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TECH PLANTER in Thailand 2025

Discovering and nurturing Deep Tech seeds
and entrepreneurs in Thailand
ABOUT
Purpose
At universities, research institutes, and corporate laboratories, the "seeds" of science and technology are being born, and it takes a lot of time and effort before they sprout into practical applications. The "TECH PLANTER" organized by Leave a Nest with its partner companies is an ecosystem that aims to discover these seeds and serve as a planter to turn them into businesses. Our program in Thailand aimed at discovering and nurturing Deep Tech seeds and entrepreneurs. Our program in Thailand aimed at discovering and nurturing Deep Tech seeds and entrepreneurs.
Target.
  • Early stage startups and pre-startup researchers' teams or individuals in Tech fields aiming to solve societal problems
  • Mature startups or SMEs seeking collaborators are also welcome, even if they are close to mass production or PMF establishment.
  • Visionaries that aim to change the world and/or their own country to a better place based on the science and tech based seeds
  • Those who are interested in the Japanese market or collaboration with Japanese corporations.
Categories of the TECH
Manufacturing, robotics, IoT, AI, agri-tech, bio-tech, healthcare, med-tech, food-tech, care-tech, marine-tech, ecotech, and etc.
Application Period
12/1/2024(Sun)-5/31/2025(Sat)
Judging Criteria
A panel of judges consisting of Leave a Nest and its partners will evaluate each of the following items.
  1. 01novelty
  2. 02PRACTICABILITY
  3. 03IMPACT TO
    THE WORLD
  4. 04PASSION
Awards
Winner: 50,000 THB & Invitation to Present at TECH PLANTER Asia Final 2024
Corporate Awards: 30,000 THB (Multiple Awards)
SCHEDULE
12/1[SUN].

Entry open

Please register from here and fill out the web form to apply.
We also hold information sessions at each university and on an individual to encourage your full registration to tell you how to prepare documents. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

5/31[SAT]

Application deadline & 1st selection

After our closing the application window, a panel of judges consisting of Leave a Nest and its partners will review the applications.
Applicants will be asked to submit information about their team, technology, passion, and future vision via web form.
All applicants will be notified of the results of the screening process and will receive feedback on their applications.
In addition, online individual interviews will be held for those who wish to participate in the presentation review.

Jun.

Announcement of finalists

Selected Finalists will be announced in the middle of Jun.
For applicants who pass the selection, mentoring will be held to brush up their presentations for the final DEMO DAY.
In addition, it is possible to set up interviews with partner companies for the purpose of business consultation and to develop collaboration projects.

7/19[SAT]

TECH PLAN DEMO DAY in Thailand

The 9 finalist teams that passed our selection will be judged on their presentations.

Jul.

Supporting Period

Even after the DEMO DAY, the contact point between teams and Leave a Nest remains open, allowing discussions to develop their business.
We are responding to a wide range of start-up issues, from incorporation to prototype development, financing, and R&D.
In addition, collaboration between teams and partner companies is becoming more popular in this period to support business development.

