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Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, as a co-organizer, joined the press conference leaded by HE Ambassador of Netherlands and co-organized water related associations (Thai Hydrologist Association, Thai Water Works Association, Engineering Institute of Thailand and The Federation of Thai Industries) for the 5th Water Forum “Strengthening Water and Environment Management in Asia Pacific through Green Technologies and Partnerships” to be organized during Thursday 31st August – Friday 1st September 2023 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) to disseminate research outputs and create sustainable water management partnership).  

On July 20, 2023, Associate Professor Natt Leelawat, D.Eng., Assistant Dean for Communications and International Affairs and Associate Professor in Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, has been invited as a Keynote Speaker at the 2nd National Sustainability Summits of the Philippines by the Regional Consortium of Futures Thinking of State Universities and the Colleges of Central Visayas. The summits were organized at Cebu Technological University, the Philippines, under the theme “Sustainability for the Futures.” Associate Professor Natt Leelawat gave a talk as the Keynote Speaker on “Engineering and Technology towards Disaster Risk Management” in the Engineering and Technology session.  

📢Call for apply! ⚙️James Dyson Award WANTED: PROBLEM SOLVERS🙋‍♂️ 📍 James Dyson is on the hunt for bright minds with fresh ideas from around the globe. If you have an invention that solves a problem, we want to hear about it. 💡The James Dyson Award is an international design award that celebrates, encourages and inspires the next generation of design engineers. It’s open to current and recent design engineering students, and is run by the James Dyson Foundation, James Dyson’s charitable trust, as part of its mission to get young people excited about design engineering. 📣The James Dyson Award provides the opportunity for engineering and design students to win up to £30,000 (฿1,200,000) to support the development of their invention, as well as global media exposure to really get their idea on the map. 📫Apply link : https://www.jamesdysonaward.org/en-gb/home/ 📌Apply Deadline: * July 19, 2023 * 💬 For more information : https://www.jamesdysonaward.org/en-gb/contact-us/

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS! We would like to invite abstracts for the upcoming IWA Sustainable natural and engineered water systems management conference scheduled on December 13-16, 2023 at Patumwan Princess hotel, Bangkok, Thailand. Deadline for Abstract submission: August 1, 2023 For more information, please visit https://swsm2023.com or email us at swsm2023@chula.ac.th  

Call for application! Short-term study exchange program (1 semester) at National Taipei University of Technology (NTUT) in September 2023 – January 2024 To encourage outstanding students from the Indo-Pacific to study in Taiwan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) initiated the New Southbound Policy Short-term Study Program. Through this program, students will take semiconductor along with Chinese language courses at National Taipei University of Technology (NTUT), and received the funding from MOFA. Students will receive a support which includes : – Air ticket – Living expenses – Housing – Tuition fees Courses period : September 11, 2023 to January 15, 2024 For more information : https://drive.google.com/file/d/18NiZgNz5Lx8-JS_RoaunPMX9O2rwH_Qw/view?usp=sharing Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelv42jkSIf_XE5aXnFW7F5E343hhHKOYVRS_cHu2zKNfvfog/viewform Registration Deadline: * July 10, 2023 *

📢Call for apply! ‘ Falling Walls Lab Thailand 2023 ‘ 📍 The competition of presenting a fascinating idea, a ground-breaking research project, or a sophisticated business model in three minutes: This is the Falling Walls Lab Thailand. At Falling Walls Lab Thailand, students and early-career professionals of all disciplines pitch their ideas in English in front of an expert-jury and the interested public – in just 3 minutes. 📣The winner of Falling Walls Lab Thailand will travel to Berlin to attend the prestigious Falling Walls Science Summit and present his/her idea on the big stage of the global Falling Walls Lab Finale on 7 November 2023 – all travel/accommodation expenses covered. Additionally, the winner of Falling Walls Lab Thailand will be awarded the EURAXESS ASEAN prize, which supports the visit of a research institute of the winner’s choice in Europe when participating in the finale in Berlin! Entrepreneurial-minded scientists can also qualify for the Innovation Week, a one-week training event for international start-up founders. 🙋‍♀️Falling Walls Lab welcomes ideas from any discipline that can have a positive impact on society and/or science. Applicants must be 18 years or older when submitting their application. ✨They must fulfil at least ONE of

