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This Annual Report was compiled and produced by Karma Rana, Izel Ann Mojado-Dante, Namita Sravat, Sanjeev Jayasinghe, Shawn Kelly, Amalia Canullas, M Zia Islam and Sarina Pradhan Thapa with the technical and editorial support of the Office of Public Affairs (OPA) and the involvement of all AIT employees. The report was edited by Dr. Paul Bruthiaux (External Editor), and designed by Nadhika Mendhaka. AIT wishes to thank the many people who rendered their assistance in preparing this report.

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Table of Contents Chairman’s Statement

2 3

Year in Review

President’s Message

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AIT Sustainability Report 2022

Awards and Recognitions Faculty Achievements Student Achievements Alumni Recognition

18 Facts and Figures

22 Governance

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Appendices Independent Auditor’s Report Financial Statements for the Year ended 31 December 2022 Faculty Members

Students at a Glance Alumni at a Glance Faculty at a Glance Projects at a Glance

Senior Management

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Chairman’s Statement

As we reflect on the year 2022, we are reminded of the significant transitions and accomplishments that have shaped AIT’s journey

It was a year of change, marked by the passing of the baton from former President Dr. Eden Woon to Professor Kazuo Yamamoto, who assumed the role of Interim President on 1st September 2022. We express our gratitude to Dr. Woon for his dedicated service and leadership, and we warmly welcome Professor Yamamoto as he embarks on this new chapter of leadership at AIT. Throughout the year, AIT has remained highly active and engaged with our partners across various domains. The annual report showcases our vibrant collaborations and the impactful work accomplished in collaboration with our esteemed partners. These collaborations have been instrumental in expanding our research capabilities, fostering knowledge exchange, and generating innovative solutions to address pressing global challenges. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Executive Committee and Audit Committee for their invaluable contributions in vetting critical issues before they are presented to the Board of Trustees. Their diligent work and expertise ensure that AIT maintains the highest standards of governance and decision-making. To our esteemed Trustees and partners, I extend my sincere gratitude for your unwavering support and commitment to AIT. Your invaluable contributions continue to strengthen our institution and propel us forward in our mission to be a leading institution for sustainability in the region. Together, we are making a tangible difference and shaping a better future for all.

Dr. Tongchat Hongladaromp Chairman AIT Board of Trustees

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President’s Message

I am delighted to present the AIT Annual Report for 2022, providing a comprehensive overview of our achievements, progress, and endeavors throughout the year

The year 2022 was a period of transition, during which I assumed the Interim Presidency following the tenure of former President Dr. Eden Woon until August 2022. We take great pride in acknowledging the collective efforts of our esteemed faculty, dedicated staff, talented students, and supportive partners who have contributed to another successful year at the Asian Institute of Technology. The Annual Report highlights our endeavors in key thematic areas such as Climate Change, Smart Communities, Food-Energy-Water, Infrastructure, and Technology, Policy, and Society. I am delighted to share that AIT continued to establish strategic partnerships and collaborations with leading institutions, governments, and organizations. These alliances have enhanced our research capabilities, expanded academic programs, and provided valuable opportunities for knowledge exchanges and capacity building. Together, we strive to find innovative solutions and shape a more sustainable and resilient future. Furthermore, I am immensely proud of our faculty and researchers who have made significant contributions to research and knowledge creation. Their dedication to advancing the frontiers of knowledge and addressing real-world challenges has positioned AIT as a hub for interdisciplinary research and expertise. I also wish to acknowledge the hard work and commitment of our students, who have shown exceptional resilience and adaptability amid ongoing global challenges. Their passion for learning, innovative thinking, and commitment to making a positive impact inspire us all. I have full confidence that they will emerge as future leaders, equipped with the knowledge and skills to tackle the complex sustainability issues ahead. As we move forward, AIT remains unwavering in our commitment to fostering a sustainable and inclusive learning environment. We will continue to invest in our campus infrastructure, ensuring that we support our academic programs and research initiatives. Our ongoing efforts to transform AIT into a fully-fledged botanical garden, coupled with our commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2030, exemplify our dedication to practicing what we teach. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Committee, and all our stakeholders for their unwavering support and guidance. Together, we will strengthen AIT’s position as a leading institution for sustainability in the region.

Professor Kazuo Yamamoto Interim President Asian Institute of Technology (AIT)

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Year in Review January

10 January 2022 – The Spring 2022 semester at AIT began with a virtual Institute-wide orientation to warmly welcome the many new students joining from near and far.

14 January 2022 – A research paper by students and faculty members of AIT won Best Paper Award at the 10th Asian Society of Agricultural Economists (ASAE) International Conference held in Beijing, China. 20 January 2022 – The Regional Resource Centre for Asia and the Pacific of AIT (RRC.AP – AIT) co-organized the 7th Interna- tionalInternational Forum on Sustainable Future of Asia with partners in Ja- panJapan for global participants to share knowledge and dialogue with a global audience on “Research for Societal Transforma- tionTransformation with Future Earth.”.

YEAR IN REVIEW : 5

February

11 February 2022 – With the theme of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Water Unites Us, three AIT engineering students from three countries shared inspirational stories about their personal journey and research, which unite them as agents of change and acceleration of progress towards SDG6: Clean Water and Sanitation for All.

25 February 2022 – Industrial Engineering and Management AIT alumnus George Arulanantham once again received one of the highest accolades and was appointed Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM).

24 February 2022 – Anika Bushra, a master’s student in Sustainable Energy Transition, gained enhanced understanding of renewable energy in Southeast Asian nations, solidifying her unwavering belief in its pivotal role in shaping the future of our planet following her internship with the Rockefeller Foundation’s Power and Climate for Asia.

February 2022 – AIT signed an MoU with the University of Da 26 Nang (UD), one of the top universities in Vietnam, in a hybrid ceremony attended virtually by diplomats and senior-level delegates from numerous locations in Vietnam and Thailand.

15 February 2022 – H.E. Mrs. C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and AIT Board of Trustee paid a courtesy visit to AIT.

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March

31 March 2022 – AIT President Dr. Eden Woon was invited to share his insights and experience as part of the training of leaders from Malaysian Universities on the International Dean’s Course — Malaysian Chapter (MyIDC) Module 11: Internationalization.

17 March 2022 – AIT and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) jointly launched the Dual Doctoral Degree Program via a virtual ceremony. The beginning of the AIT – IIT Dual Degree Program offered a preview of the two institution’s academic strengths and many more possible collaborations.

8 March 2022 – Thanks to generous donations from its partners, for the Spring Semester starting in January, AIT initiated scholarships for master’s programs that will allow four female students from Afghanistan to receive an education at AIT.

8 March 2022 – The Embassy of France in Thailand, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Thailand, and AIT organized a screening of a documentary film and panel discussion on 8 March to commemorate International Women’s Day 2022.

25 March 2022 – The Food Innovation, Nutrition, and Health (FINH) and Food Engineering and Bioprocess Technology (FEBT) Academic Programs conducted a one-day workshop on the theme of Food Innovations & the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)” via a hybrid platform to inspire action towards achieving the SDGs.

YEAR IN REVIEW : 7

April

29 April 2022 – The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) announced earlier this year that it had granted AIT the status of Science and Technology Park. This will promote active collaboration between the industry and educational/research institutions and provide an opportunity for entrepreneurs to strengthen their capabilities in research and development.

2 April 2022 – On the occasion of World Water Day 2022, AIT in partnership with the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), the Sustainable Mekong Research Network (SUMERNET), Chulalongkorn University, and Thailand’s Department of Groundwater Resources, organized a celebration to raise awareness of the importance of groundwater.

5 April 2022 – AIT organized a virtual panel discussion that brought together climate and policy experts from four South Asian countries: Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Pakistan to discuss the IPCC Report 2022: Is it Code Red for South Asia?

19 April 2022 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and AIT signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to raise awareness and enhance knowledge of the SDGs and of their status in Thailand among the Thai public through studies, publications, and seminars.

25 April 2022 – AIT welcomed an APEX-level delegation from Pakistan’s Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA), signaling the resumption of a decade-long knowledge-sharing collaboration interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

30 April 2022 – AIT signed an agreement with the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UN- OOSA) to become a Regional Support Office of the United Nations Platform for Spacebased Information for Disaster Management and Emergency Response (UN-SPIDER) program.

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May

1 May 2022 – AIT maintained its position as a leader in addressing sustainable development and social impact in the region by meeting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Despite the increasing number of competing universities from 1,107 in the previous year, AIT maintained its overall rank of 101-200 out of 1,406 universities from 106 countries and regions.

6 May 2022 – AIT was awarded five-star ratings in four core categories and one in learning environment by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) University Rankings, one of the world’s leading higher education evaluation agencies.

20 May 2022 – AIT resumed its in-person graduation ceremony after over two years of restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 183 students from 20 different countries graduated at this 137th graduation ceremony.

8 May 2022 – AIT Gender and Development Studies (GDS) alumna (class of 2011) Mrs. May Sabe Phyu was awarded the Franco-German Prize titled Human Rights and the Rule of Law in 2021 by the French and German embassies in Myanmar for her lifelong commitment and contribution to women’s rights in Myanmar.

27 May 2022 – AIT and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) signed an MoU to collaborate on research and development exchanges, capacity building, gender inclusivity and equality, employment and internship opportunities for students working in infrastructure resilience and sustainable development in the Asia region.

16 May 2022 – AAIT and the Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR) signed an MoU to develop partnership activities in line with their current mission and objectives.

YEAR IN REVIEW : 9

June

5 June 2022 – AIT organized an event to celebrate World Environment Day, during which AIT President Dr. Eden Y. Woon reaffirmed AIT’s goal of becoming a sustainable campus within the next five years.

10 June 2022 – AIT and Christiani & Nielsen Energy Solutions Co., Ltd. (CNES) signed an MOU focusing on Research & Development and Electrical Energy Generation in Agrivoltaic Solar Farming.

20 June 2022 – AIT Alumna Prof. Nguyen Minh Thuy received the 2021 Kovalevskaya Award, a prestigious annual award for female scientists with outstanding research achievements in applied sciences for her career contributions to Vietnam’s national development and scientific community.

21 June 2022 – AIT successfully installed water heating systems and enhanced air-conditioning capabilities in over 70% of student housing units. All campus accommodations are now equipped with an enhanced WIFI system, thus providing students with a more comfortable campus life.

23 June 2022 – AIT, Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), Microsoft Thailand, and the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA) signed an MoU to collaborate on a Digital Manpower Development program to develop and prepare future talent in AI.

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July

27 July 2022 – After serving as an essential quarantine home to more than 600 people over the past two years, AIT’s Organizational Quarantine (OQ) was formally closed.

20 July 2022 – AIT alumnus Prof. Shabbir H. Gheewala and three AIT faculty members: Emeritus Prof. Dennes T. Bergado, Prof. Mukand S. Babel, and Prof. Sangam Shrestha of the School of Engineering and Technology have been recognized among the top five scientists in Environmental Sciences in Thailand in the first edition of the top scientist ranking by Research.com.

19 July 2022 – Students from various universities, including AIT, shared their innovations to provide solutions to the problems faced by the elderly and people with disabilities in digitized time at the SDG Open Hack Bangkok 2022 organized by the AIT Entrepreneurship Center.

12 July 2022 – AIT organized an online discussion panel to present initiatives undertaken during the first four years of the prestigious First Bangabandhu Chair highlighting accomplishments in knowledge advancement, collaboration, and knowledge dissemination in accordance with the SDGs for the people, the planet, and peace.

29 July 2022 – The Food Innovation, Nutrition, and Health (FINH) academic program at AIT along with its 15 consortium partners co-organized a FOODI Info Day and Expert Workshop on Smart and Innovative Processing Towards Safe and Sustainable Food Systems.

27 July 2022 – AIT community members now have a new space for recreational and physical activities within the campus. The Wellness Park, a multipurpose recreational area, was inaugurated by AIT President Dr. Eden Woon on 27 July 2022.

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August 4 August 2022 – The AIT Board of Trustees Meeting was held in the Robert B Banks Auditorium (AIT Conference Center), chaired by Dr. Tongchat Hongladaromp. The meeting took place in person after years of Covid-19 restrictions, with very high participation, including overseas members. Dr. Hongladaromp announced the appointment of Prof. Kazuo Yamamoto as the new interim President, effective 1 September 2022.

8 August 2022 – AIT welcomed more than 400 new students during a hybrid orientation event held in the AIT Conference Center. Over 250 new students attended the event in person.

11 August 2022 – Three Dual Degree Master’s students, Ms. Wangmo Ghalley, Mr. Kasun Sahabandu, and Ms. Avalokita Tuladhar from AIT left Thailand for the United States on 10 August 2022 to continue their Master’s studies at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado.

12 August 2022 – – Following the MoA signed between AIT and the Punjab Resource Management Program Unit (PRMPU), Government of Punjab, Pakistan in June 2022, the first international training program on Project Monitoring and Impact Evaluation took place on 1-12 August 2022.

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September

29 September 2022 – AIT’s Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) program under the School of Management (SOM) has been ranked first in Thailand and 21st in Asia in the latest QS Global MBA Rankings 2023 released on September 29. The program has also been ranked 10th in Asia and 71st/80 in the Career Specialization Rankings 2023: Entrepreneurship.

28 September 2022 – AIT is proud to celebrate 25 years of GDS as a regional hub of excellence in gender and development. The program has always been committed to serving as an extension and catalyst of grassroots community-based efforts working to build capacity on gender and development globally.

1 September 2022 – The Department of Food, Agriculture and Bioresources (FAB) in SERD announced the opening of a new Digital Agriculture Lab. This lab was developed as part of the Agricultural Systems and Engineering Academic Program under the supervision of Dr. Sushil Kumar Himanshu.

1 September 2022 – Prof. Kazuo Yamamoto is the new Interim President of AIT. He assumed office on 1 September 2022. Prof. Yamamoto thanked the Board of Trustees for their trust and confidence in him during this transition period.

