Asst. Prof. Serm Surapinit currently serves as Head of the Medical Technology Program at the University of Phayao. He leads curriculum development, strategic planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration to advance the quality of allied health education. His leadership emphasizes innovation, academic rigor, and preparing students for evolving roles in healthcare. His research interests span natural product chemistry, drug discovery, analytical chemistry, and AI applications in clinical diagnostics. He has contributed to the discovery of bioactive compounds from Thai medicinal plants, including furanocoumarins, alkaloids, triterpenes, xanthones, and oligostilbenes, with demonstrated anti-platelet, antioxidant, and lipoxygenase-inhibitory effects. A notable research focus includes the neuroprotective properties of pinostrobin, a flavonoid from Boesenbergia rotunda, shown to enhance memory, reduce oxidative stress, and promote nerve regeneration in preclinical models. Currently, his work centers on the development of AI-powered, paper-based diagnostic tools for self-monitoring of chronic kidney disease (CKD). By combining colorimetric assays with smartphone image analysis, his research supports low-cost, accessible screening technologies for early CKD detection—particularly in underserved communities. In teaching, Asst. Prof. Serm promotes problem-based learning, digital integration, and ethical professionalism. He encourages students to explore the intersection of science and technology, equipping them with the skills and mindset to lead in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.