WEEK 15, 7 - 13 April 2025
In this issue:
C. Visitors/ MoU/ Agreement Signing
1) Introducing our New Employees
We are glad to welcome the newest members of the AIT family! Let's all wish them a successful journey with us. Welcome aboard!
2) Call for a Staff-at-large meeting on Wednesday, 9 April 2025, from 1.30pm
Topic: AIT Staff Meeting
Time: Apr 9, 2025 13:30h BangkokJoin Zoom MeetingMeeting ID: 964 3890 6348Passcode: 851132
1. Welcome2. Final Report and Updates from the Staff Representatives3. Open Forum
- Ms Izel Ann Mojado Dante, Office of Academic Administration
- Mr Chaturvedh Dandre, AIT Solutions
- Mr Solomon Kofi Mensah Huno, Regional Resource Center for Asia & the Pacific
- Ms Siriporn Nanthasing, School of Engineering & Technology
- Mr Sanjeet Amatya, Office of International & Public Affairs
3) Special Presentation: Join us for an insightful seminar by Dr. Bhimappa H. Kittur, 9 April 2025, 1.30pm
Seminar Invitation by Dr. Bhimappa H. Kittur
Assistant Professor, Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM) Bhopal, India
Topic: Carbon Sequestration Potential in 7-Year-Old Bamboo
Date: 9 April 2025, Wednesday
Time: 1:30 PM – 2.30 PM
Venue: SERD Meeting room [S-101] / Hybrid
Join Zoom Meeting https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/3075667741?omn=96727076706
Meeting ID: 307 566 7741
4) Special Presentation: Join us for an insightful seminar by Dr. Lonn Pichdara, 9 April 2025, 3pm
Seminar Invitation by Dr. Lonn Pichdara
Executive Director My Village (MVi) Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Topic: Evaluation of community based natural resource management for forest conservation and livelihood improvement in Cambodia
Date: 9 April 2025, Wednesday
Time: 3:00 M – 4.00 PM
Venue: SERD Meeting room [S-101] / Hybrid
Join Zoom Meeting https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/3075667741?omn=96727076706
Meeting ID: 307 566 7741
5) EC Expert Talk: How to Do Business in Thailand – Register Now!
Topic: How to Do Business in Thailand – Are You Qualified for BOI Incentives?
Date: 9 April 2024 (Wednesday)
Time: 14:30 – 16:30 ICT
Location: Creator Space, AIT Entrepreneurship Center (Hybrid Event)
Join the conversation as we dive into an interactive panel discussion exploring the challenges and opportunities of establishing a business in Thailand. Learn why AIT, as a BOI-designated Science and Technology Park Zone, offers an ideal international environment for innovation, investment, and business growth.
Why attend?
- Understand BOI incentives & business opportunities
- Gain valuable insights on legal & regulatory processes
- Explore AIT’s unique advantages for business and innovation
- Expand your network with entrepreneurs and industry leaders
While the event is hybrid, we highly encourage in-person attendance for a richer experience—including networking opportunities and refreshments!
Check the attached poster for full details.
Register now!
See you there!
6) Rhythms of the World: A Cultural Mosaic — Celebrate Culture, Heritage & Harmony at AIT!
Dear AIT Community,
Get ready for a spectacular evening filled with colors, music, and cultural pride!
We are excited to invite you to:
Rhythms of the World: A Cultural Mosaic
Theme: United in Diversity – A Global Celebration of Culture, Heritage, and Harmony
Venue: AIT Conference Center (AITCC)
Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
FREE ENTRY – All are Welcome!
Come and experience an evening that brings the world to one stage!
Highlights of the Evening:
- Spectacular Dance Performances
- Soulful Singing Acts
- Vibrant Cultural Fashion Show
— All representing the unique cultures, traditions, and heritage from countries across the world!
This is a wonderful opportunity to witness the diversity of AIT come alive through music, rhythm, colors, and creativity. Bring your friends, wear your traditional attire, and join us in celebrating Unity in Diversity!
Let’s come together to create memories, share smiles, and embrace the beautiful mosaic of cultures that make AIT truly special.
We look forward to seeing you there!
7) Mandatory Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) Registration Effective 1 May 2025
Dear All,
Greetings from the Government Relations Unit (GRU)!
As per the announcement by the Thai Immigration Bureau, effective 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals entering Thailand via air, land, or sea are required to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online prior to arrival.