30 September 2022 – H.E Ambassador Mr. Pavel Pitel, Embassy of the Czech Republic in Thailand accompanied by Mr. Michal Sveda, Deputy Head of Mission, visited AIT to discuss bi lateral cooperation between the Czech Republic and AIT.

14 September 2022 – Dr. Thorsten Clausing, Counselor, Science and Technology Cooperation, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany to Thailand, met with President Kazuo Yamamoto to foster cooperation with AIT.

21 September 2022 – Delegates from Kyoto University, Japan, Mahidol University and Thammasat University, Thailand, Kyoto University’s ASEAN Center, and the Japan Science and Technology Agency visited AIT to discuss possibilities for bilateral and multilateral collaborations between these institutions.

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October 12 October 2022 – The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation awarded an US$ 8.1 million grant to establish a Center of Excellence at AIT to expedite and support a Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene strategy in Asia and beyond by working with governments, international financing institutions, and other development partners.

26 October 2022 – With the aim of helping students develop networks with industry, an AIT Career Fair was organized by the AIT Career Center. 28 organizations from Thailand and Asia participated in the event, which attracted more than 200 students from AIT and other universities.

11 October 2022 – AIT Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees Dr. Suwit Khunkitti and AIT President Prof. Kazuo Yamamoto met with Mr. Sarun Charoensuwan, Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Thailand at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

5 October 2022 – A conference entitled AI: The Path Forward from Asian and European Perspective was organized at AIT. The event brought together academic institutions, research centers, businesses, and corporations from several countries to exchange the latest advances, experiences, and work in data science and AI.

6 October 2022 – AIT’s Office of Sustainable Campus (OSC) organized a workshop to promote awareness of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.

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November

25 November 2022 – The Asian Institute of Technology Alumni Association (AITAA) and its Nepal Chapter hosted the 51st Asian Institute of Technology Alumni Association Governing Board Meeting (AITAA-GBM) in the capital city of Nepal – Kathmandu.

30 November 2022 – The Global Water & Sanitation Center (GWSC) funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was launched on November 30 at AIT. The launch ceremony was attended by over 140 participants representing more than 45 organizations, including International Financing Institutions, academic and research institutions, and governmental agencies.

29 November 2022 – The Chairman of the ESG Council at Indorama Ventures (IVL) Mr. Yash Lohia was the fourth speaker at an AIT signature event, the Distinguished Entrepreneurs Talk Series. More than 150 scholars, faculty, company directors, and staff attended this event, which was held in hybrid mode (onsite and online) at the AIT Conference Center.

20 November 2022 – Students from AIT and various universities shared their innovations on sustainable urban wellness at the 4th Sustainability Hackathon organized on 18-20 November 2022 at the AIT Entrepreneurship Center (EC).

18 November 2022 – AIT faculty members Prof. Shobhakar Dhakal, Prof. P. Abdul Salam, and Prof. Joyashree Roy attended COP 27, the 2022 UN Climate Change Conference held in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt on 6-18 November 2022.

YEAR IN REVIEW : 15

December

16 December 2022 – The 138th graduating class of the Asian Institute of Technology held its commencement ceremony at the AIT Conference Center, where 19 Doctoral and 169 Master’s students graduated.

Mrs. Phantipha Iamsudha Ekarohit

H.E. Mr. Nagesh Singh

Dr. Bindu N. Lohani

Prof. Worsak Kanok-Nukulchai

2 December 2022 – The Office of Sustainable Campus (OSC) organized the AIT SDG Research Fair to raise awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals and showcase the research of AIT students and scholars in line with the SDGs.

22 December 2022 – The Board has approved the following recent appointments to the Board of Trustees: Mrs. Phantipha Iamsudha Ekarohit, Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand; H.E. Mr. Nagesh Singh, Ambassador of India to Thailand; Dr. Bindu N. Lohani, former Ranking Vice-President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for Knowledge Management; and Sustainable Development Executive Committee Prof. Worsak Kanok-Nukulchai.

1-3 December 2022 – The annual Water Security and Climate Change Conference (WSCC 2022) was organized at Novotel Rangsit in hybrid mode. The event was inaugurated by H.E. Mr. Varawut Silpaarcha, Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment. The conference sought to go beyond science and build bridges between state-of-the-art advances in multiple disciplines and various groups of stakeholders and practitioners.

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AIT Sustainability Report 2022 The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of 17 interlinked global goals designed to be a “blueprint for achieving a better and more sustainable future for all.”

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According to the United Nations, the SDGs are a roadmap for humanity, encompassing almost every aspect of human and planetary well-being and, if met, will provide a stable and prosperous life for every person and ensure the health of the planet. Reaching the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs presents both challenges and opportunities. Asia is home to more than 60% of the world’s population. If it is to be prosperous, its future must be built upon sustainable and sound green principles. Like other universities and institutions playing essential roles in the SDGs, AIT is driving forward academic programs, research projects, and outreach activities designed to bolster sustainable development, sustainability, and environmental conservation around Asia and beyond. Recognized as one of the leading academic institutes in the field of sustainability in Asia, AIT has been collaborating with its partners to contribute its expertise to the sustainable development of the region over the past six decades. Under its five thematic areas: Climate Change; Smart Communities; Food – Energy – Water; Infrastructure; and Technology, Policy, and Society, AIT focuses on learning and research strategies that will drive poverty reduction, reduce risk and resource consumption, and create opportunities for green job creation by building sustainable livelihoods in Asia.

The AIT Sustainability Report 2022 provides a summary of the range of activities undertaken at AIT during 2022 with a view to meeting the SDGs through its teaching, research, outreach and public engagement, and operations. AIT carries out a diverse range of activities across the Institute, and this report lists only some of many such initiatives. AIT strives to produce solutions and recommendations on climate change, water and food insecurity, air pollution, biodegradation, biodiversity loss, plastic pollution, and many others. The Institute continually strives to implement sustainability in all its core operations under its motto of Social Impact with Innovation, including by creating a platform to showcase its efforts toward achieving the SDGs in a comprehensive and detailed manner. AIT maintains its position as a leader in addressing the region’s sustainable development and social impact by meeting the SDGs. Despite the increasing number of competing universities, AIT has successfully retained its strong standing among the world’s academic institutions. Of 1,406 universities representing 106 countries and regions, AIT proudly held its overall ranking between 101-200. Moreover, AIT’s overall score increased to 82.5 this year. This accomplishment can be attributed to various collaborations with governments, NGOs, international

organizations, impactful research projects, policies designed to support its diverse community, and the publication of its Sustainability Report. AIT has been ranked highly for its contributions to the SDGs, with a global ranking of 43rd for SDG1: No Poverty; 86th for SDG2: Zero Hunger; 68th (the top ranking in Thailand) for SDG10: Reduced Inequalities; and 72nd (the top ranking in Thailand) for SDG16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. This recognition highlights the extensive work done by AIT’s faculty and students across various fields of education and research. AIT also aims to take the lead in practicing and promoting sustainability by establishing an all-encompassing botanical garden on its campus. This initiative builds on previous campus plans and represents a significant leap forward toward making the entire AIT a fully-fledged botanical garden with a target to be Net Zero by 2030. The AIT Sustainability Report 2022 can be viewed at the following link on the AIT website: https://ait.ac.th/sustainability-reports

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Awards and Recognitions

Faculty Achievements School of Environment, Resources and Development (SERD) 1. Dr. Krishna R. Salin, was voted President Elect of the World Aquaculture Society Asia-Pacific Chapter (WAS-APC) in January 2022. 2. Prof. Mokbul Morshed Ahmad was appointed Head of the Department of Development and Sustainability (DDS) starting on 10 January 2022. 3. Prof. Mokbul Morshed Ahmad was promoted from the rank of Associate Professor to Full Professor,

following the approval of the Board of the Trustees at its meeting of 25 January 2022. 4. New book publication on Pandemic Risk, Response, Resilience and DRR, and Resilience and Sustainability by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Indrajit Pal, Chair of the Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation, and Management (DPMM) Program at AIT. 5. Dr. Ekbordin Winijkul and Dr. Wenchao Xue were promoted from the ranks of Assistant Professor to Associate Professor. 6. Prof. Avishek Datta was promoted from the rank of Associate Professor to Full Professor following the approval of the Board of Trustees at its meeting of 4 August 2022.

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7. Prof. Anil Kumar Anal, co-edited two books: i) “Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics: Technological Advancements Towards Safety and Industrial Applications,” published by Wiley and Sons Ltd, and ii) Valorization of Agro-Industrial ByProducts: Sustainable Approaches for Industrial Transformation, published by CRC Press Ltd. 8. Prof. P Abdul Salam of the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Change, Sustainable Energy Transition Academic Program, was appointed member of the Council of Engineers for the Energy Transition (CEET) in December 2022. 9. AIT SERD faculty members Prof. Shobhakar Dhakal, Prof. P. Abdul Salam, and Prof. Joyashree Roy attended COP 27, the 2022 UN Climate Change Conference, held in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt on 6-18 November 2022. 10. Dr. Indrajit Pal co-edited two books: “Lecture Notes on Civil Engineering, Proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium on Disaster Resilience and Sustainable DEVELOPMENT, Vol. 1: Multi-hazard Vulnerability, Climate Change and Resilience Building” and “Vol. 2: Disaster Risk Science and Technology.” The books were published by Springer Nature Singapore.

School of Engineering and Technology (SET) 1. Prof. Kunnawee Kanitpong was promoted from Associate Professor to Full Professor following the approval of the Board of Trustees at its meeting of 25 January 2022. 2. Dr. Chutiporn Anutariya was invited as one of the keynote speakers at the Second International Conference on Networks and Intelligent Systems on 19-20 March 2022. 3. Prof. Nitin Kumar Tripathi, Professor of Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Director of Special Degree Programs co-edited a book titled “Geospatial Data Science in Healthcare for Society 5.0,” which was published by Springer. 4. Dr. Indrajit Pal co-edited two books titled “Lecture Notes on Civil Engineering, Proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium on Disaster Resilience and Sustainable Development, Vol. 1: Multi-hazard Vulnerability, Climate Change and Resilience Building,” and Vol. 2 “Disaster Risk Science and

Technology.” The books were published by Springer Nature Singapore. 5. Emeritus Prof. Dennes T. Bergado, Prof. Mukand S. Babel, and Prof. Sangam Shrestha were recognized among the top five scientists in Environment Sciences in Thailand in the first edition of the top scientist ranking by Research.com. The website is a major research portal in the field of Environmental Sciences and has offered credible data on scientific contributions since 2014. The rankings were developed after examining more than 9,100 profiles in the discipline. 6. Prof. Huynh Trung Luong was promoted from Associate Professor to Full Professor following the approval of the Board of Trustees at its meeting of August 2022. 7. A conference entitled “AI: The Path Forward from ASIAN and European Perspectives” was organized on 3-5 October 2022 by the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Program under the leadership of Dr. Chutiporn Anutariya and Prof. Matthew Daily. The event brought together academic institutions, research centers, businesses, and corporations from several countries to exchange the latest advances, experiences, and work in data science and AI. 20 presentations and 15 poster exhibits highlighted the successful partnership and collaboration linking 14 Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DS&AI) project partners. 8. Dr. Salvatore G.P. Virdis was promoted from the rank of Assistant Professor to Associate Professor following the approval of the President on 27 October 2022. 9. Prof. Sangam Shrestha was appointed Co-Director of the AIT Global Water and Sanitation Center (GWSC) on 26 September 2022, with the Center officially launched on 30 November 2022. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation awarded the Center an US$ 8.1 million grant. 10. According to a paper recently published by Stanford University researchers, AIT faculty members are among the world’s top 2% of scientists based on career-wide scientific impact on respective sub-disciplines. Prof. Dung Phan Minh was placed in the top 1% of the global scientific community. The study was published in PLOS Biology Journal. The findings are based on an extensive database of standardized citation metrics

across all scientists and scientific disciplines from Scopus, assessing scientists from across the world for research carried out over their entire academic career up to the end of 2019. In addition, Prof. Sangam Shrestha and Prof. Mukand S. Babel appear in the top 2% list of scientists for research impact based on the most recent single year (2019). 11. The Water Security and Climate Change Conference 2022 (WSCC2022) was conducted 1-3 December 2022 at Novotel, Rangsit. The conference was organized by Prof. Mukand Babel (Chair of the Scientific and Organizing Committees of Water Security and Climate Change Conference 2022) and his team. The opening session was graced by the Honorable Minister of Natural Resources and Environment of Thailand, H.E. Mr. Varawut Silpa-Archa, Ambassador of Germany to Thailand H.E. Mr. Georg Schmidt, Deputy Chief of Mission and Minister at the Embassy of Japan to Thailand H.E. Mr. Yuichi Oba, Chief of the Water Sector Group at the Asian Development Bank Ms. Neeta Pokhrel, Vice-Chair of the AIT Board of Trustees Dr. Suwit Khunkitti and the President of the Asian Institute of Technology Prof. Kazuo Yamamoto. 12. Prof. Sangam Shrestha participated, collaborated, and organized sessions in the AGU Fall Meeting 2022 in Chicago, IL on 12 December 2022. His own session was titled “Hydro- climatic Modeling, Analyses, and Projections in South and Southeast Asia: Challenges and Opportunities.” The AGU (American Geophysical Union) Fall Meeting is the most influential event in the world dedicated to the advancement of earth and space sciences. Every year, the AGU Fall Meeting convenes over 25,000 attendees from 100+ countries to share research and network.

