WTUN News Roundup – September 2024 – World Technology Universities Network

Welcome to this month’s roundup of the stories, updates and events happening across the World Technology Universities Network.

WTUN Operational Board Bulletin:

Message from Operational Board Chair

Dr. Ciarán Ó hAnnracháin,
Strategic Projects Manager, Atlantic Technological University
WTUN Operational Board Chair

Dear colleagues,

As we move into another year of WTUN, I am becoming more aware of the current levels of engagement and the commitment made by each of you to represent, and also to bring value, to your organisations.

There are already many demands on our finances, and it is becoming increasingly clear that if we wish to increase our engagement and research activities, we will need to consider alternative, external, sources of funds. There are many funding opportunities available at country, regional and or global levels that we might consider competing for either as an entire network, or as subgroups relevant to the specific funding calls. I hope that in the coming year, we will be able to set into motion an agile and responsive process to meet our network goals.

With this in mind, we would like to streamline our communications with you, to ensure that information distributed by the secretariat, as well as responses and engagement from you, can be timely, efficient and effective.

Research stories which will be of interest to other WTUN colleagues and inspire collaboration
Events and Opportunities such as Conferences, Mobility Programmes, Research Collaboration projects. These should be shared with enough notice for members to engage.
Collaboration Calls from Researchers to connect or collaborate on themes
WTUN Funding Call; We hope to develop this in the future to include potential funding opportunities which the network can work to act on.

As we move through the year, I would be happy for you to make suggestions or interventions either at our Operational Board meetings or by communicating directly with either Chawin or myself

Email Dr Ciarán Ó hAnnracháin & Dr. Chawin Chantharasenawong

Member Directory 2024-25 – Version 1.0

Over the last year, the WTUN Secretariat has been updating the WTUN Member Profiles found on the WTUN website.

We have now compiled the first draft of a Member Directory for 2024-25. This includes a list of all current members, a link to their webpage and contact details for the General and Operational Board member.

We plan to circulate this before WTUC2024, and therefore, we ask any members to share necessary amendments and edits for their institution’s page as soon as possible.

Open the WTUN Member Directory 2024-25.

WTUN News

WTUC 2024: 02-04 October 2024

We will shortly be joining our delegates from across the network in Johor Bahru for the 2024 World Technology Universities Congress, hosted by Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.

Visit our WTUC2024 pages to find out more about the programme, the WTUN Annual Lecture, and a full list of delegates and speakers.

Parallel Sessions:

WTUN ‘Meet our Members’ Networking

Thank you to all of our participants in the WTUN ‘Meet our Members’ Networking Session.

We would be grateful for your feedback on these sessions, whether you were able to participate and attend or not: WTUN Networking Sessions Feedback Form

We would like to thank each of our speakers for their contributions: Dr Esra Aldhaen, Ahlia University; Dr Des Foley, Atlantic Technological University; Dr Chawin Chantharasenawong, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi; Ms Nabila Al Macki, Majan University College; Professor Melba M. Angni, Mindanao State University; Dr Wipawee Usaha, Suranaree University of Technology; Mark Butler and Jamie McInnis, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology; Dr Jens Müller, Technische Universität Ilmenau; Professor Michael Affenzeller and Kamilla Trubicki, University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria; Professor Liz Breen, University of Bradford; Shibaura Institute of Technology.

We have collated the pre-recorded presentations and uploaded these to the corresponding Member Profiles on our website:

View the YouTube Playlist for Member Networking Session here.

WTUN Collaboration Opportunities

Following our Member Networking sessions, several calls for funding have been shared from our members:

Dr. Ciarán Ó hAnnracháin
Strategic Projects Manager, Atlantic Technological University & WTUN Operational Board Chair

All members are invited to consider the following funding call, ‘EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package – Higher Education Programme (SCOPE-HE)’ which aims to support the development of university clusters across EU and ASEAN countries.

This funding call provides an opportunity for the WTUN to gain access to funding to support additional collaboration between our institutions across the following themes:

Green Transition
Digital Transformation
Blue Economy

Further details can be shared on request. Please email wtun@bradford.ac.uk.

WTUN Member News

Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences

HSHL’S Prof. Dr. -Ing Jan-Niklas Voigt-Antons has launched a new research project, “Ariadne” which will develop an innovative augmented reality (A) navigation application which will allow for personalisation and interactivity whilst navigating urban spaces.

The hope is that this project will facilitate spatial orientation and promote cultural and social exchanges.

Read the full article here.

National Taiwan University of Science and Technology

Taiwan Tech has assisted Paraguay in establishing the Taiwan-Paraguay Polytechnic University (UPTP) since 2018. In August 2024, the first joint technology research and academic conference between the two countries was held, titled the ‘Taiwan-Paraguay Technology Forum’. The forum established five key priority areas for Paraguay’s national development; cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and semiconductors, biomedical engineering, sustainable environments, and higher education research.

The collaboration between the two countries highlights the critical role of international partnerships in fostering innovation and development

Read the full article here.

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A partnership between the German Alliance for Applied Sciences (HAWtech) and the Taiwan University Alliance for Applied Sciences (TAItech) united 12 universities to undertake collaborative projects, student exchanges and double degree programmes.

