Curriculumn Vitae

Dr.Nadnapang Phophichit

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International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC) 
Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU)
79 Moo1, Lamsai, Wang-noi Phra Nakorn Si Ayutthaya 13170, Thailand 

E-mail: [email protected] 

1. Personal Information and Current Position

Name: Dr. Nadnapang Phophichit
Occupation: Full-time Lecturer
Current Position: Director, Certificate in Mindfulness Master Program (International Program)
Affiliation: International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC), Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU)
Office Address: | International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC) 79 Moo 1, Phahonyothin Road, Lam Sai, Wang Noi District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13170, Thailand
E-mail: | [email protected]

 

2. Educational Background 

Abbhidhamma Studies, Chula Abbhidhamika Tri
2019: Doctoral Degree | Ph.D. (Buddhist Studies), International Program | Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University | Thailand
2016:  Master’s Degree | M.A. (Buddhist Psychology) | Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University | Thailand
2023:  Bachelor’s Degree | B.Sc. (Clinical and Community Psychology) | Ramkhamhaeng University | Thailand
2012: Bachelor’s Degree | B.A. (Tourism Industry), First Class Honors, International Program | Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University | Thailand


3. Working Experience

September 2024 – Present:     

Director, Certificate in Mindfulness Master Program (International Program)
 International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC),
 Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University

November 2021 – 2024: 

Director of Graduate Studies Program
 Master of Arts in Peace Studies (International Program)
 International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC),
 Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University 

August 2021 – Present:

Full-time Lecturer
 International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC),
 Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University

May 2021 – Present:

Guest Lecturer
 School of Liberal Arts, Mae Fah Luang University

July 2020 – Present:

English News Reporter
 MCU TV, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University 

July 2016 – Present:

Guest Lecturer
 Faculty of Buddhism, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University 

April 2014 – January 2015:

Personal Tutor
 Wall Street English Institute 

March 2013 – Present:

Licensed Tourist Guide (Domestic) and Tour Leader (International)

October 2012 – March 2014:

English Grammar Teacher (Grades 7–10)
 Sarasas Witaed Thonburi School, Bangkok, Thaialnd

4. Training Experience 

Dec 2022 – Mar 2023: 

Practicum Work in Clinical and Community Psychology 

The Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division, Police General Hospital 

 

5. Awards and Honors 

New Generation Researcher Award, 

Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (2025)
Awarded for outstanding research achievements at the 138th Anniversary Celebration of MCU 

Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Research and Academic Achievement, 

International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (2025) 

Awarded for outstanding research achievements and Scopus-indexed publications in Buddhist Studies and Mindfulness. 

6. Academic Publications and Scholarly Works

1. Phophichit, Nadnapang, and Máté  Metzger. 2026. “Quality Estimation of AI-Driven Translations of Ancient Buddhist Scriptures: A Multi-Model Automated Translation and Evaluation Framework.” Digital Scholarship in the Humanities. Oxford: Oxford University Press. | SCOPUS Q1 | Accepted, under publication

2. Phan, Thi Tho, Hansa Dhammahaso, and Nadnapang Phophichit. 2026. “Effects of Right Mindfulness (sammā-sati) on Ameliorating Burnout and Promoting Well-Being for Vietnamese Employees in Japan.” Spirituality Studies (Spring): 3–25. | SCOPUS Q2 | Accepted, under publication

3. Phophichit, Nadnapang, Phramaha Phuen Kittisobhano, W. Abhinandavedi, Phra Dhirabhaddo, and Nattapong Penprachoom. 2025. “SabaiJai: A Buddhist AI Chatbot Innovation for Stress Resilience in Thailand’s Working-Aged Population.” Thammasat Review 28, no. 1: 70–100. | SCOPUS Q1 | https://sc01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/tureview/article/view/241008

4. Phophichit, Nadnapang, Phramaha Phuen Kittisobhano, Phra Anando, Phra Pariyattidhari, Wimon Jeungprasopsuk, Thanyarat Khaokhiew, and Sakchai Sakabucha. 2025. “Effects of the Four Foundations of Mindfulness-Based Intervention (FFMBI) on Salivary Cortisol Levels, Body Composition, Blood Pressure and Pulse Rate, and Brain Waves of Practitioners.” Spirituality Studies 11, no. 1: 19–39. | SCOPUS Q2 | https://www.spirituality-studies.org/dp-volume11-issue1-spring2025/19/

