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Chulalongkorn University, led by the Faculty of Engineering, in collaboration with the Chula AI Center, Sasin School of Management, and the NVIDIA AI Technology Center (NVAITC), is hosting the CU × NVAITC Symposium 2026 on 16–17 July 2026 at the Sasin School of Management, Chulalongkorn University. The symposium serves as a platform for academia, government, and industry to exchange knowledge and strengthen collaborations in artificial intelligence (AI). The two-day symposium welcomes more than 300 participants, including researchers, industry leaders, government representatives, and distinguished speakers from across Asia, including Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, Vietnam, China, and Indonesia, reinforcing Thailand’s growing role as a regional hub for AI collaboration and innovation. The opening ceremony of the CU × NVAITC Symposium 2026 was held on July 16, 2026. The ceremony was presided over by Professor Wilert Puriwat, Ph.D., President of Chulalongkorn University, who emphasized the importance of collaboration among academia, government, and industry in advancing AI research and innovation for sustainable national development. Associate Professor Manoj Lohatepanont, Sc.D., Vice President of Chulalongkorn University, delivered remarks on the background and significance of the event. A major highlight of the symposium was the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Signing Ceremony between Chulalongkorn University and the NVIDIA

TAIPEI, July 3, 2026 – Continuing its comprehensive official mission in Taiwan, the high-level executive delegation from the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University (Chula Engineering), arrived in Taipei today via the Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR). Led by Dean Assoc. Prof. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Assoc. Prof. Natt Leelawat, Assistant Dean for International Affairs; and Mr. Phuwadech Doungmanee, Head of the Office of International Affairs the delegation engaged with prominent national universities and international educational alliances to expand scientific cooperation and global student talent cultivation. . The delegation, escorted by representatives from the University Alliance in Taiwan for International Educational Development (UAiTED), achieved several historic milestones in Taipei today: • Collaborative Dialogue with National Taiwan University (NTU): Strategic academic discussions took place at NTU’s College of Engineering. Hosted by Prof. Louis Ge, Associate Dean, and Prof. Chung-Hsien Kuo, Associate Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, the meeting successfully paved the way for future dual-institutional engineering projects, mutual academic exchanges, and an increased quota for exchange students to match growing student demand. • First visit at National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (Taiwan Tech / NTUST): Marking a monumental milestone, Chula Engineering entered into a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with

TAINAN, July 2, 2026 – The Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University (Chula Engineering), initiated a high-level academic and technological mission to Taiwan. A distinguished executive delegation led by Assoc. Prof. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean; Assoc. Prof. Natt Leelawat, Assistant Dean for International Affairs; and Mr. Phuwadech Doungmanee, Head of the Office of International Affairs visited National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) today to forge strategic bilateral partnerships in cutting-edge semiconductor design and biomedical engineering. . The visit, organized under the prestigious invitations of NCKU, the University Alliance in Taiwan for International Educational Development (UAiTED), and the Taiwan-Thailand Science and Technology Cooperation Center (TTSTC), aims to bridge Thailand’s premier engineering institution with Taiwan’s world-leading technology ecosystem. . Key highlights from today’s itinerary at NCKU include: – Biomedical Innovation & Medical Device Cooperation: The delegation visited the Medical Device Innovation Center (MDIC) and was warmly received by Chair Professor Fong-Chin Su, Director of MDIC, alongside a technical tour of the Biomedical Ultrasound System Lab led by Prof. Shyh-Hau Wang, Chair of the Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering. The sessions identified crucial research alignments in AI, ultrasound diagnostics, and advanced healthcare devices. – Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (EECS): Strategic academic meetings were

From 11–17 June 2026, the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, through its Office of International Affairs, organized the EBA-KRI Thailand Fieldwork 2026 under the theme “Blueprint for Resilience: Designing with Nature and People.” The program welcomed students from 11 universities across 8 countries participating in the Evidence-Based Approach (EBA) Project, providing an international platform for collaborative learning on disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and sustainable development through field-based education and evidence-based research. . The Evidence-Based Approach (EBA) Project is an international academic initiative that promotes interdisciplinary collaboration among leading universities in Asia. The project aims to cultivate future leaders capable of addressing complex environmental and societal challenges by applying evidence-based thinking, scientific knowledge, and community-centered approaches to develop practical and sustainable solutions. . The opening ceremony was held on 12 June 2026, where Assoc. Prof. Dr. Natt Leelawat, Assistant Dean for International Affairs, officially welcomed the participants. In his opening remarks, he emphasized the importance of experiential learning and highlighted Kanchanaburi Province as an ideal living laboratory where students could examine the interconnectedness of natural resources, ecosystems, disaster resilience, and sustainable community development. . Between 14 and 16 June 2026, participants conducted an intensive field study in Kanchanaburi Province.

