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Thai silk is being turned into medical products like pain-relief patches and joint gels through a university-led project using its natural protein.
The Silklife project at Chulalongkorn University, led by Dr. Juthamas Ratanavaraporn, is transforming Thai silk into medical products using its biocompatible fibroin protein, which is strong and safely degrades in the body.
The initiative uses organic silkworm farming in Ratchaburi and an ISO-certified pilot plant to produce hydrogel patches for pain relief and sleep aid, biodegradable tissue scaffolds, and injectable joint gels now in early clinical trials.
Thai silk’s natural golden color and hydrophobic structure enhance drug binding for targeted delivery.
The project aims to reduce Thailand’s reliance on imported medical materials, support rural farmers with higher returns for medical-grade cocoons, and position Thai silk as a scalable, homegrown alternative in global healthcare markets.
La seda tailandesa se está convirtiendo en productos médicos como parches para aliviar el dolor y geles articulares a través de un proyecto dirigido por la universidad que utiliza su proteína natural.