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The UK’s National AI Strategy If you are interested in learning more about the UK’s National AI Strategy, additional details can be found on the original platform at the following link:https://aistandardshub.org/the-national-ai-strategyhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-standards-hub/The following information presents the UK government’s position on AI as set out in the UK’s National AI Strategy, and highlights how the AI Standards Hub will contribute to the delivery of the UK’s vision and outcomes for AI. The National AI Strategy outlines the United Kingdom’s long-term vision for becoming a global leader in artificial intelligence by promoting innovation, investment, and responsible AI governance. The strategy focuses on three major pillars: strengthening the AI ecosystem through research and talent development, supporting the transition to an AI-enabled economy across industries, and establishing effective national and international AI governance frameworks.A key component of the strategy is the development of trustworthy and ethical AI through international technical standards. The UK established the AI Standards Hub to support collaboration among government, academia, industry, and international partners in shaping global AI standards. The initiative aims to improve AI reliability, transparency, security, and interoperability while encouraging innovation and public trust in AI technologies.The strategy also emphasizes a “pro-innovation” approach to AI governance by balancing regulation with technological advancement. The government supports the creation of AI governance tools, standards, and policy frameworks that encourage responsible AI adoption while protecting public values, human rights, and economic competitiveness. In addition, the strategy highlights the importance of international cooperation, AI ethics, and long-term AI safety in supporting sustainable digital transformation.LSE to launch Global Forum on AI and the Social Sciences with $2m award from the MacArthur Foundationhttps://www.lse.ac.uk/dsi/news/2026/global-forum-announcedThe London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) has announced the launch of a new Global Forum on AI and the Social Sciences, supported by a $2 million grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. The initiative aims to bring together policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and civil society representatives to explore how artificial intelligence can better serve society and human needs through evidence-based research and international collaboration.The Forum will be led by professors from LSE’s Data Science Institute (DSI) and will focus on the social and economic impacts of AI. Each year, the Forum will address a different major AI-related issue. The inaugural event, scheduled for September 2026 at LSE, will examine how AI is transforming the future of work and how governments, businesses, and workers can prepare for these changes.In addition, LSE plans to publish an annual State of AI and Society Report to summarize current research findings, identify knowledge gaps, and support informed policymaking. The initiative will also introduce a Commitment Charter, encouraging cooperation among governments, researchers, industry, and funding organizations to promote responsible and human-centered AI development. Overall, the Forum aims to position social science research at the center of global AI discussions and governance.Ethics of AIOnline coursehttps://cmu.to/92C4MThe LSE Ethics of AI Online Course is a short online program developed by London School of Economics and Political Science that focuses on the ethical, social, and political implications of artificial intelligence. The course is designed to help learners understand how AI affects governments, businesses, and society while developing practical skills for addressing ethical challenges related to AI technologies.The program explores major topics such as algorithmic bias, fairness, transparency, privacy, democracy, workplace inequality, and AI governance. Participants learn how AI systems can influence decision-making, hiring processes, public administration, and social structures. The course also discusses the responsibilities of governments and multinational companies in designing and deploying responsible AI systems.The course is structured into three main modules covering AI and the state, AI and business, and AI and society. Through case studies, discussions, and practical activities, learners develop critical thinking skills to evaluate ethical dilemmas and understand global approaches to AI regulation and governance. Overall, the course emphasizes human-centered and responsible AI development while preparing professionals to navigate the growing impact of AI in real-world contexts.

