WEEK 50, 18 - 24 November 2024

In this issue:

A. Announcements 

B. Workshops/ Conferences

C. Visitors/ MoU/ Agreement Signing 

D. Faculty & Staff Travel

E. Classified (Job)

 

A. Announcement

 

1) Invitation to Celebrate World Toilet Day 2024: Sanitation for Peace

 

Email sent on behalf of the Global Water and Sanitation Center on 18 November 2024

 

Dear AIT Community,

 

We are pleased to invite you to celebrate World Toilet Day 2024: Sanitation for Peace with an inspiring exhibition hosted by the Global Water & Sanitation Center (GWSC) with support from AIT International School (AITIS).

 

Date: November 14–19, 2024

 

Venue: AIT Conference Center Lobby (AITCC)

 

This exhibition showcases the innovative ideas of AITIS students, highlighting creativity, solutions, and inclusivity in water and sanitation.

 

For more information, please scan the QR code in the attached banner or follow our social media channels for updates.

 

May be a doodle of map, poster and text that says "Celobrating UN WATER 19 November WORLD TOILET DAY 2024 Sanitation for peace The Global Water & & Sanitation Center invites you to experience an inspiring exhibition at AITCC, where the innovative ideas of AITIS students take center stage! Join us from November to 9t celebrate creativity, solutions, and inclusivity. Together, let's make a difference in water and sanitation for everyone. And remember, "May the Toilet be with you!" GWSC Global Vater aler&S Sanitation Canter Center Follow our social media for updates on this event! AIT INTERNATIONALS SCHOOL"

 

 

2) Invitation to the webinar on "Power Up Your Productivity: Leveraging Generative AI for Innovation" on 20 November 2024

 

AIT Extension is pleased to invite you to the webinar on "Power Up Your Productivity: Leveraging Generative AI for Innovation" by Mr. Carl Boutet on Wednesday, 20 November 2024, at 9:30 am.- Bangkok time.
 
Looking forward to welcoming you to the webinar.
 
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3) Register Now- to join the Conclave on Business Incubation organized by VPAA -28 Nov.

I am so pleased to invite you to attend our upcoming event titled "Industry Academia International Business Incubation Conclave IAIBIC 2024" scheduled for the 28th of November at AITCC.
 
This conclave aims to promote partnerships under the BOI STP @ AIT and will featurePlenary talks, panel and round table discussions on industry innovation needs, focusing on business opportunities through academia-industry collaboration, entrepreneurship challenges, and solutions. Key stakeholders – policymakers, investors, academicians, researchers, and industry representatives – will come together to discuss themes relevant to business and innovation. The event offers participants an excellent opportunity to connect with researchers, fostering potential research partnerships, supporting entrepreneurship, and expanding collaborative opportunities across public and private sectors.  
 
Participation for AIT faculty is complimentary. I appeal for your participation to make a new ecosystem in AIT for"work based education"  promoting business incubation and startups. Right now, we have 1 startups under BOI -STP in AIT and hope it adds many more in future so that many of our colleagues and students can engage in extending their research into business and entrepreneurship opportunities. 
We will also have two more events to  celebrate:
a) Celebration of "Green Gown Award" to AIT
B) Launching of AIT Research Report 2023
We would be happy to have you join us at this event! Please refer to the attached agenda for more details, and kindly click here for registration by 21 November 2024 to help us make proper arrangements.

Event Details:

  • Date:  Thursday, 28 November 2024
  • Time: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Venue:  AIT Conference Center

We look forward to your participation and support in making the inaugural edition of this conclave a success. You can email me any suggestions and contribute to make it a grand success. Website: https://iaibic.ait.ac.th/

4) Online RNUS Seminar series 3/2024, 29 Nov 2024, 1.30pm

Email from the Regional Network Office for Urban Safety, School of Engineering and Technology on 13 November 2024.

Dear all,
 

We are pleased to invite you to attend ONLINE RNUS SEMINAR SERIES 3/2024 jointly organized by RNUS (SET) and The University of Tokyo (OHOW-IIS).