On June 16, 2023, Assoc. Prof. Natt Leelawat, D.Eng. (Assistant Dean for Communications and International Affairs), Assoc. Prof. Paveena Chaovalitwongse, Ph.D. (Head of the Department of Industrial Engineering), Assoc. Prof.  Vachara Pheansupap, Ph.D. (Deputy Head of the Department of Civil Engineering (Graduate Studies, Research Affairs)), Assoc. Prof. Wipawee Tharmmaphornphilas, Ph.D. (Deputy Head of the Department of Industrial Engineering), Assoc. Prof. Daricha Sutivong, Ph.D. (Professor of the Department of Industrial Engineering) and Assoc. Prof. Boonchai Sangpetngam, Ph.D. (Professor of the Department of Civil Engineering) welcomed Dr.-Ing. Amon Göppert (Chief Engineer, Head of Department), a representative from RWTH Aachen University, Germany, at Suan Ruam Jai Meeting Room 2, Engineering Building 3, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University. In addition, Ms. Meike Huber, a Ph.D. student from RWTH Aachen Universit, also attended the meeting. Ms. Meike is currently an exchange Ph.D. student at the Department of Industrial Engineering under the supervision of Assoc. Prof. Natt Leelawat, D.Eng. They visited the Engineering Library and the MI the making of innovatist Center as well. In addition to the introduction of each organization, there was a discussion on the opportunities and possibility of collaboration at the faculty level, such as research exchange.

The Faculty of Engineering is calling for 12 Chula Engineering (junior and senior) undergraduate students to join the 2100310 Global Awareness for Technology Implementation (#GATI Batch 8). GATI is a 3-credit undergraduate collaborative course between Chula Engineering and the Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech, Japan). This year’s theme is Gamification for SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). The course is conducted in English as an international project-based study. Chula Engineering students will work together with Tokyo Tech students. The lectures will be run by professors from Chula Engineering as well as Tokyo Tech and other experts from the field. In the 1st Semester of the academic year 2023, the GATI course will be every Wednesday (August 9th to November 22nd, 2023) from 12:30 to 15:30 (Bangkok time). Students from Chula Engineering and Tokyo Tech will study together via an online platform. GATI Students from both universities will join the site visits in Thailand (August 29-September 6, 2023) and Japan (Tentatively in December 2023). The enrolled students will be responsible for flight tickets, accommodation (Japan and Thailand), and other expenses. The faculty will provide partial support for the students. The application period is from now until July 3, 2023. The selection is based on

The Office of International Affairs, Chula Engineering, proudly organized the BKK One Day Tour program, offering a unique opportunity for international students to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Thailand. The program, which took place on June 2, 2023, successfully connected nine international students with the vibrant sights and sounds of Bangkok. The BKK One Day Tour program aimed to provide a comprehensive cultural experience for the participants by exploring two prominent locations in Bangkok – the Museum Siam and Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram Ratchaworamahawihan or Wat Pho (temple). With the goal of fostering cross-cultural understanding, the program offered international students a chance to delve into the heart of Thai culture, history, and traditions. The day began with a visit to the renowned Museum Siam, where students were enthralled by the interactive exhibitions showcasing the fascinating history of Thailand. From ancient civilizations to modern times, the students gained a deeper understanding of the country’s diverse heritage and its profound influence on Thai society today. After an insightful exploration of Museum Siam, the group proceeded to Wat Pho, one of Bangkok’s most iconic temples. The students marveled at the awe-inspiring architecture, intricate craftsmanship, and serene atmosphere of this revered

📢Call for Chula Engineering’s international students!📫 🚲Bangkok One Day Tour 2023 with Chula Engineering✨ Participants have to be an international students in any programs of the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University. In this program, you will have a chance to explore two famous places : 📍 Museum Siam is the first learning museum that focuses on creating a fresh experience in museum viewing. It was established about creating a sense of self-knowledge, and knowing about the neighbors and the world. 📍 Wat Pho (Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram Ratchaworamahawihan temple) is the oldest temple in the Bangkok. 📢 Date & Time : June 2, 2023 starting from 8.00 to 15.00. *** There is no charge for any entrance fee and lunch is included! *** 📣Registration: https://forms.gle/nk1Mmit22xNRXSMF7 (The deadline for application is on May 29, 2023) 🚩The number of participants is limited to 10 people on a first-come, first-served basis.