WEEK 41, 6 - 12 October 2025
In this issue:
C. Visitors/ MoU/ Agreement Signing
1) Special Presentation on "2D Nanomaterial-Based Nanocomposites for Antibacterial Activity" by Dr. Atanu Naskar, 7 Oct 2025, 1.30pm, via Zoom
We are pleased to invite you to attend a special presentation on “2D Nanomaterial-Based Nanocomposites for Antibacterial Activity” by Dr. Atanu Naskar, Research Fellow, Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Minnesota, USA.
Schedule:
Date: Tuesday, 7 October 2025
Time: 13:30 – 14:00 hrs
For those who are interested, please join the special presentation online via Zoom using the details below:
Zoom Meeting ID: 939 4580 5379
Passcode: Fac-search
Abstract:
The wave of two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials has shown immense potential in terms of application-oriented research work. In this respect, researchers have utilized graphene, hexagonal boron nitride, black phosphorus (BP), molybdenum disulfide (MoS2), and others for various biomedical applications including photothermal therapy, drug delivery, biosensing, bioimaging due to its excellent physicochemical properties. Moreover, the long-standing issue of multidrug-resistant (MDR) pathogens and their alarming increase combined with the dearth of new effective antibiotics have put a heavy burden on the health system and urgent need for the development of alternatives to antibiotics.
Regarding this, the 2D nanomaterial can be a potential nanoweapon against the MDR pathogens. Inspired by advantageous properties of 2D nanomaterials, different 2D nanomaterial assembled nanocomposites [(i) BP based CuS, (ii) MoS2 based ZnO and coated with extracellular vesicle of bacteria, and (iii) Ag incorporated ZnO–graphene nanocomposite] were prepared. The preparation was performed with low temperature solution synthesis method and resulting materials were characterized by X-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy with elemental mapping, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy studies. The prepared materials were evaluated for their efficacy against type strains and MDR pathogens. The nanocomposites showed an immense potential against bacterial pathogens and could help in the fight against MDR pathogens. Therefore, the synthesized 2D nanomaterial-based nanocomposites has the potential to eradicate drug resistant pathogens.
We look forward to your participation in this informative session.
2) You're Invited: Connect and Reconnect at the EC Open House
Dear Students, Faculty, Staff, and Alumni,
The AIT Entrepreneurship Center (EC) cordially invites you to our annual Open House—our signature event to connect, reconnect, and network.
Whether you're a new student or staff or a returning community member, this is the perfect opportunity to meet fellow students, entrepreneurs, catch up with mentors, and build new collaborations.
Join us to share ideas and be a part of AIT's vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Date: Wednesday, 29 October 2025
Time: 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: AIT Entrepreneurship Center
Refreshments will be served.
Please register here to confirm your participation and to help us with arrangements.
3) An Exclusive Opportunity for the AIT Community: Join the SDG Success Labs Accelerator!
Email from the Entrepreneurship Center on 3 October 2025
As a key initiative from the AIT Entrepreneurship Center, Asian Institute of Technology, in partnership with SustainLaunch Labs (Bangladesh) and Impact Link Asia (Vietnam), we are thrilled to extend a special invitation to our AIT family for the SDG Success Labs: Innovation for Good accelerator program.
Whether you're a student with a groundbreaking idea or someone with an entrepreneurial spirit, this ambitious 8-month program is designed to help you launch and scale your impact-driven startup. We want to see innovative solutions emerge from our own community to tackle the world's most pressing socio-economic and environmental challenges.
Participants in the SDG Success Labs will receive:
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Tailored Mentorship: Expert coaching and mentorship to guide your journey.
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Funding & Investor Networks: Access to pilot project funding, investor networks, and global exposure.
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Pathways to Revenue: Structured support to move from validation and pilot implementation to revenue generation.
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Comprehensive Support: SDG-aligned business development support, technical toolkits, and market access to launch a scalable, sustainable venture.
Want to learn more? We highly encourage our AIT family to join the online Info Session on 15 October 2025 at 4:00 PM. [Register for the Info Session Here]
Ready to apply? Secure your spot today!
