Vice Presidents for Research Meeting 2019
Host University
About the Event
Pre-arrival Information
Meeting Venue
Transportation
Accommodations

Thank you for joining the Vice Presidents for Research Meeting 2019.

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Report prepared by Chulalongkorn University.

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The Vice Presidents for Research Meeting 2019 will be held on the 1st  Floor, Maha-Chulalongkorn Building, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand

Maha-Chulalongkorn Building is the first building on Chulalongkorn University Campus. This building served as classrooms for the Faculty of Arts.

Maps and directions

Local Transportation

I. Airport

New Bangkok International Airport (Suvarnabhumi) (BKK)

 

II. Transportation during the meeting (updated on October 25)

CU shuttle bus services will be provided to/from meeting venue during the meeting.

Tuesday, October 29

  • Pick up at Pathumwan Princess Hotel at 7:30 a.m. to CU
  • Pick up at Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square at 8:00 a.m. to CU
  • Return from CU to hotels at 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 30

  • Pick up at Pathumwan Princess Hotel at 8:00 a.m. to CU
  • Pick up at Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square at 8:30 a.m. to CU
  • Return from CU to hotels at 2:45 p.m.

 

III. Public transportation in Bangkok

 

IV. Getting to CU

Recommended accommodations for VPRM 2019

I. Pathumwan Princess Hotel

Address: 444 MBK Center, Phayathai Road, Wangmai, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330

Tel: +66 2216 3700

Email: [email protected] 

Website: https://www.pprincess.com/

 

Accommodation can be reserved at Pathumwan Princess Hotel under a negotiated group rate for APRU delegates. Reservations are subject to availability.

Rooms

  • Superior Room: single occupancy with one daily breakfast (THB 3,400 net per night) AND double/twin occupancy with two daily breakfasts (THB 3,700 net per night)
  • Deluxe Classic Room:single occupancy with one daily breakfast (THB 3,700 net per night) AND double/twin occupancy with two daily breakfasts (THB 4,000 net per night)
  • A confirmation email will be sent after the booking is done. Room availability is limited on a first come, first served basis. APRU delegates are advised to book on or before September 13, 2019 to avail of the discounted rate.
  • For room reservations using APRU group rates, please reserve using the VPRM 2019 Pathumwan Princess Booking Form and return to Mr. Kengkarn Wachirasuriya, Assistant Sales Manager at [email protected].

Airport Transfer / Transportation

Pathumwan Princess Hotel is located around 39 minutes away from Suvarnabhumi Bangkok International Airport.

Airport Transfer Rate

The transportation service between Suvarnabhumi Airport Bangkok International Airport and Hotel can be arranged.

Rate*: Toyota Camry for 3 persons and 3 suitcases at THB 1,500 net per way (~USD 47++)

*** Transportation rates are inclusive of 10% service charge and 7% VAT and are subject to change without prior notice.

 

II. Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square Hotel

Address: 392/44 Siam Square Soi 6, Rama I Road, 10330 Pathumwan, Thailand

Tel: +66 2 209 8888 / Fax: +66 (0) 2 2551824

Website: www.novotelbkk.com

 

Accommodation can be reserved at Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square Hotel under a negotiated group rate for APRU delegates. Reservations will be subject to availability.

Rooms:

  • Superior Room: single occupancy with one daily breakfast (THB 3,200 net per night) AND double/twin occupancy with two daily breakfasts (THB 3,200 net per night)
  • Deluxe Room: single occupancy with one daily breakfast (THB 3,600 net per night) AND double/twin occupancy with two daily breakfasts (THB 3,600 net per night)
  • Room availability is limited on a first come, first served basis. For room reservations using APRU group rates, please reserve direct via booking link.
  • A confirmation email will be sent after the booking is done. APRU delegates are advised to book on or before September 27, 2019 to avail of the discounted rate.

Airport Transfer / Transportation

  • Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square Hotel is located around 39 minutes away from Suvarnabhumi Bangkok International Airport.
  • Transportation service between Suvarnabhumi Airport Bangkok International Airport and Hotel can be arranged at the following rates**: Car (Maximum 3 adults): THB 2,300 net per way OR Van (Maximum 7 adults): THB 2,300 net per way

**Transportation rates are inclusive of refreshments, toll way fee, 10% service charge and 7% VAT, and are subject to change without prior notice.

