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WTUN Newsletter – August 2025

13th August 2025

Welcome to the latest edition of the WTUN newsletter featuring a roundup of news, updates and events happening across the network.

Below you will read a message from our new Chair, Professor Michael Affenzeller, the latest news from our student activities and news from our members.

As always, if you would like to share news, updates, events or milestones via this newsletter, then please contact wtun@bradford.ac.uk.

A Message from WTUN Chair, Professor Michael Affenzeller

As Professor Shirley Congdon’s tenure as Chair of the WTUN came to an end at the end of July 2025 the WTUN is pleased to formally welcome Professor Michael Affenzeller, Provost, University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria to the role for a period of two year. On behalf of all at the WTUN and in addition to thanking Professor Congdon for her tireless efforts and championship of the network during her time as Chair, we also wish her well for her upcoming retirement later this year.

Professor Affenzeller has written to members of the WTUN General Board directly. To read the full version of the below statement, visit our post here.

Dear WTUN Members,

As I begin my term I would like to express my appreciation to the General Board for their support in my election to the position of Chair of the World Technology Universities Network.

When I first became acquainted with the World Technology Universities Network, a little over three years ago through my role in university management, I quickly recognised the network’s outstanding unique selling points—qualities that make active involvement not only worthwhile but truly rewarding. Foremost among these is the pioneering spirit and enthusiasm of a relatively young organisation, paired with a remarkable level of organisational professionalism, a rare and powerful combination. This dynamic is clearly reflected in the network’s diverse range of activities, including hackathons, exchange programs, student competitions, and webinars, as well as the impressively high proportion of member universities that actively engage in these initiatives.

As is typical in the environment of technology-oriented universities, we anticipate exciting and challenging years ahead. Rapid advancements in analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence are driving innovation across technical disciplines and beyond. These developments are accompanied by important moral and societal debates around the responsible, conscious, and privacy-aware use of technology—issues that are viewed through diverse cultural lenses.

Thanks to the mutual respect and idealism that define our network, I see tremendous potential for the WTUN to contribute meaningfully to these discussions. The global reach of our members brings with it a rich diversity of perspectives—both intellectual and societal.

Equally pressing are the global challenges in areas such as climate change, CO₂ compliance, and, more broadly, the pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Here, too, I believe the WTUN is uniquely positioned to make a positive impact. We have the opportunity to send a powerful message to the younger generation: that choosing a technical field of study is one of the most proactive and constructive ways to contribute to solving the great challenges of our time.

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to every member of the WTUN for your ongoing commitment, intellectual curiosity, and collaborative spirit. It is an honour to be part of this journey with you, and I look forward to the continued growth and impact we will achieve together. Thank you for all that you do.

Congratulations to this year’s recipient of the WTUN Brian Cantor Scholarship Prize:

Dhanushi Rodrigo, PhD Candidate, Business, Atlantic Technological University, Galway Campus was selected as the recipient of the 2025 WTUN Brian Cantor Scholarship Prize.

Congratulations Dhanushi!

We will share a short interview with Dhanushi on the WTUN website soon.

If Dhanushi’s name sounds familiar, it is because she was one of the two person team from ATU who took First Prize in this year’s WTUN Student Competition!

About the Prize:

The WTUN Brian Cantor Scholarship Prize is intended to recognise cutting-edge, challenge-led research with direct benefits to people and society.

It is awarded to students conducting research that demonstrates alignment with the WTUN’s vision of providing education for the next generation of global citizens who will have to respond to the word’s 21st century challenges and to assist students to pursue their research or career.

WTUN-Accelerated Student Entrepreneurship Programme:

From 30 June to 4 July, 27 students and 3 staff members from 7 universities and 5 countries met to finalise prototypes, concepts and designs during the second WTUN-Accelerated Student Entrepreneurship Programmes (ASEP) workshop.

Workshop 2, hosted by Beijing University of Chemical Technology, culminated in a final pitch to a panel of real-world investors and benefactors for the chance to secure business investment.

A total of 5 enterprises were selected for funding. All participants will have access to ongoing mentoring support and advice to develop their burgeoning business via the team of mentors at the Bradford-Renduchintala Enterprise Ecosystem at University of Bradford.