5. Phophichit, Nadnapang. 2025. “Enhancing Emotional Resilience Through Vipassanā Meditation Practice.” Journal of Buddhist Psychology 10 (6): 1010–1022. | TCI 2 | https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jbp/article/view/281136/192418

6. Dhammahaso, Hansa, and Nadnapang Phophichit. 2025. “Mindfulness-Based Learning (MBL) Process: A Case Study of PhD Students in the Innovative Mindfulness and Peace Studies Program at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University.” In Publications of the 20th United Nations Day of Vesak (UNDV) Celebrations and International Buddhist Conference, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, May 5–7, 2025, 957–967. Ho Chi Minh City: Hong Duc Publishing House. | International Journal   | https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1oHnWBIkcCOCc-DjQdSekUmIN52kgnO-J?usp=sharing

7. Phra Maha Nanthawit Kaewbutdee, Porntip Kettrakul, and Nadnapang Phophichit. 2025. “New Generation Back to Hometown: Creating a Network of Local Innovators for Local Hometown Community Development.” Journal for Community Development and Life Quality 13, no. 2 (May–August): 229–242. | TCI 2   | https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/JCDLQ/article/view/273263

8. Phramaha Somphong Khunakaro, Neminda, Nguyen Anh Tuan, Frank Hoffman, Nadnapang Phophichit, and Sakchai Sakabucha. 2024. “Establishing a Model of the Harmony of Religious Diversity in the 21st Century.” Library Progress International 44, no. 3: 6681–6689. | SCOPUS Q4 | https://bpasjournals.com/library-science/index.php/journal/article/view/1684/1069

9. Irawan, D., Nadnapang Phophichit, and P. W. Abhinandavedi. 2024. “The Process of Promoting Peace through Buddhist Peaceful Means for Undergraduate Students of Jinarakkhita Buddhist College, Indonesia.” The Journal of International Buddhist Studies College 10, nos. 1–2: 196–211. | TCI 2   | https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ibsc/article/view/279919 

10. Vuttinunt, Pasu, and Nadnapang Phophichit. 2021. “Counseling Approach Based on Behavioral Theory.” Journal of Buddhist Psychology 6, no. 1 (May): 9–18. | TCI 1   | https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jbp/article/view/250016

11. Boonpen, K., P. Kowitwarangkul, P. Ninpetch, Nadnapang Phophichit, P. Chuchuay, T. Threrujirapapong, and S. Otarawanna. 2021. “Numerical Study of the Influence of Casting Speed on Fluid Flow Characteristics in a Four-Strand Tundish.” In Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Smart Materials and Nanotechnology, Pattaya, Thailand, December 1–4, 2020. Materials Today: Proceedings: 1–7. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2021.03.465 | SCOPUS Q2 | https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214785321025207 

12. Lakkum, S., P. Ninpetch, Nadnapang Phophichit, P. Kowitwarangkul, A. Tawai, and S. Otarawanna. 2020. “Numerical and Physical Investigation of the Mixing Process in a Gas-Stirred Ladle System.” Applied Science and Engineering Progress: 1–13. https://doi.org/10.14416/j.asep.2020.07.001 | SCOPUS Q2 | https://ph02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ijast/article/view/244830 

13. Phophichit, Nadnapang. 2019. “The Effects of Buddhist Psychological Factors on the Resilience of Adolescents in Bangkok.” Journal of the International Association of Buddhist Universities 12, no. 1 (January–June): 353–368. | International Journal   | https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/Jiabu/article/download/217159/150695/696057 

14. Phophichit, Nadnapang. 2017. “Buddhist Psychological Factors Related to the Resilience of Adolescents in Bangkok.” Journal of MCU Peace Studies 5, no. 1 (January–April): 253–263.       | TCI 1   | https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/journal-peace/article/view/79275/63377

15. Phophichit, Nadnapang. 2019. “Buddhism and Human Development: Buddhist-Influenced Factors Enabling Resilience in Adolescents.” Journal of the International Association of Buddhist Universities 11, no. 3 (January–June): 154–164. | International Journal   | https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/Jiabu/article/view/219104/151683

16. Phramaha Phuen Kittisobhano, Sakchai Sakabucha, Phrakrusanggharak Ekkapat Abhichando, and Nadnapang Phophichit. 2022. “The Causal Model of Family Strength in Thai Society.” Journal of MCU Peace Studies 10, no. 1 (January–February): 351–364.  | TCI 1   | https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/journal-peace/article/view/247034 

