cadmium-resistant rhizobacteria on removal of cadmium in contaminated water and soil” (2014)  
28
 Setkit K. Thesis title “Soil inoculation with cadmium-resistant indole-3-acetic acid-producing bacteria to enhance cadmium phytoremediation by H. annuus L. and Z. mays L.” (2014)  
29
 Apinya T. Thesis title “Biodegradation of polylactic acid under soil burial exposure by Pseudonocardia sp.” (2014)  
30
 Panpumpo S. Thesis title “Biodegradation of polylactic acid by microbial consortia from landfill soil and wastewater sludge” (2015)  
31
 Wankumpha J. Thesis title “Enhanced cadmium solubility in contaminated soil by chitosan immobilized-cadmium-resistant bacteria” (2015)  
32
 Rojjanateeranaj P. Thesis title “Biostimulation and bioaugmentation with cadmium-resistant bacteria to improve cadmium phytoremediation in contaminated soil by Glycine max L.” (2015)  
33
 Boonwan P. Thesis title “Inoculation of cadmium-resistant rhizobacteria on promoting plant growth and cadmium phytoremediation in contaminated soil by Derris indica” (2017)  
34
 Panchatree S. Thesis title “Biocontrol of Anthracnose disease in chili using Bacillus subtilis as a bacterial antagonist” (2017)  
35
 Huaysai S. Thesis title “Environmental management within the type 1 markets located in Minburi district” (2017)  
36
 Wiangkham N. Thesis title “Soil inoculation with cadmium-resistant bacteria for promoting plant growth and cadmium phytoremediation by Napier grass cultivar Pakchong 1” (2017)  
37
 Seechanta W. Thesis title “Microbiological air quality in cafeterias with mechanical and natural ventilations: A case study of a State Enterprise” (2017)  
38
 Bubpachat T. Thesis title “Isolation PLA-degrading bacterium and its optimum conditions for the production of protease and PLA-degrading enzymes” (2018)  
39
 Pattanasuttichonlakul W. Thesis title “Enhanced biodegradation of polylactic acid sheets by ultraviolet and bioaugmentation with a PLA-degrading bacterium” (2018)  
40
 Chuaphasuk C. Thesis title “Synergistic use of Chlorophytum laxum and biochar-immobilized cadmium-resistant bacteria to enhance cadmium phytoremediation in contaminated soil” (2018)  
41
 Kanthom S. Thesis title “Effects of heavy metal-resistant bacteria on biotreatment of heavy metals in aqueous solution and promoting of root elongation of Helianthus annuus L. and Sorghum bicolor (L) Moench under heavy metal toxic conditions” (2018)  
42
 Sangsuwan P. Thesis title “Synergistic use of cadmium-resistant bacteria and plants for phytoremediation of cadmium contaminated soil by plant co-cropping” (2020)  
 
 43 Junpradit C. Thesis title “Role of cadmium-resistant actinomycetes on cadmium removal from aqueous solution and cadmium solubility in contaminated soil” (2020)
 
    
 
    
 
 
    




List of Publications
         
 

Journal Articles:

  
         
   
1
 Rungphitackchai B, and Juntongjin K. Production of sodium channel blocker by bacteria cultivated in bivalve infusions. In Matangkasombut P. and Yoshida T. (eds.), Microbial Utilization of Renewable Resources. 1995; 9: 264-270.  
   
