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Open CallDeadline: 31 March 2025, 17:00 (BKK time)For more information, please visit the following website: https://pmu-hr.or.th/funding-2569/Objectives :The e-ASIA Joint Research Program (hereinafter referred to as the “e-ASIA JRP”) aims to develop a vibrant and collaborative research community in Science and Technology, to promote innovation in the East Asian region, and to contribute to the region’s economic development. As part of the program, the Member Organizations of the e-ASIA JRP listed below have agreed to implement a joint call for proposals of multilateral cooperative research activities.

Call for PapersLink: https://www.wccct.org/index.htmlIMPORTANT DATES Paper Submission Deadline (Full-length Manuscript): January 30, 2025Notification of Acceptance: February 25, 2025Camera Ready Version Due: March 15, 2025 Registration Deadline: March 15, 2025 Conference Dates: April 11-13, 2025Conference Venue: Sentosa Hotel (Feicui) Conference PublishingSubmitted manuscripts will be peer reviewed by the conference scientific committees. Accepted and presented papers will be included in WCCCT2025 Conference Proceedings, which will be archived in IEEE Xplore, and indexed byEi Compendex and Scopus.Computing and communication technologies are fundamental pillars of modern science and technology, playing a vital role in advancing information and intelligent systems. From high-performance computing to efficient communication networks, breakthroughs in this field provide a robust foundation for data processing, network connectivity, and the optimization of complex systems. In recent years, with the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT), computing and communication technologies have increasingly integrated resources from multiple domains, delivering innovative solutions for smart cities, industrial internet, healthcare informatics, and more. Against this backdrop, discussing cutting-edge research and exchanging practical applications is essential for driving innovation and industrialization in computing and communication technologies.The 8th World Conference on Computing and Communication Technologies (WCCCT 2025) will be held in Shenzhen, China during April 11-13, 2025, sponsored by IEEE and Shenzhen University, China, and co-sponsored by Sichuan Normal University, Xihua University, Warsaw University of Technology and Ocean University of China.WCCCT 2025 will focus on presenting current and future advancements in computing and communication technologies, showcasing innovative solutions, research findings, and applications in industrial electronics and related fields. We warmly welcome experts, scholars, and professionals in related fields to submit their research and participate in the conference. We look forward to seeing you in Shenzhen!- TRACK 1: COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SECURITY Track Chair: Prof. Yi Pan, Shenzhen Technology University, China - TRACK 2: PARALLEL COMPUTING AND EDGE COMPUTING Track Chair: Prof. Sixing Yin, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China - TRACK 3: HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING AND MACHINE LEARNING Track Advisory Committee: Prof. Xiaojun Jing, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China Track Chair: Prof. Wei Yang, Shenzhen Technology University, China Track Program Chair: Prof. Hai Huang, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China Track Publicity Chair: Prof. Dongliang Xie, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China - TRACK 4: COMMUNICATION INTEGRATED CIRCUIT DESIGN Track Chair: Prof. Wenxing An, Tianjin University, China - TRACK 5: WIRELESS COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY AND INTELLIGENT COMMUNICATION NETWORK Track Chair: Prof. Kaikai Liu, Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China - TRACK 6: SOCIAL COMPUTING Track Chair: Prof. Ye Yuan, Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China

SAKURA SCIENCE Exchange Program (SSP)JST Invitation ProgramWe invite young talented people from other countries and regions to Japan through Sakura Science Exchange Program in a collaboration of industry−academia−government, to introduce and offer experience in Japanese science and technology. 39,635 young people visited Japan on this program, over the ten−year period from 2014 to 2023.Link: https://ssp.jst.go.jp/enSAKURA SCIENCE High School ProgramSAKURA SCIENCE Indian University ProgramSAKURA SCIENCE Supporters ProgramOnline University VisitOnline High School Exchange ProgramEligibility Criteria for Sakura Science Exchange ProgramStudents, researchers and others engaged in science and technology who are 40 years old or younger from all countries and regions