VISAThe information about the visa(*Note) required for foreigners visiting Japan is as follows. For details, please check the website of the Embassy, Consulate-General, Consular Office (the Diplomatic Missions abroad) of Japan that have jurisdiction over the country/region where the foreigner visiting Japan resides.For visa inquiries, please contact “Foreign Residents Support Center (FRESC) MOFA Visa Information” or “Japan Visa Information Hotline” listed on the website of the Embassy/Consulate-General/Consular Office of Japan. You can find detailed information about visa on the website of the Diplomatic Mission of Japan with jurisdiction over your place of residence.1. Visa Application Procedures2. About Visa3. Visa Application Documents4. Frequently Asked Questions5. Announcements6. Inquiries about Visas(*Note) A visa is one of the requirements for entering Japan as defined by the "Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act", and it does not guarantee to enter Japan. Visas are issued at the Embassy, Consulate-General, Consular Office of Japan abroad. They cannot be obtained when you arrive in Japan or while you are staying in Japan. The “landing permission" is granted by an immigration officer at the port of entry when a foreigner meets the requirement for entry into Japan. The “status of residence” is mentioned on your “landing permission”, that indicates the activities you are permitted to perform in Japan. Please note that sometimes people say "visa", it may refer to the "status of residence”. For example, people often mention as "changing visa" when they mean “renewal/change of the status of residence." For inquiries about "status of residence," please visit the website of the Immigration Services Agency of Japan. Be aware of fraudulent website, social media, and emails in an attempt to extract payments from visa applicants (July 5, 2017)1. Visa Application ProceduresPrepare all the required documents.Inviting organization/guarantor must send the required documents to the visa applicant (NOT to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the Diplomatic Mission of Japan). We encourage an inviting organization/guarantor to make a copy of them.Requirements for visa application may vary depending on the local situation/the purpose of your visit. You can find detailed information on the website of the Diplomatic Mission of Japan (Embassy, Consulate-General, or Consular Office) where you will submit your application.Once all the documents are ready, you may apply for a visa at the consular section of the Diplomatic Mission of Japan with jurisdiction over your place of residence, at an accredited agency, the Japan Visa Application Centre, or online, by the method specified by the Diplomatic Mission of Japan where you will submit your application (visa application cannot be made inside Japan.).It takes approximately one week to process the application, provided that all necessary requirements are met. Additional documents may be required on a case-by-case basis. It may take longer than usual to receive the result of the visa examination in case the Diplomatic Mission of Japan deems necessary to consult with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tokyo.The Diplomatic Mission of Japan or the accredited agency will notify the visa applicant of the result.Short-Term Stay(A stay of up to 90 days for tourism, business, visiting friends or relatives, etc. that does not include remunerative activities)All nationals of the countries and regions listed below require a visa to enter Japan.Click on the nationality of the visa applicant traveling to Japan.PhilippinesViet NamChinaRussiaCIS countries, Ukraine, GeorgiaOther NationalitiesProcedure chart for short-term stay (tourism, business, visiting relatives, etc)【Online application for the visit to Japan with tourism purpose (single-entry)】All foreign nationals/people who need to obtain a short-term visa to Japan AND currently reside in the following countries/region, are eligible to apply for a visa online: Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, United Kingdom, U.S.A.Please check below for information on visa exempt countries.The JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)Countries and regions that do not require a visa to enter JapanVisa Exempt Countries and RegionsIt is highly recommended to purchase international travel medical insurance for your trip to Japan. Overseas travel medical insurance helps you in case of emergency.Work or Long-Term Stay(If you do not meet the requirements for short-term stay, such as in cases where you intend to work in Japan for remuneration or stay in Japan for more than 90 days, you should, in principle, obtain a Certificate of Eligibility from the Immigration Services Agency of Japan before applying for a visa at the Diplomatic Mission of Japan with jurisdiction over your place of residence.)Procedure chart for long-term staysThe Working Holiday Programmes in JapanJapan’s Pre-Entry Tuberculosis ScreeningNote: Pre-Entry Tuberculosis (TB) Screening will apply to nationals of the Philippines, Viet Nam, Indonesia, Nepal, Myanmar, and ChinaVisa for Medical StayVisa Exemptions for Diplomatic and Official Passport Holders2. About VisaPoints to Note and Application ProceduresVisa Processing TimeValidity of a VisaVisa FeesVisa RequirementsVisas and Landing Permission3. Visa Application Documents (download)(Note1) Use Adobe Acrobat Reader to fill in and print out the Visa application form (Note2) Company/personal seal on Letter of Guarantee and Letter of Invitation is no longer required.Visa Application FormEnglish (PDF)Chinese (simplified) (PDF)Chinese (traditional) (PDF)Korean (PDF)Portuguese (PDF)Spanish (PDF)Letter of Guarantee (PDF)Invitation Letter (Single-Entry) (PDF)Invitation Letter (Multiple-Entry) (PDF)List of Visa Applicants (PDF)Overview of Company / Organization (PDF)Itinerary in Japan (PDF) 4. Frequently Asked QuestionsTell me why you rejected my visa application.I want to go to Japan. Do I need a visa?I want to invite a foreign national to Japan. What procedures are necessary?What should I do to get a Certificate of Eligibility?The Certificate of Eligibility will not arrive by the time I apply for a visa. Can I still apply for a visa with its copy?As a “guarantor”, to what extent do I need to be responsible?more FAQ5. AnnouncementsNewly introduced visasSpecial Highly Skilled Professional (J-Skip)Designated activities (Future Creation Individual, Spouse or Child of Future Creation Individual) (J-Find)Designated activities (Digital Nomad, Spouse or Child of Digital Nomad)Statistics for the Number of VisasNumber of Visas Issued in 2024 (May 9, 2025)Relaxation of Visa RequirementsRelaxation of Visa requirements for Nationals of the United Arab Emirates in Possession of Ordinary Passports (Extension of period of stay) (June 2, 2025)Visa Waiver Measure for Nationals of the Republic of Paraguay (May 29, 2025)Relaxation of Visa requirements for Nationals of Brunei Darussalam（Extension of period of stay）(December 2, 2024)OthersJapan’s Pre-Entry Tuberculosis Screening (April 3, 2020)Japan's Visa Policy in Accordance with Measures to Combat Trafficking in Persons (August 2007 (Updated in 2016))Archives6. Inquiries about Visas ApplicationForeign Residents Support Center (FRESC) MOFA Visa InformationAddress: Yotsuya Tower 13F, 1-6-1 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-0004Phone: Navi-Dial: 0570-011000(For some IP phones and calls from overseas, please call +81-3-5369-6577)Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00 (except holidays)