2
 Rungphitackchai B, Udomprasertgul V, and Pawiset R. Epidemiological study from surveillance disease report (1). Thai Journal of Health Research. 1995; 9(2): 115-132. (In Thai)  
 
3
 Rungphitackchai B, and Udomprasertgul V. Epidemiological study from surveillance disease report (2). Thai Journal of Health Research. 1996; 10(1): 57-78. (In Thai)  
 
4
 Rungphitackchai B. Food poisoning causative from Vibrio parahaemolyticus in seafoods. Thai Journal of Health Research. 1996; 10(2): 137-149. (In Thai)  
 
5
 Rungphitackchai B, Juntongjin K, and Chaisiri N. Sodium channel blocker in toxic and non-toxic bivalves in relation with their surrounding environment. Journal of Environmental Research. 1996; 18(2): 19-26. (In Thai)  
 
6
 Rungphitackchai B, Palanuvej C, and Rungsiyothin A. Illicit heroin analysis. Thai Journal of Health Research. 1997; 11(2): 87-96. (In Thai)  
 
7
 Palanuvej C, Rungphitackchai B, and Rungsiyothin A. heroin analysis of illicit amphetamines. Thai Journal of Health Research. 1997; 11(2): 81-86. (In Thai)  
 
8
 Palanuvej C, Issaravanich S, Rungphitackchai B, Chinveschakitvanich V, and Danthamrongkul V. Chemical analysis of illicit amphetamines. Thai Journal of Health Research. 1997; 11(2): 73-80. (In Thai)  
 
9
 Chantaraprateep P, Sinhaseni P, Udomprasertgul V, Rungphitackchai B, Issaravanich S, and Boonbundarlchai R. Toxicity and residues of oxolinic acid. Thai Journal of Health Research. 1998; 12(2): 78-86.  
 
10
 Chantaraprateep P, Kanchanapangka S, Tanticharoenyos P, Tunsaringkarn K, and Rungphitackchai B. Etiology and current status of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (Mad Cow Disease). The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine. 1998; 28(1): 17-55. (In Thai)  
 
11
 Tansaringkarn K, Boonsa-nguan A, Issaravanich S, Rungphitackchai B, Rungsiyotin A, Udomprasertgul V, Boonbundarlchai R, Manotaya S, Tuntanasutiwong S and Chommaneekul H. The blood lead level of pregnant women at Samutprakarn hospital during B.C. 2540. Journal of Nursing Science. 1998; 10(1-3): 91-98. (In Thai)  
 
12
 Boonsa-nguan A, Tansaringkarn K, Issaravanich S, Rungphitackchai B, Rungsiyotin A, Udomprasertgul V, Boonbundarlchai R, Manotaya S, Tuntanasutiwong S and Chommaneekul H. Effect of blood lead level on biochemical agent in blood of pregnant women at Samutprakarn hospital. Bulletin of the Department of Medical Services. 1999; 24(3): 115-121. (In Thai)  
 
13
 Tunsaringkarn K, Issaravanich S, Rungphitackchai B, Rungsiyotin A, Udomprasertgul V, Boonbundarlchai R, Manotaiya S, Boonsa-nguan A, Tuntanasutiwong S, and Chommaneegul H. Effect of lead levels in milk and maternal blood and umbilical cord blood on newborn birth weight at Samutprakarn hospital. Bulletin of the Department of Medical Services. 1999; 24(6): 329-335. (In Thai)  
 
14
 Tunsaringkarn K, Rungphitackchai B, Issaravanich S, Rungsiyotin A, Udomprasertgul V, Boonbundarlchai R, Manotaiya S, Boonsa-nguan A, Tuntanasutiwong S, and Chommaneegul H. The blood lead level and alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) and human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) Hormone levels of pregnant women related to newborn birth weight at Samutprakarn hospital. Thai Journal of Health Research. 1999; 13(2): 67-77. (In Thai)  
 
15
 Tanticharoenyos P., Lohachit C., Tunsaringkarn K., Rungphitackchai B., and Singlor J. A Comparative Study of General Anesthesia and Vasectomy by Ligation and Electric Cautery in Dogs. Journal of Thai Veterinary Medicine Association. 2000; 51(1-2): 19-25. (In Thai)  
 
16
 Tunsaringkarn K, Prapagdee B, Issaravanich S, Rungsiyotin A, Udomprasertgul V, Boonbundarlchai R, Manotaiya S, Boonsa-nguan A, Tuntanasutiwong S, and Chommaneegul H. The change of alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) and human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) hormone levels in pregnant women and their newborn birth weight. Journal of Nursing Science. 2001; 13(2): 29-36. (In Thai)  
 
17
 Kenzaka T, Yamaguchi N, Prapagdee B, Mikami E, and Nasu M. Bacterial community composition and activity in tropical rivers in Thailand and Malaysia. Journal of Health Science. 2001; 47(4): 353-361.  
 
