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flag Thai silk is being turned into medical products like pain-relief patches and joint gels through a university-led project using its natural protein.

flag 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. flag 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. flag Thai silk’s natural golden color and hydrophobic structure enhance drug binding for targeted delivery. flag 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.

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