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On November 1-2, 2024, Chulalongkorn University, led by Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of the University, participated in the China Education Expo (CEE) 2024 at the China National Convention Center (CNCC) in Beijing. The delegation included senior university officials and leaders from the Faculty of Engineering, including Associate Professor Dr. Wittaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty; Associate Professor Dr. Natt Leelawat, Assistant Dean for International Affairs; and Dr. Chee Keong Ngaw, representative from the International School of Engineering. . At CEE 2024, the Faculty of Engineering hosted a booth to showcase its international programs, targeting prospective students interested in pursuing engineering degrees. The booth highlighted Chula Engineering’s commitment to high-quality education and innovation, reinforcing its reputation as a leading choice in the region. . Following the exhibition, Dean of Chula Engineering and the Chulalongkorn University delegation, led by Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of Chulalongkorn University, visited partner universities, including Tsinghua University and Peking University. These visits focused on discussions to enhance future collaboration, with a commitment to knowledge exchange and innovation through research, faculty and student exchange, and joint program development. . For more information on Chulalongkorn University’s international programs, please visit https://www.eng.chula.ac.th/en/ or contact the Faculty of Engineering.

Tokyo Tech AOTULE Summer Program 2025 Exchange period : June 1, 2025 – August 31, 2025 We would like to make an announcement on ” Tokyo Tech AOTULE Summer Program 2025” organized by the Engineering Schools of Tokyo Tech (School of Engineering, School of Materials and Chemical Technology, and School of Environment and Society). The exchange period will start from June 1 – August 31, 2025. Application : Postgraduate or final-year undergraduate students are eligible to apply. Up to two candidates will be selected. Please download the application form and details : https://drive.google.com/…/1assU7DJig_B… Submit your application directly at our office or through international.affairs.eng@gmail.com before November 15, 2024. The interview schedule will be announced later. (Please submit application form hard copy at floor 1 International Affairs Office, Building 3, Faculty of Engineering) Additional Info: Selected candidates are required to purchase their air tickets to/from Japan at their own expense and notify the flight details to the coordinator in advance. Tuition fees for the program are waived. Daily allowance is provided and a dormitory is sponsored by Tokyo Tech. Application form & detail : https://drive.google.com/…/1assU7DJig_B… Application deadline: November 15, 2024 Submit application : international.affairs.eng@gmail.com (Please submit application form hard copy at floor

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.

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

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. . 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). . 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.” . 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

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.

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,

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

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

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 . For more information, please add friend at LINE OA @cu.semi