User Guide: TDAC Registration Manual
When to Register: Within 3 days before your arrival
Apply Here: https://tdac.immigration.go.th
If you travel abroad and return to Thailand, ensure you complete the registration to avoid any inconvenience upon entry.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
8) Doctoral Final Examination- Ms. Nava Sai Divya Ryali (122378)
Ms. Nava Sai Divya Ryali (122378), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Engineering in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems, Department of Information and Communications Technologies, School of Engineering and Technology, will have her final examination on 29 April 2025 (Tuesday) at 11:30 hrs in Room W208, Academic Building. Her dissertation title is "Geospatial Modelling and Assessment of Solar Potential in Jamshedpur, India Using UAV Data."
The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:
Prof. Nitin K. Tripathi (Chairperson)
Dr. Sarawut Ninsawat (Member)
Dr. Jai Govind Singh (Member)
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
8) Invitation to SCOPUS Workshop Series
We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming Scopus Workshop Series, presented by Lucia Shoombie, Senior Customer Success Consultant at Elsevier.
This series is designed to deepen your understanding and enhance your use of Scopus, covering a wide range of topics—from core functionalities to advanced research tools. These webinars are open to all users interested in maximizing the benefits of Scopus for their academic and research activities.
Each workshop is designed to be both informative and interactive, equipping you with practical knowledge and skills that you can immediately apply to your research work.
Please find the schedule and topics for the workshop series below:
Scopus Essentials: A Refresher on Core Features and Recent Enhancements
Date: April 16, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM (TH Time)
Description: Refresh your knowledge on Scopus’s core features and discover the latest enhancements.
Scopus AI: Intuitive and Intelligent Search and Discovery
Date: April 30, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM (TH Time)
Description: Explore the innovative AI capabilities in Scopus for enhanced search and discovery.
Scopus for Journal Selection
Date: May 21, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM (TH Time)
Description: Learn how to effectively use Scopus for selecting the most appropriate journals for your research.
Scopus Author & Affiliation Profiles and the Elsevier Data Ecosystem
Date: June 4, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM (TH Time)
Description: Understand the integration of Scopus author and affiliation profiles within the Elsevier data ecosystem.
Scopus: Literature Reviews Made Simple
Date: September 24, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM (TH Time)
Description: Simplify your literature review process with the powerful tools and features of Scopus.
Scopus API for Advanced Users
Date: October 22, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM (TH Time)
Description: Dive deep into the Scopus API and learn advanced techniques for customized data retrieval.
To register, simply scan the QR code below.
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff,
We are excited to share and invite you to the first Green Industry Innovation and Development program for 2025. Built upon the success of the programs in 2024, we are happy to organize the trip for potential collaborations to Chongqing, China again this year on the topic of Energy Transition, Carbon Reduction Efforts and Sustainable Development.
This program is co-organized by AIT BRRC and Chongqing Renewable Energy Society (CRES), for AIT Alumni/members and Non-AIT alumni/members to carry out in-depth industrial and technology exchange in China, especially from the energy and green technology related field. Please kindly check the flyers attached here and follow us on the AIT and BRRC website for the program (Green Industry Innovation and Development 2025 - Asian Institute of Technology).
We warmly welcome you to join the program in April. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or interest in the program.
Activities
- Visit the Chongqing Renewable Energy Society and Innovation & Industrial Park.
- Seminar on Energy and Environmental Protection with Local Entrepreneurs.
- Visit Renewable Energy enterprises and Green technology Projects (from total of 30 enterprises based in Chongqing, focusing on energy saving, charging piles, AC industries, Smart lighting and distributed energy, Environmental industries, etc.).
- Cultural sightseeing and Free activity.
Date: April 21st to 24th, 2025
Registration: Including conference/seminar, local transport in Chongqing, meals, technical visits, and translators.
AIT Alumni/Member: 15,000 THB (450 USD)
Non-AIT Alumni: 18,500 TH (550 USD)
Contact: saitang@ait.asia
2) AI & The Future of Asia
Website: “AI and The Future of Asia”
Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 | Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Venue: Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel
The School of Management – AIT is delighted to invite you to an exclusive evening focused on AI’s impact on business and leadership in Asia. Designed for senior executives and industry leaders, this high-level gathering will bring together around 100 distinguished guests, including the AIT President, former ministers (including a former Deputy Prime Minister), and CEOs and VPs from Thailand’s top corporations.
The event kicks off with a powerful keynote by Prof. Joon Nak Choi (HKUST), followed by a CEO panel from industries such as logistics, data analytics, engineering, and aeronautics. Together, they’ll explore how AI is transforming strategy, innovation, and the future of work. The conversation will dive into key questions; How can leaders navigate AI-driven disruption? and What’s the right balance between short-term gains and long-term transformation?
Scan the QR code above or visit https://bit.ly/43rRRfg to learn more and Register for this one-of-a-kind event.
We look forward to welcoming you to an unforgettable evening of ideas, insights, and connections.