The seminar will be held on Friday 29 Nov 2024 via zoom online

Time 13:30 PM -14:30 PM (Bangkok  time)

Date 29th November 2024

Topic of seminar

(1) Prof. Miho Ohara (Professor, Institute of Industrial Science, the University of Tokyo)
Topic: How can Online Environment Enhance Flood Disaster Risk Reduction?
Time: 13:30 pm ~14:00 pm

(2) Asso.Prof.Dr.Seree Supratid (Director of Climate Change and Disaster Center, Rangsit University)

Topic : Development of Regional Hazard Platform Interactively through Web Application
Time: 14:00 pm ~14:30 pm

 

Registration:

https://forms.gle/nFqNS1fYgDfikDzQA

If you are interested, please register through the given link below; 

RNUS website 

Regional Network Office for Urban Safety - RNUS (ait.ac.th)

Participation at the event is free of charge.

Please see the details of the event below.

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5) Get Ready for a "Futuristic" Fancy Dress Competition!

 

Dear AIT Family (Faculty and Staff), 

 

As we gear up for this year's Year-End Party, we’ve got something out of this world planned for you! 

 

We’re thrilled to announce that during our upcoming Year End Party, we’ll host a Fancy Dress Competition with an exciting “FUTURISTIC”! theme 

 

Think bold, think creative, robots, space travelers, neon vibes, AI-inspired looks, any future-forward fashion, or whatever your imagination can dream up for the future! This is your chance to shine like a supernova! 

 

Why join the fun?

 

  • Exciting Prizes for the best dressed and show-stopping costumes!
  • Bragging Rights for being the most creative in the future!
  • Get your moment in the spotlight!  
  • A chance to make this year’s party even more memorable!

How to Join: Click here and register by 29 November 2024

So, polish your space boots, charge up your gadgets, and let your creativity blast off!  The future is waiting, and it’s going to look incredible on you!

 

We’re looking forward to an epic celebration with you all.

 

Cheers!

 

Office of Human Resources Services

 

6) Mr. Akkarapon Chaiyana (121616) - Doctoral Final Examination

Mr. Akkarapon Chaiyana (121616), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Engineering in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems, Department of  Information and Communication Technologies, School of Engineering and Technology, will have his final examination on 22 November 2024 (Friday) at 09:00 hrs in Room W208, RSGIS Meeting Room. His dissertation title is "Spatio-Temporal Mapping and Prediction Cassava Mosaic Disease (CMD) Integrating Remote Sensing Data-Driven Methods, Geospatial Techniques and In-Situ Observations."

The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:

Dr. Salvatore G.P. Virdis (Chairperson)

Dr. Noppadon Khiripet (Co-chairperson)

Dr. Sarawut Ninsawat (Member)

Dr. Mohana Sundaram Shanmugam (Member)

Dr. Wanwisa Siriwan (External Expert)

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

7) Ms. Raja Nivedha R (116481) - Doctoral Final Examination

Ms. Raja Nivedha R (116481), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Engineering in Energy, Department of Energy and Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources and Development, will have her final examination on 25 November 2024 (Monday) at 13:30 hrs by Zoom. Her dissertation title is "Inertial Emulator for Dynamic Performance Enhancement of a Power System with Variable Renewable Power Sources." 
 

The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:

 

Dr. Jai Govind Singh (Chairperson)

Prof. Weerakorn Ongsakul (Co-chairperson)

Prof. Shobhakar Dhakal (Member)

Dr. Ekbordin Winijkul (Member)

 

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

https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/97374311463?pwd=tJKgM8xQhfbbnsK8gly4MOnPcYMuW6.1

Meeting ID: 973 7431 1463
Passcode: 863194

8) Mr. Phanuphong Prajongkha (120592) - Doctoral Final Examination

Mr. Phanuphong Prajongkha (120592), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Transportation Engineering, Department of  Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering and Technology, will have his final examination on 25 November 2024 (Monday) at 13:00 hrs (Bangkok Time) by Zoom. His dissertation title is " Analysis of Safe Motorcycle-Following Distance to Prevent Rear-End Collisions."
 

The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:

 

Prof. Kunnawee Kanitpong (Chairperson

Dr. Surachet Pravinvongvuth (Member)

Dr. Djoen San Santoso (Member)

 

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

 

Join Zoom Meeting
https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/92568416493

Meeting ID: 925 6841 6493

 

 

9) Ms. Ansita Gupitakingkin Pradipta (122207) - Doctoral Final Examination

 

Ms. Ansita Gupitakingkin Pradipta (122207), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Engineering in Water Engineering and Management, Department of Water Resources and Environmental Engineering, School of Engineering and Technology, will have her final examination on 25 November 2024 (Monday) at 15:00 hrs (Bangkok Time) via Zoom. Her dissertation title is "The Impact of Climate Change on the Performance of Irrigation Sand Traps in a Volcanic River Basin, Indonesia."

