Faculty activities

Special Lecture on "Unraveling Past Ecosystem-Climate and Human Interactions for Future Sustainable Development"

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January 22, 2024, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies at Mahidol University, with Doctor of Philosophy Program in Environment and Resource Studies (International Program) as a chief coordinator, hosted a special lecture on "Unraveling Past Ecosystem-Climate and Human Interactions for Future Sustainable Development", given by Professor Dr. Rob Marchant from the University of York, United Kingdom, which was followed by a lecture on "Navigating a world of uncertainty, complexity, and risk", by Associate Professor Dr. Richard Friend. The lecture was attended by students, faculty, and attendees from both within and outside the Faculty. After the lecture, Assistant Professor Dr. Allan Sriratana Tabucanon, Deputy Dean for Education and International Affairs, representing the dean, presented souvenirs to the lecturers and Professor Matthias Ruth, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research at the University of York.

This event was part of a broader visit to Thailand led by Professor Matthias Ruth. The purpose of the visit was to collaborate with the department, as well as engage in discussions with Mahidol University executives, to explore opportunities for cooperation concerning the development of joint degree programs at the doctoral level, seed grant agreement, student and personnel exchange programs at the university level.

Special Talk on the topic entitled "Methanogenic Degradation and Microbial Metabolism of Trace Gases"

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On Thursday, November 30, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies at Mahidol University organized a special talk on the topic entitled "Methanogenic Degradation and Microbial Metabolism of Trace Gases" by Professor Dr. Ralf Conrad from the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, Germany. The session, held at the Satra Methee Dr. Pongpit Piyapong Conference Room (4228), 2nd Floor, Badhanatala Environment Building (Building 4), and chiefly coordinated by Assistant Professor Dr. Monthira Yuttitham, the faculty’s Deputy Dean for Policy, Planning, and Finance, received active participation and provided a valuable platform for intellectual exchange and furthered the university's commitment to advancing knowledge in environmental and resource studies.

Air Quality Monitoring Station Visit by MUEG

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November 17, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Assistant Professor Dr. Kritana Prueksakorn, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies at Mahidol University gave a lecture on the steps and processes for measuring air quality in the atmosphere, specifically focusing on measuring dust in the atmosphere. to second-year students in the Bachelor of Engineering Program in Chemical Engineering (International Program), which is part of the activities in the subject EGCG 231 Environmental and Everyday Life, with Assistant Professor Dr. Weerawut Chaiwat from the Chemical Engineering Department at Mahidol University, as the lecturer responsible for the course. The lecture was held at the Nart Tuntawiroon Meeting Room, followed by a visit to the air quality monitoring station at the Information Building Assistant Professor Dr. Thanakorn Uan-on, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University.

The Symposium for Research Collaboration

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November 14 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Associate Professor Dr. Noppol Arunrat, Deputy Dean for Research and Academic Services, and Lecturer Dr. Praewa Wongburi, Assistant to the Dean for Policy, Planning, and International Relations, along with Assistant Professor Dr. Piyakarn Teartisup and Lecturer Dr. Jakkapon Phanthuwongpakdee from the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies at Mahidol University, shared their experiences in research operations that included insights into the expertise of faculty members, with Associate Prof. Dr. Park Jongkwan, Head of the Department of Environmental Engineering, Professor Dr. Moon Byung-hyun, Professor Dr. Kim Tae-hyeung, and Assistant Prof. Dr. Lee Jongkeun from Changwon National University (CWNU), South Korea, in the activitiy entitled "The Symposium for Research Collaboration", with the objective of exploring potential avenues for joint research on various topics, such as environmental problem management, waste-related issues, water and air pollution, wetlands, and energy. The meeting took place at the Nart Tuntawiroon Meeting Room, Faculty of Environment and Resource

MUEN Received Delegates from Changwon National University, South Korea

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November 13, 2023, at 2:30 p.m., Associate Professor Dr. Kitikorn Charmondusit, the Dean, and Assistant Professor Dr. Kritana Prueksakorn of the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies at Mahidol University received Associate Prof. Dr. Park Jongkwan, the Head of the Department of Environmental Engineering, along with Professor Dr. Moon Byung-hyun, Professor Dr. Kim Tae-hyeung, and Assistant Prof. Dr. Lee Jongkeun from Changwon National University (CWNU), South Korea, on the occasion of their visit to Thailand from November 13 to 15, 2023, with the purpose of discussing cooperation in research and academics, including meetings with faculty members to exchange research information and introduce the Department of Environmental Engineering to students interested in pursuing graduate studies at Changwon National University.

During the meeting, there was an exchange of information about the overview of academic operations, including teaching, research, and academic services. The expertise of academic personnel was discussed before exploring ways to develop research collaborations on topics that align with the expertise of faculty members from both institutions. These topics include fields of study with the potential for joint research in the future, such as green energy, water quality, air quality, and carbon capture technology (Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage: CCUS), Climate Change and Net Zero (CN) Platform, as well as research on other topics related to sustainable development.

Additionally, the possibility of developing other academic activities, such as student and personnel inbound-and-outbound exchange programs, was discussed. Notably, the preparation of a memorandum of understanding between the two institutions was also addressed.

The meeting took place in conference room 1215, at the Dean's Office, Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, Mahidol University.

Welcome to Professor Dr. Melissa E. Lenczewski, Director of the Institute for the Study of Environment, Sustainability, and Energy at Northern Illinois University, United States

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On October 16, 2023, at 1:00 p.m., Associate Professor Dr. Kitikorn Charmondusit, the Dean, in the company of Associate Professor Dr. Noppol Arunrat, the Deputy Dean for Research and Academic Services, and Lecturer Dr. Praewa Wongburi, the Assistant to the Dean for Policy, Planning, and International Relations, the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, had the honor of extending a warm welcome to Professor Dr. Melissa E. Lenczewski, Director of the Institute for the Study of Environment, Sustainability, and Energy at Northern Illinois University, United States, on the occasion of her visit to Thailand, to follow up on the research collaborations with faculty members as a recipient of the ASEAN Fulbright Research Scholar scholarship. The focus of this research will revolve around issues related to "Contaminants in groundwater in relation to urban expansion and tourism."

During the meeting, Associate Professor Kitikorn and Professor Lenczewski engaged in comprehensive discussions concerning the proposed research endeavors. This included deliberations on the blueprint for future research initiatives, particularly in the realm of environmental concerns, such as groundwater contamination in industrial areas. Furthermore, the dialogue encompassed the integration of environmental science with health science and the development of a curriculum designed to accommodate the evolving labor market, ensuring that recent graduates remain aligned with global trends, with a specific emphasis on issues linked to environmental sustainability.The meeting also paved the way for the formulation of collaborative research strategies and the planning of diverse academic activities aimed at fostering an enriched academic environment.