3) Global Giant Prawn Leaders Unite in Huzhou, China
The GIANT PRAWN 2025 Conference, seventh edition of the top global conference for freshwater prawn farming (Macrobrachium spp.), is set for June 8-11, 2025, at the Dongwu New Century Grand Hotel Huzhou in Zhejiang Province, China. It will be organized by the Aquaculture Program of Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand, and Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), China, in collaboration with the Zhejiang Institute of Freshwater Fisheries (ZIFF) and Huzhou University, China. GIANT PRAWN 2025 marks the next big event in this prestigious series, following the 2023 conference hosted by AIT in Bangkok in 2023. Designed to advance sustainable aquaculture practices and promote global collaboration in freshwater prawn farming, GP 2025 is focused on the theme “Navigating Innovation and Sustainability in Giant Prawn Aquaculture”.
Event Highlights
- Technical Sessions: Covering key topics such as hatchery technology, grow-out systems, genomics, nutrition, health management, marketing strategies, and new-age prawn farming systems and practices.
- Exhibition: Showcasing the latest technologies, products, and services from global leaders in aquaculture.
- Farm Tours: Offering attendees exclusive insights into Chinese prawn farms and hatcheries, demonstrating innovative practices and techniques.
The program will bring together leading experts, researchers, and industry professionals to share groundbreaking research, innovative practices, and sustainable solutions for freshwater prawn farming.
Publish and Network
Selected papers presented at GIANT PRAWN 2025 will be published in a special edition of the open-access journal Aquaculture and Fisheries (CiteScore: 6.7), published by Elsevier, with no publication fees. This presents a unique opportunity for attendees to gain recognition for their work while contributing to the broader aquaculture community.
Call for Participation
Researchers, practitioners, and aquaculture enthusiasts are invited to participate in this landmark event. Abstract submission is open now, with details available on the conference website.
- Register Now: Secure your spot at https://www.giantprawn.org/.
- Abstract Submission: Visit https://www.giantprawn.org/abstract.htm.
- Farm Tour Information: Details are available at https://www.giantprawn.org/tours.htm.
Don’t miss this golden opportunity to gain valuable insights, connect with industry professionals, and contribute to shaping the future of sustainable freshwater prawn farming. GIANT PRAWN 2025 promises to be an inspiring and impactful event for the global prawn aquaculture community.
Contact Person: Dr. Krishna R. Salin
Email: salinkr@ait.ac.th
- Prof. Weerakorn Ongsakul, Faculty-SERD /France/ 11-17 April 2025
- Mr. Sanjeev Jayasinghe, Executvie Director, OAAA/ Srilanka/ 5-19 April 2025
- Mr. Sanjeev Jayasinghe, Executvie Director, OAAA/ USA/ 17 - 28 June 2025
- Prof. Attaphongse Taparugssar, Faculty-SET/ Italy/ 26 May - 26 June 2025
- Dr. Chutiporn Anutariya, Faculty-SET /Cambodia/ 4 - 10 May 2025
- Dr.Indrajit Pal, Faculty-DPMM/Idonesia/ 11-18 April 2025
- Prof. Mukand S.Babel, Faculty-SET/ Nexus/ 5 - 12 April 2025
- Prof. P.Abdul Salam, Faculty-SERD/ Sirlanka/ 3 - 20 April 2025
- Mr. Santipong Grailert, GWSC /Indonesia/ 2 - 10 April 2025
- Mr. Ida Bagus Hendra Gupta, GWSC /Indonesia/ 4 - 11 April 2025
- Prof. Vilas Nittivattanon, Faculty-SERD /Nakhon Ratchasima/ 8 - 10 April 2025
- Dr. Malay Pramanik, Faculty-SERD /Nakhon Ratchasima/ 8 - 10 April 2025
- Dr. Guilberto Borongan, RRC-AP /Cambodia/ 8 - 10 April 2025
- Mr. Bishal Bhari, RRC-AP/ Indonesia/ 5 - 7 May 2025
- Prof.Mukand S.Babel, Faculty-WEM-SET/ Nexus/ 5 - 12 April 2025
E. Classifieds (jobs)
| Ref.no | Position | Type | Posted date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fac 1/25 | Assistant Professor, SET/ISE | Faculty | March 26, 2025 |
| 15/25 | Senior Accounts Receivable & Payroll Accountant, OFIN | Staff | April 1, 2025 |
| 13/25 | Senior Administrative Officer, SET | Staff | April 1, 2025 |
| 14/25 | Digital Marketing Officer, SET | Staff | April 1, 2025 |
| 42/24 | Technician, GTE | Staff | March 17, 2025 |