Week 18, 27 April - 2 May 2026
In this issue:
C. Visitors/ MoU/ Agreement Signing
1) Invitation to the Prominent Alumni Talk Series on 11 May 2026
The DEA-Office of Advancement and Alumni Affairs (OAAA) and the AIT Alumni Association (AITAA) cordially invite you to the first Prominent Alumni Talk Series 2026. The talk, titled "Augmenting Physics with Perception: Building the Intelligence Layer for Infrastructure 2.0," will be delivered by Prof. Sriram Narasimhan, a distinguished AIT alumnus who earned his Master's degree in Water Resources Engineering in 1996. He currently serves as Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles, USA.
Date: Monday, 11 May 2026
Time: 11:00 hrs. Bangkok time / (Universal Time Coordinate-UTC+7)
Meeting ID: 935 1792 5726
Passcode: 502942
Click here for the registration link or scan the QR code below:
2) Blood Donation Announcement
Email from the Medical Center on 21 April 2026
We again would like to ask for your help. The next visit for blood donation is scheduled on Thursday, 4th June 2026, 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.
3) Healthcare Discounts at Bumrungrad International Hospital
Email from the Office of Human Resources Services on 16 April 2026
Dear AIT Faculty, Staff, and Students,
We are pleased to announce a continued partnership with Bumrungrad International Hospital, providing exclusive healthcare discounts to all AIT staff, their dependents, and students.
Exclusive Discount Rates
Inpatient Room: Up to 15% Off (All room types; excludes meals, facilities, and nursing fees)
Medical Services: Up to 15% Off Medications, Laboratory, X-ray, and Medical Supplies
Dental Services: 10% Off (Excludes Orthodontics)
How to Receive Your Benefits
To ensure you receive these special rates, please follow these simple steps at the hospital cashier before making a payment:
For Staff & Students: Simply present your AIT Employee ID card or Student ID card.
For Family Members (Dependents): To extend these privileges to your family, the AIT employee or student must accompany them to the hospital. Please ensure the cardholder has their ID ready to verify the discount for their dependents.
Payment & Terms
Cash vs. Card: Enjoy a 15% discount for cash payments and a 10% discount for credit card payments.
Exclusions: These discounts do not apply to doctors' fees, chemotherapy, special medicines, or existing promotional packages.
Insurance: If you are using insurance, these benefits apply as a discount in addition to your insurance coverage.
For more information, you may contact the hospital directly at 02-011-3111 or email Corporatesales@bumrungrad.com.
We hope this partnership helps you and your loved ones stay healthy and well-supported.
4) Reminder: Licensing of Google AI Pro for Education
Email from Helpdesk on 16 April 2026
While our Google Workspace Education Plus subscription provides fundamental AI features via Gemini Education Plus, some users need more advanced AI tools. Google offers Google AI Pro for Education as a separate premium license to meet this need. Please refer to the link below for a comparison of the two options:
https://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/gfe_ai_offerings_free_vs_paid.pdf
The license cost for Google AI Pro Education is 7,800/year for subscriptions of at least 50 users. If you are interested in using it, please submit your request by completing the request form available from the below link:
https://helpdesk.ait.ac.th/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/04/GoogleAIEd...
If a minimum subscription of 50 is not met by 30 April 2026, a full refund will be processed immediately.
5) Doctoral Final Examination - Mr. Terdkiad Nontapot (122158)
Email from the Registry Office on 16 April 2026
Mr. Terdkiad Nontapot (122158), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Geotechnical and Earth Resources Engineering, Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, will have his final examination on 28 April 2026 (Tuesday) at 09:00 hrs in Room N245A, GTE Meeting Room and by Zoom. His dissertation title is "Landslide Hazard Mapping using a Combination of Artificial Intelligence and Geotechnical Engineering Approach."
The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:
Dr. Kup-Chieh Chao (Chairperson)
Dr. Avirut Puttiwongrak (Member)
Dr. Sarawut Ninsawat (Member)
Prof. Suttisak Soralump (Member)
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/6065248572?pwd=zaUottbCzI2vTPGGuCXgNzSbYC3Sk...
6) Doctoral Final Examination - Mr. Tran Trong Viet (122396)
Email from the Registry Office on 20 April 2026
Mr. Tran Trong Viet (122396), a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Business Administration in the School of Management, will have his final examination on 24 April 2026 (Friday) at 09:00 hrs (Bangkok Time) via Zoom. His dissertation title is "The Role of Innovation in Mediating the Influence of CEO's Characteristics on the Performance of Technology Firms in Vietnam."
The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:
Dr. Vimolwan Yukongdi (Chairperson)
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
Join Zoom Meeting https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/99743766098?pwd=u5V1Tak9yTj1QAU72ursSdPcTp4jQ5.1
Meeting ID: 997 4376 6098
Passcode: 618258
7) Doctoral Final Examination - Ms. Kristina Palomo Badec (123342)
Email from the Registry Office on 25 April 2026
The members of her Program Committee members are as follows:
Meeting ID: 983 4192 1016
Passcode: 253522
8)Doctoral Final Examination-
Mr. Nguyen Quang Trong (124059)
Email from the Registry Office on 24 April 20262/
The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/7723330373?omn=92745963582
Meeting ID: 772 333 0373
10) Doctoral Final Examination- Mr. Gautam Dadhich (120591)
The members of his Program Committee members are as follows:
All those who are interested in the topic are invited to join.
https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/99668624988?pwd=qLGU9YHgaqMARbUDT8Rb21kQkWST2c.1
Meeting ID: 996 6862 4988
Passcode: FAST
11) Introducing our New Employees
We are delighted to welcome the newest members of the AIT family. Let us all wish them a successful and fulfilling journey with us.
