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Representatives from Dong-A university visited Chula Engineering

Author: Siraprapa Boonsuk

| 30 October 2024 by Siraprapa Boonsuk

On October 21, 2024, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit (Dean, Faculty of Engineering), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sawekchai Tangaramvong (Associate Dean of Academic Affairs), and Assoc. Prof. Natt Leelawat (Assistant Dean of International Affairs) welcome Prof. Haewoo Lee (President, Dong-A university), Prof. Mira Jun (Dean, Office of Academic Affairs), Prof. Sang Mun Shin (Dean, Office of Admissions), Prof. Young Jin Ro (ex-Dean, Office of Planning), Prof. Hyuntae Park (Dean, Office of International Affairs), and Ms. Lily Yang (Coordinator, Office of International Affairs) from Dong-A university, at Suan Ruam Jai Meeting Room 2, Engineering Building 3, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University.

In addition to the introduction of each organization, there was a discussion on exchange student, researcher, professor and collaboration topics between Dong-A University and Chulalongkorn University.

Chulalongkorn University Celebrates China-Thailand Diplomatic Milestone with “China Stories” Event Highlighting Chinese Enterprises’ Integration into Higher Education

Author: Siraprapa Boonsuk

| 29 October 2024 by Siraprapa Boonsuk

Bangkok, October 25, 2024 – The Faculty of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, in collaboration with the Chinese Cultural Center in Bangkok, hosted the “China Stories” program, focusing on the entry of Chinese enterprises into Thai universities. This event celebrated the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and the People’s Republic of China. Under the theme “Development of China-Thailand Economic, Trade, and Cultural Relations under the Framework of a China-Thailand Community with a Shared Future – Finance · High Technology · Automotive · Engineering,” the program aimed to strengthen economic, technological, and cultural ties between the two nations.

Prof. Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of Chulalongkorn University, and Ms. Xu Lan, Counselor of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Thailand, presided over the event. In his keynote address, President Wilert expressed Chulalongkorn University’s commitment to fostering excellence in academia and innovation by welcoming Chinese enterprises to collaborate within the university. “Chulalongkorn University is dedicated to becoming a hub of academic and innovative excellence. By integrating Chinese enterprises into our academic environment, we are not only enhancing our business and scientific collaborations but also connecting scholars, students, and entrepreneurs. Together, we aim to develop impactful innovations with global influence.”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and co-host of the event, highlighted the significance of this partnership. “Engineering in the 21st century plays a crucial role, not only in solving complex technical problems but also in driving policy and economic frameworks on both national and global scales. The presence of Chinese enterprises at our university will be a powerful catalyst for creating innovations that address future challenges, from automated production systems and clean technology to sustainable infrastructure development.”

The “China Stories” program reflects Chulalongkorn University’s vision to bridge international academic and business communities, fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge and innovation can thrive.

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Chula Engineering and Delta Electronics Thailand Inaugurate Power Electronics Laboratory and Sign MOU for Educational Collaboration

Author: Siraprapa Boonsuk

| 16 October 2024 by Siraprapa Boonsuk

October 10, 2024 — The Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University (Chula Engineering), in collaboration with Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited, officially inaugurated the Delta Power Electronics Laboratory at Chula Engineering. This landmark event also featured the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the university and Delta Electronics, aimed at advancing research, development, and education in power electronics.
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, hosted the ceremony alongside distinguished guests, including Mr. Suthiket Thatpitakkul, Deputy Secretary General of the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI).
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Highlighting the importance of this partnership, Assoc. Prof. Witaya said, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Delta Electronics to provide our students with hands-on experience in power electronics. This new laboratory will significantly enhance the learning environment, enabling students to engage with cutting-edge technologies and better prepare them for the future. This collaboration underscores our commitment to nurturing the next generation of engineers who will drive Thailand’s technological and industrial progress.”
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Delta Power Electronics Laboratory: Empowering Future Engineers
The Delta Power Electronics Laboratory represents a strategic step forward in enhancing Chula Engineering’s capabilities in research and development. Sponsored by Delta Electronics, the state-of-the-art facility is equipped with advanced instruments that allow students to gain practical experience in power electronics testing and innovation. By integrating real-world applications into the curriculum, the lab is set to become a center for excellence in power electronics education.
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The laboratory aligns with Thailand’s national Thailand 4.0 policy, which focuses on innovation-driven development. This initiative is expected to bolster the university’s efforts to cultivate engineering talent that can contribute to the country’s transition towards a more technologically advanced economy.
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MOU Signing for Collaborative Excellence in Education
The MOU signed between Delta Electronics (Thailand) PCL and Chula Engineering marks a significant milestone in educational collaboration. The agreement aims to strengthen academic programs, support innovative research, and foster dynamic environments for Work-Integrated Learning and Cooperative Education Programs. Through this partnership, the Faculty of Engineering is committed to creating new opportunities for students to engage with the industry and develop skills that are critical for Thailand’s future engineering workforce.
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“We are excited to see this collaboration grow,” Assoc. Prof. Witaya added. “Together with Delta Electronics, we will work to elevate the quality of education and contribute to the nation’s goal of becoming a leader in technology and innovation.”
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Mr. Victor Cheng, CEO of Delta Electronics (Thailand) PCL, highlighted the significance of the partnership: “This MOU is a testament to the power of collaboration between the private sector and academic institutions. Together, we can foster real, long-lasting progress in technology that benefits not just the industry, but society as a whole. Our commitment is to nurture Thailand’s future engineers, empowering them with the skills and knowledge to shape the high-tech industries of tomorrow and drive the country forward.”

