WEEK 49, 1 - 7 December 2025

 

In this issue:

A. Announcements 

B. Workshops/ Conferences

C. Visitors/ MoU/ Agreement Signing 

D. Faculty & Staff Travel

E. Classified (Job)

 

A. Announcement

 

 

 

1) AIT Official Public Holidays and Year-End Break for the Year 2026

Email from Office of Human Resources Services on 1 December 2025

 

In line with the Institute policies and with approval from the AIT Management Team, the following are the 15 designated official public holidays, and a 6-day year-end break, for 2026. 
 

Month

Date

Day

Holiday

January

1

Thursday

New Year's Day

January

2

Friday

Public Holiday (Additional Official Holiday )

April

6

Monday

Chakri Memorial Day

April

13

Monday

Songkran Festival

April

14

Tuesday

Songkran Festival

April

15

Wednesday

Songkran Festival

May

1

Friday

National Labor Day

May

4

Monday

Coronation Day

June

3

Wednesday

H.M. Queen Suthida's Birthday

July

28

Tuesday

H.M. the King's Birthday

July

29

Wednesday

Asalaha Bucha Day

August

12

Wednesday

H.M. the King's Mother Birthday

October

13

Tuesday

H.M. late King Bhumibol Memorial Day

October

23

Friday

Chulalongkorn Memorial Day

December

7

Monday

Substitute Holiday for National Father’s Day

December

24

Thursday

Year-End Break

December

25

Friday

Year-End Break

December

28

Monday

Year-End Break

December

29

Tuesday

Year-End Break

December

30

Wednesday

Year-End Break

December

31

Thursday

Year-End Break
 
Please be guided accordingly.

 

2) Introducing Our New Employees

We are delighted to welcome the newest members of the AIT family!

Let’s all wish them great success as they begin their journey with us.

Welcome aboard!

 

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3) Water, Sanitation, and innovation – pathways to progress and a resilient future

The International Water Association (IWA), together with co-organiser Asian Institute of Technology, is proud to announce that the 2025 IWA Water and Development Congress & Exhibition will take place in Bangkok, Thailand, on 8-12 December 2025.

The eighth edition of this leading biennial event will once again bring together a global audience of practitioners, utility managers, researchers, experts, government officials, technology providers, consultants, NGO representatives, and media. More than 3000 water professionals drawn from over 80 countries are expected to attend. The event offers a unique opportunity to profile your organisation and showcase your technologies, solutions, and expertise.

Huge investments are being directed towards water and sanitation infrastructure, particularly in the Global South and especially in the Asia region. The IWA Water and Development Congress & Exhibition will encourage participants to share knowledge on innovations in science and practice, highlighting the opportunities of securing new and effective solutions in water and sanitation policy, technology, and management. Bangkok, the vibrant heart of Thailand, provides an ideal location for hosting a global event with an emphasis on regional developments and opportunities.

Focus

Staged at the outstanding Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, the 2025 edition builds on the resounding success of the 2023 edition held in Kigali, Rwanda. It will once again feature a rich and engaging programme including keynotes, plenary sessions, technical sessions, workshops, forums, business forums, technical tours, and a global exhibition.

The 2025 edition will take place under the theme ‘Water, sanitation, and innovation – pathways to progress and a resilient future’. Key topics will include:

  • Intermittent water supply and achieving 24/7 service
  • Circular economy approaches, and resource recovery and reuse
  • Climate-resilient water and sanitation systems
  • Data-driven decision-making in water management
  • Integrated urban drainage systems for flood risk reduction
  • Low-cost, decentralised and inclusive approaches
  • Nature-based solutions in supply, sanitation, and stormwater management
  • Partnerships and multi-stakeholder collaboration in water management
  • Digital technologies in water and sanitation systems
  • Water quality monitoring and early monitoring systems

These topics will be brought together under the following thematic tracks:

  • Ensure Safe Drinking Water: Innovative approaches for treatment and supply
  • Advancing Wastewater Treatment and Sanitation Services: Sustainable solutions for all
  • Smart Water Management: Integrated approaches for effective water management and planning
  • Enhancing Utility Management and Operations for Sustainable Growth
  • Strengthening Governance and Financial Systems for Long- Term Development

Find more details about Workshops

For more information: https://waterdevelopmentcongress.org/

 
 

4)  Week 7 & 8 Yellow Bin Observation – Continued Progress & Key Reminders - sorting consistency declined

Email from Director, OSC on 17 November 2025

Dear Student, Staff, Faculty and AIT Community,

The Office of Sustainable Campus (OSC) would like to share the consolidated findings from Week 7 and Week 8 of the Waste Management Model monitoring, with particular attention to the performance of yellow bins (plastic and paper recyclables). These observations were conducted across student dormitories, faculty and staff housing, and academic areas with the support of OSC student assistants and volunteers.