18
 Eiamphungporn W, Nakjarung K, Prapagdee B, Vattanaviboon P, and Mongkolsuk S. Oxidant-inducible resistance to hydrogen peroxide killing inAgrobacterium tumefaciens requires the global peroxide sensor-regulator OxyR and KatA. FEMS Microbiology Letters. 2003; 225: 167-172.  
 
19
 Prapagdee B. Sodium Channel blocker biotoxins in the marine animals. Environment and Natural Resources Journal. 2003; 1(1): 61-68. (In Thai)  
 
20
 Prapagdee B, Vattanaviboon P, and Mongkolsuk S. The role of a bifunctional catalase-peroxidase KatA in protection of Agrobacterium tumefaciens from menadione toxicity. FEMS Microbiology Letters. 2004; 232: 217-223.  
 
21
 Prapagdee B, Eiamphungporn W, Saenkham P, Mongkolsuk S, Vattanaviboon P. Analysis of growth phase regulated KatA and CatE and their physiological roles in determining hydrogen peroxide resistance in Agrobacterium tumefaciens. FEMS Microbiology Letters. 2004; 237: 219-226.  
 
22
 Prapagdee B, Suphaka N, and Juntongjin K. Effect of phosphate concentration in bivalve infusion and artificial cultured medium on sodium channel blocker producing by Vibrio alginolyticus. Journal of Environmental Research. 2004; 26(2): 47-56.  
 
23
 Kotchadat K, Prapagdee B, Kumsopa A, and Visarathanone N. Effects of chitosan on Furasium solani causative related-sudden death syndrome pathogen. Environment and Natural Resources Journal. 2005; 3(1): 89-98.  
 
24
 Sukchawalit R, Prapagdee B, Charoenlap N, Vattanaviboon P, and Mongkolsuk S. Protection of Xanthomonas against arsenic toxicity involves the peroxide-sensing transcription regulator OxyR. Research in Microbiology. 2005; 156: 30-34.  
 
25
 Chuchue T, Tanboon W, Prapagdee B, Dubbs JM, Vattanaviboon P, and Mongkolsuk S. OhrR-ohr are the primary sensor/regulator and protective genes against organic hydroperoxide stress in Agrobacterium tumefaciens. Journal of Bacteriology. 2006; 188: 842-851.  
 
26
 Hrimpeng K, Prapagdee B, Banjerdkij P, Vattanaviboon P, Dubbs JM, and Mongkolsuk S. Challenging Xanthomonas campestris with low levels of arsenic mediates cross-protection against oxidant killing. FEMS Microbiology Letters. 2006; 262(1): 121-127.  
 
27
 Prapagdee B, Kotchadat K, Kumsopa A, and Visarathanonth N. The role of chitosan in protection of soybean from sudden death syndrome caused by Fusarium solani f. sp. glycines. Bioresource Technology. 2007; 98(7): 1353-1358.  
 
28
 Wongtanet J, and Prapagdee B. Effects of inorganic ions and glucose on hydrogen production by indigenous microbes in sewage sludge. EnvironmentAsia. 2008; 1(2): 30-36.  
 
29
 Watcharamusik A, Prapagdee B, Thavipoke P, and Boontanon N. The role of exopolymers in protection of Ralstonia sp., a cadmium-resistant bacterium, from cadmium toxicity. EnvironmentAsia. 2008; 1(2): 37-42.  
 