 

The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:

 

Dr. Mohana Sundaram Shanmugam  (Chairperson)

Dr. Ho Huu Loc (Co-chairperson)

Prof. Sangam Shrestha (Member)

Dr. Salvatore G.P. Virdis (Member)

Dr. Edward Park (External Expert)

 

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

 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://thairen.zoom.us/j/68168053072

Meeting ID: 681 6805 3072

 

10) Mr. Nuttapong Promsorn (120601) - Doctoral Final Examination

 

Mr. Nuttapong Promsorn (120601), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the School of Management, will have his final examination on 27 November 2024 (Wednesday) at 09:00 hrs (Bangkok Time) by Zoom. His dissertation title is 'The Influence of Military Identity on Soldiers' Innovative Work Behavior: The Case for the Royal Air Armed Forces ."  
 
The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:
 
Prof. Yuosre F.M. Badir (Chairperson)
Dr. Willi Zimmermann (Member)
Dr. Thi Phuoc Lai Nguyen (Member)
 
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
 
Join Zoom Meeting  https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/94168606466?pwd=r9ZszRReW3aW4TtKDC88na2kwywfMp.1
Meeting ID: 941 6860 6466
Passcode: 931825
 
 
11) Ms. Jarunee Intrasook (122141) - Doctoral Final Examination
 
Ms. Jarunee Intrasook (122141), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Food Innovation, Nutrition and Health, Department of  Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources, School of Environment, Resources and Development, will have her final examination on 22 November 2024 (Friday) at 13:00 hrs in Room A116, AFE Building. Her dissertation title is "Analysis of Consumers' Expectations and Perceptions and Development of Food Safety Standards along with Regulatory Frameworks for Functional Beverages Containing Botanicals."

 

The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:

 

Prof. Anil Kumar Anal (Chairperson)

Dr. Loc Thai Nguyen (Member)

Dr. Takuji W. Tsusaka (Member)

 

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

12) Vacant shops for lease

Email from Purchasing Office on 4 November 2024

VACANT SHOPs available for lease:

  1. Laundry service, Dorm D
  2.  Ground Floor, Extension Building
  3.  Room C-132,  Institute Arcade
  4. 4 Food Stalls at the AIT Cafeteria

Terms and conditions are available in the attached TOR.

We would like to invite interested parties to submit their proposal to the Purchasing Office (purchasing@ait.ac.th)  no later than  30 November 2024.

For further information you may contact:-

 

  • Purchasing Office (for bidding details):

Email:  purchasing@ait.ac.th

 

Tel:  02 524 5027 - 9
  • Auxiliary Office (for TOR & shop requirements):

Email: bethc@ait.ac.th

 

Tel:  02-524 6323

 

 

 

 

 

  Workshops/ Trainings/ Conferences  
 
1) Invitation to a one-day Regenerative Agriculture Policy Dialogue, 25 Nov 2025, from 9am to 3.15pm, AIT MEB Auditorium
Email sent on behalf of Yunus Center on 18 November 2024
 
Dear AIT Faculty and Staff,
 
We are pleased to invite you to the Sustainable and Regenerative Agriculture Global Policy Dialogue, a prestigious event taking place on November 25, 2024, at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand.
 
About the Policy Dialogue
This flagship event brings together regional and global experts to share insights and develop actionable frameworks for regenerative agriculture. The dialogue is designed to: 
  • Foster Knowledge Exchange: Share data-driven insights and research findings. 
  • Build Capacity: Strengthen leadership and systems thinking to address agricultural challenges. 
  • Guide Policy Advancements: Identify policy gaps and propose meaningful, actionable solutions. 
  • Strengthen Collaboration: Create synergies among academia, industry, government, and civil society.
 
We would be honored to have you contribute to the discussions and inspire transformative solutions for sustainable agricultural systems.
 
Why Attend?
 
  • Collaborate and Network: Connect with renowned speakers and panelists from organizations such as the Yunus Rizq WEFnex Hub, Asian Development Bank (ADB), Kasetsart University, Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, and Mae Fah Luang Foundation.
  • Contribute to Global Policy: Engage in meaningful discussions to shape the future of regenerative agriculture.
 