While we appreciate the efforts of many community members, the results indicate some areas of concern—especially among certain residential family units and recurring non-compliance with waste-sorting guidelines by janitorial staff in academic zones. As a postgraduate, sustainability-driven institution, we trust that our community understands the significant impacts of mismanaged plastic waste on human health and the environment.

Executive summary

  • Community participation remains strong and many bins appear cleaner overall.
  • However, sorting consistency declined in Week 7 and issues persisted through Week 8.
  • Main problems: opaque/black bags, unrinsed food containers, mixed-waste single bags, misplaced organic waste, disposable masks/tissues in yellow bins, and recurring Styrofoam.
  • These behaviors increase sorting time, raise contamination risk, and reduce recyclability.

Key findings (Week 7 + Week 8)

  • Sorting habits: Decline in correct at-source sorting; 
  • Bag types: Frequent use of black/opaque bags prevents visual checks; transparent or no-bag disposal improves sorting speed and accuracy.
  • Contamination: Food containers are often not rinsed, causing odor and mold risks; mixed single-bag disposal hampers recycling; Styrofoam reappeared in multiple locations.
  • Misplaced items: Organic waste (leaves, branches, dust) and disposable masks/tissues were observed in yellow bins; refer to attached slides in Student Village area and few Staff units

Simple reminders for everyone

  • Segregate at home & at the source into three categories
  • Use transparent bags or no bag for yellow-bin recyclables.
  • Rinse, dry, and flatten food and drink containers before disposal.
  • Place organic waste in green bins for composting.
  • Dispose of masks, Styrofoam, and tissues in general/landfill bins, not in yellow bins.
  • Avoid Styrofoam where possible; use recyclable or compostable alternatives.
  • Report peeling labels or overflowing bins to OSC so we can act promptly.

Waste Segregation Pledge—still open

  • Join the AIT Waste Segregation Pledge to receive a personal segregation bin for your dorm room.
  • Pledged bins will remain for future residents to help embed good habits across cohorts.
  • Sign-up details are available through OSC—pledge to support AIT’s NetZero and zero-waste goals.

Ongoing OSC initiative—E-Waste Management Campaign

  • Please identify and separate unused or obsolete electronics such as chargers, phones, laptops, monitors, printers, keyboards, and power banks.
  • For office e-waste, email director-osc@ait.ac.th for collection guidance.
  • For personal e-waste, drop items at the AIT Store (OFAM premises).
  • OSC and OPIA will ensure environmentally responsible handling and disposal.
  • Academic Write-Offs Due 20 Nov; Community Drop-Offs by 26 Nov

We therefore kindly urge everyone to follow the waste-segregation instructions responsibly. Your cooperation is essential not only for maintaining a clean campus but also for safeguarding your own well-being as AIT continues to invest in creating a healthier, more sustainable living environment for all.  

Consistent small actions today create a better campus tomorrow.  

5)  Major Cricket Events to be Held at AIT: ICC Emerging Women’s Trophy 2025 & 33rd SEA Games 2025

Email from Director of OFAM on 14 November 2025

 Dear AIT Community,

 
Please be informed that two major cricket events will be held at our Multi-Purpose Cricket/Football Grounds as follows:
 
1. ICC Emerging Women's Trophy 2025
Practice Date: 16 to 18 November 2025
Tournament Date: 19 to 30 November 2025
 
2. 33rd SEA Games 2025 (Cricket)
Tournament Date: 9 to 19 December 2025
 
During the SEA Games, we would like the community to be aware of the traffic flow (vehicles and pedestrians) in the vicinity of the Multi-Purpose Cricket/Football Grounds.
 