A recent visit from HAWtech showcased the research work of Taiwan Tech’s Professor Young. His solar heat-insulating glass technology, which improves power generation efficiency, provides insulation, and reduces the energy needed to cool buildings, has garnered international recognition, including the EU Marie Curie Award in 2014.

Read the full article here.

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte

UFRN’s Laboratory of Innovative and Accessible Educational Practices (LAPEIA-FELCS/UFRN) discusses decolonial education in the newest episode of their podcast, Lapeia.cast, whcih discusses education, accessibility, technologies and teaching-learning practices.

In this episode, the discussion explores education for ethnic-racial relations and it’s importance for building a more equitable and inclusive society. Listen to the episode here.

Other episodes include:

Artificial intelligence in the classroom: villain or heroine?
Gamification: how to make the classroom more interesting and interactive?
Technological resources in the classroom: what about analog ones?

Learn more about the ‘Lapeia.cast’ podcast here.

Please note: This podcast is recorded in Brazilian Portuguese.

Member Events

Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science

International Conference on Computational Mathematics and Advances in Modern Technology
16th – 18th October 2024
Bay Range Campus, HITS (Chennai, India)

This conference aims to unite leading scholars, scientists, academicians, and industry professionals to exchange and share their experiences and research on all aspects of Computational Mathematics and Modern Technology. The event will cover current trends and developments in areas such as Pure and Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, and Engineering and Technologies.

Find out more here: ICCMAMT2024

Technische Universität Ilmenau

InnoLOG: 6th Thuringian AI Forum
29 October 2024
COMCENTER Brühl Erfurt

Innovations, trends and experiences – AI as a driving force for Thuringia

The forum also serves to promote exchange within the Thuringian AI community. It brings together developers of AI solutions with potential users in order to drive forward joint innovations and research and development projects.

Find out more about InnoLOG here.

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

International Human-Centered Technology Conference (iHumEnTech 2024)
28-29 November 2024
Impiana Hotel (Johor Bahru, Malaysia) and Online

iHumEnTech 2024 is organised to provide a platform for researchers to share their findings in science and technology related to analysis and application on the human. Researchers are encouraged to participate on the following 10 themes:

Assistive technology & bioinstrumentation
Signal & image processing
Artificial Intelligence for human technology
Health informatics
Rehabilitation & therapy
Nutritional & drug delivery technology
Human-computer interaction
Sports innovation & technology
Human-systems integration
Ergonomics, health & safety

Find out more about iHumEnTech 2024 here.

University of Bradford

DHEZ Seminar Series
25 September 2024, 13:00-14:00 (UTC+1)
Online

This seminar will share key findings from a realist review of the literature on the consequences of replacing hospital bedside medication charts with electronic prescribing systems, with a focus on communication about medicines between healthcare practitioners and the patients they care for.

Find out more here: D HEZ Seminar Series 24/25

Interdisciplinary Nuclear Disarmament Symposium
06 December 2024
University of Bradford (United Kingdom)

This symposium aims to explore the multifaceted challenges and opportunities associated with nuclear disarmament through a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach, drawing on insights from international relations, security studies, law, ethics, environmental science, technology, and more.

Deadline for Abstracts: 04 October 2024

Find out more here: Call for Papers

Cantor Technology Lecture
‘From Faraday to AI: Integrating science and technology into the study of museum collections’
16 October 2024, 18:00-19:15 (UTC+1)
Online

With keynote speaker Professor Carl Heron

This talk will explore the past, present and future of science and technology in the study of museum collections.

What is the context of these interventions and what have we learned? How do these applications support the wider purposes of museums, such as enhancing access and promoting understanding? What are the opportunities and challenges?

Professor Carl Heron will select relevant examples drawn from the British Museum collection and widen the discussion to other museums and the essential roles they play.

Find out more here: Cantor Technology Lecture

Member Mobility Opportunities

Shared by WTUN Member Institutions

Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science

Spring 2025 Semester Exchange programme
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (Chennai, India)

We cordially invite students from your esteemed institution to participate in our student exchange program for the upcoming Spring 2025 semesters. We are pleased to inform you that we can accept up to five (5) students from your university, with the added benefit of waived tuition fees.

Find out more by contacting HITS International Office at: internationalaffairs@hindustanuniv.ac.in.

Suranaree University of Technology

SUT Global Entrepreneurship Camp 2025
Suranaree University of Technology (Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand)

SUT GEC 2025 is now open for registrations:
Dates: 08-18 January
Theme: “Sustainable and Resilient Communities: Innovating for a Healthier Planet and People”
SDGs: #3, #11, #13, #15

Why should students joint the GEC 2025:

Enhance their entrepreneurial skills and mindset.
Collaborate with peers from around the globe.
Experience real-world challenges and opportunities.
Play a role in creating a more sustainable and equitable future.

Find out more information here.

Alternatively, contact Student Entrepreneurship Development Academy (SEDA) via email at: global.entrepreneurship.sut@gmail.com.

To discuss joining the Network please contact the WTUN Development Manager
Denise Whitehead
Email: wtun@bradford.ac.uk