“DeepGI” Shortlisted for THE Awards Asia 2026

The project “DeepGI: Real-Time AI-Assisted Endoscopy for Colorectal Cancer Prevention,” a medical artificial intelligence innovation developed through a collaboration between the Faculty of Engineering and the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, has been shortlisted for the international THE Awards Asia 2026 in the category Research Project of the Year: STEM. The shortlist was announced on January 20, 2026. 

The winner will be announced at the THE Asia Universities Summit 2026, scheduled to take place on April 22, 2026, at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China. 

DeepGI is an AI innovation designed to assist physicians during colonoscopy and gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures. It can detect and classify abnormal tissue in real time with an accuracy exceeding 90%, enhancing the efficiency of screening and prevention of colorectal cancer, which is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. 

Being shortlisted for this award attests to the strength of Chulalongkorn University’s integrated research between engineering and medical sciences. The project demonstrates the ability to translate academic knowledge into practical applications and to create positive impacts on public health systems and society at the international level. 

THE Awards Asia, organized by Times Higher Education (THE), recognize higher education institutions across Asia for excellence in academic achievement, management, and contributions to communities and society. Each year, awards are presented across 10 categories. 

More details about DeepGI and the shortlisted projects for THE Awards Asia 2026 can be found at: https://theawardsasia.com/2026/en/page/shortlist 

Read more at: https://www.chula.ac.th/en/news/284584/