May we also request that the community refrain from using the main grounds from tomorrow until 21 December 2025. This period will be used for preparation, the actual events, and the dismantling of the game setups.
 
Thank you for your understanding and support. 
 
6) Doctoral Final Examination - Mr. Jednipat Moonrinta (117746)
Mr. Jednipat Moonrinta (117746), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science, Department of  Information and Communication Technologies, School of Engineering and Technology, will have his final examination on 1 December 2025 (Monday) at 09:00 hrs (Bangkok Time) by Zoom. His dissertation title is " Transformer-Based Aggregation for Sequential Face Recognition  ."

 

The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:

 

Prof. Matthew N. Dailey (Chairperson)

Dr. Chaklam Silpasuwanchai (Member)

Dr. Adisorn Lertsinsrubtavee (Member)

Prof. Huynh Trung Luong (Member)

 

 

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

 

https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/92906163887?pwd=rv3IQLkjIMwZVOIeQQcbb00YQHjBYj.1
or
Meeting ID: 929 0616 3887
Passcode: 586644

 
7) Doctoral Final Examination -  Mr. Huynh Vinh Phuc (122358)
 Mr. Huynh Vinh Phuc (122358), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Business Administration in the School of Management, will have his final examination on 1 December 2025 (Monday) at 15:30 hrs (Bangkok Time) by Zoom. His dissertation title is "Balancing Acts: The Influence of Humor, Creativity, and Mindfulness on a Salesperson's Performance."

 

The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:

 

Dr. Muhammad Junaid(Chairperson)
Prof. Yuosre F. Badir (Member)
Dr. Ram C. Bhujel (Member)
 

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

 

Join Zoom Meeting  https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/96879021003?pwd=3m9Lrp2VgL2wVHrGzSU6KAxT2Fv3eE.1
 
Meeting ID: 968 7902 1003
Passcode: 392778

 
 
8) Doctoral Final Examination - Mr. Hoang Van Tho (123329)
Mr. Hoang Van Tho (123329), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Business Administration in the School of Management, will have his final examination on 1 December 2025 (Monday) at 14:00 hrs (Bangkok Time) by Zoom. His dissertation title is "Blockchain Application in Hospitals to Digitalize Healthcare Services: Designing a Distributed Electronic Health Record Ecosystem in Vietnamese Public Hospitals."

 

The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:

 

Prof. Yuosre F. Badir(Chairperson)
Dr. Muhammad Junaid (Member)
Prof. Mongkol Ekpanyapong (Member)
 

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

 

Join Zoom Meeting  https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/93871165405?pwd=zWFW3ZbP8DtFJUGb3NcAn2V2LkarVO.1
 
Meeting ID: 938 7116 5405
Passcode: 832641

 
9) Doctoral Final Examination : Mr. Muhammad Tayyab Afzal (122024)
 
Mr. Muhammad Tayyab Afzal (122024), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems, Department of  Information and Communication Technologies, School of Engineering and Technology, will have his final examination on 1 December 2025 (Monday) at 11:00 hrs (Bangkok Time) by Zoom. His dissertation title is " Heatwave Vulnerability Assessment Framework and Determining the Ecological Evaluation of LULC in Urban and Non-Urban Areas of Karachi, Pakistan  ."

 

The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:

 

Prof. Nitin K. Tripathi (Chairperson)

Dr. Sarawut Ninsawat (Co-chairperson)

Dr. Indrajit Pal (Member)

Dr. Farhad Zulfiqar (Member)

 

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

 

Join Zoom Meeting
https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/95953115336?pwd=ojVMLmOswjIvSGCAATod93QTGsBSlQ.1

Meeting ID: 959 5311 5336
Passcode: RSGIS 

 

10) Doctoral Final Examination : Ms. Tanawan Sutantaviboon (122408)

Ms. Tanawan Sutantaviboon (122408), 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 her final examination on 1 December 2025 (Monday) at 09:30 hrs (Bangkok Time) by Zoom. Her dissertation title is "Analysis of Motorcycle Riders' Gap Acceptance at Unsignalized Mid-Block Crosswalks."