PARTNER
Global Partners
Local Partners
Strategic Partners
ASSET
  1. ASSET01Leave a Nest Communicator
  2. ASSET02Japanese Partner Companies
  3. ASSET03Local Partners
  4. ASSET04Super Factory Group
SUPPORT
  1. SUPPORT01Organizing the vision your business
  2. SUPPORT02Brushing up your presentation
  3. SUPPORT03Opportunities for collaboration with Japanese corporates
  4. SUPPORT04Support for R&D and prototype development
  5. SUPPORT05Support for Knowledge and IP Strategies
  6. SUPPORT06Investment and support for finance
DEMO DAY
Name of the DEMO DAY
TECH PLANTER in Thailand 2025
place
Chulalongkorn School of Integrated Innovation 3rd Floor, Chaloem Rajakumari 60 Building 254 Phayathai Road, Pathumwan Bangkok 10330 Thailand
Date & Time
2025/7/19 (Sat)13:00-18:00 in Thailand Time
Application Period
12/1/2024(Sun)-5/31/2025(Sat)
Eligible Participants
Deep tech start ups and University researchers
organizer
Leave a Nest Singapore
Timeline
@Thailand Time
13:00-13:30
Opening Ceremony
13:30～16:20
Finalist Presentations
16:20-17:30
Judging, Lightning talks &Poster presentation
17:30-18:00
Awards & Closing
JUDGE
  • Dr. Kihoko Tokue
    Chief judge
    Managing Director, Leave a Nest Singapore Pte.
    Dr. Kihoko Tokue
    Raised across five countries, she earned a Ph.D. in ecology and joined Leave a Nest in 2011. After launching the International Development Division, she led global expansion efforts, establishing Leave a Nest Malaysia in 2013 and becoming its Managing Director. In 2019, she signed an MoU with Enterprise Singapore to support startups. TECH PLANTER program in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, and actively fosters international collaboration through bilingual communication, holding a Grade A in the UN English She leads the TECH PLANTER program in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, and actively fosters international collaboration through bilingual communication, holding a Grade A in the UN English Proficiency Test.
  • Dr. Dieter Trau
    Founding Director, AIT Entrepreneurship Center, Asian Institute of Technology
    Dr. Dieter Trau
    Prof Trau holds an engineering degree (Dipl. Ing. FH) from the Aachen University of Applied Science, 1994 in Chemical and Bioengineering and a PhD from the From 1994 to 1998 he worked as a Research Engineer at the Institute of Bio- and At that time he also started his entrepreneurial activities with the foundation of the biotechnology companies At that time he also started his entrepreneurial activities with the foundation of the biotechnology companies Xantec (1995), 8sens biognostic (2000) in Germany, AYOXXA Pte Ltd (2010), Tip Biosystems Pte Ltd (2014) and E3A Healthcare Pte Ltd (2019) in Singapore. He was a Research Fellow, Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Professor at HKUST from 2001 to 2004. 2004 he joined the Division of Bioengineering and the Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS) as an Assistant Professor. In July 2019 he was hired as the Dean of Engineering by the Asian In July 2019 he was hired as the Dean of Engineering by the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) as a full Professor and also took over the role of the Founding Director of the new AIT Entrepreneurship Center. he completed his 4 year tenure as Dean and continues as a full Professor at the Department of Industrial Systems Engineering (ISE) teaching medical engineering and bio-nanotechnology.
  • Dr. Santhaya Kittikowit
    Head, Business Incubator, Chulalongkorn University
    Dr. Santhaya Kittikowit
    Dr. Santhaya Kittikowit is a recognized lecturer in the Department of Commerce, Chulalongkorn Business School, where she also serves as an Associate She's highly regarded for her expertise in innovation, international business management, and entrepreneurship development.
    Notably, she is deeply passionate about driving the development of university spinoffs and shaping related policies. She played a crucial role in advocating for and establishing frameworks to facilitate the commercialization of university research through spinoff companies. Her work significantly contributed to creating a supportive environment for these ventures.
    Currently, Dr. Santhaya also heads CUBI (Chulalongkorn University Business Incubator), playing a pivotal role in nurturing and supporting startups Dr. Santhaya also heads CUBI (Chulalongkorn University Business Incubator), playing a pivotal role in nurturing and supporting startups.
  • Mr. Varis Charoenvaravoot
    Partner, ExpresSo NB
    Mr. Varis Charoenvaravoot
    He manages portfolios and leads direct investments in the new energy, sustainability, and decarbonization sectors. Prior to this, Varis spearheaded numerous initiatives at PTT, including the development of the Prior this, Varis spearheaded numerous initiatives at PTT, including the development of the New Energy business master plan that resulted in the formation of several new subsidiaries, as well as the PTT Smart Energy platform that utilizes AI/ML Varis holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology and an MBA from London Business School.
  • Mr. Charawut Ruangthong
    Assistant Manager for Global Service, Fuji Electric Manufacturing (Thailand)
    Mr. Charawut Ruangthong
    Charawut Ruangthong has extensive experience in engineering and management. he worked as an Instrument Engineer at TTCL Public Co. (2009-2018), then served as General Manager at GoodDay Engineering (2019-2024), and currently holds the position of Assistant He values innovation, efficiency, customer-centricity, and sustainability. He is particularly interested in expert planning, execution, and ensuring customer satisfaction in his projects.
  • Mr. Norio Asahara
    Regional R&D Director, Ezaki Glico Co.
    Mr. Norio Asahara
    Glico manufactures not only confectionery and ice cream, but also a wide range of food categories such as beverages, dairy products, processed foods and baby milk powder. Mr. ASAHARA is the director of research and development in Glico Asia Pacific. He is responsible for new business in Asia Pacific. He is responsible for new business in Asia Pacific.
  • Ms. Shiori Yamashita
    Manager, Japan Tobacco Inc.
    Ms. Shiori Yamashita
    Shiori Yamashita is a manager of D-LAB, the innovation hub of Japan Tobacco Inc. She is dedicated to finding partners who align with JT's purpose: "Fulfil Moments, Enrich Life.

