Royal University of Phnom Penh
Royal Thai Embassy, Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia
6 – 7 December 2018
Having signed the Memorandum of Understanding with Royal University of Phnom Penh (RUPP) on March 29th, 2017, the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (Public Organization) returned to Cambodia to conduct “NARIT-RUPP Human Capacity Training in Astronomy for Development 2018” during 6 – 7 December 2018.
Ao Nang, Krabi, Thailand
12 – 15 November 2018
Krabi commenced an advanced platform of The 7th International VLBI Technology Workshop (IVTW2018), which gathered 40 specialists, scientists and astronomers working in the field of the Very Long Baseline Interferometer (VLBI) worldwide to brainstorm their genius works into an integrated solid work plan. In order to enhance international cooperation towards Thai VLBI Network (TVN) and the National Network for Radio Astronomy and Geodesy (NNRAG).
19 – 21 October 2018
Lampung, Indonesia
Over 80 local and intra-regional participants gathered in Bandar Lampung, Sumatra, Indonesia for the 10th Southeast Asia Astronomy Network (SEAAN 2018), hosted by Institut Teknologi Sumatera (ITERA), Groundbreaking Ceremony of Lampung Astronomical Observatory (LAO) and MoU Signing Ceremony between ITERA and NARIT.
15 – 17 August 2018
Manila & Bataan, The Philippines
Rizal Technological University opened its doors to welcome Team NARIT to the Philippines to co-organize the first Astronomy & Astrophysics: Data Research Analytics Workshop during 15 – 16 August 2018 at the 10th Floor of the Senator Neptali A. Gonzales Academic Hall. The conference was attended by students and faculty members from Mapua University, New Era University, RizalTech, and by astronomers from the Astronomical League of the Philippines.
5 – 10 August 2018
Chiang Mai, Thailand
The annual “Optical Design Summer School” resumed for the third time in 2018 during 5 – 10 August with 25 international attendants worldwide. This year, once again, the school was organized by the International Training Centre in Astronomy under the auspices of UNESCO (ITCA), the Centre hosted by the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (Public Organization) in the heart of Chiang Mai. Prof. Theirry Lepine from Institutd’Optique Graduate School also returned to give lectures in the school.
Druk Holding and Investments (DHI)
Thimpu, Bhutan
1-5 August 2018
For most people, Bhutan is known for its unparalleled picturesque sprawl of rugged landscapes, ranging from sub-tropical plains in the south, to the sub-alpine Himalayan mountains in the north - supreme conditions for hiking and trekking activities, coupled with its photogenic and hospitable people, Bhutan is, by all means, a hidden gem for tourists for it is perceived as one of the most untouched and pristine destinations in the world. Its economy prospers from agriculture, hydroelectricity, forestry, and tourism for which are accounted the majority of the entirety. Not to mention, Bhutan’s pioneering concept of “Gross National Happiness”, a philosophy initiated by the 4th King of Wangchouk Dynasty, H.M. Jigme Singye Wangchouk, where the main focus of collective happiness of the Bhutanese is considered the main priority - more important than the internationally so called “Gross National Product”. However, another perception towards Bhutan is about to be added to its already existing glorious image – Bhutan with strong Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education and workforce towards knowledge-based society, driven by Astronomy.
23-27 August, 2018
Nha Trang University
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Sitting atop a ridge along the picturesque Nha Trang Bay, VNSC Observatory charms all participants with the ravishing attractions and hospitality of Nha Trang and this time around, it marks the long standing partnership between VNSC (Vietnam National Space Centre) and NARIT (National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand) by co-hosting ITCA Colloquium 2018 “NARIT-VNSC Astronomy and Astrophysics Workshop”.
24 – 30 April 2018
Chiang Mai, Thailand
The 3rd NARIT International Astronomical Training Workshop commenced successfully with its 2018 sequel at NARIT’s very own operating headquarters.
17 April, 2018
Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy (MPIfR)
Bonn, Germany
The development of instruments fitted to Thai National Radio Telescope is seen as a major milestone of Radio Astronomy in Thailand as NARIT and MPIfR join hands.
The National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (Public Organization), Ministry of Science and Technology hosts the opening ceremony of the Regional Observatory for the Public, Chachoengsao on 2nd February 2018. With the boundless benevolence of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, who graciously presides over the event in Wang Yen, Plaeng Yao District, Chachoengsao Province.
25 – 28 January 2018
Chiang Mai, Thailand
The much-anticipated annual program under ‘SEA-ROAD’ – Southeast Asian Regional Office of Astronomy for Development, a regional node in which NARIT takes charge acting, has once again commenced as ‘NARIT ASEAN Astronomy Camp 2018’ welcomed 40 ASEAN-wide high school participants, 8 from Thailand, 2 from Lao PDR, 2 from Myanmar, 4 from Vietnam, 8 from Cambodia, 4 from Indonesia, 4 from Malaysia and 8 from the Philippines and their 10 accompanying affiliated lecturers to the city of Chiang Mai, Thailand where NARIT Headquarters is situated. The Camp was held for the fourth time for four consecutive days during 25 – 28 January 2018, 3 of which they spent atop Doi Inthanon National Park.
NARIT-SOKENDAI Winter School 2018
15-19 January 2018
Kantary Hills Hotel Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai, Thailand
The first winter school of 2018 under the International Training Centre in Astronomy under the auspices of UNESCO (ITCA) kicked off with a great start on Jan 15, 2018. This year NARIT and SOKENDAI co-host the school under the theme “Astrophysical Masers and Molecular Lines in Astronomy” with the help of prominent figures in Radio Astronomy from leading institutes across the globe.