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Student Achievements

The Robert B. Banks Prize for Environmental Engineering and Management Mr. Danuwas Sarathana

School of Environment, Resources and Development (SERD)

The Chongrak Polprasert Prize for Environmental Engineering and Management (with specialization in Water and Wastewater Engineering) Ms. Wanni Zhang

1. An article by a group of students from the academic program in Climate Change and Sustainable Development (CCSD) titled “The IPCC AR6 WGIII Report: A Youth Perspective” was featured on the PLOS Climate Journal’s Latitude Blog in April 2022. 2. A green finance platform titled “Defire” developed by Mr. Theethat Rangkasiri, a Master’s student in Development and Sustainability (DS) Program, won the SCG Bangkok Business Challenge @ Sasin 2022 – Thailand Competition, securing US$ 3,000 (approximately 100,000 THB). The project is qualified to compete in the Global Competition stage. 3. Graduates from the first batch of the Marine Plastics Abatement (MPA) Program published a journal article titled “Fate identification and management strategies of nonrecyclable plastic waste through the integration of material flow analysis and leakage hotspot modeling” in Scientific Reports, a top scientific journal in the field in November 2022. 4. Two GDS students, Sneha Shakya and Jitrin Wanmeechai, visited Ochanomizu University in Japan as part of an exchange program between AIT and Ochanomizu University. 5. Sarnai Battulga from Mongolia, Ph.D candidate, Climate Change and Sustainable Development Program, published three children’s books “Miracle Makers” about waste reduction, water, and energy saving. The books are published by Admon Printing Co. Ltd. in Mongolia and sold in the market. 6. Academic Excellence awards were received by SERD students during 2022 graduation ceremonies: z

The Hisamatsu Prize for Gender and Development Studies Ms. Tang Sai

The C. Kwei Lin Prize for Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management Mr. Sumit Vinod Jungi

The Yoshiro Takasaki Prize for Energy Mr. Khongpol Poka

The Prof. Shabbir H. Gheewala Prize in Development and Sustainability Ms. Dilasha Joshi

The Robert C. Bodden Prize for the most outstanding woman graduate in SERD Ms. Dilasha Joshi

The AIT Alumni Association Prize for the most outstanding graduate in SERD Mr. Khongpol Poka

School of Engineering and Technology (SET) 1. The 7th International Day of Women and Girls in Science Assembly held virtually on 11 February 2022, at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters focused on the role of women and girls in science as agents of change. With the theme of “Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Water Unites Us,” three AIT engineering students, Ms. Laila, Ms. Pluem Chuaychii, and Ms. Shakti Gunawadana from three different countries shared inspirational stories about their journey and research, which unite them as agents of change and acceleration of progress towards SDG6: Clean Water and Sanitation for all. 2. A research paper titled “An Ensemble Approach to Deep Learning-Based Wireless Indoor Localization” by Ms. Juthatip Wisanmongkol was published in the prestigious journal of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), United Kingdom on 17 February 2022. 3. A research project titled “Design and Fabrication of Multi-walled carbon nanotube Polydimethylsiloxane (MWCNT-PDMS) Composite Polymer-Based Flow Sensor” by Ms. Rezoana Bente Arif was awarded for research and development for technology innovation in the ADBJapan with a special Scholarship Program Thesis of the Year Award 2022 held in May 2022. 4. Three Dual-Degree Master’s students (the first batch from AIT), Ms. Wangmo

Ghalley, Mr. Kasun Sahabandu, and Ms. Avalokita Tuladhar, enrolled in the Water Engineering and Management Program, left Thailand for the United States on 10 August 2022 to continue their Master’s studies at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado. 5. 24 Geotechnical Earth Resources Engineering (GTE) students, faculty, and staff members participated in the Global Project-Based learning (gPBL) experiment conducted by the Shibaura Institute of Technology (SIT), Tokyo from 26 August to 3 September 2022. The gPBL project gathers students from Japanese and overseas partner universities to work as tag teams to discuss and solve problems presented by Professors, Japanese corporations, and organizations. 6. Mr. Chamaka Sameera Karunanayake, enrolled in Water Engineering and Management, was awarded the Dr. Subin Pinkayan Student Exchange Scholarship in September 2022. 7. A research project titled “Public Transport GPS Probe and Metro Data for Assessing the Pattern of Human Mobility in the Bangkok Metropolitan Region, Thailand” by Mr. Songkorn Siangsuebchart was showcased before HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn at the CRMA Exhibition on 30 November 2022. 8. Mr. Pongraphe Kangsanarak, enrolled in Computer Science, was awarded an AITAA Thailand Chapter Student Exchange Scholarship in December 2022. 9. Academic Excellence awards received by SET students during 2022 graduation ceremonies: z

The Chin Fung Kee Prize for Geotechnical and Earth Resources Engineering Ms. Peetiya Nidhinandana

The Chainarong Na Lamphun Prize for Water Engineering and Management Mr. Sharad Aryal

The Prof. Emeritus Madan Mohan Das Memorial Prize for Water Engineering and Management Mr. Sharad Aryal

The AIT Alumni Association Prize for the most outstanding graduate in SET Mr. Sharad Aryal

The Robert C. Bodden Prize for the most outstanding woman graduate in SET Ms. Peetiya Nidhinandana

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS : 21

Alumni Recognition DR. REYNALDO P. RAMOS The Board of Regents (BOR) of the Technological University of the Philippines appointed Dr. Reynaldo P. Ramos 9th President of the Technological University of the Philippines (TUP). He assumed office on 24 September 2022. Dr. Ramos graduated with a B.Sc. (Civil Engineering) in 1989 and a Diploma (Civil Technology) in 1985 with honors from the same university. He earned his PhD in Urban Regeneration and Mixed-use Development from Ulster University, United Kingdom (2011) and an MPhil (by research), Environmental Engineering, University of Queensland, Australia (2004). He graduated with a Master’s Degree in Human Settlements and Housing Development from the Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand (1992). Dr. Ramos is the former Director of Romblon State University (RSU) International Linkages and External Affairs Office. After he graduated with a Master’s Degree at AIT in 1992, he worked in the Continuing Education Center (CEC), until mid1995. He was also the class representative of the Filipino scholars in the May 1991 batch and HSD Batch representative in 1991. He is an active member of the Student Union committee and was an officer of the Filipino Association (FILA) at AIT. In addition, he is the former secretary of the AITAA Philippine Chapter.

DR. TWARATH SUTABUTR Dr. Twarath Sutabutr has been President of the Office of Knowledge Management and Development (OKMD), an autonomous public organization in Thailand under the Office of the Prime Minister from August 2022.

MR. GEORGE ARULANANTHAM Mr. George Arulanantham received one of the highest honors bestowed upon a New Zealander. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II appointed him Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) in recognition of his services to the community. This honor was included in the New Year Honors List 2022, which was announced on 31 December 2021. Mr. Arulanantham has been involved in community work since his arrival in New Zealand over twenty years ago, initially being deeply involved in advocating and assisting refugee and migrant communities. Over the years, he has been able to extend his ability to continue serving the community through organizations such as Rotary Clubs, the Institute of Engineering and Technology (UK) Auckland Network, Engineering New Zealand, etc. Mr. Arulanantham graduated with a Masters in Industrial Engineering and Management (IEM) in 1991. In his own words, he is “proud to have been a Student of AIT, and the knowledge, ethics, and values he learned from AIT have contributed to his ongoing growth. He is very privileged to be a part of AIT.”

MR. RAMESH HAMAL Mr. Ramesh Hamal is appointed as Chairperson of the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), which is the regulatory body of the stock exchange of Nepal. He took the oath from the Minister of Finance Nepal and assumed office from 18 February 2022. Mr. Hamal is born in Silgadhi, Doti, Nepal and graduated MBA International Business in 1999 and former Student Union President in 1998 from the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT).

MR. SRINIVASA B. POPURI Dr. Twarath is a public servant by career, an engineer by training, and an energy policy & planner by experience, with a portfolio covering Petroleum E&P, Gas and Power integration, Promotion of Renewable Energy (RE), and Energy Efficiency (EE). He has experience of many international energy cooperative operations, serving as head of Thailand’s team in multilateral frameworks such as the UN, IEA, APEC, and ASEAN. His works in energy planning is reflected in a cross-sectional portfolio that includes the ASEAN Plan of Action in Energy Cooperation (APAEC) 20102015, Thailand Integrated Energy Blueprint (TIEB) 2015, the Energy 4.0 & Smart Grids Master Plan, and the innovative Local Energy Planning (LEP) initiatives. He earned his PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1999 and a Master’s in Geotechnical and Transportation Engineering from AIT in 1992. He was President of the AIT Alumni Association, Thailand Chapter from 2018 to 2019.

Mr. Srinivasa B. Popuri iswas appointed as Chief, of the Bangkok Multi Country Programme Office OrganisationOrganization, United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) sincein September 2022 to strengthen the UN-Habitat engagement with regionalbodiesregional bodies based in Bangkok and in the sub -region and as a repre- sentativerepresentative to Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei. As a development professional, SrinivasaMr. Popuri has worked over 25 years in the field of urban development, housing, and sustainable human settlements. Of these, over 20 years were spent working with the United Nations in several countries in Asia and the Pacific afterfollowing his service for over 5five years with the Government of India and International OrganisationsOrganizations. Mr. Srinivasa B. Popuri, graduated with a Master’s in Environmental Engineering and Management (EEM) in 1996. From September 2012 to August 2022, he served as Senior Human Settlements Officer and deputy to the regional director based in Fukuoka, Japan in overseeing programmes of, where he oversaw programs run by UN-Habitat in Asia and the Pacific countries.

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Facts and Figures

Students at a Glance

FACTS AND FIGURES : 23

Student Enrolment

Total New Student Intake: Applications, Offers, and Enrollment (Year 2022)

Average total enrollment (new and continuing students) in 2022 was

2,473

1,062

1,296

1,286

1,629

NUMBER OF APPLICANTS BY SCHOOL (DEGREE PROGRAMS)

from 57 countries

Total Applications

Total Offers

3,667

215

267

enrolled in a master’s programs

159

259

698

67% 25% Total Enrollment

642

2,619

124

43% 31% 23%

enrolled in SET

in SERD

in SOM

and the rest in interdisciplinary programs.

130

129

EXCHANGE AND VISITING STUDENTS: ALL LOCATIONS

enrolled in doctoral programs, the remainder in other programs

The male-female distribution was around Total Applications

Total Offers

198

59-41%

Total Enrollment

167

176

School of Engineering and Technology

School of Environment, Resources and Development

School of Management

All Open Degree

Student Graduation School SET

Department

2022

CIE

123

120

ICT

ISE

233

232

EECC

114

FAB

183

146

118

SET Total SERD

2021

SERD Total SOM SERD-SOM

SERD-SET

Institute total

522

503

On-time Graduation Percentage

180

172

34%

Note: Professional master’s stu- dentsstudents typically take at least 3 semesters to graduate and, while doctoral students usuallytypically take longer than the specified period to graduate.

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Student Prizes SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY z

SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENT, RESOURCES AND DEVELOPMENT

The C. Kwei Lin Prize for Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management Mr. Sumit Vinod Jungi

The Wilhelm Hill Prize Mr. Nguyen Manh Duc

The Yoshiro Takasaki Prize for Energy Mr. Khongpol Poka

The Sandeep Mohapatra Memorial Prize Mr. Sneh Singh

The Robert B Banks Prize for Environmental Engineering and Management Mr. Danuwas Sarathana

The AIT Alumni Association Prize (most outstanding graduate) in SOM Ms. Sirikorn Chatsanguthai

The Robert C. Bodden Prize (most outstanding woman) in SOM Ms. Anushma Shrestha

The Mahesh Varma Prize for Construction, Engineering and Infrastructure Management Ms. Natima Sawaddee

The Chin Fung Kee Prize for Geotechnical and Earth Resources Engineering Ms. Peetiya Nidhinandana

The Chainarong Na Lamphun Prize for Water Engineering and Management Mr. Sharad Aryal

The Prof. Emeritus Madan Mohan Das Memorial Prize for Water Engineering and Management Ms. Surabhi Upadhyay

SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

The Chongrak Polprasert Prize (with specialization in Water and Wastewater Engineering) Ms. Wanni Zhang

The AIT Alumni Association Prize (most outstanding graduate) in SET Mr. Sharad Aryal

The Hisamatsu Prize for Gender and Development Studies Ms. Tang Sai

The Robert C. Bodden Prize (most outstanding woman) in SET Ms. Peetiya Nidhinandana

The Prof. Shabbir H. Gheewala Prize in Development and Sustainability Ms. Dilasha Joshi

The AIT Alumni Association Prize (most outstanding graduate) in SERD Mr. Khongpol Poka

The Robert C. Bodden Prize (most outstanding woman) in SERD Ms. Dilasha Joshi

FACTS AND FIGURES : 25

Student Research

School/AP

SET

Career Center Master’s Student Research

Doctoral Students’ Dissertation

Thesis

Research Studies

Internships

Projects

Total Students’ Research

109

218

CE CEIM

DSAI GTE

ICT IM

IME IOT ME

MES

18 18

14 4

8 1 1

PMDS

9 3

STE

9 20

6 6

WEM

SERD

AARM

4 7

ABM

16 37

135

ASE

CCSD

EEM

FEBT

FINH

6 10 6

GDS

NRM

MPA RRDP

4 2

1 10

UEM

SOM

BADT

MBA-D

MBA(VN)

EMBA(VN)

PMBADT

DBA

SM-PHD

SET&SERD

UWEM

1 0

189

5 4 1

YPM-SBE TOTAL

DPMM SERD&SOM

4 5

446 visitors of which 369 were students

RSGIS

The Career Center organized one Career Fair in 2022, attracting a total of

420

A total of 19 Career Talks were organized by 21 companies during the year, with

540 students taking part

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Alumni at a Glance 2022 total alumni

26,094

FACTS AND FIGURES : 27

Thailand

6,863

Alumni by Countries/ Territories (Top 10 countries)

Vietnam

Nepal

4,223

1,619 India

1,728 China

870

Pakistan

Philippines

1,022

988

Myanmar

1,514

Sri Lanka

1,672

Bangladesh

1,257

Alumni by Degree, School and Gender

M Eng

11,636

male

18,430

Diploma

366

Gender

MBA

2,819 female

7,663

Degree

MBA (E)

1,269

No data

Ph D

D Tech Sc

240 844 B.S.E

SOM

Other degrees

4,586

M Eng(PME)

SET

12,745

School

M Sc

5,929

SERD

8,589 SERD&SOM SERD&SET

136

D Eng 794 684

703

806

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Faculty at a Glance

FACTS AND FIGURES : 29

Faculty Figures 2022

HEADCOUNT (ANNUAL AVERAGE)

FACULTY

FACULTY STRENGTH (IN FTEs*)

SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENT, RESOURCES, AND DEVELOPMENT Full-time Faculty

26.17

Visiting Faculty >1y

0.50

Visiting Faculty <1y

0.42

0.21

Adjunct Faculty

9.33

2.33

36.42

29.21

Full-time Faculty

27.58

Visiting Faculty >1y

4.00

Visiting Faculty <1y

0.00

Adjunct Faculty

24.75

6.19

56.33

37.77

Full-time Faculty

3.83

Visiting Faculty >1y

5.25

Visiting Faculty <1y

0.25

0.13

Adjunct Faculty

25.25

6.31

34.58

15.52

Full-time Faculty

57.58

Visiting Faculty >1y

9.75

Visiting Faculty <1y

0.67

0.34

Adjunct Faculty

59.33

14.83

127.33

82.50

Total SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Total SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Total ASIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Total

* FTE (full-time equivalence) is computed by multiplying the headcount by the FTE factor, where 1 is used for Chair Professor, Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Instructor, and long-term Visiting Faculty; 0.5 for short-term Visiting Faculty; and 0.25 for Adjunct Faculty.