30
 Prapagdee B, Kuekulvong C, and Mongkolsuk S. Antifungal potential of extracellular metabolites produced by Streptomyces hygroscopicus against phytopathogenic fungi. International Journal of Biological Sciences. 2008; 4(5): 330-337  
       
       
   
 
       
    31 Prapagdee B, Akrapikulchart U, and Mongkolsuk S. Potential of a soil-borne Streptomyces hygroscopicus for biocontrol of anthracnose disease caused by Colletotrichum gloeosporioides in orchid. Journal of Biological Sciences. 2008; 8(7): 1187-1192.  
  32 Prapagdee B, and Watcharamusik A. Adaptive and cross-protective responses against cadmium and zinc toxicity in cadmium-resistant bacterium isolated from a zinc mine. Brazilian Journal of Microbiology. 2009; 40(4): 838-845.  
  33 Ruanchaiman S, Kumsopa A, Boontanon N and Prapagdee B. Dispersion of cadmium resistant bacteria in cadmium contaminated soils at Mae Sot district, Tak province. Journal of Environmental Research. 2009; 31(2): 35-48.  
  34 Noisopa C, Prapagdee B, Navanugraha C and Hutacharoen R. Effects of bio-extracts on the growth of Chinese kale. Kasetsart Journal: Natural Science. 2010; 44(5): 808-815.  
  35 Thasana N, Prapagdee B, Rangkadilok N, Sallabhan R, Aye SL, Ruchirawat S and Loprasert S. Bacillus subtilis SSE4 produces subtulene A, a new lipopeptide antibiotic possessing an unusual C15 unsaturated β-amino acid. FEBS Letters. 2010; 584: 3209-3214.  
  36 Chompoothawat N, Wongthanate J, Ussawarujikulchai A and Prapagdee B. Removal of cadmium ion from aqueous solution by exopolysaccharide-producing bacterium, Ralstonia sp. Fresenius Environmental Bulletin. 2010; 19(12): 2919-2923.  
  37 Pratum C, Wongthanate J, Arunlertaree C and Prapagdee B. Decolorization of reactive dyes and textile dyeing effluent by Pleurotus sajor-caju. International Journal of Integrative Biology. 2011; 11(1): 52-57.  
  38 Prapagdee B, Tharasaithong L, Nanthaphot R and Paisitwiroj C. Efficacy of crude extract of antifungal compounds produced from Bacillus subtilis on prevention of anthracnose disease in Dendrobium orchid. EnvironmentAsia. 2012; 5(1): 32-38.  
  39 Prapagdee B, Chumphonwong N, Khonsue N and Mongkolsuk S. Influence of cadmium resistant bacteria on promoting plant root elongation and increasing cadmium mobilization in contaminated soil. Fresenius Environmental Bulletin. 2012; 21(5): 1186-1191.  
  40 Gitchaiwat A, Kositchaiyong A, Sombatsompop K, Prapagdee B, Isarangkura K and Sombatsompop N. Assessment and characterization of antifungal and antialgal performances for biocide-enhanced linear low-density polyethylene. Journal of Applied Polymer Science. 2013; 128(1): 371-379.  
  41 Gitchaiwat A, Likhitlert S, Kositchaiyong A, Sombatsompop K, Prapagdee B, Isarangkura K and Sombatsompop N. Anti-algal performances for biocide-enhanced low-density polyethylene film.Advanced Materials Research. 2013; 747: 481-484.  
  42 Kositchaiyong A, Rosarpitak V, Prapagdee B and Sombatsompop N. Molecular characterizations, mechanical properties and anti-algal activities for PVC and wood/PVC composites containing urea- and triazine-based algaecides. Composites Part B: Engineering. 2013; 53: 25-35.  
  43 Prapagdee B, Chanprasert M and Mongkolsuk S. Bioaugmentation with cadmium-resistant plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria to assist cadmium phytoextraction by Helianthus annuus. Chemosphere. 2013; 92(6): 659-666.  
  44 Khonsue N, Kittisuwan K, Kumsopa A, Tawinteung N and Prapagdee B. Inoculation of soil with cadmium-resistant bacteria enhances cadmium phytoextraction by Vetiveria nemoralis and Ocimum gratissimum. Water, Air and Soil Pollution. 2013; 224(10): 1696.  
  45 Setkit K, Kumsopa A, Wongthanate J and Prapagdee B. Enhanced cadmium (Cd) phytoextraction from contaminated soil using Cd-resistant bacterium. EnvironmentAsia. 2014; 7(1): 89-94.  
  46 Kijawatworawet K, Wongthanate J and Prapagdee B. Role of cadmium-resistant siderophore-producing rhizobacteria in increasing cadmium bioavailability in contaminated soils. International Journal of Integrative Biology. 2014; 15(1): 1-6.  
  47 Sangthong C, Duangboobpha S, and Prapagdee B. Cadmium removal from water and soil by a cadmium-resistant rhizobacterium and its effect on plant root elongation. EnvironmentAsia. 2015; 8(1): 94-100.  