Watch this space for more information, including details of how to participate in next year’s WTUN-ASEP! In the meantime, here is just some of the great feedback taken from students after their experiences in both the UK and China:

Who’s who at the World Technology Universities Network?

The World Technology Universities Network comprises 20 technology universities from across the world, each committed to driving inclusive, sustainable innovation in teaching and research to address the challenges of the 21st century.

Through these “Member in the Spotlight” articles, we aim to shine a light on the inspiring work of our members and inspire opportunities for connection and to foster collaboration between our members for the benefit of the network, our members, and the global community.

Get to know King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi:

This week the spotlight is on King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi. Located in Bangkok, Thailand KMUTT delivers research and teaching to foster change for a strong and sustainable global society through innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship.

Discover the sustainable and innovative work of KMUTT in the latest “Member in the Spotlight” article: Getting to know King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

On behalf of Applied Research and Innovation Services (ARIS)

Centre for Innovation and Research in Advanced Manufacturing and Materials (CIRAMM)

CIRAMM’s Robotics and Automation Lab successfully completed construction and installation of additional equipment necessary to move toward a fully commissioned space to support the diverse range of activities and equipment in the lab. These additions position SAIT uniquely in Alberta to conduct cutting-edge AI-driven robotics research across a wide range of applications, with a focus on integrating robotics into the construction sector and for aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing.

Supporting the emerging activation of the Alternative Construction Technologies (ACT) Hub within the Applied Research and Innovation Services (ARIS) Hub, CIRAMM has launched a two-year industry collaboration with a Calgary-based enterprise to develop an AI-enhanced, portable onsite micro-factory. This project aims to automate modular prefabrication for builders, contributing to local, provincial, and national efforts to address the housing crisis.

Independent Researchers Team (IR)

The Independent Researchers team is proud to announce that project industry partner, ZeroSound Systems Inc., has been nominated for a 2025 ASTech Award. The ASTech (Alberta Science, Technology, and Leadership) Awards recognize and celebrate the brightest minds and the greatest achievements of outstanding individuals and organizations in the Alberta science and technology innovation community.

The Independent Researchers team in the Applied Research and Innovation Services (ARIS) Hub are collaborating with the University of Calgary for drone flight services related to methane research for industry.

Green Building Technology Access Centre (GBTAC)

The Green Building Technology Access Centre (GBTAC) at SAIT is collaborating with WTUN member, the Atlantic Technological University (ATU), in Ireland through the WTUN Exchange Program. The GBTAC team will be traveling to Ireland in September 2025 to meet the ATU team across multiple campuses and begin exploring research concepts and defining project opportunities. The institutions are well aligned in their dedication to sustainability in the built environment and advancing technology and education-based solutions to address today’s challenges. The teams will bring together engineering, architecture, environmental science, and digital technology expertise to map out needs and synergies to develop a world-view approach to solving what are quickly becoming global issues and alignment in the building and environmental industries.

The GBTAC team will also be attending the PropTech Connect Conference in London, England, during the same trip, furthering connections and opportunities for both institutions as they connect to industry across the UK, Ireland, and further.

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Dr Mohd Ariffin Abu Hassan: Exemplifying Internationalization

In a recent interview with CEO Insights Asia, Assoc. Prof. Dr Mohd Ariffin Abu Hassan, Director of UTM International and OB Member for UTM discusses the significance of internationalisation and creating global citizens.

“Mobility is no longer just physical, it’s the mobility of minds that creates real global connection”, Dr Ariffin shares in the article and notes that UTM’s participation in the WTUN is key part of their internationalisation strategies.

Read the interview here: CEO Insights Asia

University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

Take a look at the latest research news shared by colleagues as FHOÖ:

Top ranking for academic start-ups in the entire German-speaking region

Study authors from TU Munich, ETH Zurich, and the University of Innsbruck confirm the excellent output of the Startup Center at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

51 start-ups in the ten years between 2014 and 2024 mean an excellent eighth place – relative to the number of students at a university, it even narrowly missed the podium in fourth place. The comparison in the “Entrepreneurship Ranking” is made with other universities in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. The head of the Startup Center at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria, Dr. Gerold Weisz, is rightly proud of this achievement, which he says has “many fathers and mothers.” First and foremost, however, the top ranking is due to the fact that the topic of business start-ups is firmly anchored in the curriculum.

