Please Watch This Video of Highlight from The 3rd Sirindhorn Conference on Geo-Informatics 2020

The 3^rd Sirindhorn Conference on Geo-Informatics which is co-organized by Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), Thailand and Wuhan University (WHU), China was successfully held on 23rd July 2020. The conference was attended by more than 70 participants from 10 countries and 20 organizations.

The Sirindhorn Conference on Geo-Informatics is under the supervision of Sirindhorn Center of Geo-Informatics, which aims to increase and improve the capability of personnel knowledge and innovative research development in the region in space and geo-informatics technology. The Sirindhorn Conference on Geo-Informatics was first held on March 21, 2015 at the Space Krenovation Park, Sriracha, Chonburi Province, Thailand, and the 2^nd Sirindhorn Conference on Geo-Informatics was held on February 1-2, 2018 at Centra by Centara Government Complex Hotel & Convention Centre, Chaeng Wattana, Bangkok, Thailand.

As we know that the COVID-19 pandemic has impact on educational activities throughout the world. However, learning activities never stops such as webinar. On July 23, 2020, there were more than 70 participants joining this conference via webinar and onsite at Space Krenovation Park (SKP), Sriracha, Chonburi Province, Thailand.

The conference featured with the opening remarks by Dr. Pakorn Apaphan, the Executive Director of GISTDA, and Prof. Ruizhi Chen, Director of the State Key Laboratory of Information Engineering in Surveying, Mapping and Remote Sensing (LIESMARS), Wuhan University, China.

The highlight of the conference is the keynote session, which was presented by our prominent professor, Prof. Chen Ruizhi on a very interesting topic on “Precise Indoor Positioning for COVID-19 Contact-Tracing”. The paper sessions presented the key themes on the trend and new technology on geo-informatics, along with indications of some future directions.

In addition, the 3^rd Sirindhorn Conference on Geo-Informatics 2020 provides a forum to exchange ideas and experiences on space technology and geo-informatics through applications, study cases and practical experiences. The conference is organized to improve and enhance the collaboration and cooperation between the intellectuals, professional and government bodies of Thailand and China as well as Asia countries in achieving a common vision towards knowledge sharing of geo-informatics across discipline.

23 July 2020

8:30 – 17:00, UTC+7

Via VooV meeting

You are cordially invited to the webinar entitled “3rd Sirindhorn Conference” which will be held on Thursday, 23 July 2020 at 8:30 – 17:00 hrs. (UTC+7, Bangkok time). The 2020 Sirindhorn Conference provides a forum to exchange ideas and experiences on space technology and geo-informatics through applications, study cases and practical experiences. The conference is organized to improve and enhance the collaboration and cooperation between the intellectuals, professional and government bodies of Thailand and China in achieving a common vision towards knowledge sharing of geo-informatics across discipline.

The flyer, agenda, and Registration link of the webinar as below

REGISTRATION

Opening Session & Paper Session A:
https://voovmeeting.com/s/LadhCYp6VrSz         Meeting ID: 839 231 685

Paper Session B:
https://voovmeeting.com/s/IqC0kPymuuFo         Meeting ID: 650 480 775

Capacity Development is the core of United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)’s technical cooperation programme. The main objective of their capacity development work is to develop the technical, managerial and institutional capacities of member and associate member governments to plan and deliver more effective policies and programmes in support of inclusive and sustainable development. Therefore, ESCAP has come forward to sponsor ASEAN Students under the Sirindhorn Center for Geo-informatics (SCGI) Master Program. ESCAP has offered to sponsor four (4) ASEAN Students funds for traveling to China to pursue their education in Wuhan University.

United Nation ESCAP’s capacity development prpogramme falls right in position with Geo-informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Public Organization) (GISTDA)’s SCGI training center. Sirindhorn Center for Geo-Informatics (SCGI) is serving as the international center on research and technology transfer in space technology and geo-informatics. Both organisations feel the importance to strengthen the human capital in Thailand and ASEAN by promoting inclusive and equitable quality education as well as stimulate lifelong learning opportunities. Under the SCGI center – Geo-information and Space Technology Development Agency (Public Organization) (GISTDA) under the Ministry of Higher Education Science Research and Innovation, Thailand, Wuhan University in China and Burapha University in Thailand together have introduced the SCGI Master Program curriculum, which is an international Master’s Degree – Double degree program. Students under this curriculum would get to pursue their Master’s Degree in two countries: Thailand and China, within 2 years of study period. Graduates would receive their degree from both renowned universities: Wuhan University and Burapha University.  Apart from this, graduates who would have completed from this program would gain knowledge in the field of science, geography, social studies and space technology and other areas. By which, graduates could pursue their career as scientists, researchers, lecturers in the field of Geo-informatics at an ASEAN or International level.

