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On September 3, 2024, faculty members and students from the Fukuoka Institute of Technology in Japan, led by Assoc. Prof. Tomiya Kimura, Assoc. Prof. Jing Fu, and Assoc. Prof. Elis Kulla, visited the Department of Industrial Engineering at Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Engineering. The visit aimed to strengthen academic and research collaboration between the two institutions in the future. . The visitors were warmly welcomed by Assoc. Prof. Angsumalin Senjuntichai, D.Eng. (Department head), faculty members, and researchers. During the visit, knowledge and innovations were exchanged from three laboratories: 1. Automation Lab led by Asst. Prof. Poom Luangjamekorn 2. Disaster and Risk Management Information Systems Research Unit led by Assoc. Prof. Natt Leelawat, D.Eng. 3. Advanced Manufacturing Lab led by Prof. Somkiat Tangjitsitcharoen, D.Eng. . This visit provided an opportunity to exchange ideas on cutting-edge research and laid the foundation for future academic and research collaborations, which are expected to benefit both institutions in terms of research and academic development.  

Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Engineering proudly hosted the prestigious AerCap Scholarship Awards Ceremony on 5 September 2024. The event recognized ten outstanding aerospace engineering students for their academic excellence and promising futures in the aerospace industry. . The ceremony was graced by Mr. Joe Millar, Vice President and Head of Technical Asia Pacific at AerCap, alongside distinguished faculty members. Mr. Millar presented the scholarship certificates, a testament to AerCap’s unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders in aviation. . Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of Chula Engineering, expressed profound gratitude to AerCap, highlighting the long-standing partnership that began in 2021. He emphasized how this collaboration has significantly enriched the academic and professional trajectories of Chula’s students. The scholarship recipients also shared heartfelt thanks, emphasizing the life-changing impact of AerCap’s support. . The AerCap Scholarship is fully funded, covering all tuition and program fees until graduation. It also offers the students the opportunity to participate in an internship and research projects with AerCap. The AerCap Scholarship continues to play an instrumental role in empowering Chula Engineering students, enabling them to excel in their academic pursuits and contribute meaningfully to the aerospace industry. . Quote from the Dean: “We

On 22 August 2024, Dr. Aung Pyae, a lecturer in the ICE programs at the International School of Engineering, was honored with the Top Paper Award for the presentation titled “Design and Development of a User-Centric Mobile Application to Promote Sustainable Hydration and Reduce Single-Use Plastic Water Bottle Consumption: A Case Study of Chulalongkorn University.” at the 3rd NIC-NIDA Conference 2024. This research was conducted in collaboration with the Department of Environmental and Sustainable Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University.

Bangkok, 14-15 August 2024 – At the recently concluded Thailand ICT Summit, Huawei Thailand and the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University jointly announced a remarkable expansion of their partnership, focusing on 5.5G Joint innovation and the Ignite Cloud Talent Program. This collaboration is set to deepen cooperation in next-generation 5.5G technology and cloud talent development, aligning with Thailand’s broader digital transformation goals. . This enhanced collaboration is a strategic move to propel Thailand into the forefront of the global digital economy. As the world enters a new era of digitalization, 5.5G technology and cloud computing are recognized as critical enablers of economic growth, innovation, and competitiveness. Through this partnership, Huawei and the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University will leverage their respective strengths—Huawei’s cutting-edge technology and global experience, and the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University’s academic excellence and research capabilities—to support Thailand’s ambition of becoming a regional leader in the digital economy. By fostering innovation in these key areas, the partnership aims to create a robust ecosystem that nurtures talent, stimulates technological advancements, and ultimately contributes to the creation of a more intelligent and digitally empowered society. . Associate Professor Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University,

On August 5, 2024, the Faculty of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of Chula Engineering, along with the administration and faculty members, welcomed a delegation from the Japan International Cooperation Agency – JICA, Japan. The delegation was headed by Mr. KAWAHARA Shuntaro, Team Leader of The Detailed Planning Survey Team. The purpose of the visit was to participate in the signing ceremony of the Minutes of Meeting between Chulalongkorn University and Japan International Cooperation Agency on Japanese Technical Cooperation for The Project for Data Driven Dynamic Transport Management in Emerging Metropolis for Climate Change Mitigation  

