WEEK 21, 19 - 25 May 2025
In this issue:
C. Visitors/ MoU/ Agreement Signing
1. Announcement: Task Force for the AIT Center in Nepal
Email from AIT President on 15 May 2025
Dear Members of the AIT Community,
I am pleased to announce the formation of a Task Force to establish the AIT Center in Nepal (AIT CN), as part of AIT’s broader strategic initiative to strengthen regional engagement and expand our academic and research presence in South Asia. The proposed AIT CN aims to serve as a dynamic hub for advanced research, capacity building, and academic collaboration, aligned with Nepal’s national priorities and broader regional development goals.
The Task Force, chaired by Prof. Sangam Shrestha, Dean of the School of Engineering and Technology and Co-Director of the Global Water and Sanitation Center, has been entrusted with developing a comprehensive plan for the establishment of the Center. The composition of the Task Force is as follows:
- Prof. Sangam Shrestha, Dean, School of Engineering and Technology; Co-Director, Global Water and Sanitation Center
- Dr. Kuo-Chieh Chao, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Civil and Infrastructure Engineering
- Mr. Voravate Chonlasin, Executive Director, AIT Extension
- Dr. Phung Van Dong, Executive Director, AIT Center Vietnam
- Dr. Dibesh Khadka, Lab Manager and Affiliated Faculty, Water Engineering and Management
2) Special Presentation: Seminar by Dr. Sandi Darniadi
We are pleased to invite you to a Seminar by Dr. Sandi Darniadi, Researcher Food Processing, Western Java, Indonesia
Topic: Spray Drying Technique
Date: 19 May 2025, Monday
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=98658640571
Meeting ID: 307 566 7741
3) Special Presentation: Seminar by Dr. Deepika Kohli
We are pleased to invite you to a Seminar by Dr. Deepika Kohli Assistant Professor, Andhra Pradesh, India
Date: 19 May 2025, Monday
Time: 3:00 PM – 4 PM.
Venue: SERD Meeting room [S-101] / Hybrid
Join Zoom Meeting
https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/3075667741?omn=97138638998
Meeting ID: 307 566 7741
4) Special Presentation: Seminar by Dr. Muhammad Bilal Sadiq
We are pleased to invite you to a Seminar by Dr. Muhammad Bilal Sadiq,
Associate Professor & chairperson, Pakistan
Date: 20 May 2025, Tuesday
Time: 09:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Venue: SERD Meeting room [S-101] / Hybrid
Join Zoom Meeting
https://ait-ac-th.zoom.us/j/3075667741?omn=94735370542
Meeting ID: 307 566 7741
5) Broadcast of the 143rd graduation ceremonies
Email from AIT Helpdesk on 9 May 2025
The 143rd graduation ceremonies will be live streamed on YouTube on 23 May 2025 at 09:30 hrs. (SET) and 14:00 hrs. (SERD, SOM) from the following URL:
https://www.youtube.com/live/WlmOFBN7JVI
Happy viewing
6) 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!
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) 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.
10) 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.
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 / Philippines/ 27 - 30 May 2025
- Prof.Sangam Shrestha, Dean-SET/ Nepal/ 15-19 May 2025
- Prof.Sangam Shrestha, Dean-SET/ Philippines/ 26 - 29 May 2025
- Dr. Thaung Htut Aung, Executive Director, AITSolutions /Phillippines/ 27 - 30 May 2025
- Prof.Rajendra Shrestha, Faculty-SERD/ Indonesia/ 18 - 21 May 2025
- Dr. Sarawut Ninsawat, Faculty-SET /Japan/ 31 May - 30 June 2025
- Prof. Rajendra Shrestha, Faculty-SERD/ Indonesia/ 18 - 21 May 2025
- Prof. BHW. Hadikusumo, Faculty-CEIM/SET /Vietnam/ 18 - 26 June 2025
- Mrs.Woranuch Chumchat/ CEIM-SET/ Vietnam/ 18 - 22 June 2025
- Prof.Thammarat Koottatep, GWSC/ New Zealand/ 23 May -5 June 2025
- Dr .Kuo Chieh Chao, Faculty-SET/ Taiwan/ 20 - 27 May 2025
- Mr. Sanjeev Jayasinghe, Executive Director, OAAA/ USA/ 17 - 28 June 2025
- Prof. Attaphongse Taparugssar, Faculty-SET/ Italy/ 26 May - 26 June 2025
- Ms.Indra Kumari, OIPA-IA/ Phillipines/ 26 - 29 May 2025
- Petcharat Wongthong, AIT Solutions/Phillippines/ 28 - 30 May 2025
E. Classifieds (jobs)
| Ref.no | Position | Type | Posted date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fac 2/25 | Faculty Position, SERD-DPMI | Faculty | May 8, 2025 |
| Fac 1/25 | Assistant Professor, SET/ISE | Faculty | March 26, 2025 |
| 3/25 | Laboratory Supervisor, SET-ISE | Staff | April 24, 2025 |