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Projects at a Glance

FACTS AND FIGURES : 31

Initiated Projects in 2022

AIT Solutions

Training

AIT Extension

SERD

AI Technology Center

Total project budget (million Thai Baht)

Unit

164

Type

SET

763+

GWSC

Total Number of Initiated Projects

IntERLab

Consulting

other units Yunus Center

RRCAP

Academic

Research

Ongoing Projects in 2022 Research

AIT Solutions

121

118

AIT Extension

SERD

Total project budget (million Thai Baht)

171 by

Unit

544

Type

AI Technology Center

GIC

Total Number of Ongoing Projects

IntERLab

SET

141

other units Yunus Center

Consulting

Academic

RRCAP

Training

Completed Projects in 2022

AIT Solutions

Research

157

AIT Extension

902+

Total project budget (million Thai Baht)

SERD

279

Unit

Type

Total Number of Completed Projects

AI Technology Center

1,970+

SET

GIC

IntERLab

Consulting

other units DCC

Training

RRCAP

Academic

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Governance

Board of Trustees

Chair

Board Members

Dr. Tongchat Hongladaromp, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, AIT

H.E. Mr. Mohammed Abdul Hye Ambassador of Bangladesh

Vice Chair

H.E. Mr. Ouk Sorphorn Ambassador of Cambodia

Dr. Anat Arbhabhirama Chairman of Management Committee, Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company Limited, Thailand Dr. Suwit Khunkitti Former Deputy Prime Minister and Former Minister of Education of Thailand Dr. Za-Chieh Moh Chairman of the Board, MAA Group Consulting Engineer

H.E. Dr. Sarah Taylor Ambassador of Canada H.E. Mr. Han Zhiqiang Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China H.E. Mr. Thierry Mathou Ambassador of France H.E. Ms. Suchitra Durai Ambassador of the Republic of India H.E. Mr. Rachmat Budiman Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia H.E. Mr. Moon Seoung-Hyun Ambassador of the Republic of Korea (till June 2022)

H.E. Mr. Seng Soukhathivong Ambassador of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (untill June 2022) H.E. Dato’ Jojie Samuel Ambassador of Malaysia H.E. Mr. Ganesh Prasad Dhakal Ambassador of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal H.E. Sahebzada A. Khan Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan H.E. Mrs. Colonne Appuhamillage Chaminda Inoka Colonne Ambassador of Sri Lanka H.E. Mr. Phan Chi Thanh Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Ms. Lulu Tian Deputy Secretary-General, China Scholarship Council (CSC)

Executive Committee Chairman

Members

Mr. Chaiwat Kovavisarach CEO, President, and Director, Bangchak Corporation PLC

Mr. Chaovalit Ekabut Advisor to the President and CEO, Siam Cement Group (SCG) Public Company Limited Mr. Chawalit Chanthararat President, Team Consulting Engineering and Management Group PCL Bangkok Prof. Kazuo Yamamoto Professor Emeritus University of Tokyo and former AIT Vice President (untill August 2022) Professor Emeritus Karl E. Weber AIT Emeritus Professor and former AIT Vice President Dr. Twarath Sutabutr President, Office of Knowledge Management and Development Dr. Yanyong Phataralaoha Managing Director, Thai Pipe Industry Co. Ltd.

Dr. Sutapa Amornvivat Chief Executive Officer and Founder: SCB Abacus Mr. Alger Fung Chief Executive Officer at AIA Hong Kong & Macau

Ex-officio Members Dr. Tongchat Hongladaromp Chairman of the Board Dr. Eden Woon AIT President (untill August 2022) Prof. Kazuo Yamamoto AIT Interim President (from 1 September 2022)

FACTS AND FIGURES : 33

Ex-Officio Mr. Chutintorn Gongsakdi Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Thailand

Dr. Punya P. Regmi Vice Chancellor, Agriculture and Forestry University, Nepal

Dr. Eden Woon AIT President (untill August 2022)

Mrs. Chulamanee Chartsuwan Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Thailand (from August 2022)

Dr. David McLean Professor and Dean, Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering, Colorado State University

Prof. Kazuo Yamamoto AIT Interim President (from 1 September 2022)

Professor Sirirurg Songsivilai Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), Thailand

Prof. Denis Fred Simon Senior Adviser to the President for China Affairs, Duke University

Professor Bundhit Eua-arporn President of Chulalongkorn University, Thailand Mr. Chaiwat Kovavisarach CEO, President, and Director, Bangchak Corporation PLC and Chair of the AIT Executive Committee Mr. Chawalit Chanthararat President, Team Consulting Engineering and Management Group PCL Bangkok Prof. Gasinee Witoonchart Rector, Thammasat University, Thailand

Mr. Somprasong Boonyachai Chairman, Osotspa Public Company Limited and Chairman, Thaicom

Mr. Taweechai Termkunanon President, AIT Alumni Association

Observers H.E. Mr. Nashida Kazuya Ambassador of Japan to Thailand

Professor Kazuhiko Takeuchi President, Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES)

H.E. Mr. David Daly Ambassador and Head, Delegation of the European Union to Thailand

Dr. Yanyong Phataralaoha Managing Director, Thai Pipe Industry Co. Ltd.

Secretariat

Dr. Sutapa Amornvivat Chief Executive Officer and Founder, SCB Abacus

Mr. Karma Rana Institute Secretary, AIT Dr. Namita Sravat Institute Deputy Secretary, AIT Ms. Rungnapar Sa-Nguanphuak Administrative Assistant, AIT

Audit Committee Chairman

Members

Secretary

Mr. Chaovalit Ekabut Advisor to the President and CEO, Siam Cement Group (SCG) Public Company Limited

Mr. Chawalit Chanthararat President, Team Consulting Engineering and Management Group PCL Bangkok

Ms. Saowarot Buabok Internal Auditor, AIT

Professor Emeritus Karl E. Weber AIT Emeritus Professor and former AIT Vice President

Rapporteur Dr. Namita Sravat Institute Deputy Secretary

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Senior Management

PRESIDENT

DEANS

Dr. Eden Y. Woon (until 31 August 2022) Prof. Kazuo Yamamoto, interim (from 1 September 2022)

School of Engineering & Technology

VICE-PRESIDENTS

Prof. Dieter Wilhelm Trau

Administration Mr. Russell Bruce Rein

Knowledge Transfer Dr. Naveed Anwar

AIT Extension

Prof. Vilas Nittivatananon

Dr. Christopher Garnier Executive Director Mr. Voravate Chonlasin co-Executive Director (from 11 November 2022)

School of Management

AIT Artificial Intelligence Technology Center

Dr. Roger John Levermore

Dr. Mongkol Ekpanyapong

School of Environment, Resources & Development

Academic Affairs Prof. Shobhakar Dhakal

DIRECTORS OF OUTREACH CENTERS

AIT Center in Vietnam Dr. Dong Phung Van

AIT Solutions Mr. Thaung Htut Aung

Center for Global Challenges Prof. Deepak Sharma

Belt & Road Research Center Dr. Wenchao Xue

Entrepreneurship Center Prof. Dieter Trau

Geoinformatics Center Dr. Manzul Hazarika

Global Water and Sanitation Center Prof. Thammarat Koottatep (from 1 August 2022) Prof. Sangam Shrestha (from 1 August 2022)

Internet Education & Research Laboratory Dr. Adisorn Lertsinsrubtavee

Regional Resource Center for Asia & the Pacific Dr. Naoya Tsukamoto (until 14 September 2022) Dr. Guilberto Borongan (from 15 September 2022)

Yunus Center at AIT Dr. Syed Faizul Hassan Shah

APPENDICES : 35

Appendices Independent Audit’s Report Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 December 2022 Faculty Members

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Independent Audit’s Report

To the Board of Trustees of Asian Institute of Technology Opinion I have audited the financial statements of Asian Institute of Technology (“Institute”), which comprise the statement of financial position and statement of financial position classified by funds as at 31 December 2022, the statement of revenues and expenses, the statement of revenues and expenses classifies by funds, changes in fund balances and cash flows for the year then ended, and notes, comprising a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory information. In my opinion, the accompanying financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Institute as at 31 December 2022 and its financial performance and cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with the Thai Financial Reporting Standard for Non-Publicly Accountable Entities (TFRS for NPAEs). Basis for Opinion I conducted my audit in accordance with Thai Standards on Auditing (TSAs). My responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of my report. I am independent of the Company in accordance with the Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants including Independence Standards issued by the Federation of Accounting Professions (Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants) that is relevant to my audit of the financial statements, and I have fulfilled my other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants. I believe that the audit evidence I have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for my opinion. Other Information Management is responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the information included in the annual report, but does not include the financial statements and my auditor’s report thereon. The annual report is expected to be made available to me after the date of this auditor’s report. My opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and I will not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. In connection with my audit of the financial statements, my responsibility is to read the other information identified above when it becomes available and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or my knowledge obtained in the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. When I read the annual report, if I conclude that there is a material misstatement therein, I am required to communicate the matter to the management and request that the correction be made. Responsibilities of Management for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with TFRS for NPAEs, and for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the Institute’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the Institute or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.

APPENDICES : 37

Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements My objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes my opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with TSAs will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements. As part of an audit in accordance with TSAs, I exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit. I also: z

Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for my opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.

Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Institute’s internal control.

Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by management.

Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Institute’s ability to continue as a going concern. If I conclude that a material uncertainty exists, I am required to draw attention in my auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify my opinion. My conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of my auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Institute to cease to continue as a going concern.

Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.

I communicate with management regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that I identify during my audit.

(Yuvanuch Thepsongvaj) Certified Public Accountant Registration No. 5371 KPMG Phoomchai Audit Ltd. Bangkok 28 April 2023

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Statements of financial position

31 December

Note

2022

2021 (in Baht)

ASSETS Current assets Cash and cash equivalents

310,305,044

247,816,455

Current investments

459,151,781

369,923,099

Accounts receivable

69,905,510

71,878,991

38,680,682

53,974,830

381,282,372

362,139,171

Receivables from Program fund Assets held on behalf of donors Other current assets

31,471,202

22,012,486

Total current assets

1,290,796,591

1,127,745,032

Non-current assets Restricted deposits of financial institutions Property and equipment

5, 14

5,000,000

5,400,000

523,125,957

568,526,508

528,125,957

573,926,508

1,818,922,548

1,701,671,540

220,824,403

178,978,020

350,491,141

197,195,750

2,309,417

7,741,653

5,465,573

Total non-current assets Total assets

LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES Current liabilities Accounts payable and accrued expenses

Advances from Program fund Current portion of long-term loan

Deposit payables Amounts due to donors

Total current liabilities

381,282,372

362,139,171

962,648,986

746,087,931

Non-current liabilities Long-term loan

13,856,500

16,165,917

Provision for retirement benefits

10,816,530

12,447,910

Total non-current liabilities

24,673,030

28,613,827

Total liabilities

987,322,016

774,701,758

Endowment fund balances

145,141,017

144,688,190

Capital funds balances

571,757,359

650,895,960

Fund balances

General reserve fund

114,702,156

131,385,632

Total fund balances

831,600,532

926,969,782

1,818,922,548

1,701,671,540

Total liabilities and fund balances

APPENDICES : 39

Statements of revenues and expenses

For the year ended 31 December

Note

2022

2021 (in Baht)

Income Tuition income and other fees

379,992,740

377,819,780

Research grants and contract service income

720,350,420

298,203,516

Support operations income

156,578,240

134,154,228

Training income

333,192,697

207,515,813

Other contributions

18,508,201

14,606,233

320,000

1,608,622,298

1,032,619,570

660,618,832

548,443,391

Materials, supplies and services expenses

600,391,904

265,546,983

Contracted services expenses

232,548,915

159,367,977

Faculty secondments income Total income Expenses Employee benefit expenses

Communication and travel expenses

75,778,993

41,841,259

Utilities and insurance expenses

54,236,668

46,713,413

Faculty secondments expenses

320,000

1,623,575,312

1,062,233,023

Total expenses Income under expenses Depreciation Income under expenses including depreciation

(14,953,014)

(29,613,453)

(107,456,623)

(108,818,043)

(122,409,637)

(138,431,496)

4,253,022

4,145,414

Non operating income and expenses Interest income Gain (loss) on exchange rate Income under expenses

(1,559,886)

2,849,826

(119,716,501)

(131,436,256)

Balances as at 31 December

Net

Capital fund - Property and equipment liquid assets

(110,627,751)

Restricted funds - Program fund

Unrestricted fund - Intergrated facility management

Restricted fund - General reserve

(4,767,741)

Unrestricted fund - General

4,767,741

(3,816,306)

8,584,047

Unrestricted fund-General

Unrestricted current fund

TRANSFER TO (FROM) OTHER FUNDS:

Total

Capital for Program fund

110,627,751

Capital from funds held on behalf of others

INCREASE CAPITAL:

Total

Adjusted gain on foreign currency translation of AITVN

Total additions (deductions) for the year

3,351,195

107,276,556

Income over (under) expenses for the year (AITVN)