17. Phramaha Hansa Dhammahāso, Phrakrupalad Adisak Vajirapañño, Sakchai Sakabucha, and Nadnapang Phophichit. 2022. “A Model of the ‘Khok Nong Na’ Buddhist Agriculture Development Based on the Peace Studies Model for Sustainable Development: A Case Study of Sisaket Province.” Journal of MCU Peace Studies 10, no. 1 (January–February): 48–64. | TCI 1   | https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/journal-peace/article/view/257828/172535

18. Phramaha Hansa Dhammahaso, Phrakrupalad Adisak Pimnon, Sakchai Sakabucha, and Nadnapang Phophichit. 2022. “The Concept of the ‘Khok Nong Na Model’ for Sustainable Development.” Journal of Arts Management 6, no. 1 (January–March): 418–434. | TCI 1   | https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jam/article/view/254107

19. Phramaha Yohthin Yodhiko, Thaksina Krairach, Ruedee Saengdeunchay, and Nadnapang Phophichit. 2020. “Creating Buddhist Ecological Balance and Maintaining Natural Capital of Community Forest Networks in the Northeast of Thailand.” Journal of Social Sciences and Buddhist Anthropology 5, no. 12 (December): 30–43. | TCI 1   | https://so04.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/JSBA/article/download/247159/168304/868783

20. Phra Nattakrit Udomphon, Kannikar Khawngern, Soontaraporn Techapalokul, Nadnapang Phophichit, and Chompoonuch Changcharoen. 2019. “Motivation of Volunteers toward Group Monk Ordination for Dedicating Merit during the Royal Cremation Ceremony of the Late King.” Journal of Saengkhomkham Buddhist Studies 4, no. 1 (January–June): 30–41. | TCI 1   | https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jsbs/article/view/243198/164974 

 
7. Research Projects

1. Buddhist Innovative Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Enhancing Mental Well-Being among the Thai Diaspora in Budapest, Hungary | Principal Investigator  (A Collaborative Research Project between Dharma Gate Buddhist College, Budapest, Hungary, and Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU), Thailand) | Thailand Science, Research and Innovation (TSRI) | 2027

2. Effects of the Four Foundations of Mindfulness-Based Intervention (FFMBI) on Moral Conduct (Sīla) Concentration (Samādhi) and Wisdom (Paññā) among European Practitioners | Co-Researcher  (A Collaborative Research Project between Dharma Gate Buddhist College, Budapest, Hungary, and Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU), Thailand) | Graduate School, MCU   | 2026

3. SabaiJai Pro: Advanced Buddhist Innovative AI Chatbot based on Buddhist Psychology for Enhancing Stress Resilience in in Undergraduate Students | Principal Investigator |  IBSC | 2025

4. Quality Estimation of AI-Driven Translations of Ancient Buddhist Scriptures: A Multi-Model Automated Translation and Evaluation Framework | Principal Investigator | MCU | 2025

5. Effects of Four Foundations of Mindfulness-Based Intervention (FFMBI) on the Mindfulness Levels of International Practitioners   | Principal Investigator  (A Collaborative Research Project between Dharma Gate Buddhist College, Budapest, Hungary, and Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU), Thailand) | IBSC | 2025

6. Effects of Four Foundations of Mindfulness-Based Intervention (FFMBI) on the Mental Well-being of Hungarian Practitioners: A Case Study of Hungarian Students at Dharma Gate Buddhist College, Budapest, Hungary | Co-Researcher | IBSC | 2025

7. Effects of Four Foundations of Mindfulness-Based Intervention (FFMBI) on salivary cortisol levels, body composition, blood pressure and pulse rate, and brain waves of practitioners    | Principal Investigator | IBSC | 2024

8. Chatbot Innovation for Enhancing Stress Resilience based on Buddhist Psychology in Working-Aged People | Principal Investigator | Thailand Science, Research and Innovation (TSRI) | 2024

9. Model of Vipassana Meditation Practice for Psychological Well-being Empowerment in Elderly Women   | Co-Researcher | IBSC | 2024

10. New Generation Back to Hometown: Creating a Network of Local Innovators for Local Hometown Community Development   | Co-Researcher | Thailand Science, Research and Innovation (TSRI) | 2024

11. The Model of Mindfulness Practice on Well-Being of Students in International Buddhist Studies College, Mahachulalongkorn-rajavidyalaya University   | Co-Researcher | IBSC | 2024

12. Establishing a Model of the Harmony of Religious Diversity in 21st Century   | Co-Researcher | IBSC | 2023

13. A Model of the ‘Khok Nong Na’ Buddhist Agriculture Development Based on the Peace Studies Model for Sustainable Development: A Case Study of Sisaket Province   | Co-Researcher | MCU | 2021