2026 8th International Conference on Big Data Management https://www.icbdm.org/index.htmlWelcome to ICBDM 2026! 2026 8th International Conference on Big Data Management (ICBDM 2026) will be held in Derby, UK during June 24-26, 2026! It's hosted by University of Derby. The theme of this year is "Data Management in Statistics and Data Science".The conference aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results on all aspects of big data management. It also provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of big data management.Important DatesSubmission Deadline: April 5, 2026Acceptance Notification: May 5, 2026Registration Deadline: May 20, 2026Camera-Ready Version: May 20, 2026Early Bird Registration End: May 20, 2026JournalA few selected papers with extended version will be published in theJournal of Advanced Management ScienceISSN: 2810-9740 Frequency: SemiannuallyDOI: 10.18178/joamsAbstracting/ Indexing: CNKI, Google Scholar, CrossrefTemplate: JOAMS TemplateCall for PapersTopics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to:Track 1: Big Data Analysis and ManagementData Acquisition, Integration, Cleaning, and Best PracticesBig Data Search Architectures, Scalability and EfficiencyCloud/Grid/Stream Data Mining- Big Velocity DataSemantic-based Data Mining and Data Pre-processingBig Data as a ServiceData Lifecycle Management: From Collection to ArchivingData Governance Frameworks and Best PracticesData Management Standards (e.g., FAIR principles: Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable)Ethical Considerations in Data ManagementAlgorithms and Systems for Big Data SearchVisualization Analytics for Big DataChallenges in Managing Large-scale DatasetsBig Data Processing Frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark, Apache Flink)Scalable Storage Solutions for Big DataMobility and Big DataMethods for Data Collection: Surveys, Experiments, Sensors, Web ScrapingData Integration Techniques: ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) ProcessesSearch and Mining of Variety of Data including Scientific and Engineering, Social, Sensor/IoT/IoE, and Multimedia DataTrack 2: Data Structures and Data ModelsMultimedia and Multi-structured Data- Big Variety DataComputational Modeling and Data IntegrationRelational Databases (e.g., SQL) vs. NoSQL Databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra)Data Warehousing and Data Lake ArchitecturesCloud-based Data Storage Solutions (e.g., AWS S3, Google BigQuery)Distributed Storage Systems for Big Data (e.g., Hadoop HDFS)Data Quality Metrics: Accuracy, Completeness, Consistency, and TimelinessTechniques for Data Cleaning and PreprocessingHandling Missing Data: Imputation Methods and StrategiesOutlier Detection and Treatment in DatasetsReal-Time Data Collection and Streaming Data ManagementImportance of Metadata in Data ManagementMetadata Standards and Schemas (E.G., Dublin Core, Schema.Org)Tools for Metadata Extraction and ManagementRole of Metadata in Data Discovery and ReuseVisualization of High-Dimensional DataManaging Unstructured Data (E.G., Text, Images, Videos)Data Silos and Interoperability IssuesTrack 3: Big Data Security and PrivacyVisualizing Large Scale Security DataThreat Detection using Big Data AnalyticsPrivacy Threats of Big DataPrivacy Preserving Big Data Collection/AnalyticsHCI Challenges for Big Data Security & PrivacySociological Aspects of Big Data PrivacyTrust Management in IoT and Other Big Data SystemsData Encryption and Anonymization TechniquesRole-based Access Control (RBAC) and Data PermissionsCompliance with Data Protection Regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)Secure Data Sharing and Transfer ProtocolsVisualizing Large Scale Security DataBalancing Data Accessibility with SecurityTrust Management in IoT and Other Big Data SystemsHCI Challenges for Big Data Security & PrivacyTrack 4: Big Data Analysis Tools and Key TechnologiesHealthcare: Managing Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Patient DataFinance: Data Management for Fraud Detection and Risk AnalysisEnvironmental Science: Managing Climate and Satellite DataSocial Sciences: Handling Survey and Census DataE-Commerce: Customer Data Management and PersonalizationComplex Big Data Applications in Science, Engineering, Medicine, Healthcare, Finance, Business, Law, Education, Transportation, Retailing, TelecommunicationBig Data Analytics in Small Business Enterprises (SMEs)Big Data Analytics in Government, Public Sector and Society in GeneralReal-Life Case Studies of Value Creation through Big Data AnalyticsExperiences with Big Data Project DeploymentsBig Data as a ServiceBig Data Industry StandardsTrack 5: Application of Big Data in Information SystemsTools and Techniques for Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)Interactive Dashboards for Data Exploration (E.G., Tableau, Power BI)Open-Source Data Management Tools (E.G., Apache Nifi, Talend)Data Management Platforms (E.G., Snowflake, Databricks)Cloud-Native Data Management SolutionsAutomation Tools for Data Pipelines (E.G., Airflow, Prefect)Data Pipelines for Machine Learning WorkflowsFeature Engineering and Dataset PreparationManaging Labeled and Unlabeled Data for Supervised and Unsupervised LearningData Versioning and Reproducibility in ML ExperimentsData Management for AI and Deep LearningBlockchain for Secure and Decentralized Data ManagementFederated Learning and Privacy-Preserving Data ManagementQuantum Computing and Its Impact on Data Management