Unrestricted Current fund

Income over (under) expenses for the year (AITTH)

ADDITIONS (DEDUCTIONS):

BALANCES AS AT 1 JANUARY

Note

Statements of changes in fund balances

145,141,017

452,827

144,688,190

Endowment fund

(22,556,204)

(20,367,394)

(2,188,810)

20,367,394

2,188,810

1,547,132

641,678

Program fund

Restricted funds

135,651,777

(135,651,777)

(in Bath)

Integrated facility management

Unrestricted fund

571,757,359

20,367,394

2,577,929

548,812,036

17,929

(102,101,853)

(516,454)

(101,585,399)

650,895,960

Capital fundsProperty and equipment

114,702,156

(18,067,475)

(135,651,777)

2,188,810

4,767,741

110,627,751

132,769,631

1,383,999

131,385,632

Restricted fund - General reserve

831,600,532

(20,367,394)

18,067,475

(135,651,777)

22,556,204

4,767,741

110,627,751

22,945,323

20,367,394

2,577,929

808,655,209

1,401,928

(119,716,501)

565,567

(120,282,068)

926,969,782

31 December 2022

926,969,782

(11,789,429)

25,228,739

(138,440,442)

8,665,639

(29,725,403)

146,060,896

13,528,776

11,789,429

1,739,347

913,441,006

4,635,283

(131,436,256)

3,284,397

(134,720,653)

1,040,241,979

31 December 2021

Total

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APPENDICES : 41

Statements of cash flows

For the year ended 31 December Note

2022

2021 (in Baht)

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Opening fund balances

926,969,782

1,040,241,979

Closing fund balances

831,600,532

926,969,782

Movement in fund balances

(95,369,250)

(113,272,197)

Adjustments to reconcile movement of fund balances (Reversal) doubtful debts expenses

7,279,106

(1,251,970)

Depreciation

107,456,623

108,818,043

(4,253,022)

(4,145,414)

1,124,397

(3,173,950)

(135,683)

129,000

16,102,171

(12,896,488)

Accounts receivable

(6,021,206)

(12,251,876)

Receivables from Program fund

15,294,148

15,218,152

Other current assets

(9,458,716)

(4,853,805)

Accounts payable and accrued expenses

41,846,383

20,426,026

Advances from Program fund

153,295,391

12,548,527

2,276,080

22,128

Interest income Unrealised (gain) loss on exchange rate (Reversal) provision for retirements benefits

Movement in fund balances from operating activities before changes in operating assets and liabilities Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

Deposit payables Provision for retirements benefits paid

Net cash from operating activities

(1,495,697)

(3,532,050)

211,838,554

14,680,614

4,253,022

4,145,414

(89,228,682)

96,447,452

400,000

(325,000)

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES Interest received Increase (decrease) in current investments Decrease (increase) in restricted deposits of financial institutions Acquisition of property and equipment

(61,969,626)

(62,925,354)

(146,545,286)

37,342,512

(2,309,417)

Net cash used in financing activites

(2,309,417)

Net increase in cash and cash equivalents

62,983,851

49,713,709

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year

247,816,455

198,171,856

(495,262)

(69,110)

310,305,044

247,816,455

Net cash (used in) from investing activities

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITES Payment of long-term loan

Effects of exchange rate changes on balances held in foreign currencies Cash and cash equivalents at end of year

General reserve Total fund balances

164,877,939

Total liabilities and fund balances

164,877,939

10,397,948

154,479,991

Capital funds balances

866,145

Endowment fund balances

Fund balances

Total liabilities

Total non-current liabilities

Provision for retirement benefits

Long-term loan

Non-Current liabilities

Total current liabilities

Amounts due to donors

Deposit payables

Current portion of long-term loan

153,613,846

164,877,939

5, 14

Advances from Program fund

Accounts payable and accrued expenses

Current liabilities

LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES

Total assets

Total non-current assets

Property and equipment

Restricted deposits of financial institutions

Non-current assets

3,567,383

1,431,802

2,135,581

3,567,383

875,852

164,877,939

18,985,672

Total current assets

Other current assets

289,427

11,795,764

763,995

1,638,109

Assets held on behalf of donors

Accounts receivable

74,491,603

59,604,900

Current investments

Unrestricted fund-General

Receivables from Program fund

Cash and cash equivalents

Current assets

ASSETS

Note

Unrestricted Current fund

Statements of financial position classified by funds

145,141,017

2,387

145,137,925

705

Endowment fund

399,344,326

418,582

398,925,744

350,491,141

48,434,603

399,344,326

5,000,000

394,344,326

11,284,057

38,680,682

45,956,637

93,326,653

205,096,297

Program fund

Restricted funds

18,841,929

5,443,706

13,398,223

18,841,929

223,234

11,863,682

6,755,013

591,165,426

571,757,359

19,408,067

13,856,500

5,551,567

2,309,417

3,242,150

591,165,426

523,125,957

68,039,469

100,000

66,713,249

1,226,220

Capital funds Property and equipment

(in Bath)

Integrated facility management

Unrestricted fund

114,702,156

114,702,156 114,702,156

114,702,156

78,718,356

35,983,800

Restricted funds General reserve

31,471,202

381,282,372

38,680,682

69,905,510

459,151,781

310,305,044

31 December 2022

5,000,000

528,125,957

523,125,957

114,702,156 831,600,532

571,757,359

145,141,017

987,322,016

24,673,030

10,816,530

13,856,500

962,648,986

381,282,372

7,741,653

2,309,417

350,491,141

220,824,403

381,282,372 1,818,922,548

381,282,372

381,282,372 1,818,922,548

381,282,372 1,290,796,591

381,282,372

Agency fund

1,701,671,540

131,385,632 926,969,782

650,895,960

144,688,190

774,701,758

28,613,827

12,447,910

16,165,917

746,087,931

362,139,171

5,465,573

2,309,417

197,195,750

178,978,020

1,701,671,540

573,926,508

568,526,508

5,400,000

1,127,745,032

22,012,486

362,139,171

53,974,830

71,878,991

369,923,099

247,816,455

31 December 2021

Total

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Other contributions

Income over (under) expenses

3,204,427 (567,585)

110,627,751

Interest income

Income over (under) expenses

107,990,909

Gains (losses) on exchange rate

NON OPERATING INCOME AND EXPENSES

Income over (under) expenses including depreciation

(93,425,881)

107,990,909

Allocation costs

Depreciation

14,565,028

Income over (under) expenses before allocation

366,935,039

Faculty secondments expenses

Total expenses

298,179

4,767,741

(992,301)

2,327,966

3,432,076

31,802,576

35,234,652

50,604,428

(1,178,885)

1,327,204

19,719,170

33,546,488 8,089,993

5,809,479

24,927,460

85,839,080

80,818,932

244,181,447

381,500,067

4,109,576

8,841,924

81,212,195 242,809

Utilities and insurance expenses

Communication and travel expenses

Contracted services expenses

Materials, supplies and services expenses

Employee benefit expenses

EXPENSES

Total income

Faculty secondments income

274,500

Unrestricted fund-General

2,184,712

Support operations income

Training income

4,621,144

365,852,287

Research grants and contract service income

Tuition income and other fees

INCOME

Note

Unrestricted Current fund

Statements of revenues and expenses claasified by funds

452,827

345,212

107,615

94,316

201,931

(in Bath)

Endowment fund

2,188,810

1,060,356,307

3,443,675

65,820,710

115,304,717

497,049,031

378,738,174

1,062,545,117

332,949,888

715,454,776

14,140,453

Program fund

Restricted funds

(135,651,777)

(1,624,583)

(134,027,194)

61,623,305

(72,403,889)

145,585,222

51,673,699

541,086

63,978,540

16,620,146

12,771,751

73,181,333

Integrated Facility Management

Unrestricted fund

(102,101,853)

(107,456,623)

5,354,770

Capital find property and equipment

Restricted fund General reserve

(119,716,501)

(1,559,886)

4,253,022

(122,409,637)

(107,456,623)

(14,953,014)

1,623,575,312

54,236,668

75,778,993

232,548,915

600,391,904

660,618,832

1,608,622,298

18,508,201

333,192,697

156,578,240

720,350,420

379,992,740

31 December 2022

(131,436,256)

2,849,826

4,145,414

(138,431,496)

(108,818,043)

(29,613,453)

1,062,233,023

320,000

46,713,413

41,841,259

159,367,977

265,546,983

548,443,391

1,032,619,570

320,000

14,606,233

207,515,813

134,154,228

298,203,516

377,819,780

31 December 2021

Total

APPENDICES : 43

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These notes form an integral part of the financial statements. The financial statements issued for Thai statutory and regulatory reporting purposes are prepared in the Thai language. These English language financial statements have been prepared from the Thai language statutory financial statements, and were approved and authorised for issue by the President of the Institute on 28 April 2023.

1. General information The Asian Institute of Technology, the “Institute”, is a regional post-graduate institution. The Institute operates on a not-forprofit basis. The Institute is located at the following addresses Thailand 58 Moo 9 Km. 42 Paholyothin Highway, Klong Luang, Pathumthani, Thailand.

Asian Institute of Technology Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 31 December 2022

counting and reporting purposes into funds, which are in accordance with activities or objects specified. Within each fund group, fund balances which are restricted by outside sources are so indicated and are distinguished from unrestricted fund allocated to specific purposes by action of the governing board. The governing board retains full control of unrestricted funds to use in achieving institutional objectives. The purposes and objects of the funds are as follows:

Branch

Building B3, University of Transport and Communications, Lang Thuong Ward, Dong Da Dist., Hanoi, Vietnam

The principal activities of the Institute are providing programs in engineering, science, advanced technologies and related management and administration.

UNRESTRICTED CURRENT FUND (FUND 10) This fund is the operating account of most of the academic and administrative units of the Institute. It is available for general operating purposes without restrictions, such as might be imposed by a grant agency or donor. UNRESTRICTED FUND-GENERAL (FUND 21)

2. Basis of preparation of the financial statements The financial statements are prepared in accordance with Thai Financial Reporting Standard for Non-publicly Accountable Entities (TFRS for NPAEs) and guidelines promulgated by the Federation of Accounting Professions (TFAC) and the Institute’s accounting policy. In addition, the Institute has complied with Thai Financial Reporting Standard for Publicly Accountable Entities as follows:

TFRS

Topic

TAS 7

Statement of Cash Flows

The financial statements are prepared and presented in Thai Baht, rounded in the notes to the financial statements to the nearest thousand unless otherwise stated. They are prepared on the historical cost basis except as stated in the accounting policies. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with TFRS for NPAEs requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of the Institute’s accounting policies. Actual results may differ from these estimates. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised prospectively. To ensure observance of limitations and restrictions placed on the use of the resources available to the Institute, the books of account of the Institute are maintained and classified for ac-

This fund is the operating account of support units that offer academic-related services and certain administrative functions. RESTRICTED ENDOWMENT FUND (FUND 22) The Endowment Fund is used where donors have stipulated, as a condition of their gift, either the principal is to be maintained inviolate and in perpetuity or used along with the income to meet the objectives of the endowment. RESTRICTED PROGRAM FUND (FUND 30 AND FUND 31) The program fund includes academic and non-academic programs. Non-academic programs is subject to restrictions by donors or other agencies limiting its use for funding specific research projects, conference, short courses, workshops or similar projects. UNRESTRICTED FUND-INTEGRATED FACILITY MANAGEMENT (FUND 24) This fund includes the operating account of the Institute for asset maintenance and for the provision of the Institute’s non-core operations, mainly on integrated facilities management service. RESTRICTED FUND-GENERAL RESERVE (FUND 23) The annual surplus of the unrestricted funds and the excess of the activities under Sponsored Program fund that were completed during the year, are transferred to the General Reserve each year. General Reserve funds are held for future use. CAPITAL FUND (FUND 41) This fund holds the Institute’s property and equipment, including library books.

APPENDICES : 45

AGENCY FUND (ACCOUNTED FOR AS FUND 50 AND FUND 60) These funds are held on behalf of donors and other agencies and are disbursed in accordance with their instructions. The Institute has no title to these funds and the associated revenues and expenses have been excluded from the statement of revenues and expenses. The assets held on behalf of these others have been disclosed in the statement of financial position together with the associated liability for the same amount to these other parties.

3. Significant accounting policies The accounting policies set out below have been applied consistently to all periods presented in these financial statements. (A) BASIS OF PREPARATION The financial statements of the Institute comprise the funds of the Institute and those of its branch to which it holds title. The Branch is an autonomous or semi-autonomous operating entity within an organisation which does not have a separate legal identity. The Branch has separately identifiable assets, liabilities, cash flows, revenues and expenses over which it has accountability. (B) FOREIGN CURRENCIES TRANSACTIONS Transactions in foreign currencies including non-monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated to Thai Baht at exchange rates at the dates of the transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated at the exchange rate at the reporting date. Foreign branch The assets and liabilities of foreign branch are translated to Thai Baht at the foreign exchange rates ruling at the reporting date. The revenues and expenses of foreign branch are translated to Thai Baht at rates approximating the foreign exchange rates ruling at the dates of the transactions. Foreign exchange differences arising on translation are recognised in the statement of revenues and expenses. (C) CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash balances, call deposits, fixed deposits which deposits type less than or equal to 3 months and highly liquid short-term investments.

(E) PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT Owned assets Property and equipment are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and losses on decline in value. Cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the asset. The cost of self-constructed assets includes the cost of materials and direct labour, any other costs directly attributable to bringing the assets to a working condition for their intended use, the costs of dismantling and removing the items and restoring the site on which they are located and capitalised borrowing costs. Purchased software that is integral to the functionality of the related equipment is capitalised as part of that equipment. Donated assets are stated at cost or reasonable market price as deemed cost. Subsequently they are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. When parts of an item of property and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate items (major components) of property and equipment. Any gains and losses on disposal of an item of property and equipment are determined by comparing the proceeds from disposal with the carrying amount of property and equipment, and are recognised net within other income in the statements of revenues and expenses. Subsequent costs The cost of replacing a part of an item of property and equipment is recognised in the carrying amount of the item if it is probable that the future economic benefits embodied within the part will flow to the Institute, and its cost can be measured reliably. The carrying amount of the replaced part is derecognised. The costs of the day-to-day servicing of property and equipment are recognised in the statements of revenues and expenses as incurred. Depreciation Depreciation is calculated based on the depreciable amount. No depreciation is provided on freehold land and assets under construction, which is the cost of an asset, or other amount substituted for cost, less its residual value. Depreciation is charged to the statement of revenues and expenses on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of each component of an item of property and equipment. The estimated useful lives are as follows:

(D) ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLES

Campus development

years

Accounts receivable are stated at their invoice value less allowance for doubtful accounts.