    Since 2024, she has been co-leading the incubation program "D-0." with Leave a Nest, focusing on ventures in Southeast Asia. with Leave a Nest, focusing on ventures in Southeast Asia that shape future actions, values and lives.
  • Mr. Koushi Hasegawa
    Deputy General Manager, Health Science Business Division, Kirin Holdings Co.
    Mr. Koushi Hasegawa
    Licensed pharmacist with experience in pharmaceutical sales, marketing, and product lifecycle management in the renal field at Kyowa Kirin Co. After being seconded to Kirin Holdings Co., Ltd., engaged in new business development for patients with chronic kidney disease.
    Currently leads innovation in the health science domain.
  • Mr. Akihiro ISUMI
    Senior Technology Strategist, Soken Chemical & Engineering Co.
    Mr. Akihiro ISUMI
    Soken Group is a research-driven polymer manufacturer, specializing in a wide range of technologies from plant design to polymer development, including adhesives, particulates, coatings, and biomass materials. They actively seek collaboration opportunities such as technical partnerships and investments to leverage their diverse manufacturing technologies. They actively seek collaboration opportunities such as technical partnerships and investments to leverage their diverse manufacturing technologies.
    Mr. Akihiro ISUMI, a Senior Technology Strategist, has extensive experience in material development for regenerative medicine within the pharmaceutical industry. He primarily focuses on biotechnology, medical, and materials development. In addition, drawing from his experience as the General Manager directing international business at a medical device venture, he explores startups with scalable business models.
  • Mr. Daiki Kumamoto
    Executive Director, UntroD Asia Capital Pte.
    Mr. Daiki Kumamoto
    Daiki joined UntroD Capital Japan, which manages Real Tech Fund, in 2019 as the first new graduate hire and served as a Growth Manager, mainly investing into deep-tech startups in Southeast Asia. He invests in startups that bring solutions to care / welfare, serving as a director of aba; developing sensors for excretion detectors for elderly care. For investments in Southeast Asia, he is in charge of NDR Medical, Austrianova, Karana, ceEntek and many more. He was appointed as Executive Director of UntroD Capital Asia in 2023.

    Before joining the company, he was the president of the AIESEC, the largest NPO in Japan that commits in supporting young entrepreneurs globally.

    Graduated from Keio SFC University with a bachelor in management.
FINALIST
  • InnoPhytoTech
    Revolutionary enzyme technology to convert fruit sugar into prebiotics.

    Theme:.
    Revolutionary enzyme technology to convert fruit sugar into prebiotics.

  • Dia Herbs
    Science-backed Thai herbal instant drink for blood sugar control.

    Theme:.
    Science-backed Thai herbal instant drink for blood sugar control.

  • Nanozeree
    Enhancing targeted probiotic and prebiotic deliveries through nanoencapsulation.

    Theme:.
    Enhancing targeted probiotic and prebiotic deliveries through nanoencapsulation.

  • Scentory
    Smart aroma release technology transforms every meal into unforgettable sensory journey.

    Theme:.
    Smart aroma release technology transforms every meal into an unforgettable sensory journey.

  • VCat
    Upcycling solar waste into valuable nano-silica and customized catalysts for sustainable industry.

    Theme:.
    Upcycling solar waste into valuable nano-silica and customized catalysts for sustainable industry.

  • Re-Bonding
    SalvaStory: Bio-coating solution for paper preservation.

    Theme:.
    SalvaStory: Bio-coating solution for paper preservation.

  • GreenGen
    Decentralised system that converts food waste into biogas and bio-nutrients.

    Theme:.
    Decentralised system that converts food waste into biogas and bio-nutrients.

  • Riffai
    Next-generation Earth observation through AI and hyperspectral satellite imaging.

    Theme:.
    Next-generation Earth observation through AI and hyperspectral satellite imaging.

  • Enable Earth
    Valorizing agricultural wastes using AI logistics and industrial continuous pyrolysis.

    Theme:.
    Valorizing agricultural wastes using AI logistics and industrial continuous pyrolysis.

LIGHTNING TALK
Team Theme Representative
Algae Deep Tech Co. Microcap, improving indoor air quality with algae technology Ratchaya Monteerarat
AI WoundAssessment AI-assisted wound assessment, Addressing the challenge of inconsistent wound assessment and delayed healing monitoring. Treerat Vacharanukrauh
Chalupas and Company Ltd High-quality textile alternatives by upcycling agricultural waste using proprietary enzymatic treatment. Thapat Sunpongsri
Floatmeal Co. Microbiome mediated effecient Wolffia protein production technology. Kamal Shuvro Sajjad
Inspection Technology Co. InSpectra: AI-powered Structural Damage Inspection Phromphat Thansirichaisree
Mush Composites Mycelium Materials for sustainable building materials Paul Songdechakraiwut
NEWS
ANNOUNCING THE PARTNERS AND ESTEEMED JUDGES FOR TECH PLANTER ASIA FINAL 2025
2025/08/17 ANNOUNCING THE PARTNERS AND ESTEEMED JUDGES FOR TECH PLANTER ASIA FINAL 2025
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  • English News
  • Indonesia
  • Malaysia
  • Philippines
  • Singapore
  • Thailand
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InnoPhytoTech crowned as Grand Winner of TECH PLANTER in Thailand 2025!
2025/07/25 InnoPhytoTech crowned as Grand Winner of TECH PLANTER in Thailand 2025!
  • English News
  • Thailand
Tech Planter Thailand 2025 is happening tomorrow!
2025/07/18 Tech Planter Thailand 2025 is happening tomorrow!
  • Thailand
Announcing the Judges and Partners of TECH PLANTER in Thailand 2025
2025/07/18 Announcing the Judges and Partners of TECH PLANTER in Thailand 2025
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