Welcome aboard!
Workshops/ Trainings/ Conferences
1) Natural Resource Economics for Green Transition
Course Fees Details
Duration: 5 Days (26-30 April, 2026)
Format: In-person / Online
Target Group: 15–20 participants
Fee:
THB 47,500 / USD 1500 (In-person)
THB 39,500 / USD 1200 (Online)
Early Bird & Group Discounts Available. (Please register before 31 March, 2026)
Enroll today and gain the skills to integrate economics into sustainability leadership.
Contact: AIT Extension (Course Coordinator )
Sk Shahin Hossain
Email: shahin@ait.asia
Mobile: +66 850196532 (WhatsApp)
For more information and application, please visit
https://extension.ait.ac.th/course/ait-certificate-course-natural-resource-economics-green-transition
2) Invitation: Intensive 2-week Entrepreneurship Program [LEADER Project]
Program Details
- Dates/Time: 18-29 May 2026 | 09:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- Location: AIT Main Campus — AIT Entrepreneurship Center
- Format: Intensive, hands-on, in-person program
- Partner: Ivey Business School at Western University, Canada
What You’ll Gain
- Participants of the LEADER Project will walk away with:
- World-class Case Method teaching used by top business schools globally
- A complete business startup kit and practical templates
- One-on-one mentorship with expert instructors and industry practitioners
- Skills in leadership, marketing, strategy, and operations
- A strong network of fellow Thai entrepreneurs, AIT students, and alumni
Who Should Apply?
This program is ideal for:
- University students with entrepreneurial ideas they want to develop
- Early-stage entrepreneurs seeking structured guidance and mentorship
- spiring founders ready to take their first serious steps toward building a business
- Anyone who wants to sharpen their leadership and business skills
Commitment is a key to joining! Spots are limited. Apply now to secure your place: https://tinyurl.com/AIT-LEADER-2026
3) The International Conference on Sustainable Energy (ICUE 2026)
The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is proud to host the International Conference on sUstainable Energy (ICUE 2026) from 28–30 October 2026 in Thailand. Technically co-sponsored by the IEEE Power and Energy Society (IEEE PES), this year’s ICUE edition focuses on the intersection of climate goals, energy security, and digital innovation under the theme “Achieving Energy Security and Climate Goals through Sustainable and Smart Solutions”.
The Technical Program Committee of the ICUE 2026 is officially inviting applications for Special Session Organizers. We encourage you to read the full details (i.e. guidelines, relevant dates, proposal submissions) available at this link here: Call for Special Session Organizer.
Key Deadlines:
• Organizer Application Deadline: 10 February 2026
• TPC Decision Notification: 17 February 2026
• Paper Submission Deadline: 31 March 2026
• Paper Registration Deadline: 31 July 2026
Organizer Requirements:
• Session Scope: Titles and themes must align with ICUE 2026 Key Conference Themes.
• Composition: Each session requires at least 10 fully paid/registered papers and at least one contributor from overseas.
• Logistics: One organizer must be physically present at the venue to conduct the session.
• Application: Submit the official form including a session title, abstract (200–300 words), technical outline (150–180 words), and organizer CVs.
Organizer Benefits:
• Registration Waivers: Main organizers receive a 50% to 75% fee waiver based on the number of registered papers (10 or 15), inclusive of a lead paper.
• Accommodation: One twin-bed sharing room at the AIT Conference Center hotel is provided during the conference dates. Airfare, local transportation, and allowance will not be provided.
Interested special session organizers should submit their application and proposal along with the brief CV via email: icue2026@ait.ac.th. Please use the downloadable form from here: Call for Special Session Organizer.
Please Visit Our Website (https://icue2026.ait.ac.th) for More Information
| Important Dates to Remember 31 March 2026 Due Date for Paper Submission. 15 May – 30 June 2026 Notification of Acceptance (PAPER). 31 July 2026 Camera-ready PAPER Submission Deadline. 15 August 2026 End of Early-Bird Registration period. 28 – 30 October 2026 CONFERENCE |
- Ms. Chollada Wongpanich /Mahasarakham/ 14 January -30 September 2026
- Mr. Huno Solomon Kofi Mensah /Indonesia/ 19 - 29 April 2026
- Mr. Santipong Grailert /Indonesia/ 19 - 29 April 2026
- Mr. Md.Omar Farouk /Singapore/ 26 April - 9 May 2026
- Ms. Kesirin Jinda /Indonesia/ 19 - 29 April 2026
- Mr. Md.Omar Farouk /Singapore/ 26 April - 9 May 2026
- Ms. Kesirin Jinda /Indonesia/ 19-29 april 2026
- Dr. Guilberto Borongan /Indonesia/ 19 - 29 April 2026
- Prof. Pennung Warnitchai /Nepal/ 3 - 6 May 2026
- Prof. Shobhakar Dhakal /Nepal/ 29 April - 4 May 2026
- Dr. Manzul K.Hazarika /Cambodia/ 26 - 28 April 2026
| Ref.no | Position | Type | Posted date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/26 | Legal Officer, AIT | Staff | April 2, 2026 |
| 10/26 | Senior Driver / Motorpool Supervisor, OFAM | Staff | April 2, 2026 |
| Fac 4/26 | Assistant Professor, FAST-BME | Staff | March 9, 2026 |