  48 Apinya T, Sombatsompop N and Prapagdee B. Selection of a Pseudonocardia sp. RM423 that accelerates the biodegradation of poly(lactic) acid in submerged cultures and in soil microcosms. International Biodeterioration & Biodegradation. 2015; 99: 23-30.  
  49 Prapagdee B and Khonsue N. Bacterial-assisted cadmium phytoremediation by Ocimum gratissimum L. in polluted agricultural soil: A field trial experiment. International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology. 2015; 12(12): 3843-3852  
  50 Sangthong C, Setkit K and Prapagdee B. Improvement of cadmium phytoremediation after soil inoculation with a cadmium resistant Micrococcus sp. Environmental Science and Pollution Research. 2016; 23(1): 756-764.  
  51 Pin-ngoen K, Kositchaiyong A, Prapagdee B and Sombatsompop N. Formation of E. coli biofilm on LLDPE sheets by incorporation of 2-hydroxypropyl-3-piperazinyl-quinoline carboxylic acid methacrylate or silver-substituted zeolite. International Biodeterioration & Biodegradation. 2016; 109: 211-222.  
  52 Chan-Hom T, Yamsaengsung W, Prapagdee B, Markpin T and Sombatsompop N. Flame retardancy, antifungal efficacies, and physical–mechanical properties for wood/polymer composites containing zinc borate. Fire and Materials. 2016; DOI: 10.1002/fam.2408.  
  53 Prapagdee B and Wankumpha J. Phytoremediation of cadmium-polluted soil by Chlorophytum laxum combined with chitosan-immobilized cadmium-resistant bacteria. Environmental Science and Pollution Research. 2017. DOI: 10.1007/s11356-017-9591-3  
  54 Rojjanateeranaj P, Sangthong C and Prapagdee B. Enhanced cadmium phytoremediation of Glycine max L. through bioaugmentation of cadmium-resistant bacteria assisted by biostimulation. Chemosphere. 2017. 185: 764-771.  
  55 Prapagdee B and Wankumpha J. Phytoremediation of cadmium-polluted soil by Chlorophytum laxum combined with chitosan-immobilized cadmium-resistant bacteria. Environmental Science and Pollution Research. 2017; 24(23): 19249-19258.  
  56 Srimalanon P, Prapagdee B, Markpin T and Sombatsompop N. Effects of DCP as a free radical producer and HPQM as a biocide on the mechanical properties and antibacterial performance of in situ compatibilized PBS/PLA blends. Polymer Testing. 2018; 67: 331-341.  
  57 Wiangkham N and Prapagdee B. Potential of Napier grass with cadmium-resistant bacterial inoculation on cadmium phytoremediation and its possibility to use as biomass fuel. Chemosphere. 2018; 201: 511-518.  
  58 Bubpachat T, Sombatsompop N and Prapagdee B. Isolation and role of polylactic acid-degrading bacteria on degrading enzymes productions and PLA biodegradability at mesophilic conditions. Polymer Degradation and Stability. 2018; 152: 75-85.  
  59 Pattanasuttichonlakul W, Sombatsompop N and Prapagdee B. Accelerating biodegradation of PLA using microbial consortium from dairy wastewater sludge combined with PLA-degrading bacterium. International Biodeterioration & Biodegradation. 2018; 132: 74-83.  
  60 Tangudom P, Wimolmala E, Prapagdee B and Sombatsompop N. Material formulations for AR/PMMA and AR-TiO2/PMMA blends and effects of UV radiation and TiO2 loading on mechanical and antibacterial performances. Polymer-Plastics Technology and Engineering. 2018; 57(18): 1963-1967.  
  61 Chuaphasuk C and Prapagdee B. Effects of biochar-immobilized bacteria on phytoremediation of cadmium-polluted soil. Environmental Science and Pollution Research. 2019; 26: 23679-23688.  
  62 Tangudom P, Wimolmala E, Prapagdee B and Sombatsompop N. Mechanical properties and antibacterial performance of PMMA toughened with acrylic rubber containing 2-Hydroxypropyl-3-Piperazinyl-Quinoline Carboxylic Acid Methacrylate (HPQM) and HPQM absorbed on TiO2 particles. Polymer Testing. 2019; 79: 106023.  
    63 Boonluksiri Y, Prapagdee B and Sombatsompop N. Effect of poly(D-lactic acid) and cooling temperature on heat resistance and antibacterial performance of stereocomplex poly(L-lactic acid). Journal of Applied Polymer Science. 2020; 137: 48970.  
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Srimalanon P, Prapagdee B and Sombatsompop N. Soil inoculation with Pseudomonas geniculate WS3 for accelerating the biodegradation process of in situ compatibilized PBS/PLA blends doped with HPQM. Journal of Polymers and the Environment. 2020; 28: 1138-1149.