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Early Bird Registration: 50 USD (Deadline: October 15th)
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Regular Registration: 100 USD (Deadline: October 30th)
We are incredibly proud to bring this opportunity to our campus and look forward to supporting the next generation of innovators from within the AIT community.
4) AIT welcomes Dr. Sein Minn, Assistant Professor, School of Engineering and Technology
Dr. Sein Minn has been appointed as Assistant Professor in the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and the Computer Science Programs of the Department of Information and Communications Technologies (ICT).
He is an AI researcher specializing in the development of adaptive, interpretable systems at the intersection of machine learning, user modeling, and cognitive modeling. While much of his recent work focuses on education, his broader research agenda is dedicated to advancing human-centered and interpretable/explainable AI to create accurate and transparent models that foster trust in sensitive applications.
He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Université de Montréal, where his doctoral research advanced student knowledge tracing and Q-matrix refinement through AI and Machine Learning algorithms. He has since held research positions at INRIA, École Polytechnique (Institut Polytechnique de Paris), CNRS, and the Université du Québec à Montréal, leading projects on interpretable knowledge tracing and AI-assisted assessment systems.
He has published in leading venues such as AAAI, AIED, ICDM, and PAKDD, and serves on program committees for premier conferences, including AAAI, AIED, ICDM, etc. He is also a review editor for Frontiers in AI and a reviewer for major journals such as IEEE Transactions on Education and IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies.
His office is in Room 103 at CSIM Building and he can be reached by email at sein.minn@ait.asia or at his office extension number 5712.



7) Week-2 Waste Segregation Feedback – Yellow Bin Observations & Community Appreciation
Dear AIT Community,
The Office of Sustainable Campus (OSC) is pleased to share the results of our ongoing monitoring of the new Waste Management Model as committed, particularly the use of the yellow bins (plastic & paper). With the valuable support of OSC student assistants and volunteers, observations were made across dormitories, faculty/staff housing, and academic areas.
Key Observations
Student Dormitories:
We are delighted to note that student dorms are the best-performing area in adhering to the segregation model. Your effort is highly commendable. However, we observed Styrofoam disposal in Dorm K and Dorm E. Please note that Styrofoam cannot be recycled, and OSC sincerely encourages the ban of Styrofoam on campus which must be avoided in the yellow bins.
Staff & Faculty Housing:
Overall performance is acceptable, with a few exceptions:
ST12: Presence of wood pieces.
ST10: Styrofoam contamination.
Playground near Faculty Housing: Food waste (e.g., banana peels) mixed in.
Academic Area:
Most locations are satisfactory, except:
OFAM: Contamination with glass bottles and Styrofoam.
Cafeteria: Electrical wires and food waste mixed with recyclables.
Quick Important Note: The community and offices are encouraged to inform the maids and other outsourced staff and vendors of the new waste management policy and more compliance with the behavior.
Overall Performance
Encouragingly, 80–85% of the bins reviewed demonstrate responsible segregation behavior. This is a strong indicator of the community’s commitment to AIT’s sustainability goals, and OSC deeply appreciates your cooperation.
Token of Appreciation
As a gesture of thanks, OSC will be distributing 50 small-size bins free of cost to students to segregate waste at the dorm on first come first-served basis. To ensure fairness, each request will be cross-verified with pictures of the respective dormitory’s segregation efforts. It can be collected from the OSC office on Monday, 29 Sept 2025; however, please leave the bin in the dorm when you graduate.
You can view the pictures from the monitoring activity here: Observation Photos Folder, and glance can be observed in the attached PDF
OSC sincerely thanks the entire community for your encouraging participation and requests your continued effort to further improve segregation practices. Together, we can make AIT a model sustainable campus.


