Asian Climate Change Research ProgramGlobal climate change due to growing concentration of greenhouse gases (GHGs) in the Earth's atmosphere presents a major challenge to humankind in the 21st century. Actions to mitigate green house gas emissions and policies to facilitate this are needed.

Dr. Yang Yi to head Asian Fisheries Society

Congratulations to Dr. Yang Yi, Coordinator of Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management (AARM) FoS/SERD for being elected as the President of the Asian Fisheries Society (AFS) for a three year term, starting Nov 2007. The election was conducted by the AFS councilors during the 30th council meeting held in Bangalore, India on 7-8 Nov 2005.

The recognition by this society formed in 1984 - with over 2,800 scientists from 75 countries and territories - is a testimony of his dedicated service.

Prof. Ram M. Shrestha Reappointed Energy Associate Editor

In recognition of his 'exceptional expertise', Professor Ram M. Shrestha (SERD-Energy), who is completing a three-year term as Associate Editor of Energy - the International Journal, has been invited by Professor Noam Lior, the Editor-in-Chief of Energy to continue for a second three-year term.

HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn grants Royal Audience to AIT students
Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn on 15 November at Chitralada Palace, graciously granted a Royal Audience to 24 AIT students who are recipients of HM the King's and HM the Queen's scholarships for the academic year 2004-2005.

The students were accompanied by Prof.

SERD joins BioThailand 2005

Prof. Chongrak Polprasert and Prof. Athapol Noomhorm recently led staff, and students at the Bio Thailand 2005: Challenges in the 21st Century exhibition. The event was held from 2-5 Nov. 2005 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.

Dr. Yang Yi to head Asian Fisheries Society

Congratulations to Dr. Yang Yi, Coordinator of Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management (AARM) FoS/SERD for being elected as the President of the Asian Fisheries Society (AFS) for a three year term, starting Nov 2007. The election was conducted by the AFS councilors during the 30th council meeting held in Bangalore, India on 7-8 Nov 2005.

The recognition by this society formed in 1984 - with over 2,800 scientists from 75 countries and territories - is a testimony of his dedicated service.

Prof. Ram M. Shrestha Reappointed Energy Associate Editor

In recognition of his 'exceptional expertise', Professor Ram M. Shrestha (SERD-Energy), who is completing a three-year term as Associate Editor of Energy - the International Journal, has been invited by Professor Noam Lior, the Editor-in-Chief of Energy to continue for a second three-year term.

HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn grants Royal Audience to AIT students
Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn on 15 November at Chitralada Palace, graciously granted a Royal Audience to 24 AIT students who are recipients of HM the King's and HM the Queen's scholarships for the academic year 2004-2005.

The students were accompanied by Prof.

SERD joins BioThailand 2005

Prof. Chongrak Polprasert and Prof. Athapol Noomhorm recently led staff, and students at the Bio Thailand 2005: Challenges in the 21st Century exhibition. The event was held from 2-5 Nov. 2005 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.

Shortly after their discussion inspired GTE students pose with the experts; from back left, Dr. U. Glawe (AIT), Dr. James Goff (NIWAR-New Zealand) and Professor Walter Dudley (U of Hawaii - Hilo)

High-ranking Tsunami Experts Hold Discussion with AIT Students
Emphasize the importance of research on tsunami deposits

Two of the world's top experts on tsunamis held a lively discussion with AIT students of the Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering (GTE) field, some of whom are currently conducting research on tsunami deposits.