 

The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:

 

Prof. Kunnawee Kanitpong (Chairperson)

Dr. Ampol Karoonsoontawong (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/93376873480

Meeting ID: 933 7687 3480

 
 11) Doctoral Final Examination : Mr. Ratthanin Sangsayan (117310)
 
Mr. Ratthanin Sangsayan (117310), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management, Department of  Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources, School of Environment, Resources and Development, will have his final examination on 2 December 2025 (Tuesday) at 13:30 hrs by Zoom. His dissertation title is "Sustainable Development of Shrimp Farming in Thailand: A Comparative Study of the Innovative and the Conventional Farming Systems."

 

The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:

 

Dr. K. R. Salin (Chairperson)

Prof. Avishek Datta (Member)

Dr. Amararatne Yakupitiyage (Member)

 

 

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

 

https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/98119014158?pwd=NGRZZnZsREttcVZkT284RUN2ZVpvZz09

 

Meeting ID: 981 1901 4158

Passcode: 843598

 
12) Doctoral Final Examination : Ms. Qinbin Yu (120620)
 
Ms. Qinbin Yu (120620), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Resources Management, Department of  Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources, School of Environment, Resources and Development, will have her final examination on 2 December 2025 (Tuesday) at 13:30 hrs by Zoom. Her dissertation title is "Assessment of Agricultural Productivity and Socio-Economic Conditions of Small-Scale Farmers in Northern Thailand Using SDG Indicators."
 
The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:
 
Dr. Thi Phuoc Lai Nguyen (Chairperson)
 
Prof. Rajendra P. Shrestha (Member)
 
Prof. Vilas Nitivattananon (Member)
 
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
 
Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 990 7237 5351
Passcode: 575629
 
13) Doctoral Final Examination : Ms. Jureerut Somboon (121663)
 
Ms. Jureerut Somboon (121663), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Development and Sustainability, Department of  Development and Sustainability, School of Environment, Resources and Development, will have her final examination on 2 December 2025 (Tuesday) at 10:00 hrs by Zoom. Her dissertation title is "Integrated Management Frameworks and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Indicators 2.3.1 and 2.3.2 for Assessing Small Farm Households' Performance: The Case of Chiang Mai, Thailand."
 
The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:
 
Dr. Thi Phuoc Lai Nguyen (Chairperson)
 
Prof. Vilas Nitivattananon (Member)
 
Dr. Ekbordin Winijkul (Member)
 
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
 
Join Zoom Meeting
 
Meeting ID: 999 8811 6919
Passcode: 221204
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 Workshops/ Trainings/ Conferences  

 

 

 

1) Advancing the Sustainability in Plastics Circular Economy

Dates: 2 to 6 December
Location: AIT, Thailand

We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the upcoming CPEN Training Course, hosted by AIT, Thailand, featuring sessions delivered by academic experts on circular economy, environmental economics and policy innovation from Brunel University of London, University College London and AIT.

Apply through the following link: https://forms.gle/4q8MtpnASkEvjwsY8

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of economic and governance principles and the
    importance of policy innovation to transition to sustainability.
  • Develop practical expertise through interactive workshops and case studies on econometrics
    and mass flow analysis.
  • Learn from leading academics, industry experts, and policymakers.
  • Build professional networks with peers from diverse disciplines and sectors.

Who Should Apply

The course is ideal for:

  • Early-career researchers and postgraduate students.
  • Professionals in the environmental management sector, engineering, business, and policy.
  • Practitioners seeking to strengthen their expertise in plastics system analysis for decision-making.

Format

  • Duration: 5 days
  • Delivery: In-person
  • Methods: Lectures, hands-on training, group work, and discussions.

Fees and Funding

  • Course Fee: FREE
  • Participants will cover their own travel and accommodation expenses.
  • Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

How to Apply

Interested participants should submit: A brief CV (max. 2 pages) and a short statement of motivation (max. 300 words).

Deadline for applications: 7th November 2025
Notification of acceptance: 14th November 2025

Please note that we have a very limited number of seats, only 12. We will follow a First come

first served basis for selection of participants.

Contact

For queries and further information, please contact:
Prathana Panwar: prathana@ait.asia; Sirayuth Thongprasert: sirayuth@ait.asia

 

 

 

 

2) Mastering Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Join us for a two-day intensive training designed to equip professionals with essential skills to integrate Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) into strategic decision-making processes.