Representatives from The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) visited Chula Engineering

Author: Siraprapa Boonsuk

| 10 October 2024 by Siraprapa Boonsuk

On October 7, 2024, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit (Dean of Faculty of Engineering), Assoc. Prof. Sawekchai Tangaramvong (Associate Dean of Academics Affairs), Prof. Chalermchon Satirapod (Associate Dean of Research Affairs), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Natt Leelawat (Assistant Dean for International Affairs) and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Charusluk Viphavakit (Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs) from Chula Engineering welcomed representatives from The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), Dr. Hoang-Phuong Phan, (Associate Dean International ASEAN), Ms. Kiri Murphy (Head of International Development – Engineering), and Kakanang Kittikovit (Country Manager – Thailand Division of Education & Student Experience) at Suan Ruam Jai Meeting Room 2, Engineering Building 3, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University.

In addition to the introduction of each organization, there was a discussion on future collaboration topics such as exchange students, online course, etc. between The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) and Chula Engineering.

Chula Engineering faculty members and students together with AIT’s Ph.D. Student won the Gold Medals and Special Awards from iCAN2024

Author: Siraprapa Boonsuk

| 4 October 2024 by Siraprapa Boonsuk

On August 24, 2024, the Toronto International Society of Innovation & Advanced Skills (TISIAS), Canada, hosted the 9th Annual Edition of the International Invention Innovation Competition in Canada (iCAN 2024). The event saw participation from innovators 50 countries and regions from around the world.

The project titled “Exploring Human’s Decision Making in Tsunami Disaster Evacuation using Virtual Reality,” by Assoc. Prof. Natt Leelawat, D.Eng. (Associate Professor, Department of Industrial Engineering, Chula Engineering), Dr. Jing Tang (Lecturer, International School of Engineering (ISE), Chula Engineering), Mr. Kao Jongsaratis and Mr. Thachapong Chumpasiri (Undergraduate students, Department of Industrial Engineering, Chula Engineering), and Mr. Nattapon Trumikaborworn (Ph.D. student, Asian Institute of Technology), won the Gold Medal at iCAN 2024. Additionally, this innovative received the TISIAS Special Award from the Toronto International Society of Innovation & Advanced Skills, and the TUMMIAD Special Award from the Turkish Inventors Association, Turkey.

Also, the project titled “Thai Language Viral Marketing Content Generation using NLP and Generative AI,” by Dr. Jing Tang (Lecturer, ISE, Chula Engineering), Mr. Paranut Prasittipap, Mr. Pattadon Naksuwan, Ms. Yanisa Laovilailert, and Mr. Weinian (Undergraduate students, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Engineering Program, ISE, Chula, won the Gold Medal at iCAN 2024. In addition, this innovative work received the Canadian Special Award of Excellence from the Inventors Circle.

Chula Engineering and Tokyo Institute of Technology launched the collaborative course – the 9th Global Awareness for Technology Implementation (GATI#9)

Author: Siraprapa Boonsuk

| 4 October 20247 October 2024 by Siraprapa Boonsuk

The Faculty of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, in collaboration with Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan, has launched the 2024 Academic Exchange Program as a part of the course 2100310 Global Awareness for Technology Implementation (GATI), aimed at fostering academic exchange and collaborative activities between students from both countries. The program also emphasizes cultural exchange, including traditions, laws, regulations, beliefs, practices, and societal values, under the theme “Resilient City.”