Event Details
Date: November 25, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM (Bangkok Time)
Venue: Milton E. Benders Auditorium, AIT Extension Building, Pathum Thani, Thailand
 
We kindly invite you to join this important event. Register Here to confirm your participation. 
 
 
YRWH Sustainable and Regenerative Agriculture Policy Dialogue
 
For inquiries, reach out at rkh-wefnex@ait.asia. We look forward to your participation!
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2) Call for Participation: Trainings and Tutorials ICTAC 2024 on 25-26 November 2024

The ICTAC 2024 is pleased to invite you to participate in Training and Tutorials following details below:

Call for Participation: Trainings and Tutorials

(Part of ICTAC 2024: 21 st International Colloquium on Theoretical Aspects of Computing)

*** FREE REGISTRATION FOR PARTICIPATIONS IN THAILAND ***

*** BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP ***

Schedule: November 25-26, 2024

Venue: Computer Science Building, AIT, Pathum Thani, Thailand

Google Maps: https://bit.ly/48vP5pQ

Register Here: bit.ly/ictac2024

More Details: https://bit.ly/4f1ac5z

 3) The Industry Academia International Business Incubation Conclave (IAIBIC 2024)

Venue: Asian Institute of Technology Conference Center (AITCC), Thailand

Introduction
The Industry Academia International Business Incubation Conclave (IAIBIC 2024) aims to bridge the gap between academia, industry, and policy-making by fostering innovation, collaboration, and business incubation. This event, hosted by the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), is designed to inspire and empower startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators to establish their business ventures at AIT’s Science and Technology Park, with the support of leading stakeholders from various sectors.

Join us for an enriching two-day experience where you will engage with policymakers, investors, researchers, and industry leaders through plenary sessions, networking opportunities, and breakout discussions designed to ideate and incubate solutions for the industries of tomorrow.

Event Details

  • Dates: 28 – 29 November 2024
  • Venue: Asian Institute of Technology Conference Center (AITCC), Pathumthani, Thailand
  • Registration Period:
    • Early Bird Deadline: 25 October 2024 (50% discount)
    • Regular Registration Closes: 15 November 2024
    • Registration Opens: 16 August 2024

 

 

4) Invitation for "The 14th International Symposium on Southeast Asian Water Environment (SEAWE)-14", 3-5 Dec 2024, Malaysia

We are pleased to invite you to attend "The 14th International Symposium on Southeast Asian Water Environment (SEAWE)-14" organized by the University of Tokyo, 
which will be held during 3-5 December 2024 at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
 
The Southeast Asian Center for Water Environment Technology (SACWET) under the School of Environment, Resources and Development (SERD) is one of the co-organizers.
 
For those who are interested, please check out the details from this following website link.
 
 5) Green Industry Innovation and Development

About the program: 

  • Chongqing, a prominent industrial city in China, has extensive expertise in the advancement of green technologies and has evolved into a vital hub for green technology and international collaboration.
  • The program provides the opportunity to explore the advancements and innovations in China’s green industries through technical visits to over 20 Chongqing-based Chinese enterprises and engaging in discussions with local government departments, entrepreneurs, and experts. 
  • This trip aims to facilitate sharing experiences on environmental protection, energy transition, and climate change strategy between Chongqing and Southeast Asia, as well as fostering networks and collaborations for sustainable development.
  • AIT BRRC and Chongqing Renewable Energy Society (CRES) are jointly organizing this program. Both entities have been actively serving as international/regional platforms, establishing a strong capacity for collaborative and innovative activities to promote strong economic growth and sustainable development in the region.

Schedule: 

Day 1
Visit Chongqing Renewable Energy Society and Innovation & Industrial Park.
Seminar on Energy and Environmental Protection with Local Entrepreneurs.

Day 2
Visit Renewable Energy enterprises, PV Poverty Alleviation and Smart Manufacturing Vocational Education Projects.
Visit Local Environmental Protection Company for Wastewater treatment and monitoring.
Visit Local transportation infrastructure construction.

Day 3
Visit energy saving and AC industries, Smart lighting and distributed energy, Environmental industries.

Day 4 
Visit charging piles and energy storage devices industries.
Conclusion and discussion session. 
Sightseeing and Free activity.