Global Environmental Politics Online ISSN 1536-0091Print ISSN 1526-3800Global Environmental Politics examines relationships between global political forces and environmental change, with particular attention given to the implications of local-global interactions for environmental management, as well as to the implications of environmental change and environmental governance for world politics. Each issue contains several full-length research articles, and may also contain shorter forum articles and/or a research note. The journal seeks to publish on a broad range of issues, from water to waste management to climate change. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, states and non-state actors in environmental governance, multilateral institutions and agreements, innovative governance arrangements, trade, global finance, corporations and markets, environmental (in)security, science and technology, and transnational and grassroots movements. Contributions come from many disciplines, including political science, international relations, sociology, history, human geography, anthropology, public policy, science and technology studies, and environmental ethics, law, and economics.Link: https://direct.mit.edu/glep/pages/abstracting-indexingAbstracting and Indexing InformationGlobal Environmental Politics is abstracted and/or indexed in the following services:Academic SearchAcademic Search Alumni EditionAcademic Search CompleteAcademic Search EliteAcademic Search PremierAcademic Search R & DAdvanced Placement SourceBIOBASEBusiness SourceBusiness Source Alumni EditionBusiness Source CompleteBusiness Source CorporateBusiness Source EliteBusiness Source PremierCNKI, ChinaCurrent AbstractsCurrent Awareness in Biological SciencesCurrent ContentsDietrich's Index PhilosophicusDimensionsEBSCO DiscoveryEconLitEnvironment CompleteEnvironment IndexEnvironmental Sciences and Pollution ManagementEx Libris PrimoGEOBASEGreenFILEIBZ - Internationale Bibliographie der Geistes- und Sozialwissenschaftlichen ZeitschriftenliteraturInternational Bibliography of Humanities & Sociological LiteratureInternational Political Science AbstractsLeft Index (Online)LensMicrosoft AcademicOCLC DiscoveryPolitical Science CompletePollution AbstractsProQuest SummonPublic Affairs IndexScopusSocial Sciences Citation IndexTOC PremierUrban Studies Abstracts

Prof. Dr. Jakrapong KaewkhaoCenter of Excellence in Glass Technology and Materials Science (CEGM) Faculty of Science and Technology, Rajabhat UniversityResearch InterestsNatural ruby enhancement by Pb-free glass filling (Supported by NRCT) Glass Scintillators (Supported by NRCT and KyungPook National University, Korea)Solid State Lighting Materials (Supported by NRCT)More information, please see in GlassLab@NPRU website: http://dept.npru.ac.th/cegm/List of international publicationsList of research instrumentsMy research teamInternational collaborationsGraduate students (Ph.D.)Graduate students (M.Sc.)Center of Excellence in Glass Technology and Materials Science (CEGM)Faculty of Science and Technology, Rajabhat University85 Moo 3, Malaiman Road, Nakhon Pathom Rajabhat University, Thailand, 73000Email : cegm.npru[at]gmail.com Website: http://dept.npru.ac.th/cegm/

Japan Science and Technology Agency.Link: https://www.the-easia.org/jrp/collaborators.htmlIdentifying international partners can be challenging for researchers initiating collaborative activities. To assist prospective applicants in finding collaborators, forming international teams, and participating in the e-ASIA JRP Call for Proposals, the following hyperlinks lead to databases of researchers and research projects:AustraliaNHMRC-funded projectshttps://www.nhmrc.gov.au/funding/data-research/outcomes-funding-roundsFellows of the Australian Academy of Sciencehttps://www.science.org.au/fellowshipDatabase of scientists and innovators by the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Scienceshttps://aahms.org/fellowship/e-Library by the University of New South Waleshttps://www.unsworks.unsw.edu.au/primo-explore/search?vid=UNSWORKSSydney Digital Theses (Open Access) by the University of Sydneyhttps://ses.library.usyd.edu.au/handle/2123/345Open Access Theses by the Australian National Universityhttps://openresearch-repository.anu.edu.au/handle/1885/3

Venue: Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, ThailandDate: November 16 - 21, 2025More Information: https://www.pvsec-36.comThe 36th International Photovoltaic Science and Engineering Conference (PVSEC-36), which will take place in Bangkok, Thailand in 2025, is a great pleasure to extend an invitation to you to submit an abstract. All fields of study related to photovoltaic science and technology are welcome to submit articles, including but not limited to basic physics and chemistry, cell and module technologies, characterization methods, system integrations, grid integration, energy management, and market and regulatory challenges. The program for PVSEC-36 is structured around six key areas, along with cross-cutting topics:PV in Sustainable Energy Systems, Policy: Policy, Market, Finance, Deployment, Carbon Neutrality, Grid Integration and Energy Management, PV Status in Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN).System Engineering and Field Performance: Integrated PV and Advanced Applications of PV, Field Performance of PV Systems, Standard, End of Life.Wafer-based Silicon PV: Materials, Processes, Fundamentals, Cells and Modules.Thin-film PV and Modules: Organic and Inorganic PV, Compound Thin-Film PV, III-V High Efficiency Devices.Perovskite and Emerging PV: Perovskite PV, Emerging Materials and New Concepts.Cross Cutting Areas: Tandem PV, Artificial Intelligence in PV Development, Solar to X, Sciences, Materials and Devices, PV and Energy Storage Systems.