Read the full article here.

We are is world champions! FH Upper Austria robotics team wins title in Rescue Robot League

What Austria failed to achieve with the soccer ball, it has now achieved with robots, in the place where triumphs are usually celebrated with the soccer ball. In the Brazilian metropolis of Salvador, the “Dynamics” robotics team from our School of Engineering at Wels Campus won the world championship title. Over 60,000 spectators attended the RoboCup World Championship mid-July and enthusiastically followed the various robot competitions. In addition to rescue robotics, there were also various soccer robots, household robots, drones, and similar devices on display. The world’s leading experts in rescue services based on state-of-the-art technology are now officially located in Upper Austria.

Read the full article here.

With thanks to Kamilla Trubicki, Head of International Office and Operational Board Member for University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria for translating these stories into English for the benefit of the network.

University of Bradford

Molecular Titans Ltd, a University of Bradford spin-out, has patented nanotechnology that diagnoses inflections in minutes, which has the potential to transform rapid healthcare testing, preventing the need to wait days for test results.

Beyond detecting UTIs and eye infections, this could also be used in surgery, veterinary care, and food production, saving time and money whilst reducing patient anxiety.

The team behind the breakthrough are seeking venture capital investment to fund clinical development and accelerate commercial rollout. The technology is already being incorporated into smart contact lens test kits with L V Prasad Eye Institute in India.

Learn more about this breakthrough technology and how it may transform diagnoses here: Molecular Titans Ltd – News Post

Do you know someone in your university who would be interested in this newsletter? Forward the email to colleagues or share the link with your networks.

All members are invited to contribute to this newsletter through their Operational Board Member (found here). Please contact your Operational Board member with stories or events which will be of relevance to the shared vision and commitments of the WTUN and its members, inspiring opportunity for engagement on commonalities, sharing knowledge, or collaboration.

All calls for content can be shared with the WTUN Secretariat at wtun@bradford.ac.uk.

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

A Message from WTUN Chair, Professor Michael Affenzeller

12th August 2025

As Professor Shirley Congdon’s tenure as Chair of the WTUN came to an end at the end of July 2025 the WTUN is pleased to formally welcome Professor Michael Affenzeller, Provost, University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria to the role for a period of two years. On behalf of all at the WTUN and in addition to thanking Professor Congdon for her tireless efforts and championship of the network during her time as Chair, we also wish her well for her upcoming retirement later this year.

Professor Affenzeller has written to members of the WTUN General Board directly.

Professor Michael Affenzeller’s Message

Professor Michael Affenzeller

Dear WTUN Members,

As I begin my term I would like to express my appreciation to the General Board for their support in my election to the position of Chair of the World Technology Universities Network.

When I first became acquainted with the World Technology Universities Network, a little over three years ago through my role in university management, I quickly recognised the network’s outstanding unique selling points—qualities that make active involvement not only worthwhile but truly rewarding. Foremost among these is the pioneering spirit and enthusiasm of a relatively young organisation, paired with a remarkable level of organisational professionalism, a rare and powerful combination. This dynamic is clearly reflected in the network’s diverse range of activities, including hackathons, exchange programs, student competitions, and webinars, as well as the impressively high proportion of member universities that actively engage in these initiatives.

In my view, another key strength of WTUN lies in its focused membership. The emphasis on technology-oriented universities facilitates the identification of interdisciplinary topics and fosters collaborative efforts across institutions. None of these valuable features would exist without the exceptional individuals who have shaped WTUN into what it is today. I would therefore like to acknowledge a few of these personalities whose work I’ve had the privilege of witnessing over the past few years and to express my sincere appreciation:

Prof Peter Scharff has inspired us all with his energy and enthusiasm, and his astute selection of topics has significantly advanced the network. I am especially grateful to Prof Shirley Congdon, who succeeded Peter as WTUN Chair, for her strong and graceful leadership of WTUN. Over the past few months, as I’ve worked closely with Shirley in my role as Incoming Chair, I’ve had the opportunity to witness first-hand the strength and effectiveness of her commitment. I wish her all the very best in the next chapter of her life.

