WEEK 18, 28 April - 4 May 2025
In this issue:
C. Visitors/ MoU/ Agreement Signing
1) Final result for the election of six Staff Relations Committee and Staff Representative to the Board
Email from the Office of Human Resources Services on 28 April 2025
Six members to the Staff Relations Committee (listed alphabetically):
1. Dr. Chawalit Chaiwong, GSWC2. Mr. Dennes Buzarang Bergado, Jr, SOM3. Dr. Kamonkanok Kiatisakchai, SOM4. Dr. Mary Rose Geraldine Amancio Sarausad, LC5. Dr. Pallavi Mohapatra, AIT Extension6. Mr. Sanjeet Amatya, OPA
Dr. Kamonkanok Kiatisakchai
Thank you.
2) 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!
3) 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.
4) Blood Donation Announcement
Email from the Medical Clinic on 29 April 2025
We again would like to ask for your help. The next visit for blood donation is scheduled on Wednesday, 4th June 2025, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. at the parking lot in front of the AIT Conference Center.
Give blood! You'll experience a fulfilling sense of contribution. And the donation process isn't time-consuming. It only takes about half an hour. For more information, please click.
On behalf of needy patients whose lives you may save, we would like to thank you very much for your time and support.
5) 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.
6) Doctoral Final Examination - Ms. Sudarat Rattanasaeng (114898)
The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:
Dr. Vatcharapol Sukhotu (Chairperson)
Dr. Tobias Endress (Co-chairperson)
Prof. Yuosre F.M. Badir (Member)
Dr. Oleg Shipin (Member)
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
Join Zoom Meeting https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/99105923254?pwd=c2ECvK2oWb74Qt3UGZ6lPHPJ3weL6a.1
Meeting ID: 991 0592 3254
Passcode: 700906
7) Doctoral Final Examination - Ms. Jinghan Yu (121693)
The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:
Dr. Djoen San Santoso (Chairperson)
Prof. Kunnawee Kanitpong (Member)
Dr. Kuo-Chieh Chao (Member)
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
Meeting ID: 933 5968 1792
8) Doctoral Final Examination - Ms. Toma Deb Nath (122193)
The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:
Prof. Avishek Datta (Chairperson)
Dr. Seksan Papong (NSTDA) (Co-chairperson)
Dr. Farhad Zulfiqar (Co-chairperson)
Dr. Sushil Kumar Himanshu (Member)
Dr. Takuji W. Tsusaka (Member)
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
9) Doctoral Final Examination - Mr. Junnosuke Kurachi (122600)
The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:
Dr. Vimolwan Yukongdi (Chairperson)
Dr. Willi Zimmermann (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/97583435202?pwd=CUmWeRwgABfj7vB29f8FCq8YJcZmPm.1
Meeting ID: 975 8343 5202
Passcode: 580161
10) Doctoral Final Examination- Mr. Huynh Bao Tuan (121889)
The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:
Dr. Vimolwan Yukongdi (Chairperson)
Prof. Yuosre F.M. Badir (Member)
Prof. Kyoko Kusakabe (Member)
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
Meeting ID: 937 0827 1255
The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:
Dr. Djoen San Santoso (Chairperson)
Prof. Yuosre F.M. Badir (Member)
Dr. Phung Van Dong (Member)
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
Join Zoom Meeting https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/93448515677?pwd=dUnDpam7iF2dKq0accBA2EHpOXjwrV.1
Meeting ID: 934 4851 5677
Passcode: 763840
12) Invitation for 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.
Click here to register your seat https://extension.ait.ac.th/course/strategic-talent-mastery-future-proofing-your-workforce-profitable-sustainable-growth-your
2) 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.Pai-Chi Li, President /Pakistan/ 26 - 30 April 2025
- Prof. P. Abdul Salam, Dean-SERD /Pakistan/ 26 April -1 May 2025
- Dr. Sumana Shrestha, Director, OIA/Pakistan/ 26 April -1 May 2025
- Ms. Indra Kumari, OIA/ Pakistan/ 26 April -1 May 2025
- Prof.Shobhakar Dhakal, Faculty-SERD/ Lusaka, 5 - 11 May 2025
- Mr.Gopi Krishna Pandikote /Zambia/ 5 - 11 May 2025
- Mr. Bishal Bhari, RRC-AP/ Indonesia, 5 - 7 May 2025
- Dr. Indrajit Pal, Faculty-SET/ Saudi Arabia/ 26 April -2 May 2025
- Dr .Kuo Chieh Chao, Faculty-SET/ Taiwan/ 20 - 27 May 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
- Mr. Bishal Bhari, RRC-AP/ Indonesia/ 5 - 7 May 2025
- Ms.Indra Kumari, OIA/ Phillipnes/ 26 - 29 May 2025
- Mr. Ranadheer Mandadi/ Nepal/ 1-13 May 2025
E. Classifieds (jobs)
| Ref.no | Position | Type | Posted date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fac 1/25 | Assistant Professor, SET/ISE | Faculty | March 26, 2025 |
| 2/25 | Project Development Officer, SCPU | Staff | April 28, 2025 |
| 3/25 | Laboratory Supervisor, SET-ISE | Staff | April 24, 2025 |
| 17/25 | Associate Programme Officer, RRCAP-WaRM | Staff | April 17, 2025 |
| 16/25 | Recruitment and Data Analyst, OHRS | Staff | April 17, 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 |