On August 27, 2024, Associate Professor Natt Leelawat, D.Eng. (Assistant Dean for International Affairs), Dr. Jing Tang, and the Acting Head of the Educational Integration Mission, Academic Affairs, welcomed faculty members, staff, and students from Tokyo Institute of Technology. Associate Professor Sawekchai Tangaramvong, Ph.D. (Associate Dean for Academic Affairs) officially opened the event at the Auditorium Zone, True Lab @ Chula Engineering: 5G & Innovative Solution Center.

The participants also visited the International Program in Industrial Design at the Faculty of Architecture (CommDe ID Chula). Associate Professor Juthamas Tangsantikul, Ph.D. (Head of the Department of Industrial Design), Associate Professor Takerng Pattanopas, Ph.D. (Program Director), and Assistant Professor Puvanai Dardarananda, Ph.D. (Chair of the Communication Design Program (International Program)), shared their knowledge and experiences in innovative industrial design and guided a tour of the department’s laboratories.

The program included external study visits to various organizations, such as the FutureTales LAB Exhibition by MQDC and the National Disaster Warning Center, Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, where representatives from the warning center provided insights on resilience operations. Additionally, participants visited the Coastal Hydraulics Laboratory, presented by Assistant Professor Anurak Sriariyawat, Ph.D., from the Department of Water Resources Engineering, Chula Engineering.

The exchange program also featured a study visit on resilience and carbon credits at Koh Jik, Chanthaburi Province. The group was welcomed and briefed by Village Head and Chairman of the Koh Jik Village Committee. They also explored the Eco-Museum Community Enterprise at Ban Chang Thun, Trat Province. The visit concluded with a tour of the Kung Krabaen Bay Royal Development Study Center, focusing on interdisciplinary natural resource management and mangrove conservation, from August 31 to September 2, 2024.

Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, and ECAM LaSalle Celebrate a Decade of Successful Educational Collaboration

Author: Siraprapa Boonsuk

| 4 October 2024 by Siraprapa Boonsuk

Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, and ECAM LaSalle Celebrate a Decade of Successful Educational Collaboration

Ms. Lise Talbot-Barré, Cultural and Cooperation Counselor of the French Embassy in Thailand, and Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of Chulalongkorn University, presided over the celebration ceremony commemorating the 10th anniversary of the partnership between the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, led by Associate Professor Dr. Wittaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty, and ECAM LaSalle, a leading engineering school in France, represented by President Mr. Didier Desplanche. The ceremony was held at the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, with the presence of distinguished guests from academia, government, and private sectors, as well as representatives from French industrial companies led by Mr. Patrice Pischedda, President of the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce.

Since the beginning of their collaboration in 2014, this partnership has been a cornerstone of academic excellence and international cooperation for the past decade. The collaboration has been marked by successful student exchange programs and innovative educational initiatives that have enriched the academic experience for both students and faculty.

Key Achievements of the Collaboration:

– Student Exchange and Internships: The program has provided invaluable international experiences to students, equipping them with a global perspective and enhancing their professional opportunities. Over 50 students from ECAM LaSalle have studied at the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University over the past 10 years, and nearly 20 Thai students have had the opportunity to study at ECAM LaSalle in Lyon, France.

– Exchange of Teaching Techniques and Expertise: Faculty members from both institutions have shared knowledge and effective teaching methodologies, creating a more enriching learning environment and driving engineering skills forward in response to global changes.

This collaboration not only focuses on academic excellence but also fosters deeper cultural understanding between Thailand and France, strengthening relationships between institutions and laying the foundation for future cooperation that addresses the evolving needs of global engineering.

Associate Professor Dr. Wittaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, stated: “The past decade has been an incredible journey of innovation and mutual growth. Our partnership with ECAM LaSalle has set a high standard for international academic collaboration, and we are excited to continue building on this strong foundation. Moving forward, we will focus more on working with the industry. These collaborations create win-win opportunities, aligning the university’s research and innovation capabilities with private sector needs, which not only advances the industry but also provides opportunities for students and researchers to work on projects that have a real-world impact.”