2026 4th International Conference on Control and Robot Technology (ICCRT)https://iccrt.orgImportant DatesSubmission Deadline: March 5, 2026Notification Date: April 5, 2026Registration Deadline: April 20, 2026Conference VenueTokai University(Shonan Campus), Hiratsuka, JapanICCRT 2026 conference will be held in Tokai University(Shonan Campus), Hiratsuka, Japan during August 18-20. 2026. ICCRT 2026 is co- sponsored by Tokai University (Shonan Campus) and Robotics Society of Singapore. ICCRT will offer an ideal platform for presentation, discussion, criticism, exchange of innovative ideas and current challenges in the field of Control and Robot Technology.The main theme of the conference is to address and deliberate on the latest technical status and recent trends in the research and applications of machine learning technologies. The purpose of the conference is to provide an opportunity for the scientists, engineers, industrialists, scholars and other professionals from all over the world to interact and exchange their new ideas and research outcomes in related fields and develop possible chances for future collaboration. The conference is also aimed at motivating the next generation of researchers to promote their interests in control and Robot technology.Call for PapersThe proposed conference solicits original, unpublished and novel papers for research publication and presentation in research track, and industry/application papers in application track. Articles describing novel ideas and applications in all areas of Control and Robot Technology are of interest, including the following:Aerial and underwater roboticsBio-inspired roboticsCable robots, cognitive roboticsCognitive Approach for RoboticsCollaborative roboticsCollective and Social RobotsControl and Supervision SystemsHuman-Robots InterfacesHumanoid RobotsHumanoidsIntelligent robotics and systemsLegged robots, manipulationMechatronics systemsMEMSMicro- and nano-robotsMobile Robots and Intelligent Autonomous SystemsModeling and identificationMotion planning and learningNetwork RoboticsOpto-mechatronicsParallel roboticsProbabilistic roboticsReconfigurable robotsRobot calibrationRobot controlRobot Design, Development and ControlRobotic platformsRobust control and Process controlService and field roboticsSocial roboticsVision, Recognition and ReconstructionVisual roboticsWheeled mobile robots

The Japanese Government Scholarship (Monbukagakusho: MEXT)https://www.th.emb-japan.go.jp/files/000521283.pdfhttps://www.th.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_th/jis_study.htmlThe Japanese Government Scholarship (Monbukagakusho: MEXT) is a fully funded program that enables Thai students and professionals to pursue study and training in Japan. The scholarship covers various levels of education, including undergraduate studies, research (master’s and doctoral), Japanese language and cultural studies, teacher training, technical college, and professional training. It also includes the Young Leaders’ Program (YLP) for mid-career professionals in fields like public administration, business, law, and local governance. Prospective applicants must be Thai nationals and meet specific age, academic, and experience requirements depending on the scholarship category.Application cycles typically open once a year, with document submission in the spring (often April–May), followed by written exams and interviews conducted by the Japanese Embassy or consulate in Thailand. Successful candidates are nominated by the Embassy to the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). Scholarship benefits generally include tuition support, monthly living stipends, travel expenses, and Japan arrival allowances.MEXT Scholarship Application Timeline (Thailand)AprilThe application period opens. Applicants must submit all required documents within this period.Each applicant may apply for only one scholarship category per year.Embassy of Japan in ThailandJune – JulyWritten examinations and/or interviews are conducted for shortlisted applicants.Examinations are held in several locations, such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, and Songkhla.Embassy of Japan in ThailandAugustThe Embassy contacts Japanese universities and nominates successful candidates to MEXT for further consideration.Embassy of Japan in ThailandJanuaryFinal selection results are officially announced.Embassy of Japan in ThailandApril / OctoberSuccessful applicants depart for Japan to begin their studies, depending on the scholarship category and program start date.

The 2026 17th International Conference on E-Education, E-Business, E-Management, and E-Learning (IC4e 2026)Fukuoka, Japanhttps://www.ic4e.net/index.htmlWelcome to the 17th IC4e 20262026 17th International Conference on E-Education, E-Business, E-Management and E-Learning (IC4e) will be held at Kyushu University Fukuoka, Japan during April 1-4, 2026.Conference Theme: "Innovating E-Systems for a Smarter Future"E-education, e-business, e-management, and e-learning are vital pillars of the digital society's development. With the deep integration of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and big data technologies, these fields are undergoing rapid transformation. E-education breaks traditional educational boundaries of time and space, e-business accelerates the digitalization of global trade, e-management enhances the efficiency of public services and business operations, and e-learning optimizes knowledge dissemination and learning experiences. These domains have become central drivers of technological innovation and sustainable socio-economic development.The 17th International Conference on E-Education, E-Business, E-Management and E-Learning (IC4e 2026) will be held in Fukuoka, Japan during April 1-4, 2026, sponsored by IEEE, and co-sponsored by Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-ok, Thailand with patrons from Purdue University Northwest, USA, De La Salle University-Manila, Philippines, China West Normal University, China, Bulacan State University, Philippines, and Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia.Call for Papers The 2026 17th International Conference on E-Education, E-Business, E-Management, and E-Learning (IC4e 2026), with the theme "Innovating E-Systems for a Smarter Future," serves as the premier forum for presenting new advances and research results in the fields of theoretical, experimental, and applied E-Education, E-Business, E-Management, and E-Learning. This conference will bring together leading researchers, engineers, and scientists worldwide to share their latest research, insights, and developments in these domains. Topics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to:e-Education:Innovative e-learning technologies and platformsSystems, Design and TechnologiesPractices and cases in e-educationSystems and technologies in e-educationApplications and integration of e-educatione-learning evaluation and contentCampus information systemse-learning technologies, standards and systemsMobile learningComputer aided assessmentsKnowledge managementVirtual learning environmentsMultimedia in e-learningMarketing and promoting e-learningSocial benefits of e-learningOrganization learningTechnology adoption and diffusion of e-learninge-Business:Mobile and pervasive commerceElectronic Markets and Multiagent SystemsDigital goods and productsB2B, B2C, and C2C modelsAgent-mediated e-Commercee-Marketplaces, e-Hubs, and portalsPervasive technologies for eCommerceDynamic pricing modelsP2P-computing for e-Commercee-Payment systemse-Commerce content managementConsumer protection in eCommerceUser behavior modelingInnovative business modelsEnterprise application integrationBusiness process re-engineeringVirtual enterprises and virtual marketsVirtual organizations and coalitionsMobile businesse-Learning:Systems, Design and Technologiese-Learning platformsCourse designEmerging and best practicesPartnerships in e-LearningEvaluation of e-Learninge-Learning strategiesSocial benefits of e-Learninge-Learning effectiveness and outcomesWeb-based learningSecurity and confidentialitySelf-learning integrated methodologyAmbient intelligenceAssertive and assistive educational technologyComputer-aided assessmentLearning content management systemsAV-communication and other mediaDigital classroomsBlended learningCollaborative on-line learninge-Management:Leadership in the digital eraKnowledge management systemse-Audite-Control and Risk Managemente-Planninge-Organisinge-Supervisione-Politicse-Communicatione-RecruitmentSystems, Design and TechnologiesKnowledge ManagementTechnology Adoption and Diffusion of eManagemente-Management Strategiese-Management Effectiveness and OutcomesSocial Benefits of e-ManagementCurrent Trends in e-ManagementThreats in e-Management