Bangkok, 16th June 2026 –Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Co., Ltd. and the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration in technology research, innovation, and ICT talent development. The partnership aims to accelerate Thailand’s digital transformation through joint initiatives in 5G-Advanced and beyond, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), fiber broadband, and digital power technologies together with ICT talent development. . . The agreement reinforces a longstanding collaboration between Huawei and Chulalongkorn University and establishes a framework for joint research, technology validation, innovation development, and industry-academia knowledge exchange. It also seeks to strengthen Thailand’s digital workforce by expanding opportunities for students to develop future-ready skills and pursue careers in high-demand technology fields. . The MoU signing ceremony was attended by executives from both organizations, including Mr. Austin Zheng Chaowu, Deputy Managing Director and Head of ICT MSSD, Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Co., Ltd.; Mr. Woragarn Likhitdechasakdi, Chief Technology Officer, ICT MSSD, Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Co., Ltd.; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chaodit Aswakul, Head of Electrical Engineering Department, Chulalongkorn University, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Attawith Sudsang, Head of Computer Engineering Department, Chulalongkorn University. .

Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, proudly congratulates Ka Yee Cheong a student under the supervision of Professor Dr. David Banjerdpongchai, Department of Electrical Engineering on receiving the Best Paper Award at the international conferences: The 35th Annual Conference of the European Association for Education in Electrical and Information Engineering (EAEEIE 2026) and The International Conference on Revolutionary Artificial Intelligence and Future Applications (REV-AI 2026) held on 3–5 June 2026 in Varna, Bulgaria. . The award-winning paper is entitled: “Interdisciplinary Project-Based Learning in Robust Control Design of Conveyor Transport System: Challenges and Strategies for Adaptation” . This prestigious award reflects outstanding academic excellence, dedication to research, and the ability to produce internationally recognized scholarly work. #CUEE#ElectricalEngineering #ChulaEngineering #วิศวจุฬา #Chula #113ปีวิศวจุฬา #BestPaperAward #EAEEIE2026 #REVAI2026 #ResearchExcellence #Congratulations

The Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University invites students who are passionate about innovation, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and social impact to apply for the Social Innovation Challenge 2026 hosted by Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT). . This immersive international programme brings together students from across ASEAN to collaborate on innovative solutions for real-world social challenges through workshops, industry visits, cross-cultural teamwork, and project-based learning. . Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), Singapore 11–14 August 2026 Application Deadline: 15 June 2026 . Apply: https://forms.gle/fiZSXpqCPoy8XhWa8 . Contact Information K. Puricha Tel: 02-2187812 E-mail: puricha.s@chula.ac.th #SocialInnovationChallenge2026 #ChulaEngineering #วิศวจุฬา #Chula #113ปีวิศวจุฬา

Dr. Aung Pyae, a lecturer in the Information and Communication Engineering (ICE) Program at the International School of Engineering (ISE), Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, received the Best Session Paper Award at the 13th International Conference on Technical Education (ICTE 2026) for his research titled “Verification Without Distrust: Reframing User-Side Oversight as Routine Epistemic Governance in Everyday Human-Chatbot Interaction.” His research contributes to the field of Human-Centered AI by examining human oversight, trust, and responsible interaction in human–chatbot systems, emphasizing the importance of transparent and trustworthy AI technologies. #ise_lectureraward #ise_conference #ChulaEngineering #วิศวจุฬา #Chula#113ปีวิศวจุฬา

On May 11, 2026, 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 Embassy of The Indonesia Republic Bangkok, Dr. Cyti Daniela Aruan, The Education and Culture Attache of The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia and Ms. Chayada Binsaven, Staff Education and Culture Division of The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia at Suan Ruam Jai Meeting Room 1, Engineering Building 3, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University. In addition to the introduction of each organization, there was a discussion on double degree and collaboration topics in the future between Universitas Sumatera Utara and Chula Engineering. #ChulaEngineering #วิศวจุฬา #Chula #112ปีวิศวจุฬา

Gulf Development Public Company Limited (GULF), in partnership with the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, has officially launched the third edition of “Green Mission by Chula x GULF.” Under the theme “Resilient LAB: Think for Our Home,” this year’s competition invites high school students nationwide to turn their ideas into meaningful solutions for environmental challenges. . Participants will have the opportunity to explore issues within their own communities and develop innovative concepts that contribute to climate change adaptation and sustainability. . Through this initiative, GULF continues its commitment to empowering a new generation of environmentally conscious leaders who can help drive Thailand toward a greener and more sustainable future. . Interested students can apply by completing the application form and access further information via https://www.eng.chula.ac.th/th/59429 Applications are now open until July 3, 2026. #GreenMissionbyChulaxGULF #GreenMissionbyChulaxGULFปี3 #GreenMission #ResilientLAB #ChulaEngineering #วิศวจุฬา #Chula #112ปีวิศวจุฬา