联系我们

Address: APRU International University Centre, Unit 902, Cyberport 2, 100 Cyberport Road, Hong Kong
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: +852 2117 7060
Fax: +852 2117 7077

 

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Program Schedule

5th APRU Vice Presidents for Research Meeting

“Strategic Research Partnership for Better and Sustainable Societies”

 

October 28-30, 2019

Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand

Monday, October 28, 2019
Tuesday, October 29 2019
Wednesday, October 30, 2019
10:00 – 17:00

Delegates arrive in Bangkok

18:00 – 19:30

Welcome and Networking Reception

Venue: Jim Thompson Restaurant and Wine Bar

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08:30 – 09:00

Registration

Venue: Room 105, Maha-Chulalongkorn Building, Chulalongkorn University

09:00 – 09:30

Introduction by Professor Kiat Ruxrungtham, Vice President for Research and Innovation, Chulalongkorn  University

Welcome Address “Chulalongkorn University and Partnerships” by President Bundhit Eua-arporn, Chulalongkorn University

09:30 – 09:50

APRU Welcome and Updates by Dr. Christopher Tremewan, APRU Secretary General

09:50 – 10:30

Keynote Speech on “Sustainable Development Challenges for the 21st Century” by Mr. Hongjoo Hahm, Deputy Executive Secretary of United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP)

10:30 – 11:00

Photo Session and Refreshment Break

11:00 – 12:00

Panel I – Roles of APRU Members on SDGs Related Research

Panel chair: Professor Fanny Cheung, Pro-Vice-Chancellor/Vice-President, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

12:00 – 13:30

Lunch Talk on “Chula Innovation Hub and Enterprise” by Dr. Natcha Thawesaengskulthai, Vice President for Innovation and New Development

Venue: Library, Faculty of Architecture, Chulalongkorn University

13:30 – 14:30

Panel II – Future Strategy of APRU Research Collaborations

Panel chair: Professor Andy Hor, Pro-Vice-Chancellor/Vice-President (Research), The University of Hong Kong

14:30 – 15:00

Refreshment Break

15:00 – 16:00

Panel III – Infrastructure for International Research Engagement: Measuring Success of Multidisciplinary Efforts

Panel chair: Professor Noorsaadah A Rahman, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research & Innovation), University of Malaya

16:00 – 17:00

Panel IV – APRU Best Practice on Faculty Promotion and Reward: Enhancing Impact and Collaboration

Panel chair: Professor Duncan Ivison, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), The University of Sydney

17:00 – 17:30

Group Photo

Venue: Statutes of King Rama V and King Rama VI

17:30 – 18:00

Campus tour

Venue: Chualongkorn University Centenary Park

18:00 – 20:00

Dinner Reception

Venue: Room 115, Maha-Chulalongkorn Building, Chulalongkorn University

Dinner Talk “From University To Universality: Sustaining Development Goals Now!” by Professor Emeritus Vitit Muntarbhorn, Faculty of Law, Chulalongkorn University

Digital Art Special Performance by Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Chulalongkorn University

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09:15 – 10:00

Venue: Room 105, Maha-Chulalongkorn Building, Chulalongkorn University

Keynote Speech II on “Green Chemistry and University” by Professor John C. Warner, President and Chief Technology Officer, Warner Babcock Institute for Green Chemistry, LLC

10:00 – 10:30

Refreshment Break

10:30 – 11:30

Panel V – Intellectual Property Rights and Technology Transfer

Panel chair: Professor Ana Deletic, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research), UNSW Sydney

11.30 – 12.30

Networking Lunch

12:30 – 13:30

Venue: Room 111, Maha-Chulalongkorn Building

Panel VI – How to Measure Research Impact

Panel chair: Professor Prasant Mohapatra, Vice Chancellor for Research, UC Davis

13:30 – 13:45

Introduction of Vice President for Research Meeting 2021

13:45 – 14:15

Refreshment Break

14:15 – 14:45

Summary and Wrap-up

15:00 – 16.00

Campus Tour

Campus Tour, Cognitive Fitness Center and Chula Dementia Center

16:00

Adjourn

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