Chulalongkorn University’s herbarium supports research, forensic investigations, and biodiversity conservation with over 20,000 plant specimens.
KUALA LUMPUR: The Professor Kasin Suvatabhandhu Herbarium at Chulalongkorn University plays a crucial role in plant research and identification in Thailand.Operated by the Department of Botany, the herbarium has become a key resource for academic and forensic applications.Parinyanoot Klinratana, a Chulalongkorn University Science Service Officer, explained how plant materials from crime scenes are analysed to trace their origins.
With over 20,000 specimens, the collection supports biodiversity studies and industries like food and pharmaceuticals.The herbarium aids in detecting invasive species and provides critical data for forensic investigations.Its work highlights how plant materials can serve as evidence in criminal cases or environmental assessments.By maintaining a national plant database, the herbarium supports Thailand’s conservation efforts and regulatory compliance.
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