Building improvement

years

Receivables from Program fund are unbilled receivables represented amount expected to be collected from donors. The allowance for doubtful accounts is provided for inactive students. Bad debts are written off when incurred. Bad debts recovered are recognised in other income in the statement of revenues and expenses.

Buildings

years

Furniture and equipment

5, 10

years

Transportation equipment

years

Library assets

years

(F) LOSSES ON DECLINE IN VALUE The carrying amounts of the Institute’s assets are reviewed at each reporting date to determine whether there is any indica-

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tion of a permanent decline in value. If any such indication exists, the assets’ recoverable amounts are estimated. A loss on decline in value is recognised if the carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. A loss on decline in value is recognised in the statement of revenues and expenses. (G) PAYABLES Payables are stated at cost. Advances from Program fund represents the amount of advance billing, for which the Institute had not rendered the service under the conditions stipulated in the contracts. Income received in advanced is stated at cost. (H) PROVISIONS A provision is recognised if, as a result of a past event, the Institute has a present legal or constructive obligation that can be estimated reliably, and it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation. Provisions are determined by the best estimate method. Provision for retirement benefits Provision for retirement benefits are recognised using the best estimate method at the reporting date. The Institute derecognises the provision when actual payment is made. Defined contribution plans Obligations for contributions to the Social Securities Fund, Provident Fund and Insured Saving Fund are recognised as expenses in the statement of revenues and expenses as incurred.

penses as an integral part of the total lease expense, over the term of lease. (K) INCOME TAX No income tax provision is made in the financial statements as the Institute is exempt from payment of income tax in accordance with the notification issued in the Royal Gazette dated 25 October 2510 B.E. (1967). Except for services rendered by the Conference Center, the Institute has been exempted from Value Added Tax (VAT), under Section 4(4) of the Royal Decree issued under the Revenue Code governing exemption from Value Added Tax (No. 239), B.E. 2534 which was additionally amended under the Royal Decree (No. 254) B.E. 2535.

4. Cash and cash equivalents 2022

(in thousand Baht) Cash on hand

Cash at banks – current accounts

18,424

144,424

Cash at banks – saving accounts

198,013

18,043

Cash at banks – fixed deposit accounts

93,822

85,350

310,305

247,817

2022

2021

Total

5. Current investments

(I) REVENUE Tuition income and other fees are recognised on an accrual basis. Research grant and contract service income received from Donors/Sponsors under Sponsored Program Fund (Fund 30) is recognised when service are rendered and recognised in proportion to the stage of completion of the project. Support operations income are recognised as goods or services are provide. Training income are recognised as services are provided.

(in thousand Baht) Fixed deposits at financial institutions

464,152

375,323

Less Deposits pledged as collateral

(5,000)

(5,400)

459,152

369,923

Net

At 31 December 2022, fixed deposits of Baht 5.0 million (2021: Baht 5.4 million) were pledged as collateral for bank overdraft facility and outstanding letters of guarantee issued by the same financial institutions (see Note 14).

Other contributions (donations) recognised on a cash basis due to the absence of any obligation on the donor to make the donation and the uncertain nature of the timing of receipt, donations have to be.

6. Accounts receivable

These represent services donated to the Institute in the form of a secondment of faculty or staff and where the value is estimated based on the approved Institute professional salary scale. The amounts are recognised as revenues and expenses in the unrestricted general fund.

Tuition and other fees

Interest income and other income are recognised as it accrues. (J) OPERATING LEASES Payments made under operating leases are recognised on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Lease incentives received are recognised in the statement of revenues and ex-

2021

2022

2021

(in thousand Baht) Others (mainly from research grants and contract service income)

24,494

35,653

51,926

52,325

76,420

87,978

Less allowance for doubtful accounts

(6,514)

(16,099)

Net

69,906

71,879

Bad debts

16,864

Doubtful debts expenses for the year (reversal)

7,279

(1,252)

APPENDICES : 47

7. Property and equipment

Campus development

Building Furniture Transportation Library and building and equipment equipment assets improvement

Assets under construction

Total

(in thousand Baht) COST 582,844

1,017,868

597,379

20,819

8,903

16,701

2,244,514

Additions

At 1 January 2021

7,798

22,117

133

461

32,416

62,925

Transfers

35,311

508

(35,819)

239

472

128

839

Foreign currency translation At 31 December 2021 and 1 January 2022

625,953

1,018,107

620,476

21,080

9,364

13,298

2,308,278

Additions

3,829

35,261

431

22,387

61,970

Transfers

17,142

660

(17,802)

Foreign currency translation At 31 December 2022

184

348

646,964

1,018,250

656,581

21,123

9,795

17,883

2,370,596

ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION At 1 January 2021

318,946

781,299

506,735

17,021

6,163

1,630,164

Depreciation charge for the year

53,282

18,405

34,465

1,180

1,485

108,817

Foreign currency translation

(16)

453

205

128

770

At 31 December 2021 and 1 January 2022

372,212

800,157

541,405

18,329

7,648

1,739,751

Depreciation charge for the year

55,490

15,284

34,736

1,024

923

107,457

Foreign currency translation

(34)

164

262

427,668

815,528

576,305

19,398

8,571

1,847,470

At 31 December 2021

253,741

217,950

79,071

2,751

1,716

13,298

568,527

At 31 December 2022

219,296

202,722

80,276

1,725

1,224

17,883

523,126

At 31 December 2022 NET BOOK VALUE

The gross amount of fully depreciated property and equipment that was still in use as at 31 December 2022 amounted to Baht 1,083 million (2021: Baht 828 million).

8. Accounts payable and accrued expenses 2022

9. Loan 2021

(in thousand Baht) Advance from students

144,819

101,381

Accrued staff expenses

24,628

29,459

Accounts payable from operation

23,952

28,164

Accrued operating expenses

20,416

13,424

Withholding tax payable Provision for insured saving fund tax

4,432

3,951

Others

2,577

2,593

Total

220,824

178,978

In August 2017, the institute has a loan, amounting to Baht 27.71 million from a local company for building construction, an interest rate of 7.15% per annum. The repayment period is June 2018 to December 2029.

10. Assets held on behalf of, and amounts due to, donors The agency fund represents amounts held on behalf of donors and other agencies and are disbursed in accordance with their instructions. The Institute has no title to these funds or the associated revenues and expenses. The fund balances as at 31 December 2022 and 2021 and revenues and expenses for the years then ended were as follows

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2022

2021

12. Employee benefit expenses

(in thousand Baht) Funds received from donors

372,142

486,137

4,648

6,171

Scholarships

378,109

414,631

Contracted services

37,123

32,147

2022

Application of funds Salaries and other benefits

Communication, travel and utility expenses

4,004

2,473

Total funds applied

423,884

455,422

Income over (under) expenses for the year

(51,742)

30,715

Assets held on behalf of donors

2021

(in thousand Baht) Wages and salaries

630,818

518,674

Contribution to provident fund

20,632

20,829

Personal income tax of employees

3,825

4,142

Social security costs

3,811

3,275

Others

1,533

1,523

Total

660,619

548,443

PROVIDENT FUND The defined contribution plan comprises a provident fund established by the Institute for its employees. Membership to the fund is required. Contributions are made monthly by the employees at the rate of 3% to 15% of their basic salaries and by the Institute at the rate of 5% to 7% of the employees’ basic salaries. The provident fund is registered with the Ministry of Finance as juristic entities and is managed by a licensed Fund Manager (TISCO Assets Management Co., Ltd.).

Cash and deposits at financial institutions

153,028

151,766

Current investments

224,076

203,946

Accounts receivable and other current assets

4,178

6,427

Total assets held on behalf of donors

381,282

362,139

304,013

275,038

(88)

(79)

Income over (under) expenses for the year

Educate and train students, technocrats, business managers and other professionals; and

(51,742)

30,715

Transfers to other funds

(2,578)

(1,739)

(8)

(10)

Organise research outreach and development activities as well as the transfer of technologies as required by the economic development of the country.

Balance at 31 December

249,597

303,925

Other liabilities

131,685

58,214

131,685

58,214

381,282

362,139

Balance at 1 January: Amounts due to donors Amounts due from donors AITVN

Foreign currency translation

Total amounts due to donors

13. AIT Center in Vietnam (AITVN) The Institute has a branch operation in Hanoi, Vietnam of which the purpose of its operation is to:

The results of the operations which have been included as part of the results of the Unrestricted (Fund 10) and Unrestricted-General (Fund 21), Restricted Fund - Program Fund (Fund 30), and Capital Fund (Fund 41) were summarised below:

2022

2021

(in thousand Baht)

11 Provision for retirement benefits 2022

2021

Income

60,433

41,378

Expenses

(59,867)

(38,094)

566

3,284

Income over expenses

(in thousand Baht) At 1 January Additions Reversal

12,448

15,851

129

(170)

Paid

(1,495)

(3,532)

At 31 December

10,817

12,448

Financial statements of the branch for the years ended 31 December 2022 and 2021 have been prepared and approved by management of the branch. Significant accounting transactions between the Institute and its branch were eliminated from these financial statements.

14. Commitments LAND LEASE The Institute successfully renewed the lease with the Thammasat University on 10 June 2005. The new lease also contains a Memorandum of Understanding between the Institute and Thammasat University, concerning academic co-operation, as an integral part of the new lease agreement to lease land for 30

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years from 19 January 2001 to 18 January 2031 in the amount of Baht 600,000 which the Institute paid a rental at the contract date; on expiry of the lease agreement it will give the Institute the right to continue to lease the land. However, the consideration for this discount is that should the lease not be renewed and the land reverts to Thammasat University (University), so all buildings and infrastructure on the Institute’s site will become the property of the University. Furthermore, the lease is contingent on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the University and the Institute. The MOU provides that the Institute will make available and fund a total of sixty scholarships over the thirty-year life of the land lease agreement. Scholarships made in accordance with the MOU will cover tuition fees for qualified lecturers from the University, selected by the University, to pursue a Doctoral degree at the Institute. At 31 December 2022, the scholarship commitment amounted to totaling Baht 76.5 million (2021: Baht 76.5 million). As at 31 December 2022 and 2021, the Institute had: 2022

2021

(in thousand Baht) NON-CANCELLABLE OPERATING LEASE COMMITMENTS Within 1 year 1-5 years Total

4,068

8,136

OFFICE RENTAL AGREEMENT The Company had entered into a rental agreement with Gate-

TYPE OF SERVICES

PARTIES

way Estate Co., Ltd. for office building for a period of 2 years commencing from 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2023. These agreements shall be valid until they are terminated by written notice given at least 1 month prior to the effective date of termination. BANK GUARANTEES At 31 December 2022, bank guarantees which were issued by the bank on behalf of the Institute in respect of bank overdraft facility and certain performance bonds as required in the normal course of operations of the Institute amounted to totalling Baht 0.16 million (2021: Baht 0.46 million). These bank guarantees were collateralised by Institute’s fixed deposits as discussed in Note 5. OTHERS At 31 December 2022, the Institute had obtained credit facilities for bank overdraft totaling Baht 5.0 million (2021: Baht 5.0 million) which were collateralised by Institute’s fixed deposits as discussed in Note 5. Bank overdrafts bore interest at the rate of fixed deposits plus 1.25% per annum (2021: fixed deposits plus 1.25% per annum). SERVICE AGREEMENT The Institute has entered into service agreements with various companies, some of which had expired in 2022. Therefore, the Institute has entered into new agreements with the previous parties to receive various services and are obligated to pay service fees at the rates specified in the new agreements. The agreements can be extended by notifying in writing before the end of the original contract period which are specified in the agreements.

CONTRACT DURATION

CONTRACT PERIOD

1 July 2020

2 years 6 months

31 December 2022*

1 January 2020

3 years

31 December 2022*

CONTRACT DATE

Cleaning service

SN Service Solutions Co., Ltd.

Landscape management service

Green Tree Arborist Co., Ltd.

Technical maintenance included preventive and collective maintenance of academic building, residence and field zone

SN Service Solutions Co., Ltd.

1 July 2020

2 years 6 months

31 December 2022*

Management of dining and catering service

SN Service Solutions Co., Ltd.

1 January 2022

1 year

31 December 2022*

Management of hotel service

VP Service Management Co., Ltd.

1 January 2022

1 year

31 December 2022*

Security service

Securitas Security Guard (Thailand) Limited

1 February 2020

3 years

31 January 2023

*There were new contracts for continued service in 2023.

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HONORARY FACULTY The Institute is deeply grateful that Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn has seen fit to share her expertise and experience with faculty, staff and students as an Honorary Faculty Member. In this singular position, Her Royal Highness is associated with the Information and Communications Group, School of Engineering & Technology.