15th International Conference on Information and Electronics EngineeringMarch 20-22, 2026 | Tokyo, JapanLink: https://www.iciee.org/index.htmlSubmission Deadline: December 25, 2025Acceptance Notification Date: January 25, 2026Authors' Registration Deadline: February 10, 2026Conference Date: March 20-22, 20262026 15th International Conference on Information and Electronics Engineering will be held in Tokyo, Japan during March 20-22, 2026. It aims to provide a more ideal forum for researchers, practitioners, and professionals from the industry, academia and government who are working in the field of information and electronics engineering to discourse on research and development, professional practice in related fields.ICIEE 2026 is organized by Jeju National University, and technically supported by Fukuoka Institute of Technology. ICIEE 2026 hopes to attract papers related to the latest implementation of applications, principles, and algorithms in the broad area of information and electronics engineering, including but not limited to computer science, information sciences, and telecommunications.PublicationsPeer-reviewed papers accepted by ICIEE2026 will be published in conference proceedings, which will be submitted to Scopus, Ei Compendex, etc., for indexing.Track 1: Electronic Science and Information TechnologyIntegrated Circuit Design Theory and TechnologyElectronic control and instrumentationEmbedded SystemsCircuits and SystemsElectronic deviceSemiconductor devices and reliabilityPhysical Electronics and OptoelectronicsElectronic Devices in CommunicationsIndustrial Automation and ControlVLSI Design and FabricationPhotonic TechnologiesBiomedical ElectronicsIndustrial Electronics and AutomationsTrack 2: Electromagnetic Field and Microwave TechnologyAntennas - Design, Modeling and MeasurementMicrowave Circuits - Systems and ApplicationsComputational ElectromagneticsRadio PropagationsIntegrated OpticsTheory and Application of Electromagnetic FieldOptical waveguide theory and technologyOptical devices and optical sensing technologyMicrowave and antennaTrack 3: Coding and Signal ProcessingChannel CodingSpace-Time Signal Processing MIMO and OFDM SystemsSignal Detection and EstimationAudio/Speech Signal ProcessingImage/Video Processing and CodingMedical Imaging and Image AnalysisSignal acquisition and analysis

External events, opportunities, and trade missions UK Government UK-ASEAN AI Innovation Summit; 6-8 October (KL, Malaysia) The UK-ASEAN AI Innovation Summit is a strategic platform for advancing shared priorities between the UK and ASEAN Member States. It builds upon previous engagements such as the UK-MY AI Conference 2023, UK AI Week in Thailand, and the AI for Sustainable Development in ASEAN (AISDA). The Summit is also aligned with the forthcoming ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) and the UK’s AI Opportunities Action Plan (2024). There will be keynote presentations, panel discussions, workshops for the Summit covering the following themes: Sustainable and secure AI infrastructure and cross-border compute access, Trusted data-sharing partnerships to support inclusive innovation, AI talent development and skills exchange, including pathways for women and non-traditional learners, Pro-innovation regulation and responsible AI governance, Public sector adoption and business innovation partnerships. If you would like to attend, please email Poorani.Krishnan@fcdo.gov.uk

Center for Sustainable Logistics and Supply Chain Management - LogSysResource: Lab Locationhttps://www.facebook.com/LogSys.PSU Assoc. Prof. Dr. Janya Chanchaichujit Delivers Special Lecture at the Supply Chain Innovation Summit (SCIS 2025), Organized by the Innovation Supply Chain Education Alliance, Indonesia Recently, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Janya Chanchaichujit was honored to deliver a Special Lecture at the Supply Chain Innovation Summit (SCIS) 2025, organized online by the Innovation Supply Chain Education Alliance, Indonesia. The event attracted over 200 participants, including students and professionals from various industries across Indonesia.Under the topic “Designing for Sustainability: Transforming Supply Chains Through Digital and Energy Innovation,” Dr. Janya presented five key perspectives essential for transforming supply chains towards sustainability, in parallel with the adoption of digital technologies and clean energy innovations. These five points include:1. The evolution of supply chain management trends and strategies2. Supply chain emissions3. An integrated approach to sustainable supply chain transformation4. Key challenges of sustainable supply chain transition5. Procurement for sustainable supply chainsThis lecture offered new insights and inspired participants to design logistics and supply chain systems that effectively address both business objectives and environmental concerns.The recorded session is available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpvgmFd4BbE== 𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐢𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 ==