Research Studentships for PhD students Public announcementDeadline: 2 January 2025Link: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/funding/2024-11/Announcement%20-%20PhD%20Research%20Scholarship_SIE.pdfThe Polytechnic University of Porto (P.PORTO), through the Research Unit GECAD - Research Group on Intelligent Engineering and Computing for Advanced Innovation and Development, (UIDB/0760/2020), of the Institute of Engineering – Polytechnic of Porto (ISEP/P.PORTO), opens an application process for the allocation of 1 (one) research scholarship, hereinafter referred to as the PhD Research Scholarship, in the field of Energy, Electrical Engineering, or Informatics within the theme "Intelligent Energy Systems", under the Regulations for Research Scholarships of the FCT (RBI) and the Research Fellow Statute (EBI). The scholarship will be funded by the Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) under the Collaboration Agreement for the Financing of Research Scholarships for PhD Students, signed between the FCT and the IPP within the scope of the ATHENA European University.What is fundedScholarship within the in the field of Informatics within the theme “Energy, Electrical Engineering”APPLICATION SUBMISSIONThe application is open for 30 days, from 3rd of December, 2024, until 2nd of January, 2025. Applications and the supporting documents specified in this Call for Applications must be submitted via: https://www.ipp.pt/concursos/pessoalEach candidate may submit only one application, under penalty of cancellation of all applications sent. Providing false declarations or engaging in acts of plagiarism by applicants will result in the cancellation of the application, without prejudice to the adoption of other punitive measures. ELIGIBILITYCandidate Eligibility Requirements1. Who may apply to this application:a) Portuguese nationals or citizens of other European Union member states;b) Citizens of third countries;c) Stateless persons;d) Citizens benefiting from political refugee status.2. To apply for a PhD Research Scholarship, it is necessary to:a) Hold a master's degree in the field of Electrical or Computer Engineering or in areas considered related;b) Reside permanently and habitually in Portugal on the start date of the period of the work plan abroad, in thecase of the work plan proposed for the scholarship includes a period in foreign institutions (mixedscholarships), this requirement is applicable to both nationals and nationals foreigners.c) Have not benefited from a doctoral scholarship or a company-funded doctoral program directly financedby the FCT, regardless of its duration;d) Not hold a doctoral degree.

The 10th International Conference on Digital Arts, Media and Technology (DAMT) and8th ECTI Northern Section Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Computer and Telecommunications Engineering (NCON)Link: http://icdamt.orgConference Location: Nan, ThailandConference Information: krittika.ka@up.ac.th, roungsan.cha@mfu.ac.th and walaiporn@camt.infoCALL FOR PAPERThe 10th International Conference on Digital Arts, Media and Technology (DAMT) and 8th ECTI Northern Section Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Computer and Telecommunications Engineering (NCON) will be jointly held in Nan, Thailand from 29 January – 1 February 2025. Both conferences were formed by Electrical Engineering/Electronics, Computer, Telecommunications and Information Technology Association of Thailand (ECTI Thailand) in cooperation with international forum in this region. The objective is to create an opportunity for students, academics, and industry researchers to exchange ideas and discuss development in digital arts, media and technology for strengthening the growth of creative industries.We look forward to receiving your contributions and to see you at the joint conference of ECTI DAMT and NCON 2025.Technical TracksECTI DAMT and NCON 2025 have the goal of a broad technical program. Relevant topics for the conference include, but are not limited to, the following areas:DAMT-20251. Digital Arts and Media2. Knowledge and Innovative Management3. Digital Transformation4. Software Engineering5. Spatial Computing6. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning7. Data Science and TechnologyNCON-20251. Devices, Circuits and Systems2. Communication and Signal Processing3. Control Engineering and Automation4. Electrical Power Systems and Power Electronics5. IOT and Edge ComputingImportant Date:i. Deadline for Special Session and Tutorials Proposal:ii. Deadline for Paper Submission: Round 1 : 18 October 2024 Round 2 : 22 November 2024iii. Notification of Acceptance: Notification Round 1 : 15 November 2024 Notification Round 2 : 20 December 2024iv. Deadline for Final Manuscript Submission: 3 January 2025v. Conference Dates: 29 January – 1 February 2025Publisher: IEEEScopus Indexed: Conference PaperVenueNantrungjai Boutique Hotel is located just a 5-minute drive from Nan Airport. And it is 2 kilometers from the city center and the stadium, offering a tranquil haven amidst lush garden views. Indulge in the hotel’s luxurious rooms Free airport transfer and seamless Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the hotel.

Sakura Science Exchange ProgramLink: https://ssp.jst.go.jp/en/program/Sakura Science Exchange Program invites aspiring youth for a short period of time and promotes the exchange in the field of science and technology. Individual application cannot be accepted. Overseas and Japanese organizations jointly plan the program, and the Japanese organization sends applications to JST within the designated period. Eligibility Criteria for the program1. Countries or regions for invitationBasically, all countries and regions are eligible for invitation.2. Requirements for inviteesThe invitee must meet the following requirements when coming to Japan.Affiliation / Age(i) High school students, Technical college students(ii) University students, Graduate students, Postdoctoral fellows, Faculty members, and persons who are engaged in work related to science and technology at public institutions and are below 40 years old.Experience of staying Japan In principal, invitation by Sakura Science Exchange Program must be the first stay Japan for the invitee.