Faculty Members EMERITUS PROFESSORS Amin, A.T.M. Nurul B.B. M.A., Univ. of Dhaka, Bangladesh; M.A., Ph.D., Univ. of Manitoba, Canada Annachhatre, Ajit P. B.Tech., Ph.D., Indian Inst. of Tech., Kanpur, India Balasubramaniam, A.S. B.Sc., Ceylon Univ., Sri Lanka; Ph.D., Cambridge Univ., UK Bergado, Dennes T B.S.C.E., Mindanao State Univ., Philippines; M.Eng., AIT, Thailand, Ph.D., Utah State Univ., USA Edwards, Peter B.Sc., Liverpool Univ., UK; Ph.D., Univ. of Texas, USA

REGULAR FACULTY Karasudhi, Pisidhi B.Eng., Chulalongkorn Univ.; M.Eng., Chulalongkorn-SEATO Graduate School of Engineering, Thailand; Ph.D., Northwestern Univ., USA Nutalaya, Prinya B.A.; M.S., Ph.D., Univ. of Colorado, USA Polprasert, Chongrak B. Eng., Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand; M.Eng., AIT, Thailand; PhD., University of Washington, USA Routray, Jayant K. B.Sc. (Hons.)., Ravenshaw College; M.Sc., Ph.D., Utkal Univ.; M.R.P., Indian Inst. of Tech., Kharagpur, India

Exell, Robert H.B. B.A.,M.A., D.Phil., Oxford Univ., UK

Shrestha, Ram M. B.E., Univ. of Baroda; B.L.L., Tribhuvan Univ., Nepal; M.Eng., D.Eng.,AIT, Thailand

Gupta, Ashim Das B.Eng., Assam Engineering College, India; M.Eng.; D.Eng., AIT, Thailand

Singh, Gajendra B.Sc. A.E, Pantagar; M.S., Rutgers; Ph.D, California (Davis), USA

Jindal,Vinod B.Sc. A.E., Pantnagar; M.S., University of Nebraska, USA; Ph.D., Pennsylvania State Univ., USA

Tabucanon, Mario T. B.S.E.E., B.S.M.E., Cebu Inst. of Tech., Philippines; M.Eng., D.Eng., AIT, Thailand

Kanok‑Nukulchai, Worsak B.Eng., Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand; M.Eng., AIT, Thailand; Ph.D., Univ. of California (Berkeley), USA

Ahmad, Mokbul Morshed B.Sc, M.Sc., Dhaka Univ., Bangladesh; M.Sc., AIT, Thailand; Ph.D., Univ. of Durham, UK Professor (Economic Geography; Regional and Rural Development Planning; Community Development; Non-Governmental Organizations; Civil Society; Globalization; Climate Change Adaptation) Department Head, Department of Development & Sustainability, School of Environment, Resources & Development Anal, Anil Kumar Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Univ. of Agriculture, Pakistan; M.Sc., Ph.D., AIT, Thailand

Tingsanchali, Tawatchai B.Eng., Chulalongkorn, M.Eng., D.Eng., AIT

Professor (Food Engineering & Bioprocess Technology, Food and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Dairy and Meat Process Technology, Food Colloids and Biopolymers, Functional Foods, Risk Analysis and Safety in Food Supply Chain and Processing; Bionano encapsulation; Nanotechnology Applications in Food Industries; Bionanotechnology; Agriculture & Food Technology; Functional Properties of Proteins and Polysaccharides)

Weber, Karl E. M.A., Dr. Phil, Heidelberg Ruperto-Carola University in Heidelberg, Germany.

Department of Food, Agriculture & Bioresources, School of Environment, Resources & Development

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Anutariya, Chutiporn B.S., Chulalongkorn Univ., M.Sc., Ph.D., AIT, Thailand Associate Professor (Database and Information Systems; Learning Technologies; Knowledge Representation and Knowledge Management; Open Data and Open Government Data; Semantic, Ontology and Linked Data Technologies) Department Head, Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology; Associate Dean, SET Babel, Mukand S. B.Eng., Rajasthan Agr. Univ., India; M.Eng., D.Eng., AIT, Thailand Visiting Professor (Hydrologic and Water Resources Modeling as Applied to Integrated Water Resources Management; Watershed Modeling and Management; Water Resources Allocation and Management; Water Resources and Socioeconomic Development; Water Supply System and Management; Climate Change Impact and Adaptation; Groundwater Resources Management; Flood and Drought Analysis, Forecasting and Management; Drought Forecasting and Management) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Director, Center for Water and Climate Adaptation, SET Badir, Yuosre F. B.Sc.,Univ. of Garyounis, Libya; M.Sc.,Univ. of Putra Malaysia, Malaysia; M.Sc., Swiss Federal Inst. of Tech., Switzerland Associate Professor (Managing Technology; Innovation & New Product Development) Director of Doctoral Programs, School of Management Bhujel, Ram C. B.Sc., Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science, Nepal; M.Sc., Ph.D., AIT, Thailand Research Associate Professor (Biostatistics and Research Design; Curriculum Development; Women in Aquaculture; Broodstock Nutrition; Management and Fry Production; Technology Transfer/ Extension) Department of Food, Agriculture & Bioresources, School of Environment, Resources & Development Director, Aqua Center, SERD

Bora, Tanujjal B.Tech., North Eastern Regional Institute of Science & Technology, India; M.Eng., D.Eng., AIT, Thailand Assistant Professor (Energy Materials, Nanosensors, MEMS/NEMS Device Physics, Nanoengineered Materials for Energy, Environment & Biomedical Applications, Innovation & Research Relating to Solar Cells, Sensors, and coatings) Department of Industrial Systems Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Director, Center of Excellence in Nanotechnology Chao, Kuo-Chieh B.Sc.; National Chung-Hsing Univ., Taiwan; M.Sc., Ph.D., Colorado State Univ., USA Associate Professor (Expansive and collapsible soilsCollapsible Soils evaluation; soil improvement methods; unsaturated soil modeling; sustainability; landslideSoil Improvement Methods; Unsaturated Soil Modeling; Sustainability; Landslide and debris flow investigation, soil behaviorDebris Flow Investigation, Soil Behavior under dynamic loading; constructionDynamic Loading; Construction and design defect investigationDesign Defect Investigation, and tailings reclamationTailings Reclamation) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Charoenngam, Chotchai B.Eng., King Mongkut’s Inst. of Tech., Thailand; M.S., Univ. of Kansas, USA, Ph.D., Univ. of Texas, USA Associate Professor (Project Planning; Scheduling and Controls; Construction Productivity Improvement; Public Private Partnership Project; Project Financing) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Chatterjee, Joyee B.A., Delhi Univ., India; M.A., Ph.D., Univ. of Southern California, USA Assistant Professor (Gender and Development Communication; Global Health Communication; Gender; Culture and Social Issues in South Asia) Department of Development & Sustainability, School of Environment, Resources & Development

Cruz, Simon Guerrero B.Sc., Universidad de Guadalajara, Mexico., M.Sc., UNESCO IHE Institute for Water Education, The Netherlands, M.Eng., Erasmus Mundus consortium formed by Gent Universiteit, Belgium & Vysoká škola chemicko-technologická v Praze, Czech Republic, Ph.D., Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen, The Netherlands Assistant Professor (Environmental Chemistry and Laboratory, Environmental Microbiology and Laboratory, Environmental Impact Assessment) Department of Energy, Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development Dailey, Matthew M. B.S., M.S., North Carolina State Univ., USA; Ph.D., Univ. of California (San Diego), USA Professor (Machine Vision & Learning; Robotics; Software Engineering; Opensource Software Development) Department Head, Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology Chief Technology Officer, AIT Artificial Intelligence Technology Center Datta, Avishek B.Sc., M.Sc., Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya; Ph.D., Univ. of NebraskaLincoln, USA Professor (Agricultural Environments; Crop Productivity Management; Crop Ecophysiology and Modeling; Advanced Agricultural Experimentation) Department Head, Department of Food, Agriculture & Bioresources, School of Environment, Resources & Development Dhakal, Shobhakar B. Eng.,National Institute of Technology Surat, India; M.Eng., Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand; Ph.D.,The Univ. of Tokyo, Japan Professor (Modeling of Energy and carbon Emissions; Scenarios Policy Analyses) Department of Energy Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development Vice President of Academic Affairs Dobkin, Paige B.A., Pennsylvania State University, U.S.A,;USA; M.B.A., SDA Bocconi School of Management, Italy Visiting Faculty School of Management

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Doneys, Philippe B.A., Univ. of Toronto, Canada; M.A., Univ. of London, UK; Ph.D., Institut d’Études Politiques de Paris, France

Esichaikul, Vatcharaporn B.Acc., Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand; M.B.A., Oklahoma State Univ.,USA; Ph.D., Kent State Univ., USA

Khan, Syed Shurid B.B.A., North South University, M.B.A., IBA, University of Dhaka, M.A., PhD., University of Hawaii at Manoa, USA

Associate Professor (Empowerment; Gender and Politics; Gender and Migration; Gender and technologies; Masculinity; Gender-based Violence)

Associate Professor (Electronic Commerce/Electronic Business; Webbased Information Systems, Hypermedia; Electronic Government)

Assistant Professor (Macroeconomics for Business, Financial Economics, Financial Fundamentals, International Trade, Economics)

Department of Development & Sustainability, School of Environment, Resources & Development

Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology

School of Management

Dong, Ha Thanh B.Sc., Nha Trang Univ., Vietnam; M.Sc., Ph.D., Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand

Hadikusumo, Bonaventura. H.W. B.Eng., Univ. of Diponegoro, Indonesia; M.Eng., AIT; Ph.D., Univ. of Hong Kong, China SAR

Assistant Professor (Aquatic Animal Health; Emerging Infectious Diseases; Fish Immunology & Vaccines; Applied Microbiology & Biotechnology) Department of Food, Agriculture and Bioresources, School of Environment, Resources & Development Dung, Phan Minh M.Sc., Ph.D., Univ. of Tech., Dresden, Germany Visiting Faculty (Computer and Network Security; Autonomous Computing; Logic Programming; Artificial Intelligence) Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology Ekpanyapong, Mongkol B.Eng.,Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand; M.Eng., AIT, Thailand; M.Sc., Ph.D., Georgia Institute of Technology, USA Associate Professor (Embedded Systems; Computer Architecture, VLSI design (Low power design); Physical VLSI design; High Performance Computing; GPGPU; DSP) Department Head, Department of Industrial Systems Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Director, AIT Artificial Intelligence Technology Center Endress, Tobias B.B. A., Avans University for Professionals, Netherlands; M.A., Berlin University of the Arts – University of St. Gallen, Berlin; PhD, University of Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Assistant Professor (Business, Economics, Finance and Technology) Director of Business Analytics & Digital Transformation Program, School of Management

Professor (Construction Information Technology; Construction Project Management; Construction, Site Safety, Virtual Reality application in construction; Web-based project design and management; System Dynamic Simulation in Construction; Construction site safety) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Himanshu, Sushil Kumar B. Tech., Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, India; M. Tech., Ph.D., Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India Assistant Professor (Precision Agriculture; Remote Sensing and GIS Applications in Agriculture; Big Data and Machine Learning in Agriculture; Hydrologic/Cropping System Modeling)

Koomsap, Pisut B.Eng., Thammasat Univ., Thailand; M.Sc., Univ. of Louisville, USA; Ph.D., Pennsylvania State Univ., USA Associate Professor (Sensing and Control for Manufacturing Processes and Systems; Laser Applications in Manufacturing; Rapid Prototyping; Condition-Based Maintenance; Continuous Improvement) Department of Industrial Systems Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Koottatep, Thammarat B.Eng., Chiangmai Univ.; M.Eng., D.Eng., AIT, Thailand Professor (Decentralized Waste and Wastewater Treatment Systems; Ecoengineering Technology for Waste and Wastewater Treatment and Management; Environmental Health and Sanitation) Department of Energy, Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development Co-Director, Global Water& Sanitation Center

Department of Food, Agriculture and Bioresources, School of Environment, Resources and Development

Kouwenberg, Roy MSc., PhD., Erasmus University Rotterdam, Netherlands

Kanitpong, Kunnawee B.S., Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand; M.S., Univ. of Maryland at College Park, USA; Ph.D., Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison, USA

Visiting Faculty (Finance, Econometrics)

Professor (Road Traffic Safety; Accident Data Analysis; Highway Materials and Construction; Pavement Design and Analysis; and Pavement Management System) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Karimi, Sahar B.Eng., Islamic Azad University, Iran; MSc., PhD., University of Manchester, UK Visiting Faculty School of Management

School of Management Krishna, Chaitanya B.Tech., Acharya Nagarjuna University, India; M.Tech., Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, India; PhD., The University of Tokyo, Japan Assistant Professor (Structural Engineering, building damage analysis, earthquake engineering, seismic retrofitting of masonry constructions, reinforced concrete design, modal analysis of building, mathematical modelling of disaster management, disaster response analysisBuilding Damage Analysis, Earthquake Engineering, Seismic Retrofitting of Masonry Constructions, Reinforced Concrete Design, Modal Analysis of Building, Mathematical Modeling of Disaster Management, Disaster Response Analysis) Department of Civil Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology

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Kumar, Sivanappan B.E., Univ. of Madras, India; M.Eng., AIT, Thailand; Ph.D., Inst. Nat’l. Polytechnique, Toulouse, France

Nagai, Masahiko B.Sc., St. Cloud State Univ., USA; M.Sc., Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand; Ph.D., Univ. of Tokyo, Japan

Nitivattananon, Vilas B.Eng., Chulalongkorn Univ.; M.A., Thammasat Univ.; M.Eng., AIT, Thailand; Ph.D., Univ. of Pittsburgh, USA

Professor (Renewable Energy Resources and Technologies; Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Mitigation; Energy and Sustainable Development)

Visiting Professor (Spatial Information Engineering: Remote Sensing, GIS, Image Processing, GPS and Mobile Mapping and Environmental Information Science: Data Interoperability, Ontology, Standardization and Database Management)

Professor (Management of Infrastructure and Services; Waste Recycling and Systems Management; Urban Environmental Management; Water Engineering and Management; Economic and Environmental Assessment; Climate Change Risk Assessment and Adaptation; Disaster Management in Urban Infrastructure Planning)