On August 5, 2024, the Faculty of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of Chula Engineering, welcomed a delegation from the University of Georgia, USA. The delegation was headed by Bjorn Birgisson, Ph.D., P.E. Chair, School of Environmental, Civil, Agricultural and Mechanical Engineering. The purpose of the visit was to participate in the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding for academic collaboration, aimed at benefiting academics, research, and student exchanges between the two institutions.

We are proud to announce that our 4th-year Nano-Engineering students, Natchanon Jiwarawat, Thapan Leukulwatanachai, and Kunbhass Subhakornphichan, along with Nano alumni Siwagorn Limwathanagura and Sittinadh Wanotayan, under the guidance of Dr. Porpin Pungetmongkol (ISE), have made significant strides in their research endeavors. Their innovative work, titled “RAPID AND LOW-COST FABRICATION OF GRAPHENE FROM PENCIL LEAD,” has been accepted for presentation at the prestigious 24th IEEE International Conference on Nanotechnology (IEEE-NANO 2024), which will be held from July 8-11, 2024, in Gijón, Spain. . Following their presentation, Natchanon Jiwarawat, Thapan Leukulwatanachai, and Kunbhass Subhakornphichan were recognized for their outstanding contribution to the conference with an award in the NANO Student Design Competition (SDC). This accolade highlights their dedication and the high quality of their research. . Building on this success, the team further extended their research, culminating in the publication of their work titled “ELECTROCHEMICAL EXFOLIATION OF GRAPHENE FROM PENCIL LEAD” in the journal, Scientific Reports, a Nature publication. . We invite you to explore their groundbreaking work at this link (https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-024-66825-0) #ise_studentaward      

You are invited to the 2024 NANOscientific Symposium SE Asia, organized by the International School of Engineering (ISE) Chulalongkorn University, Park Systems, and Puditec. . NANOscientific Symposium focuses on sharing, exchanging, and exploring advanced nanomaterial applications. This event also emphasizes the growing importance of nanotechnology in many fields, including surface science, organic chemistry, molecular biology, semiconductor physics, and micro-manufacturing. . Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore a demo unit for a new generation of automatic atomic force microscope and available for testing with your sample. . Students are invited to submit their posters for a chance to win up to 500 usd in the Poster Award competition. . Link for free registration: https://nanoscientific.org/nss_asia/registration/2024/BOPNW-8733?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2q148lpvLPJgqgmV5G_LPUCEm-xMBABNyEi9C18HLws_42BevN_WajFE0_aem_yiQYacTVYjUgLuJWFnFAWQ  

On July 19, 2024, the Faculty of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, led by Assoc. Prof. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty, warmly welcomed H.E. Mr. Rachmat Budiman, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia and Permanent Representative to the UN ESCAP. . The delegation included representatives from various Indonesian universities: Prof. Dr. Denny Nugroho Sugianto (Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences, Universitas Diponegoro), Prof. Dr. Eng. Ni Nyoman Pujianiki ( Deputy Director for Academic and Program Planning, Postgraduate Program, Universitas Udayana), and Prof. Ir. R. Haryo D. A., ST, M.Eng., Ph.D. (Deputy Dean, School of Interdisciplinary Management and Technology, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS)). . The delegation had the opportunity to visit the Water Resources Engineering Department’s laboratories to observe the research on water management conducted by the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University.  

On July 15, 2024, the Faculty of Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of Chula Engineering, welcomed a delegation from VINAYAKA MISSION’S RESEARCH FOUNDATION (Deemed to be University). The delegation was headed by Prof. Dr. Sabarinathan Jaganathan, Pro Vice Chancellor of VMRFDU. The purpose of the visit was to participate in the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding for academic collaboration, aimed at benefiting academics, research, and student exchanges between the two institutions.