14. The Causal Model of Family Strength in Thai Society   | Co-Researcher | MCU | 2020

15. Creating Buddhist Ecological Balance and Maintaining Natural Capital of Community Forest Networks in the Northeast of Thailand   | Co-Researcher | MCU | 2019

H-index          4

H-index          https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=IFOfBLwAAAAJ&hl=en 

Citation          36

 

8. Teaching Experience 

  • 2025-2026 – Teaching Mindfulness Techniques, The Certificate Program in MIndfulness Master, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 2025-2026 – Advanced English for Mindfulness Master, The Certificate Program in MIndfulness Master, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 2025-2026 – Introductory English for Mindfulness Master, The Certificate Program in MIndfulness Master, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 2025-2026 – Mindfulness and Brain, The Certificate Program in MIndfulness Master, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 2025-2026 – Buddhist Peaceful Means, Ph.D. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 2024-2026 – Advanced Research for Innovatie Mindfulness and Peace Studies, Ph.D. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 2024-2026 – Research and Designed Process of Innovation for Mindfulness and Peace, MA. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 2024-2026 – Mindfulness Therapy, MA. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 2024-2026 – Mindfulness and Psychology of Perception and Cognition, Ph.D. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 2024-2026 – Mindfulness, Brain, and Psychology for Peace, MA. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 2024-2026 – English Pronunciation, Ed.D. Students, Faculty of Education, MCU  (in English) 
  • 2024-2026 – Academic Listerning and Speaking, M.Ed. Students, Faculty of Education, MCU  (in English) 
  • 2024-2026 – Teaching Skills for Translation, M.Ed. Students, Faculty of Education, MCU  (in English) 
  • 1/2023-1/2025 – Psychology in Daily Life, B.A. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 1/2023-1/2025 – Principles of Psychology, B.A. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 1/2023  – Mindfulness for Sustainable Peace, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English) 
  • 1/2023-1/2024  – Teaching English through the World Today, M.Ed. Students, Faculty of Education, MCU  (in English) 
  • 1/2022-2/2024  – Mindfulness for Emotional Intelligence Development, M.A. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU  (in English) 
  •  2/2021-2/2024 – English for Communication, B.A. Students, Faculty of Buddhism, MCU (in English) 
  •  1/2022 – Statistics in Psychology, B.A. Students, Faculty of Humanities, MCU (in Thai) 
  •  1/2022 – Advanced English Pronunciation, B.A. Students, Faculty of Humanities, MCU  (in English)
  • 1/2020-1/2023 – English for Tipitaka Studies, Ph.D., M.A. Students, Faculty of Buddhism, MCU (in Thai) 
  • 2/2020 – Psychology in Daily Life, B.A. Students, Mae Fah Luang University (in English) 
  • 1/2020-1/2021 – English, Ph.D., M.A. Students, Faculty of Buddhism, MCU (in Thai) 
  • 1/2020-1/2021 –Buddhism and Social Work, B.A. Students, Faculty of Buddhism, MCU (in English) 
  • 1/2017-1/2025 – Buddhism and Ecology, B.A. Students, Faculty of Buddhism, MCU (in English) 
  • 2/2020 – Advanced English, B.A. Students, Faculty of Buddhism, MCU (in Thai) 
  • 2/2020 – Buddhism and Human Rights, B.A. Students, Faculty of Buddhism, MCU (in English) 
  • 1/2019-2/2020 – Religion and Women’s Status, B.A. Students, Faculty of Buddhism, MCU (in English) 
  • 1/2020 – Social Studies for Human Development, B.A. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English)
  • 1/2020 – History of Buddhim, B.A. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English)
  • 2/2019 – Buddhism and Women, B.A. Students, Faculty of Buddhism, MCU (in English)
  • 2/2019 – English for Academic Writing, Ph.D. & M.A. Students, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering, KMUTNB (inThai)
  • 1/2019 – Pre Sessional English Program, Ph.D., M.A., B.A. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English)
  • 1/2018 – Buddha’s Life Studies, B.A. Students, International Buddhist Studies College, MCU (in English)

 

9. Volunteer Work

2018- Present: Volunteer, English translator for a Group of MBA Students and Lecturers from the Lauder Institute, University of Pennsylvania, USA, Vipassana Meditation Retreat, Wat Bhaddhanta Asabharam, Chonburi, Thailand.



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