Department of Energy, Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development Kusakabe, Kyoko B.A., Sophia Univ., Tokyo, Japan; M.Sc., Ph.D., AIT, Thailand Professor (Gender, Cross Border Labor Migration and Mobility; Women in Informal Economy; Gender Issues in Borderlands; Gender Issues in Aquaculture and Fisheries; CBDRM & Gender Issues) Department of Development & Sustainability, School of Environment, Resources & Development Levermore, Roger John B.A., Anglia Ruskin University, UK; MA, Univ. of Hull, UK; Ph.D., Univ. of Plymouth, UK Associate Professor (Strategy, Leadership, Ethics/CSR, Scenario Planning, Africa Business and Sports Management) Dean, School of Management Loc, Ho Huu B.Eng., Vietnam National University, Vietnam; M.Eng., Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand; M.Sc., University of Nice, Sophia-Antipolis, France; Ph.D., Kyoto University, Japan Assistant Professor (Environmental Engineering, Water Engineering and Management, Hydro-informatics) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Luong, Huynh Trung B.Eng., Ho Chi Minh City Univ. of Tech., Vietnam; M.Eng., D.Eng., AIT, Thailand Professor (Emergency Inventory Policies and Inventory Policies for Perishable Products; Supply Chain Design; Measures of Bullwhip Effect in Supply Chains; Availability-based and Reliability-based Maintenance; Fuzzy Quality Control Charts; Statistical Design of Experiments; Network Flows Related Problems) Department of Industrial Systems Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology

Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology Nguyen, Loc Thai B.Sc., Can Tho Univ., Vietnam; M.Sc., AIT, Thailand; Ph.D., Ohio State Univ., USA Associate Professor (Non-thermal Food Processing Technologies; Mathematical Simulation in Food Engineering; Transport Phenomena of Food Processes; Integrated Electrochemistrybased Biosensors; Novel Sensing Platforms Based on Nanomaterials) Department of Food, Agriculture, & Bioresources, School of Environment, Resources & Development Nguyen, Thi Phuoc Lai B.A. Univ. of Hue, Vietnam; M.Sc., Univ. of Bologna, Italy; Ph.D., Univ. of Sassari, Italy Assistant Professor (Coupled Human Environment Systems; Social Dimensions of Climate and Environmental Changes; Agri-environmental Policy, Water Governance) Department of Development & Sustainability, School of Environment, Resources & Development Ninsawat, Sarawut B.Sc., Silpakorn Univ., Thailand; M.Sc., Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand; Ph.D., Osaka City Univ., Japan Associate Professor (WebGIS; OGC Web Services & Specifications; Sensor Web; LBS; Mobile GIS Application) Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology

Department of Development & Sustainability Dean, School of Environment, Resources & Development Ongsakul, Weerakorn B.Eng., Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand; M.S., Ph.D., Texas A&M Univ., USA Professor (Artificial Intelligence Applications to Power Systems; Parallel Processing Applications; Power System Operation & Control; Power System Deregulation & Restructuring) Department of Energy, Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development Pal, Indrajit B.Sc., Jadavpur Univ., India; M.A., Garhwal Univ., India; M.Sc., Jadavpur Univ., India; Ph.D. Vidyasagar Univ., India Associate Professor (Disaster Preparedness; Mitigation and Management, Disaster Risk Governance; Disaster Risk Reduction; Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessment; GIS & Remote Sensing Applications in Disaster Risk Management; Climate Change Adaptation; Incident Command System and Participatory Disaster Risk Management) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering; Department of Development & Sustainability Joint appointment with the School of Engineering & Technology and School of Environment, Resources & Development Parnichkun, Manukid B.Eng., Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand; M.Eng., Ph.D., The Univ. of Tokyo, Japan Professor (Robotics Control and Measurement; Design and Development of Hardware and Software of Mechatronic Devices; New Robot Mechanisms; Novel Control Algorithms; Innovative Measurement Concepts) Department Head, Department of Industrial Systems Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology

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Pramanik, Malay BB. Sc., M. Sc., Vidyasagar Univ., India; MPhil, Ph.D., Jawaharlal Nehru Univ., India Assistant Professor (Digital and ICT Innovation; Urban Resilience; Infrastructure planning; Urban Innovation) Program Chair, Urban Innovation and Sustainability, Department of Development and Sustainability, School of Environment, Resources and Development Pussayanavin, Tatchai B.Sc., King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology, M.Sc., Ph.D., Asian Institute of Technology Visiting Lecturer (Water and Wastewater Engineering) Department of Energy, Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources and Development Puttiwongrak, Avirut B.Eng., KMUT’NB Thailand; M.Eng., AIT Thailand; Ph.D., Kyoto Univ. Japan Assistant Professor (Geomechanics; Geotechnical Engineering; Geoexploration & environment Engineering) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Ricco, Raffaele M.S., Ph.D., Univ. of Padova, Italy Assistant Professor (Nanoparticles; MetalOrganic Frameworks; Bio-composites; Sol-gel; Surface functionalization) Department of Industrial Systems Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Roy, Joyashree B.A., M.A., North Eastern Hill Univ., Shillong, India; Ph.D., Jadavpur Univ., Kolkata, India Bangabandhu Chair Professor, (Resource and Environmental Economics, Economics of Climate Change, Sustainable development, Water Quantity and Quality Demand, Water Pricing, Energy Demand Modeling, Applied Quantitative Economics, Valuing ecosystem Services, Coastal ecosystem, Natural Resource Accounting) Department of Energy Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development

Salam, P. Abdul B.Sc. Eng. (Hons.), Univ. of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka; M.Eng., D.Eng., AIT, Thailand Professor (Bioenergy; Renewable Energy; Energy Conservation and Efficiency; Energy, Environment, and Climate Change Issues; Heat Recovery Systems) Department of Energy Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development Salin, K.R. B.Sc., M.Sc., Kerala Agriculture Univ., India, Ph.D., Central Institute of Fisheries Educ., India Associate Professor (Applied Genetics; Selective Breeding; Hatchery Management and Grow-out Techniques; Biofloc Technology; Climate Change in Fisheries and Aquaculture; GIS for Integrated Coastal Resources Management) Department of Food, Agriculture, & Bioresources, School of Environment, Resources & Development Sanguankotchakorn, Teerapat B. Eng., Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand; M.Eng., Ph.D., Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan Associate Professor (Data Communications; Broadband Integrated Services Digital Networks; Multimedia Communications and Systems; Network Quality of Service) Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology Santoso, Djoen San B.Eng., Parahyangan Catholic Univ., Indonesia; M.Eng., AIT, Thailand; Ph.D., Saitama Univ., Japan Associate Professor (Infrastructure Management in Developing Countries; Construction Project Management; Public Transportation; Non-motorized Transportation; Risk Management) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology

Sasaki, Nophea B.Sc., Royal Univ. of Agriculture, Cambodia; M.Sc., Shinshu Univ. Japan; Ph.D., Gifu Univ., Japan Professor (Forest Carbon Management; Selective Logging Forest Carbon Accounting and Modeling; Ecological Modeling; Low-Carbon Project Development; Integrated REDD+ Project Management; Biodiversity Conservation; Payment for Ecosystem Services; Climate Policy) Department of Development & Sustainability, School of Environment, Resources & Development Sharma, Deepak B.Eng. Punjab Engineering College, India; M.Eng. and D. Eng., Energy Policy, AIT, Thailand. Professor (Energy-Water-Food Security, Climate Change, Infrastructure, Institutions, Energy Market Reforms, Technology-Policy Interactions) Department of Energy, Environment, and Climate Change, School of Environmental, Resources and Development Director, Centre for Global Challenges Shrestha, Rajendra Prasad B.Sc., Haryana Agricultural Univ., India; M.Sc., D.Tech.Sc., AIT, Thailand Professor (Sustainable Land management; Natural Resources Degradation and Environmental Indicators; Land Use & Climate, Geoinformatics) Department of Development & Sustainability, School of Environment, Resources & Development Shrestha, Sangam M.Sc., Tribhuvan Univ., Nepal; M.Sc., AIT, Thailand; Ph.D., Univ. of Yamanashi, Japan Professor (Climate Change and Adaptation; Integrated Water Resources Management; Hydrology and Water Quality Modeling; Groundwater Development and Management, Sustainable Water Management Policy) Department Head, Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Co-Director, Global Water & Sanitation Center

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Silpasuwanchai, Chaklam B. Sc. Sirindhorn International Inst. Of Tech; M. Eng. AIT, Thailand, Ph.D. Kochi Univ., Japan Assistant Professor (Machine Learning; Neuroscience; Human-Computer Interaction) Department of Information & Communications Technologies; School of Engineering & Technology Singh, Jai Govind B.Eng., Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, India; M.Tech.; Ph.D, Indian Institute of Technology, India Associate Professor (Power System Planning; Operation and Control; FACTS Controllers; Restructuring of Electric Industry, Demand-side management; Grid Integration of Renewable Energy Resources; Power Distribution Systems; Smart Grid; Micro Grid) Department Head, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development Sundaram, S. Mohana B.Tech, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, India; M. Tech., Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India; Ph.D., Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India Assistant Professor (Irrigation Water Management, Groundwater Recharge Estimation, Soil Moisture Monitoring and Modeling in Unsaturated zone, Chemical Leaching Modeling into the Groundwater Systems, Remote Sensing and GIS applications for Water Resources and Agriculture and Time Series and Geostatistical Modeling of Environmental Observations) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Tangdamrongsub, Natthachet B. Eng., Thammasat Univ., Thailand; MSE, Chalmers Univ. of Technology, Sweden; Ph.D., National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan Assistant Professor (Data Assimilation, Satellite Remote Sensing and Gravimetry, Land Surface Modeling, Artificial Intelligence) Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology

Taparugssanagorn, Attaphongse B.Eng., Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand; MSc., Technische Universität Kaiserslautern, Germany; Dr. Tech, Univ. of Oulu, Finland Associate Professor (Smart Energy Grids; Optimal Energy Scheduling; Smart Grid Communications Using Cognitive Radio-based Spectrum Sensing for Cognitive Radio Systems; MIMOOFDMA Cooperative Relay Systems; Cognitive Radio-based Wide Coverage Rural Broadband on TV White Spaces; Resource Allocation for MIMOOFDMA Systems; Digital Image Processing) Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology Trau, Dieter Dipl. Ing. FH, Aachen University of Applied Science, Germany, Ph.D., Hong Kong University of Science & Technology, Hong Kong Professor (Development of New Approaches and Platform Technologies for Bioanalytics, Biosensors, Diagnostics and Environmental Monitoring) Department of Industrial Systems Engineering Dean, School of Engineering & Technology Director, AIT Entrepreneurship Center Tripathi, Nitin Kumar B.Tech., Regional Eng. College, India; M.Tech., IIT.; Ph.D., IIT., Kanpur, India Professor (Remote Sensing and GIS for Disaster Mitigation; GIS; Remote Sensing: RFID and Vehicle Tracking; Indoor Positioning Systems; Environment, Disaster; Agriculture; Health; Applications) Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology Director, Special Degree Programs Tsusaka, Takuji B. Eng. Univ. of Tokyo, Japan; M.A., Ph.D., National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies, Tokyo, Japan Assistant Professor (Agricultural Economics, Natural Resources Economics, Poverty Reduction, Technology Adoption, Impact Evaluation, Spatial Econometrics, Gender in Smallholder Agriculture) Department of Development and Sustainability, School of Environment, Resources & Development

Virdis, Salvatore G.P. M.Sc., Univ. of Siena, Italy; Master DESS, Université Pierre et Marie Curie UOMC, France; Ph.D., Univ. of Siena, Italy Associate Professor (Applied Geological Sciences and Remote Sensing: GeoInformation and Earth Observation Science; Remote/Proximal Sensing Techniques; Advanced Geospatial Modeling for Natural and Non-natural Processes from Field- to Landscapescale on Range of Timescales from Seasonal to Decadal Processes; Dynamics of Physical Landscapes; Social and Human Dimensions of Geographical Problems) Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology Visvanathan, Chettiyappan B.Tech., IIT, Madras, India; M.Eng., AIT, Thailand; D.Eng., Inst. Nat’l. Polytech., Toulouse, France Professor (Cleaner Production; Industrial Environment Management; Membrane Technology for Water and Wastewater Treatment; Solid Waste Management; Environmental Hazards Mitigation) Department of Energy Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development Warnitchai, Pennung B.Eng., Chulalongkorn Univ., Thailand; M.Eng., Ph.D., Tokyo Univ., Japan Professor (Structural Dynamics; Earthquake Engineering: Seismic Hazard Assessment; Earthquake-resistant Design of Structures; Wind Engineering: Wind Effects on Structures; Aero-elasticity; Wind Tunnel Model Tests; Bridge Engineering: Control of Structural Vibration) Department of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology Winijkul, Ekbordin BB.Eng., Chiang Mai Univ., Thailand; M.Eng., AIT, Thailand; Ph.D., Univ. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA Associate Professor (Air Pollution Emission Inventory; Household Emission Distribution and Mitigation Scenarios; Transportation Emission Reduction Strategies; Air Quality Monitoring and Modeling) Department of Energy, Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development

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Witayangkurn, Apichon B.Eng., King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology, Thailand; M.Eng., Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand; D.Eng., University of Tokyo, Japan Visiting Faculty (Large-Scale Spatial Data Processing & Mining; Trajectory Data Processing; Mobile Computing; Human Activity and Behavior Analysis; Parallel Processing; Cloud Computing Platforms; Sensor Networks; Real-time Monitoring Systems; Sensor-based Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: UAV) Department of Information & Communications Technologies, School of Engineering & Technology Xue, Wenchao B.E., M.E., Tsinghua University., China; Ph.D., University of Tokyo, Japan Associate Professor (Energy/Resource Productive Wastewater Treatment; Water/Wastewater Membrane and Electrochemical Technologies; Sustainable Watershed Management; Environmental Emerging Contaminants) Department of Energy, Environment & Climate Change, School of Environment, Resources & Development Director, Belt and Road Research Center Yukongdi, Vimolwan B.B.A, Assumption University, Thailand; M.B.A., University of Pittsburgh, USA; Ph.D., University of Melbourne, Australia Associate Professor (Human Resources Management and Organizational Behavior) Head of MBA Program, School of Management Zulfiqar, Farhad B.Sc. (Hons.), M.Sc. (Hons.), University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan.; M.S., Ph.D., Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand Assistant Professor (Sustainability in Value Chains; Innovations for Sustainable Development; Water Management; Agriculture Policy Analysis; Climate Change; Food Security) Department of Food, Agriculture and Bioresources, School of Environment, Resources & Development