SCGI Master Program not only focuses on the development of Thai nationals but also aims at providing ASEAN citizens an opportunity to develop in the field of Geo-informatics and Space Technology in the region. GISTDA appreciates the support that United Nations ESCAP has provided and is looking to work and collaborate together to foster education and improve the quality of life of the people in Thailand and the ASEAN region.

11 June 2019, 10.00 a.m. Dr. Damrongrit Niamnuad, Acting Rector of Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) Academy, and GISTDA delegates meet with Ms. Song Ruo Yun, First Secretary, Education Office at the Embassy of People’s Republic of China in Bangkok. The purpose of this visit is to extend educational collaboration and network with China on space and geo-informatics technology. This meeting also introduces Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) and Sirindhorn Center for Geo-Informatics (SCGI) and SCGI Master Program and discusses the opportunities of funding sources to support education and capacity building for ASEAN countires.

Ms. Song Ruoyun (Right) and Dr. Damrongrit Niamnuad (Acting Rector of GISTDA Academy)

(Group photo from Left Ms. Chonticha Chitpaiboon, Geo-Informatics and Outreach Scientist, GISTDA; Dr. Tanita Suepa, Chief of Instructional Media and Curriculum Development Division, GISTDA; Ms. Pranpriya Wongsa, Director of Knowledge Development and Outreach Office GISTDA; Dr. Damrongrit Niamnuad, Acting Rector GISTDA Academy; Ms. Song Ruo Yun, First Secretary, Embassy of People’s Republic of China; Dr. Haoran Zhang, Research Scientist, GISTDA and Ms. Chen Yinfei, officer of Education Office, Embassy of People’s Republic of China)

During the discussion, Ms. Song is interested in Space Krenovation Park (SKP) and the ways to produce skillful graduates to meet the needs of higher education and technical innovation sectors so that GISTDA proposes Ms. Song and delegates of the Embassy to visit us for deep understanding on our work and to explore more possibilities for academic cooperation and potential opportunity for research networks among China, Thailand or ASEAN Countries in the area of geo-informatics and space technology.

Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Public Organization) (GISTDA): As the state agency, is responsible for driving the application of space technology and geo-informatics for the development of the country, we recognize the importance of creating the imagination and skills needed for the younger generation. GISTDA supports the creation of Space innovation for the future development of the country and therefore once again organized the 2nd Thailand Aerospace Youth Forum on 14th September 2018 at Space Krenovation Park in Chonburi. This is one of the means to strengthen the ability of Thai people to be ready to use space technology for maximum benefit.

Thailand Aerospace Youth Forum (TAYF) is a platform for the youth of the country to share knowledge and ideas. This program includes presentations from the development and application of unmanned aerospace technology and geo-spatial technology to enhance the skills needed for learning in the 21st century, combining STEM learning with a variety of activities. The participants did not only gain experience in modern technology but also got guidance from experts in the field. The youth remained inspired by experimenting activities that involved technology development skills, these skills could then continue to innovate towards commercialism and help become quality personnel that will benefit the nation in the future.

The SCGI Master Program students helped facilitate the event by taking responsibilities of demonstrating activities with the students and conducting inspired talks on various topics. The activities that were conducted are STEM Drone Projects, Drone Coding and Drone Mapping Workshop, Space Maker Workshop, Aircraft Design Workshop, Aircraft traffic control workshop at SOAR Lab and GALAXI Lab Workshop.

Special Lecture on Smartphone Positioning and Demonstration on System Integration Using Multi-Drone
July 18th, 2018
at Sirindhorn Center for Geo-Informatics (SCGI), Space Renovation Park (SKP), Chonburi, THAILAND