ISPF Grants for International Research Collaborations 2025 - Thailand-UK Partnershiphttps://nriis.go.th/www/NewsEventDetail.aspx?nid=12161 The National Research Office of Thailand in collaboration with the British Council (BC) has agreed to open applications for the ISPF Grants for International Research Collaborations for Fiscal Year 2025 under the International Science Partnership Fund (ISPF) to collaborate with the United Kingdom in generating research outputs and outcomes that can be utilized to mitigate or solve critical and challenging global problems.Research Topic Areas Open for Applications: Research and innovation in "Resilient Planet" focusing on "Urban Climate Resilience" with emphasis on addressing problems arising from air pollution and PM2.5 in urban areas.Funding Characteristics and Budget Support:Joint project between researchers from two countries: Thailand and the United KingdomTwo-stage proposal submission process (2-stage proposal)Expression of Interest Stage: Thai or UK Project Leaders submit Expression of Interest (EOI) through https://grants.britishcouncil.org/Full-proposal Stage: Thai and UK Project Leaders jointly prepare a complete research proposal in English according to the specified standard format and submit the proposal to https://grants.britishcouncil.org/. Only researchers who submitted EOI by June 30, 2025, and received confirmation from the British Council can submit the complete proposal.Thai Project Leaders prepare proposals in Thai according to the format specified by NRO and submit to www.nriis.go.th along with the attached complete project proposal (in English) from the British Council system.NRO will consider and approve research grants for Thai researchers not exceeding £50,000 per year or approximately 2,250,000 THB per year, with a research duration not exceeding 2 years (24 months) throughout the project. NRO will consider supporting the research budget annually, taking into account the success of the previous funded year before providing support for the following year.Researchers can submit EOI through https://grants.britishcouncil.org/ from now until June 30, 2025, at 6:00 PM Thailand time.Applications for complete proposals are accepted through the NRIIS system and British Council Applicant Portalfrom July 4 – August 4, 2025, at 6:00 PM Thailand time.Notes:Only researchers who submit EOI and receive confirmation from the British Council can submit complete proposals.Thai researchers' home institutions must endorse the research proposals in the NRIIS system by August 11, 2025, at 4:30 PM.For additional details: https://opportunities-insight.britishcouncil.org/short-articles/opportunities/ispf-research-collaboration-grants-2025Download Related Files:National Research Office Announcement on Call for Project Proposals for Fiscal Year 2025.pdfISPF Research Collaborations 2025 Grant Applicant Guidelines_0.pdf

The 9th International Conference on Information Technology(IEEE Conference Record Number #66780)November 12-14, 2025.Phuket, Thailand and Online (Hybrid format)Read more at https://incit2025.computing.psu.ac.thDeadline: 24 August 2025The topics of interest for the conference papers include, but are not limited to:Agricultural and Industrial InformaticsArtificial Intelligence and Data ScienceBlockchain and Smart ContractCloud and Grid ComputingComputer Educational TechnologyComputer Networks and CommunicationsDatabase and Information RetrievalHealth and Bio InformaticsHealth, Wellness, and Bio informaticsHuman Computer Interaction and Affective ComputingImage Processing and Computer VisionInformation Forensics and SecurityInternet of Things and Embedded SystemsIT Project and IT Service ManagementKnowledge and Data ManagementMachine Learning and Intelligent SystemsMetaverse and Virtual RealityNatural Language ProcessingOntology and Semantic WebPervasive and Mobile ComputingQuantum Computing and AlgorithmsSoftware Engineering and Software DevelopmentSustainable Computing

Hosting InformationOffer Deadline: Thu, 11 Sep 2025 - 23:59Organisation / Company: Monash University MalaysiaCountry: MalaysiaWebsitehttps://www.lancaster.ac.uk/health-and-medicine/https://www.monash.eduEmail- s.r.hall@lancaster.ac.uk- yap.michelle@monash.edu DescriptionBackgroundWe seek highly motivated postdoctoral researchers to submit expressions of interest (EOI) for a 3-year Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Global Fellowship in drug development for snake venom toxins-induced necrosis. This prestigious fellowship offers an excellent opportunity for career development and international attachment in pharmacology and toxinology research. The fellowship also opens opportunities for international collaborations between Asia-Pacific and the EU. This fellowship also fosters early career development support. The candidate will lead innovative research projects in drug development for toxin envenomation, including mechanistic actions, structure-activity relationships, and preclinical assessment. Upon successful application, you will be hosted in Monash University Malaysia (Dr Michelle Yap – Toxin Pharmacology Lab) for 2 years and 1 year at Lancaster University (Dr Steve R Hall). Eligibility:Must hold a PhD in pharmacology, toxinology, biomedical science, biochemistry or biology-related field at the time of application. Meets MSCA requirements for this Global Fellowship: The applicant must be national or long-term resident (5 years+) of an EU Member State or Horizon Europe Associated Country. Demonstrates an excellent track record of publications. Demonstrates proficiency in research, laboratory, and data analysis skills; bioinformatics knowledge is an added advantage. Demonstrates proficiency in writing and communication skillsDemonstrates ability to work effectively in a team. To express interest, please submit a CV, and motivation to apply with two recommendation letters from academic supervisors or collaborators. We will contact the shortlisted candidate to prepare for the application. Closing Date for Applications:To allow ample preparation time for application and proposal writing, we anticipate the closing date to be 31st March 2025. However, please note that the call will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Early submissions are encouraged.