It has also been a genuine pleasure to collaborate with Dr. Ciarán Ó hAnnracháin during his time as Operational Board Chair. His clarity of thought, combined with a healthy dose of humour, makes working with him both productive and enjoyable. Also, the continuous contribution of Denise Whitehead must not go unmentioned. She is the good spirit of the network, always keeping an overview and supporting the network’s activities, the Boards, and the preparation and execution of the annual congress with a friendly smile.

Looking ahead, I am very much looking forward to working with Dr. Chawin Chantharasenawong, whom I warmly welcome to his new role as Chair of the Operational Board, along with his deputy, Dr. N. Manoharan.

As is typical in the environment of technology-oriented universities, we anticipate exciting and challenging years ahead. Rapid advancements in analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence are driving innovation across technical disciplines and beyond. These developments are accompanied by important moral and societal debates around the responsible, conscious, and privacy-aware use of technology—issues that are viewed through diverse cultural lenses.

Thanks to the mutual respect and idealism that define our network, I see tremendous potential for the WTUN to contribute meaningfully to these discussions. The global reach of our members brings with it a rich diversity of perspectives—both intellectual and societal.

Equally pressing are the global challenges in areas such as climate change, CO₂ compliance, and, more broadly, the pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Here, too, I believe the WTUN is uniquely positioned to make a positive impact. We have the opportunity to send a powerful message to the younger generation: that choosing a technical field of study is one of the most proactive and constructive ways to contribute to solving the great challenges of our time.

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to every member of the WTUN for your ongoing commitment, intellectual curiosity, and collaborative spirit. It is an honour to be part of this journey with you, and I look forward to the continued growth and impact we will achieve together. Thank you for all that you do.

Best regards,

Prof. Dr. Michael Affenzeller

Provost, University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria, Austria

World Technology Universities Network Chair 2025-2027

Member in the Spotlight: King Mongkut’s University of Technology, Thonburi

29th July 2025

Welcome to our ‘Member in the Spotlight’ series, where we showcase the research focuses and work of our members. We hope these profiles support you in getting to know our members and to identify themes in your work and focuses where you may be able to collaborate with colleagues at member institutions.

Introducing…King Mongkut’s University of Technology, Thonburi

Who are King Mongkut’s University of Technology, Thonburi?

King Mongkut’s University of Technology (KMUTT), based in Bangkok Thailand, has a history as a science and technology institution since 1960. The university delivers research and teaching which leads to change for a strong and sustainable global society through innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship.

As an institution, KMUTT champions 6 initiatives to support the development of their institution and society:

Developing human resources and accelerating partnerships for the future
Digital transformation
Effective governance and good citizenship
Inspiring future leaders
Healthy and sustainable university
Entrepreneurial university

To compliment this work, they act as an advocate for diversity and champion integrity and pioneering, collective impact.

King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi Campus

What are their research focuses?

KMUTT has a range of faculties (Faculty of Engineering; Faculty of Science; Faculty of Industrial Education and Technology) and schools (School of Information Technology; School of Architecture and Design; School of Bioresources and Technology; School of Liberal Arts) alongside other centres.

To underpin their research, KMUTT has 8 research themes:

Each of these research themes is linked tightly to KMUTT’s identity as a leading institution within Thailand and worldwide.

Their theme Sustainable Bioeconomy, for example, covers Biofuels, Food for the Future, Sustainable Agriculture and Conservation Ecology. These themes are significant to Thailand which is known as “Food Basket of Asia” with an abundance of natural resources.

In addition, the theme of Creative and Learning Society looks at Future Learning and Future Society to explore the way art and technology converge to ensure that creative industries can maximise digital technology for positive impact and economic outcomes.

SIT and the WTUN

General Board Member: Dr Kanyawim Kirtikara, Senior Vice President for Research and Innovation, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi

Operational Board Member: Dr Chawin Chantharasenawong, Vice President for Internationalisation, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi

KMUTT joined the WTUN, as a member, in 2018. As a member, they have been involved in several WTUN activities from hosting and sending applicants on exchanges on themes such as: Nanotechnology and Biomaterials; Innovation and Entrepreneurship; and Enzyme Technology.

