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SRI collaborating with Thai university on sustainable natural rubber research

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Dr Toshio Tada, head of SRI’s next-generation materials R&D office (left) & Dr Thidarut Boonmars, vice-president of Khon Kaen University (Photo: SRI)

Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. (SRI) has commenced a collaborative research venture with Khon Kaen University, focusing on advancing techniques in rubber tree tissue culture. The Falken tyre brand manufacturer formalised this agreement at a signing ceremony held at the university’s campus in Thailand.

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