Call for PapersVenue: Melbourne, AustraliaFull Paper Submission Deadline: January 25, 2025 (Final Call!!!)Acceptance Notification Date: February 10, 2025Registration Deadline: February 15, 2025Camera-Ready Paper Submission: February 15, 2025Conference Dates: March 12-14, 2025Link: https://www.icint.org/index.htmlSubmitted papers will be strictly reviewed by technical program committee. Accepted papers will be published in ICINT2025 Conference Proceedings, which will be archived in IEEE Xplore, and submitted to be indexed by Ei Compendex and Scopus. The authors of the papers will be invited to participate in ICINT 2025 to share their research results. Publication News:The proceedings of ICINT 2023 have been published by CPS and included into IEEE Xplore and indexed by Ei Compendex and Scopus.The proceedings of ICINT 2022 have been published by CPS and included into IEEE Xplore and indexed by Ei Compendex and Scopus. 2025 10th International Conference on Information and Network Technologies (ICINT 2025) aims to provide a leading international forum for researchers, practitioners, and professionals from the industry, academia and government to share their new ideas, progresses and achievements in information and network technologies and related fields. ICINT 2025 will be held in Melbourne, Australia during March 12-14, 2025, which is co-sponsored by La Trobe University and IEEE; technically-sponsored by University of the Ryukyus.The conference calls for high-quality, original research papers in the theory and practice of information and network technologies. The conference also solicits proposals focusing on frontier research, new ideas and paradigms in information and networking technologies.CONFERENCE SCOPEThe conference provides an international forum for researchers to report their latest innovations, summarize state-of-the-art in the field, as well as exchange ideas, results, and visions in all fields of information and network technology research and applications. The main topics of interest include, but are not limited to:Advanced Computational Science and ApplicationsAdvanced IT Medical EngineeringAdvanced Management Information Systems and ServicesArtificial IntelligenceBio-inspired Computing and ApplicationsComputer Architecture & VLSIAugmented RealityData CommunicationsData mining applicationsDigital Signal and Image ProcessingExpert SystemsInformation SystemsInformation Retrieval Knowledge Data EngineeringInternet and Web ApplicationsSensor TechnologyWireless Communication and Mobile ComputingWireless Sensor NetworksArtificial IntelligenceDatabase & Data MiningComputer Networks & CommunicationsComputer ArchitectureParallel & Distributed SystemsInternet & its ApplicationsMultimedia & Visual ProgrammingHuman Computer InterfaceVirtual Reality SystemsE-CommerceComputer and network SecuritySoftware EngineeringDistance Learning and e-educationSensor Data ProcessingNeural NetworksComputer SimulationNatural Language ProcessingMachine LearningAspect Oriented Software Development AOSDPattern RecognitionInformation Security (Communication Security/NetworkSecurity/Data Security) GIS Technology and Application3D DisplayMedia and Societal InnovationE-EducationCyber Physical Systems

Asian Economic PapersLink: https://aep.jci.edu.my/aboutAsian Economic Papers is sponsored by the Center for Sustainable Development, Columbia University, United States; the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy, South Korea; the Jeffrey Cheah Institute on Southeast Asia, Sunway University, Malaysia; the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia, Indonesia; and Antai College of Economics and Management, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China. AEP’s articles focus on rigorous, objective analysis of key economic issues of a particular Asian economy or of the broader Asian region, and offer creative solutions to these Asian economic issues.AEP selects articles from open submissions and solicits articles from the top experts in the fields that are of high contemporary interest. Authors present their analyses at the Asian Economic Panel, which convenes thrice yearly in different parts of the world. The panel, which held its first meeting in April of 2001, invites about forty leading economists from all over the world to each meeting to discuss the subjects of that particular meeting. The discussion of each topic begins with the presentation of an analytical paper.AEP makes its publication decisions after reviewing the revised papers. The proceedings of the AEP conference are edited and published thrice yearly in a journal, Asian Economic Papers (MIT Press).Editor-in-Chief: Wing Thye WooEditors: Sungbae An, Fukunari Kimura, Ming Lu, and Jeffrey D. SachsFor more details, please see the Editorial Info.Instructions for Authors: https://aep.jci.edu.my/instructions-for-authors/