If you want to learn more about KIIT, you can view their Member Profile or read some recent stories we have shared in our news roundups about their work:

Dr Patcharawat Charoen-amornkitt hosts Professor Dr Christina Toigo from University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria through the WTUN Exchange Programme, delivering an online lecture on the advancement of sustainable materials for lithium-ion batteries.
The success of KMUTT students in the 2025 Student Competition, placing third overall.
KMUTT begin to celebrate their 65th Anniversary with events and activities.
Dr Farshid Sefat visits KMUTT through the WTUN Exchange Programme, leading to a book chapter publication.

WTUN Exchange Programme Collaborations in action

11th July 2025

We are pleased to share not one, but two upcoming guest lectures delivered by recipients of WTUN funding under the 2023/24 WTUN Exchange Programme.

First, Associate Professor Iftekhar Ahmed, Programme Convenor of the Master of Disaster Risk and Resilience from the University of Newcastle during his forthcoming visit to Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.

Sendai 2030: DPPC Webinar Series
“Post-Disaster Shelter Recovery and Disaster Resilience Strategies: Challenges & Prospects for 2030 Post-Sendai Agenda.”
Monday 14th July 2025, 02:30 pm – 03:30 pm (Malaysia Time; GMT +8)
Google Meet Link: https://meet.google.com/hmu-kjjy-eix

This event is organized by the Disaster Preparedness and Prevention Center (DPPC), Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Kuala Lumpur in collaboration with The University of Newcastle, Australia

If you have any questions, please contact dppc@utm.my.

Next, Prof. Dr. Christina Toigo from University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria will be visiting King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi to connect with Assistant Professor Patcharawat Charoen-amornkitt’s team.

During her visit, she will deliver both morning and afternoon lectures on the topic:

“Next-Generation Lithium-ion Batteries: Fabrication, Sustainability, Advanced Engineering for Enhanced Performance and Longevity.”

Those who are interested, including students, are warmly invited to attend.
Date: 16 July 2025
Venue: Department of Mechanical Engineering, KMUTT
Zoom link: https://kmutt-ac-th.zoom.us/j/7514163066#success

Prof. Toigo is an expert in binder systems for lithium-ion batteries, with a particular focus on sustainable materials. Her recent work has expanded into other promising electrochemical devices.

Some may be familiar with the concept of “Battolyzer”—a hybrid device for both energy storage and hydrogen production. While Battolyzer is associated with a specific company and based on different chemistry, Prof. Toigo is conducting research in a similar class of technology. Her group refers to it as the Zink-Zwischenschritt-Elektrolyseur (ZZE), or Zinc Intermediate Step Electrolyzer.

Thank you to all involved for sharing these events with the WTUN. We hope your visits are a great success and look forward to learning more about the impact these collaborations will have.

WTUN Newsletter – July 2025

10th July 2025

Welcome to the latest edition of the WTUN newsletter featuring a roundup of news, updates and events happening across the network.

Below you will read about opportunities to contribute to our Annual Congress (WTUC2025), the success of our recent Student Competition and how to connect with us at EAIE Gothenburg 2025.

As always, if you would like to share news, updates, events or milestones via this newsletter, then please contact wtun@bradford.ac.uk.

Contribute to our WTUC2025 Programme

This year’s Congress theme, chosen by hosts, Thaksin University, is ‘The Glocalization’ – Functional Role of Higher Education from Local to Global.

Members and attendees are invited to reflect, share, and challenge on a range of issues related to this theme.

Together, the sessions correspond to the Congress sub-themes of:

Social Innovation for Area-based Development
Technology and Digital Transformation in Glocalized Education
University-Industry Partnerships for Sustainability
AI Technology and Higher Education

Thank you to all members who have submitted abstracts in response to the Call for Speakers. Once again, there has been a fantastic response from across our membership with eight member universities submitting at least one expression of interest.

The initial deadline of Thursday 3 July has now passed and responses to the sub-themes above has been well-balanced.

As with all WTUC programmes, we seek to reflect the widest representation of WTUN membership as possible as this enriches the programme and underlines the value of diverse, global perspectives on common issues.

With this in mind and in case of any late submissions, we are still accepting submissions to speak in any of the above sessions, with particular focus on:

Plenary: Social Innovation for Area-based Development

Plenary: AI Technology and Higher Education

Submissions should be emailed to the WTUN at wtun@bradford.ac.uk by Friday 18 July.

Register for the 2025 Congress:

Registration for WTUC closes on Thursday 07 August 2025.