Date and location: 9th to 12th, Dec. 2024, Chongqing, China

Registration: Including conference/seminar, local transport in Chongqing, meals, technical visits and translators.
AIT Alumni/Member: 10,000 THB (300 USD)
Non-AIT Alumni/Member:  15,000 TH (450 USD)          

Contacts: saitang@ait.asia , krishna.prakash.natarajan@ait.asia

Websites of organizers: http://brrc.ait.ac.th , http://www.cqres.org.cn/

 
 

C. Visitors/ MoU/ Agreement 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D. Faculty & Staff Travel

  • Prof. Weerakorn Ongsakul, Faculty, SERD/ Cambodia/ 20 - 23 November 2024
  • Dr. Jirawadee Polprasert, Faculty, SERD/Cambodia/  19 - 23 November 2024
  • Dr.Tanuijal Bora, Faculty of SET /India/  14 - 19 November 2024
  • Prof. Kyoko Kusakabe, Faculty of SERD/ Philippines/  28 November -2 December 2024
  • Prof.Nguyen Thi Kim Oanh, Faculty of SERD/Nepal/  9 - 17 November 2024
  • Prof.Weerakorn Ongsakul, Faculty of SERD/ Nakornnayok,Thailand/ 18 - 19 November 2024
  • Mr. Thaung Htut Aung, Executive Director of AIT Solution/ Delhi, India/ 8 - 15 December 2024
  • Mr. Sanjeev Jayasinghe, Executive Director of OAAA / Laos/  22-24 November 2024
  • Mr.Gopi Krishna Pandikote, SCP Coordinator / Saudi Arabia/ 9 - 13 December 2024
  • Mr.Voravate Chonlasin, Executive Director, AIT Extension/ Saudi Arabia/ 9 - 13 December 2024
  • Ms.Chalita Lertwinyu, Executive Director, OTA/ Cambodia/ 20 - 23 November 2024
  • Ms.Lucena D. Talaid, OAAA / Laos/ 22-24 November 2024
  • Mr.Bhaskaran Jacob Lao, OAAA/ Laos/  22 - 24 November 2024
  • Ms. Watchrathorn Chantinmat, SERD/ Cambodia/  19 - 23 November 2024
  • Ms. Surangrat Phusuwan, SERD/ Cambodia/  19 - 23 November 2024
  • Ms.Kimberly Tupaz /Malaysia/  2 - 6 December 2024
  • Ms.Sichu Shrestha /Malaysia/  2 - 6 December 2024
  • Navindra Ganganath Liyanarac, AIT Solution / Mumbai, India/  11 December 2024- 6 January 2025
  • Ms.Narumon Wangnoi.AIT Extension / Laos/  8 - 14 November 2024
  • Sarina Pradhan Thapa, Office of Dean SERD/ Myanmar/ 16 - 19 November 2024
  • Ochini Chandrasena, AIT Solution/ Colombo/16 December 2024- 6 January 2025
  • Dr .Chawalit Chaiwong /Taiwan/  27 - 30 November 2024
  • Dr. Tanuijal Bora, Faculty of SET /Indonesia/  3 - 7 December 2024
  • Prof. Manukid Parnichkun, Faculty of SET /Japan/  13 - 26 December 2024
  • Dr. Ekbordin Winikul,Faculty of SET/Cambodia/ 18 - 21 November 2024
  • Ms.Wipaporn Sawaengwit, SET /Cambodia/  15 - 21 November 2024
  • Ms. Suwannee Tilapornputt, SET/ Myanmar/ 16 - 19 November 2024
  • Prof. Sangam Shrestha, DEAN-SET/ Cambodia/ 18 - 20 November 2024 

 

E. Classifieds (jobs) 

 

Ref.no Position Type Posted date
Fac 3/23 Faculty Position, SET-WEM Faculty October 31, 2024
Fac 6/24 Assistant Professor, FANR-NRM Faculty October 30, 2024
Fac 1/23 Assistant/Associate Professor, SERD/CCSD Faculty October 21, 2024
37/24 Program Officer, SERD-ECC Staff November 15, 2024
42/24 Technician, GTE Staff November 15, 2024
41/24 Wind and Structural Engineer, AITS Staff November 15, 2024
40/24 Motorpool Supervisor, OFAM Staff November 5, 2024
39/24 Facilities Officer, OFAM Staff November 5, 2024
38/24 Motorpool Driver, OFAM Staff November 5, 2024
45/23 Administrative Officer, AI Center Staff November 5, 2024
15/23 IT Officer, AI Center Staff November 5, 2024
36/24 Vice President for Administration and Development Staff October 30, 2024