The most recent edition of the world’s Top 2% scientists, as determined by Stanford University, was unveiled in September 2024. In this compilation, CCDS is proud to have an impressive 38 faculty members included in the single year and career rankings. Prof Ong, C. H. Luke¹Prof Miao, Chunyan²Prof Guan, Cuntai²Prof Lin, Weisi²Prof Cong, Gao²Prof An, Bo²Prof Ong, Yew Soon²Prof Wen, Yonggang²Prof Loy, Chen Change²Prof Rajapakse, Jagath C.¹Prof Lam Kwok Yan²Prof Niyato, Dusit²Prof Liu, Yang²Prof Zhang, Jie²Prof Cambria, Erik²Prof Sun, Chengzheng¹ (retired)A/P Quek, Hiok Chai¹A/P Sun, Aixin²A/P Tan, Rui3A/P Lee, Bu Sung Francis¹A/P Maskell, Douglas L.¹A/P Kong, Wai Kin Adams¹A/P Qian, Kemao²A/P Tan, Chee Wei¹A/P Zhang, Hanwang²A/P Anwitaman, Datta¹A/P Lu, Shijian²A/P Lin, Guosheng²A/P Luo, Jun²A/P Chattopadhyay, Anupam²A/P Liu Weichen3A/P Yu Han3A/P Joty, Shafiq3A/P Hsu, Wen Jing¹ (retired)Asst/P Liu, Ziwei²Asst/P Zhao, Jun²Asst/P Pan, Xingang3Asst/P Lim, Wei Yang Bryan3We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the distinguished professors who have earned their place in the esteemed top 2% list!Notes: ¹ Career ranking ² Single year and career ranking 3 Single year rankingSource: https://elsevier.digitalcommonsdata.com/datasets/btchxktzyw/7

The 9th International Conference on Information Technology (InCIT2025)November 12-14, 2025Phuket, ThailandImportant DatesCamera Ready Submission Deadline: 16 May - 15 September 2025Registration: 12 August – 15 September 2025Call for papers: https://incit2025.computing.psu.ac.thContact: incit2025@phuket.psu.ac.thThe topics of interest for the conference papers include, but are not limited to:Agricultural and Industrial InformaticsArtificial Intelligence and Data ScienceBlockchain and Smart ContractCloud and Grid ComputingComputer Educational TechnologyComputer Networks and CommunicationsDatabase and Information RetrievalHealth and Bio InformaticsHealth, Wellness, and Bio informaticsHuman Computer Interaction and Affective ComputingImage Processing and Computer VisionInformation Forensics and SecurityInternet of Things and Embedded SystemsIT Project and IT Service ManagementKnowledge and Data ManagementMachine Learning and Intelligent SystemsMetaverse and Virtual RealityNatural Language ProcessingOntology and Semantic WebPervasive and Mobile ComputingQuantum Computing and AlgorithmsSoftware Engineering and Software DevelopmentSustainable ComputingSubmissionPaper Format:All authors must use the official “IEEE Manuscript Templates for Conference Proceedings”, which can be obtained from the IEEE Manuscript Templates for Conference Proceedings.Submissions must not exceed 8 pages, including all figures, tables, appendices, etc.All submissions must be in PDF format.InCIT 2025 balances the interests of a high quality conference with fairness towards the authors and audience members. Therefore, InCIT 2025 applies this policy, and reserve the right to preclude authors who do not present their paper at the conference from having their papers published in IEEE Xplore.

Deadline for applications: 06 October 2024, 12:00 mid-day BSTSource: https://opportunities-insight.britishcouncil.org/news/opportunities/grants-capacity-strengthening-programmesWe invite applications from UK institutions for the International Research Empowerment Programme supported by the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology's International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF) under the ISPF thematic priority ‘Tomorrow’s Talents’.Aligning with the British Council’s mission to connect the UK with international partners through meaningful people-to-people connections across borders, the opportunity aims to address several critical priorities within the realm of international research collaboration through capacity strengthening.Countries initially joining this call include Turkey, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam.Grants up to £80,000 will be available for funding capacity strengthening activities under four priority areas:Forster better engagement and management practices in international research collaboration.Support Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in international research endeavours.Promote capacity strengthening and knowledge exchange in interdisciplinary research.Create opportunities for researchers and institutions to engage with communities, policymakers, and translate research into societal benefits.Applicants should consider how best to address the priority set for the international partner that you will be collaborating with, as specified in Appendix 1 of the Guidelines for Applicants. TimelinesWho can applyBoth UK and international partner project leaders must hold permanent positions (research/academic/professional) at eligible institutions and have relevant expertise and capacity to lead the project.Collaborations should include one project leader from the UK and a project leader from the international partner. We will allow only one application per a project leader, from either side.Please see the Eligibility Section of the ‘Guidelines for Applicants' for additional criteria.Equality, diversity and inclusionBritish Council are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and to continuing to attract and nurture talented people from the widest pool to remain internationally competitive in research and innovation. We believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to flourish and succeed. This includes avoidance of bias due to disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, sex (gender), and age.The British Council is committed to equal opportunities and diversity and will consider, on a case-by-case basis, requests for support to encourage underrepresented groups to engage in ISPF activity, so long as sufficient justification is provided. Action RequiredApplication deadline: 6 October 2024, 12:00 mid-day BSTTo apply: https://grants.britishcouncil.org/Select ISPF Research Empowerment Programme application form to start application.The British Council approach to contracting can be found here: https://www.britishcouncil.org/sites/default/files/ispf_grant_base_template.docxThe list of UK eligible research organisations is at: https://www.britishcouncil.org/sites/default/files/eligible_uk_research_organisations_0.pdfIf you require an alternative formal for reasons of accessibility please contact us at: ISPF-IREP@britishcouncil.org