The annual Congress is a testament to the impact and values of WTUN in promoting collaboration between technological universities worldwide, addressing significant world challenges, and educating the next generation of world leaders.

We invite and encourage your institutions to contribute to the Congress theme ‘The Glocalization’: Functional Role of Higher Education from Local to Global.

Higher education institutions play a dual role in both local and global contexts. This year’s theme will focus on the integration of global perspectives with local needs, ensuring that universities contribute to regional development while also engaging with international academic and research networks. Delegates are invited to reflect, share and challenge on a range of issues related to this year’s theme.

For more information and to register please go to https://www.wtu-n.net/2025-congress/

Announcing the winners of the Student Competition:

For 2025, undergraduate and postgraduate students from WTUN member institutions were invited to form a multidisciplinary team and address the 2025 theme “Sustainable Innovation for Planetary Health – Local Solutions for Global Problems”.

The assessment panel was thoroughly impressed by the team’s submissions and the final results were very close.

Congratulations to this year’s winning teams:

1st Place: ATU CropConnect, designed to bridge generational gaps in sustainable agriculture, with a focus on preserving traditional Irish farming knowledge and supporting rural resilience
Students: Chethaka Gamage and Dhanushi Rodrigo from Atlantic Technological University (Ireland)

2nd Place: UrbChain, an urban solution to transform waste into social value through creating micro-circularity systems in neighbourhoods to encourage residents to adopt sustainable practices
Students: Alisson da Silva Queiroz and Laryssa Lewy Palhares Silva from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte (Brazil)

3rd Place: Cococlean, a project about more than just clean fuel — it’s a circular solution from waste into healthier air, safer food, and stronger livelihoods, starting at the street
Students: Iffarn Akrameen, Sippanon Sornkunkaew, Siriprapha Uppapark, Kasidit Rangsivijitprapa from King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (Thailand)

The three winning entries can be viewed here – WTUN Student Competition 2025: The Winners!

Missed the WTUN for InWED webinar? Catch it now on replay:

Last week, we marked International Women in Engineering Day 2025 with talks from colleagues from across the network to highlight and celebrate women in engineering and share experiences and research relevant to #TogetherWeEngineer.

Missed the session? Watch the replay on our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=shared&v=xdTodm2KBXg

With thanks to each of our speakers:

Dr Sara Rye (Chair), Associate Professor in Project Management for Development, University of Bradford
Dr Richa Bhardwaj, Principle Investigator, Centre for Innovation and Research in Advanced Manufacturing Materials (CIRAMM), Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Ms. Mujahidah Ameenah D. Sharief, Registered Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Mindanao State University
Dr Teeranoot Chanthasopeephan, Associate Professor, Department of Mechnical Engineering, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi
Dr Arathyram Sasikala (Arathy), Assistant Professor in Formulation Science, Centre for Pharmaceutical Engineering Science and Institute of Cancer Therapeutics, University of Bradford

Will we see you at EAIE Gothenburg 2025?

The WTUN is exhibiting at EAIE 2025 in Gothenburg!

Denise will be representing the WTUN in the exhibition hall along with Dr Chawin Chantharasenawong, Vice President for Internationalisation for King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi.

We’re excited to invite all WTUN member colleagues to join us at EAIE 2025, where global minds in higher education come together to shape the future. This is a fantastic opportunity to strengthen our network, share innovative practices, and explore new avenues for collaboration.

If your institution will be attending EAIE 2025, please do get in touch with Denise at wtun@bradford.ac.uk to introduce the colleagues and organise a meeting in Gothenburg.

Who’s who at the World Technology Universities Network?

The World Technology Universities Network comprises 20 technology universities from across the world, each committed to driving inclusive, sustainable innovation in teaching and research to address the challenges of the 21st century.

Through these “Member in the Spotlight” articles, we aim to shine a light on the inspiring work of our members and inspire opportunities for connection and to foster collaboration between our members for the benefit of the network, our members, and the global community.

Get to know Shibaura Institute of Technology:

This week the spotlight is on Shibaura Institute of Technology (SIT). Shibaura Institute of Technology is located in Tokyo, Japan and provides practical skills and knowledge for the development of scientists and engineers who can contribute to sustainable global growth.

Discover the sustainable and innovative work of SIT in the latest “Member in the Spotlight” article: Getting to know Shibaura Institute of Technology