Date: 18–19 December 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Venue: Asian Institute of Technology Conference Center, Thailand

Course Highlights:

  • Understand LCA principles, standards, and ISO frameworks
  • Conduct goal and scope definition
  • Interpret results for strategic decision-making
  • Apply LCA in sustainability reporting
  • Integrate LCA into procurement and product design

Facilitator: Dr. Anish Ghimire (Asian Institute of Technology)

Special Experts:

  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Trakarn Prapaspongsa (Mahidol University)
  • Prof. Shabbir H. Gheewala (King Mongkut’s University of Technology)

Who Should Attend?

  • Managers & Executives
  • Sustainability Officers
  • Environmental Consultants
  • Project Planners & Policy Makers
  • Researchers & Academics

Registration Fee: 250 USD (or equivalent in Thai Baht) – includes training materials, lunch, refreshments, and a certificate. 

Register Now! Scan the QR code in the flyer or click here: https://forms.gle/jkhh7xV66wuRQx1y7

For any inquiries, please contact Dr. Anish Ghimire at anish-ghimire@ait.asia.

3) 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) 

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 C. Visitors/ MoU/ Agreement  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D. Faculty & Staff Travel

  • Prof.Weerakorn Ongsakul, Faculty-SERD /UK/ 30 December 2025 - 6 January 2026
  • Prof. Sangam Shrestha, Dean-SET /Nepal/ 18 December 2025 - 3 January 2026
  • Prof.Weerakorn Ongsakul, Faculty-SERD /Laos/ 10-13 December 2025
  • Prof. Mukand S.Babel, Faculty-SET /Germany, 2-7 December 2025
  • Prof.Kyoko Kusakabe, Faculty, SERD /Chiangmai, Thailand / 30 November - 4 December 2025
  • Dr. Simon Guerrero Cruz, Faculty-SERD /China/  26 November -1 December 2025
  • Ms.Sirima Sirimattayanan, IA/ Singapore/ 3 - 4 December 2025
  • Ms. Sanda Thant, SERD /Chiangmai, Thailand/  30 November - 4 December 2025 
  • Ms.Worawan Sumroetrum, AIT Extension /Lao/ 7 - 10 December 2025
  • Ms. Watcharathorn Chantinmathor, SERD / Laos/ 10-13 December 2025
  • Ms. Surangrat Phusuwan, SERD / Laos/ 10-13 December 2025
  • Dr. Jirawadee Polprasert, SERD / Laos/ 9-13 December 2025
  • Chollada Wongpanich, SERD/ Chiangmai, Thailand / 30 November - 4 December 2025
  • Dr. Nurul Husna Hassan, Faculty-SET/ Germany/  2 - 7 December 2025
  • Dr. Ayushman Bhatt, SERD/ Chiangmai, Thailand / 30 November - 4 December 2025
  • Dr. K. R. Salin, Faculty, SERD /South Africa/ 30 November - 6 December 2025
  • Dr. Kuo Chieh Chao, Faculty-SET/ Taiwan/  28 November -1 December 2025
  • Prof. Jai Govind Singh, Faculty -SERD/ India/ 3 - 9 December 2025
  • Prof. Shobhakar Dhakal, Faculty-SERD /China/ 30 November -15 December 2025
  • Mr. Furqan Ali Shaikh, AI Center /Pakistan/ 30 November -17 December 2025
  • Mr. Karun Mooksrisai, GIC / Indonesia/ 1 - 5 December 2025
  • Mr.Hau Cong Nguyen, GIC / Indonesia/ 1 - 5 December 2025
  • Ms. Sarina Pradhan Thapa, SERD /Nepal/ 27 November -1 December 2025
  • Ms.Ushnish Tuladhar, GIC / Indonesia/ 1 - 5 December 2025
  • Ms.Tafhima Tabassum, SOM /Nepal/ 28 November- 1 December 2025

 

 E. Classifieds (jobs) 

 
Ref.no Position Type Posted date
Fac 8/25 Assistant/Associate Professor, SET/AIoT Faculty November 26, 2025
28/25 Dean of Faculty Business Management Staff November 27, 2025
16/25 Recruitment and Data Analyst, OHRS Staff November 25, 2025
26/25 Technician, SET-STE Staff November 11, 2025
27/25 Laboratory Attendant, SET-STE Staff November 11, 2025
 

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