Mr. Didier Desplanche, President of ECAM LaSalle, added: “Our 10-year collaboration with Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Engineering is a testament to the power of global partnerships in engineering education. We look forward to continuing our joint efforts and exploring new opportunities for research and student development. At ECAM LaSalle, we emphasize learning through collaboration with the industry, ensuring our students gain practical experience working with leading industries. We also focus on fostering innovation and management skills. Future cooperation examples include joint startup ventures, co-innovation projects, consulting, and problem-solving for industries.”

Mr. Patrice Pischedda, President of the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce, noted: “As the French Chamber of Commerce in Thailand, our role is to promote collaboration with Thai partners and institutions so that our members, mostly French companies based in Thailand, can work more efficiently. One key focus is recruiting and training skilled personnel, especially high-quality engineers. Therefore, we encourage and support close collaboration and exchange of information and perspectives with educational institutions to ensure that the new generation of talents can work effectively in the real world.”

The next step is to further strengthen collaboration with both Thai and French industries in Thailand and France. These collaborations will focus on research, innovation, technology transfer, and addressing social and industrial challenges. Key cooperation areas include research and development, technology transfer and innovation, internships and personnel development, consulting and problem-solving, as well as joint laboratories and research centers.

New international program ! Semiconductor Engineering (Bachelor degree) by CUEE and ISE, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University.

Author: Siraprapa Boonsuk

| 4 October 20244 October 2024 by Siraprapa Boonsuk

New international program !

Semiconductor Engineering (Bachelor degree)

by CUEE and ISE, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University.

Beginning in academic year 2025

Key features:

* Global talented semiconductor engineers

* Understanding supply chain of the semiconductor industry

* State-of-the-art IC design and fabrication

* Practices of semiconductor manufacturing

* Applications for AI & EV chips, and photonic devices

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Representatives from College of Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST) visited Chula Engineering

Author: Siraprapa Boonsuk

| 30 September 2024 by Siraprapa Boonsuk

On September 23, 2024, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sawekchai Tangaramvong (Associate Dean of Academics Affairs), Prof. Dr. Chalermchon Satirapod (Associate Dean of Research Affairs), Asst. Prof. Dr. Supattra Visessri (Assistant Dean of Research Affairs), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soorathep Kheawhom (Head of Department of Chemical Engineering) Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chaodit Aswakul (Head of Department of Electrical Engineering) Assoc. Prof. Dr. Surapong Suwankawin (Department of Electrical Engineering) Asst. Prof. Dr. Suree Pumrin (Department of Electrical Engineering) and Asst. Prof. Dr. Saran Salakij (Department of Mechanical Engineering) from Chula Engineering welcomed representatives from College of Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST), Prof. Ming-Jyh Chern (Dean, College of Engineering), Prof.Chen-Hao Wang (Vice Dean of Engineering), Prof.Yih-Lin Cheng (Vice Dean of Industry-Academia Innovation) and professor team at Suan Ruam Jai Meeting Room 2, Engineering Building 3, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University.
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In addition to the introduction of each organization, there was a discussion on future collaboration topics College of Engineering, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST) and Chula Engineering.

Chula Engineering and Keio University’s Faculty Members Win Best Paper Award at ISCIT 2024

Author: Siraprapa Boonsuk

| 30 September 2024 by Siraprapa Boonsuk

During September 23-24, 2024, the Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Telecommunications, and Information Technology Association of Thailand (ECTI Association), in collaboration with King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, hosted the 23rd International Symposium on Communications and Information Technologies (ISCIT 2024) at the Knowledge Exchange Building, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, Bangkok, Thailand. The event attracted faculty members, researchers, students, and interested participants from various countries.
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Following a selection process by a panel of esteemed judges, the research paper titled “Monitoring Industrial Zone Activities Through Wavelet Analysis of Air Quality Time Series Data” was awarded the Best Paper Award on September 24, 2024. The paper was co-authored by Assoc. Prof. Akira Kodaka, Ph.D. (Keio University, Japan, and affiliated researcher at the Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University), Assoc. Prof. Natt Leelawat, D.Eng. (Assistant Dean and Associate Professor of the Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University), and Prof. Naohiko Kohtake, Ph.D. (Keio University, Japan).
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This collaborative research between Keio University and Chulalongkorn University investigates changes in atmospheric composition, specifically the concentrations of NO2 and PM2.5, using satellite data to compare with industrial activities. The findings aim to provide valuable data for Area-Business Continuity Management Systems.

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