AIT Campus Bulletin

2) Doctoral Final Examination

Email from the Registry Unit, Office of Student Affairs on 15 September 2023

Mr. Chalermpol Wangsomcholk (120777), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Climate Change and Sustainable Development, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources and Development, will have his final examination on 25 September 2023 (Monday) at 10:30 hrs in Room S101 (SERD Meeting Room). His dissertation title is " The Impact of Warmer Sea Surface Temperatures on Gross Primary Production in the Southeast Asia Region  ".

The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:

Prof. Rajendra P. Shrestha (Chairperson)

Dr. Sarawut Ninsawat (Member)

Dr. Ekbordin Winijkul (Member)

All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.

3) Gentle reminder: Invitation to the webinar on "How patents help startup to grow and stay competitive?" 

4) World Tourism Day 2023 Webinar – Call for Participation

We are excited to invite you to the World Tourism Day 2023 Webinar, hosted by the Agribusiness Management, the Asian Institute of Technology. This seminar will highlight 'Exploring Agro-Tourism: A Sustainable Approach’ and promises to be an enriching experience.

Date: September 27, 2023 from 11AM – 12PM

Location: Online (Zoom)

Link: https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/98183481798?pwd=L0hTRFBLRG81dkNldit0cVRxMzJz...

Brief Introduction

In a world where responsible and sustainable travel practices are becoming increasingly vital, agro-tourism emerges as a beacon of hope, connecting travelers with nature, culture, and communities while preserving the environment. Through this webinar, we explore the profound impact of agro-tourism on sustainable travel. Together, we will delve into the harmonious relationship between agriculture, tourism, and conservation, discovering how these elements intertwine to create a more sustainable and enriching way to explore our world. Get ready to be inspired by talks of our speakers. Join us as we plow through the fields of knowledge and sow the seeds of change, nurturing a greener, more sustainable tomorrow for travelers and the planet alike. Welcome to a webinar that celebrates the art of agriculture in tourism, where sustainability is the fruit of the journey.

Mark your calendars and see you on the World Tourism Day. We look forward to your participation in this inspiring event.

5) Survey to Calculate Carbon Emissions emitted by commuting to AIT - AIT's Net Zero Commitment
Email from the Director of OSC on 21 September 2023

Dear AIT Community,

This is our second gentle reminder to fill out the survey form. As AIT embarks to be a net zero campus by 2030, sincere participation, commitment, and involvement of the AIT community is one of the key driving factors to achieving the target.

Unfortunately, to date, we have not even received inputs from 10% of the AIT community members. As mentioned in my earlier email we encourage maximum inputs to calculate more accurate emissions due to transportation. The survey will be closed on 27 September 2023.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4DSrfjS2eQlnYM4-ZRomSZOisYbsD...

Note: The above link can be accessed only through AIT email.

We look forward to your input, we assure you that it will take less than 2 min to fill out the survey form.

6) AIT NSTDA Friendship Bridge Architectural Design Competition - Unleash Your Creativity!

Email from the Director of OSC on 22 September 2023.

Dear AIT Community and Partner Organizations,

We are delighted to announce the launch of the AIT NSTDA Friendship Bridge Architectural Design Competition, a significant step in our journey towards sustainability and our vision of transforming AIT into a fully-fledged botanical garden campus, with a Net Zero target by 2030.

A crucial element of this transformative endeavor is the construction of a signature Wooden Bridge that will strategically link AIT to the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) Thailand Science Park. AIT is situated adjacent to the NSTDA Thailand Science Park, Thailand's largest science and technology research park, and in close proximity to Thammasat University. With the current AIT status of a 'Science and Technology Park' by the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI), the Wooden Bridge project symbolizes our commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and sustainability by physically connecting our campus to NSTDA. We aim to invite Thailand's top scientists, enterprises, and entrepreneurs to actively participate in our sustainable campus initiatives.

We invite all architects, designers, and creative minds to participate in the AIT NSTDA Friendship Bridge Architectural Design Competition. This competition provides a unique platform for you to showcase your innovative and sustainable bridge designs. We encourage you to consider not only the functional aspects but also the aesthetic and environmental dimensions of the bridge. The flyer is attached for your reference.

Please feel free to forward this invitation to the prospective designers who might be interested in participating in the design competition.

Key Competition Details:

Submission Deadline: 22 October 2023

Prize: 30,000 THB and honor of designer's name inscribed on the bridge

Guidelines: click here 

Submission: click here

Your participation will play a vital role in shaping the future of AIT and advancing our commitment to sustainability.

Let's collaborate to create a more sustainable and connected future. If you have any questions or require additional information about the competition,

please do not hesitate to contact director-osc@ait.ac.th.

Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication to AIT's sustainable vision.