Dr. Yanawut Uttaruk earned his Ph.D. in Biology in 2011 from Khon Kaen University, his Master's degree in Zoology in 2002 from Chulalongkorn University, and his Bachelor's degree in Biology in 1998 from Mahasarakham University. He is currently a Lecturer in the Department of Biology at the Faculty of Science, Mahasarakham University, located in Maha Sarakham, Thailand. His research focuses on conservation biology and biodiversity, with a particular emphasis on climate change. His work includes the application of geoinformatics for forest ecosystem management and the management of greenhouse gases within the forestry and agricultural sectors.