B. Meet Employers and Organizations at the Lobby
As of this week, 18 organizations will be setting up booths where you can network and explore opportunities:
1. Advanced Refinery Technology (ARTIS) - A global leader in reactor services, mechanical operations, and catalyst handling for oil refineries, petrochemical plants, and offshore platforms,
2. AltoTech Global - A Bangkok-based startup using AIoT technology to optimize energy efficiency and sustainability in buildings and smart cities.
3. ELC (Educational Leadership Centre) - A Thailand-based organization dedicated to empowering individuals through training programs, study abroad consultations, and English language education.
4. DigitalBlast, Inc. - A Japanese company accelerating the space industry through consulting, R&D for space experiments, and promotion via SPACE Media.
5. Green & Blue Planet Solutions - An environmental innovation company dedicated to advancing sustainable technologies and solutions for a cleaner future.
6. Indorama Ventures - A global chemical company specializing in sustainable production of polymers, fibers, and packaging solutions.
7. Inventec Electronics Thailand - Specializes in notebook assembly business, aiming to be the leading notebook assembly professional in Thailand
8. Laxmi Group - A leading Nepali conglomerate with diversified businesses in confectionery, dairy, plastics, automobiles, and infrastructure.
9. NIMB Ace - A Kathmandu-based investment management firm offering services in mutual funds, portfolio management, and advisory.
10. Pathumthani Concrete (PACO) - A leading manufacturer of concrete piles in Thailand, offering PHC, spun, I-shaped, and square piles
11. Peng Shen Tech. - A subsidiary of ZDT Group, a leading global PCB manufacturer, specializing in high-end PCBs while advancing smart manufacturing and sustainable production.
12. SafeComs - A Bangkok-based IT security company specializing in protecting businesses with tailored cybersecurity solutions and compliance services.
13. Sertis - A data and AI company that helps organizations harness analytics and artificial intelligence to drive smarter business decisions.
14. Taiwan Education Center Thailand (TECT) - Serves as a bridge for academic exchange, scholarships, and study opportunities between Thailand and Taiwan.
15. Think Blue Data - A Thailand-based software company specializing in custom web-based interactive data visualization platforms.
16. Vinarco Recruitment - A Bangkok-based agency specializing in technical and professional staffing solutions for energy, infrastructure, and ICT sectors across Southeast Asia.
17. World Bank Group - A global partnership of institutions working to end poverty and promote sustainable development worldwide.
18. Yeong Guan Heavy Industry (Thailand) - A leading supplier of castings to major global manufacturers of wind turbines, injection molding machines, machine tools, and industrial machinery.
C. The Career Forum is sponsored by the following:
- ELC (Educational Leadership Centre)
- Philippine Airlines Thailand
- Thai Liwayway Food Industries Co. Ltd.
D. Online Info Session
ASEAN Career Fair with Japan in Singapore 2026
Speaker: Mr. Taro Ozaki, CEO, Energize Co. Ltd.
15 October 2025 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Pre-registration Link: Click here
E. Pre-Session Talks – 22 October 2025
1. From Classroom to CEO: The Graduate's Leap into Entrepreneurship | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Speaker: Dr. Warodom Khamphanchai, CEO, AltoTech Global Co. Ltd.
2. Mapping Your Career in Thailand and Across the Globe | 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
Speaker: Mr. Simon Carvi, CEO, Huneety
Venue: Milton E. Bender Jr. Auditorium
Pre-registration is required for visitors: Click here
D. Pre-Session Talks – 22 October 2025
1. From Classroom to CEO: The Graduate's Leap into Entrepreneurship | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Speaker: Dr. Warodom Khamphanchai, CEO, AltoTech Global Co. Ltd.
2. Mapping Your Career in Thailand and Across the Globe | 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
Speaker: Mr. Simon Carvi, CEO, Huneety
Venue: Milton E. Bender Jr. Auditorium
Pre-registration is required for visitors: Click here
10) Personal data for 2025 Income Tax calculation
In order to ensure that your personal income tax complies with the Tax Regulations, it is important for us to have accurate records of your personal data in our system. Please log in to the following web link https://hris.ait.ac.th using your AIT email account credentials, and click on "View Employee Profile" to update your personal data.
