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60th SOI Asia Meeting — Bangkok, Thailand
20-22 October, 2025

AIT Introduction

Introduction

Welcome to the 60th SOI Asia Meeting!

The 60th SOI Asia Meeting will be held at the Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok, Thailand. This event brings together leading researchers, academics, and industry professionals to discuss the latest advancements and collaborations in the field.

Please check back soon for more details about the agenda, speakers, and special activities planned for this year's meeting.

Program (Tentative)

Day 1: October 20 (Mon) — AIT Lead Day
Time (GMT+7) Session
8:45 - 9:00 Registration, Zoom open for online participants
9:00 - 9:30 Opening remarks

Professor Pai-Chi Li
President, Asian Institute of Technology (AIT)

Professor Keiko Okawa
Director, SOI Asia Project, Keio University

10:00 - 11:45 Keynote speech

Associate Professor Panjai Tantatsanawong
Silpakorn University

Professor Jun Murai
SOI Asia, Keio University
11:45 - 12:00 Group photo
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch / Poster exhibition
13:30 - 15:00 Project Impact Panel - 1 APIE
15:00 - 15:15 Break
15:15 - 16:45 Project Impact Panel - 2 INXIGNIA
16:30 - 18:30 OPTIONAL - APIE Meeting
18:30
Social Dinner

Hosted by SOI Asia

AIT Conference Center
Asian Institute of Technology
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Day 2: October 21 (Tue) — SOI Asia Day
Time (GMT+7) Session
8:00 - 9:00 OPTIONAL - INXIGNIA Meeting
8:55 - 9:00 Zoom open for online participants
9:00 - 10:30 Site Update
10:30 - 12:00 Project Impact Panel - 3 Infrastructure (ARENA-PAC, SARENA-PAC)
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch meeting with AIT
13:30 - 14:40 Project Impact Panel - 4 DHASH
14:40 - 14:50 Break
14:50 - 16:00 Project Impact Panel - 5 EBA
16:00 - 16:15 Wrap-up
16:30 - Depart for the dinner venue
18:00 -
Social Dinner

Hosted by intERLab

Sampaonava — 4 ประตูชัย (4 U Thong Rd),
Tambon Pratuchai, Mueang Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13000
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Day 3: October 22 (Wed) — SOI Asia Future Plan & Summary
Time (GMT+7) Session
8:55 - 9:00 Zoom open for online participants
9:00 - 12:00 CBR session (Input / Presentation / Project Impact Panel)
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch / Directors Meeting
13:30 - 15:00 Future Planning (30th anniversary)
15:00 - 15:30 Summary and closing

Venue

The 60th SOI Asia Meeting will take place at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), located in the northern suburbs of Bangkok, Thailand. The campus offers modern conference facilities and a serene environment ideal for academic exchange.

  • Venue: Robert B. Banks Auditorium, AIT Conference Center (AITCC), Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok, Thailand
  • Dates: 20-22 October, 2025

Key Locations within AIT Campus

Please refer to the campus map below for key locations such as the conference center, accommodation, and dining areas within AIT.

Meeting & Accommodation:
  • AIT Conference Center (AITCC): Main venue for the meeting and accommodation.
Food:
  • Arcade Shop: A cluster of small shops located beside (1. AITCC), offering a variety of snacks, drinks.
  • Hom Krun Coffee: Located in the (2. Admin Building), offers coffee, snacks, and light meals.
  • Cafeteria: Offers a variety of Thai and international food, approximately 700 meters (about a 10-minute walk) from the AITCC (venue).
  • 7-Eleven Convenience Store: Located within the AIT campus, approximately 700 meters (about a 10-minute walk) from the AITCC (venue).
  • Somtum Shop (Thai Restaurant): Popular spot for Thai papaya salad and local dishes, located near a few walking distance from 5. 7-Eleven.
Services:
  • AIT Medical Clinic: For basic medical needs, located beside AITCC and Arcade Shop
  • ATM & Banking Services: Available near the 2. Admin Building and 5. 7-Eleven
  • Post Office: Located in the 2. Admin Building, provides postal and basic courier services.
  • Laundry Services Located near 5. 7-Eleven, offers self-service laundry facilities.
  • Fitness Center: Located on second floor of (4. Cafeteria)
  • Salon and Massage: Located in (3. Arcade Shop).
AIT Campus Map We highlight the key locations within the AIT campus for your convenience during the 60th SOI Asia Meeting:
  1. 1. AITCC (AIT Conference Center)
  2. 2. Admin Building
  3. 3. Arcade Shop
  4. 4. Cafeteria
  5. 5. 7-Eleven Convenience Store

For more details, refer to the campus map above or ask the event staff/Receptionist for directions.

Accommodation

On-campus accommodations will be arranged for those participants who requested to reserve accommodations at the time of registration

AIT Conference Center Hotel
AIT Conference Center Hotel (on campus)
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Transportation

The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is located in Pathum Thani, just north of Bangkok. The campus is accessible by taxi, airport transfer, and public transportation.

Registration

Registration for the 60th SOI Asia Meeting has closed. For inquiries, contact the organizing committee at secretariat@soi.asia

Visa

Participants are advised to check the visa requirements for Thailand well in advance. Invitation letters can be provided upon request for visa applications. For more information, visit the Thai eVisa official website.

Contact Us

For any inquiries regarding the 60th SOI Asia Meeting, please contact the organizing committee:

  • Email: secretariat@soi.asia, interlab-sec@ait.asia
  • Phone: (66-2)524-6611
  • Address: intERLab, Asian Institute of Technology, Pathum Thani 12120, Thailand