  
  65 Tangudom P, Martín-Fabiani I, Prapagdee B, Wimolmala E, Markpin T and Sombatsompop N. Improvement of mechanical-antibacterial performances of AR/PMMA with TiO2 and HPQM treated by N-2(aminoethyl)-3-aminopropyl trimethoxysilane. Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites. 2020; DOI: 10.1177/0731684420975199  
  66 Sangsuwan P and Prapagdee B. Cadmium phytoremediation performance of two species of Chlorophytum and enhancing their potentials by cadmium-resistant bacteria. Environmental Technology and Innovation. 2021; 21: 101311.  
  67 Sombatsompop N, Srimalanon P, Markpin T and Prapagdee B. Polylactic acid (PLA): Improve it, use it, and dump it faster. BioResources. 2021; 16: 2196-2199.  
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Khanthom S, Stewart TN and Prapagdee B. Potential of a rhizobacterium on removal of heavy metals from aqueous solution and promoting plant root elongation under heavy metal toxic conditions. Environmental Technology and Innovation. 2021; 22: 101419.

  

 

Books and Book Chapter:

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

Prapagdee B. Environmental Microbiology: A Laboratory Handbook. Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, Nakhonpathom, 1999, p.72. (In Thai)

 

 

 

2

Prapagdee B. Case Study: Effects of Genetically Engineered Organisms on the Environment. In Thailand State of Environmental Quality Report 1999. Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning, Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment, Bangkok, 1999, p. 253-264. (In Thai)

 

 

3

Prapagdee B. Environmental Microbiology. Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University, Nakhonpathom, 2008, p.396. (In Thai)

 

 

4

Prapagdee B. (editor) Environmental Health and Safety Guidelines. Center for Occupational Safety, Health and Environment Management, Mahidol University, Nakhonpathom, 2012, p.110. (In Thai)

 

 

5

Prapagdee B. Soil Microorganisms and Remediation of Heavy Metal Contaminated Soil. Ruch Compute, Bangkok, 2020, p.260. (In Thai)