Please kindly review and update the following as needed.
1. Contact information: personal phone number and residence address
2. Passport number and details of your dependents. Please ensure that the information regarding your child and spouse in the system is up to date. If they are studying or working in Thailand or abroad, kindly update the system accordingly.
3. Next of Kin: make sure that you have provided all the necessary details in the "Next of Kin" section. The next of kin should not be the same person listed as your direct dependent in HRIS. In the event of an emergency when you are incapacitated or if there are no other family members with you, the next of kin will be contacted by AIT.
Any changes in your personal data from the previous to the current year should be supported with documents in hard copies. These include passport copy, marriage certificate, child's birth certificate, house registration as well as receipts of investment in retirement mutual fund (RMF), personal health insurance, and personal long-term life insurance. For more information about tax deductions and allowances, click this link.
Please submit it to Khun Lalana in the Office of Human Resources Services (OHRS), Room 223, Second Floor of the Administration Building by 15 October 2025.
Thank you for your cooperation.
11) Reminder: Properly configure eduroam/AITsec SSIDs
Email from AIT Helpdesk on 8 September 2025
We are glad to welcome the newest members of the AIT family! Let's all wish them a successful journey with us. Welcome aboard!
13) Call for Proposals: Small Scale Projects (SSPs) 2026 in Thailand and Laos


Please note that the AIT Medical Center does not provide full-scale emergency room services. For serious medical emergencies such as a suspected heart attack, stroke, or poisoning, immediate treatment at the nearest hospital emergency room is crucial.
AIT Library cordially invites you to participate in a survey on online database usage and user needs. The purpose of this survey is to gain a clearer understanding of how our databases are being used and to identify the needs of our users. Your feedback is highly valued and will play a vital role in evaluating the actual use of subscribed databases, as well as in guiding important decisions on whether to renew, discontinue, or acquire new databases.
We kindly ask you to take a few minutes to complete the survey via the link below:
https://forms.gle/Q1fE25c3cJn1e9LE9
Your participation by 15 October 2025 is greatly appreciated, and your input will be essential in shaping the future development of our library services.
Thank you for your valuable time and contribution.
Asian delta regions increasingly facing threats from flooding, prolonged droughts, and pervasive environmental degradation. Conventional water governance often isolates ecological, technological, and societal dimensions, leading to fragmented approaches to resilience.
This 5-day program is tailored for professionals eager to tackle the complex challenges of Asian delta regions through innovative Nature-based Hi-Tech Solutions. The course integrates theory, practical tools, and delta-specific field exposure for sustainable, climate-resilient water resource management. A coverage of 5-modules reflects actual learning through practice, experiences and exposures.
Objectives:
- Understand principles and the global NbS frameworks from the standard of IUCN.
- Assess climate risks and explore how NbS can mitigate impacts of floods, and water vulnerabilities.
- Witness real-world NbS applications addressing water challenges.
- Gain experience with GIS, hydrological modeling tools, and remote sensing techniques.
- Develop strategies for stakeholder engagement and grassroots-level Climate-resilient water management project sustainability.
Event duration: 6 - 11 October 2025
Venue: AIT Green Campus, Bangkok, Thailand.
Ideal for
• Water Resource Managers and Engineers: Professionals looking to incorporate sustainable, resilient solutions into their projects, Professionals working in delta management, including fisheries, aquaculture, and sediment management experts.
• Urban and Regional Planners: Those focused on integrating NBS into city planning, especially in flood-prone and drought-affected regions.
• Policymakers and Environmental Regulators: Individuals involved in drafting and enforcing regulations related to water management and land use.
• Community Leaders and NGOs: Local leaders and organizations engaged in grassroots-level environmental projects and advocacy.
• Academics and Researchers: Individuals in research fields related to hydrology, ecology, and environmental economics, interested in advancing NbS research.
For more information and application please visit https://extension.ait.ac.th/course/nature-based-hi-tech-solutions-climate-resilient-water-management
2) Call for Abstract “Technological Advancement and Social Innovation for Rural and Agricultural Resilience”
The 2025 AGLE conference on “Technological Advancement and Social Innovation for Rural and Agricultural Resilience” will be held from 5-8 November 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand. The conference will include two days of presentations and poster sessions and two days of field trips to rural Thailand.
This scientific event aims to promote the convergence of scientific knowledge and practical innovation, technological development, and applications for sustainability and resilience. The conference organized by IGU Commission on Agricultural Geography and Land Engineering (AGLE) in collaboration with the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand.
The conference will feature high-level, inclusive, evidence-based discussions on the current challenges and priorities related to advancing innovation and technology for long-term rural sustainability, with a focus on contributing to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This event offers a valuable opportunity for both early stage and established researchers and practitioners, to showcase their work, exchange ideas, and engage with globally renowned experts in the field. It also provides a platform to enhance participants’ expertise and professional recognition in rural sustainability. The conference fosters cooperation and strengthens collaborative efforts to address rural challenges and promote sustainable development through innovative solutions.
Conference Themes
Abstract submissions, both oral and poster presentation sessions must be in English. Participants are encouraged to submit the research on one or more topics (but are not limited to these.)
- Land use and land management for Sustainable Development
- Innovative Food Systems and Smart Agriculture
- Sustainable Rural Environment and Natural Resources
- Rural community resilience to environmental changes
- Rural and agricultural heritage, socio-cultural conservation
- Education, Technology and Social Innovation
- Governance and Policy for Rural Inclusion and Sustainability
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline – Jun 30, 2025
Abstract Acceptance Announcement – Jul 28, 2025
Early Bird Registration Deadline – Jul 31, 2025
Regular Registration Deadline – Sep 15, 2025
Abstract Submission Deadline – 30 June
Registration – 15 Sep
For more information: https://agleconference2025.com
3) 4th International Symposium on Disaster Resilience and Sustainable Development (DRSD 2025), 24-26 Nov 2025, AITCC
Email from the Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation and Management (DPMM) program on 8 June 2025
Greetings from the DRSD 2025 Secretariat for the upcoming 4th International Symposium on Disaster Resilience and Sustainable Development (DRSD 2025), organized by the Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation and Management (DPMM) program at AIT.
The symposium will be held at the AIT Conference Center from 24–26 November 2025, and aims to bring together global experts, practitioners, and scholars to share knowledge and collaborate on advancing innovative solutions for disaster resilience and sustainable development.
On behalf of the DRSD 2025 Organizing Committee, we kindly invite the wider AIT community including students, faculty, staff, and adjunct faculty to the Symposium. We believe this event is highly relevant to the AIT community particularly those engaged in areas such as disaster risk reduction, climate resilience, sustainable development, humanitarian response, early warning systems, nature-based solutions, and the role of technology and governance in building resilient societies.
Attached to this email are the General Invitation Letter and the official event brochure for your reference and circulation.
Abstract submission and participant registration are currently open via our website:
https://www.drsd.asia
Thank you very much for your support and kind attention. We look forward to your positive response.
4) 2025 11th International Conference on Mechanical Engineering and Automation Science (ICMEAS 2025)
2025 11th International Conference on Mechanical Engineering and Automation Science (ICMEAS 2025) will be held in Bangkok, Thailand during December 11-14, 2025, which is organized by Hong Kong Society of Mechanical Engineers (HKSME), sponsored by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Nanjing Technology and Innovation Research Institute, supported by Guidance, Navigation and Control. The conference has been successfully held for 10 years since 2015 in Xuzhou, Xi'an, Wuhan, Beijing, Birmingham, Singapore and Hong Kong, and other places, attracting a large number of researchers, scholars and students from all over the world. The ICMEAS conference will provide a wonderful forum for you to update your knowledge base and explore the innovations in Mechanical Engineering and Automation Science. The conference will strive to offer you plenty of networking opportunities to meet and interact with the leading scientists, engineers and researchers, friends and colleagues as well as sponsors and exhibitors. We warmly welcome prospected authors submit your new research papers to ICMEAS 2025, and share your valuable experiences with all of attendees.
Publication & Indexing:
1) Selected papers (accepted and presented) with high quality, which are presented on conference, will be recommended to Modelling
(ISSN: 2673-3951) for review and publishing. This journal is indexed by ESCI, Scopus and other databases.
2) Selected papers (accepted and presented) with great extension will be recommended to publish in Guidance, Navigation and Control
(ISSN (print): 2737-4807 | ISSN (online): 2737-4920) after conference.
The publisher will submit articles to ESCI, Scopus and other databases for review and indexing after publication.
Submission Guide:
Authors can submit their manuscripts in pdf or docx only through electronic submission system. Please click the link or scan the QR code on the flyer.
Important Dates:
Abstract submission deadline: Aug. 5, 2025
Notification of acceptance: Sept. 5, 2025
Registration deadline: Oct. 8, 2025
For more information:
Please contact:
Ms. Joy Mou (ICMEAS)
E-mail: icmeas@vip.163.com
Tel: +852-30506862 \+86-19983106382
Website: https://icmeas.org
Ms. Danielle Duan (AIT)
E-mail: danielleduan@ait.asia
Tel: +66 02-524 (Ext. 5041)
The Tripartite MoU Signing Ceremony between AIT, Connex Information Technologies Co. Ltd (CONNEX) Thailand and Intermarc Global Pty Ltd (IMG), Australia on Monday 6 October 2025.
- Ms. Narumon Wangnoi, AIT Extension /Singapore/ 14 - 18 October 2025
- Mr. Voravate Chonlasin, Executive Director, AIT Extension /Singapore/ 14 - 18 October 2025
- Mr. Ranadheer Mandadi /Russia/ 6 - 14 October 2025
- Dr. Indrajit Pal, Faculty-SET/Germany/ 19 - 27 October 2025
- Prof.Weerakorn Ongsakul, Faculty-SERD /Laos/ 10 - 13 December 2025
- Ms.Watcharathorn Chantinmathorn, SERD /Laos/ 10 - 13 December 2025
- Ms.Surangrat Phusuwan, SERD /Laos/ 10 - 13 December 2025
- Dr. Jirawadee Polprasert, Faculty-SERD /Laos/ 9 - 13 December 2025
- Prof. Kyoko Kusakabe, Faculty, SERD/ New Zealand/ 11 - 19 October 2025
- Prof. Kyoko Kusakabe, Faculty, SERD/ Mahasaraklam/ 7 - 8 October 2025
- Dr. Joyee S Chattejee, Faculty, SERD / Austria/ 12 - 19 October 2025
- Dr. Gopi Krishna, SCPO /Indonesia/ 5 - 8 October 2025
- Prof. Faiz Shah, Executive Director, YUNUS Center /Japan/ 30 September -7 October 2025
- Dr. Dibesh Khadka, Faculty-SET /Uzbekistan/ 7 - 12 October 2025
- Prof. Jai Govind Singh, Faculty-SERD /India/ 12 - 16 October 2025
- Prof.Avishek Datta, Faculty-SERD / Indonesia/ 5 - 8 October 2025
- Dr. Ram C.Bhujel, Faculty-SERD / Cambodia/ 29 September -18 October 2025
- Prof. Sangam Shrestha, DEAN-SET /USA/ 17 - 24 October 2025
- Prof.Mukand S.Babel, Faculty-SET /Uzbekistan/ 7 - 12 October 2025
Ref.no | Position | Type | Posted date |
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Fac 8/25 | Assistant/Associate Professor, SET/AIoT | Faculty | October 1, 2025 |
Fac 7/25 | Assistant/Associate Professor, SET/ISE | Faculty | September 25, 2025 |
Fac 9/25 | Assistant/Associate Professor, SET/ISE | Faculty | September 25, 2025 |
23/25 | Coffee Attendant, OPRE | Staff | September 23, 2025 |
41/24 | Structural Engineer, AITS | Staff | August 14, 2025 |