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2013 Annual Report
Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of SPIE
Advisor
Yan Zhao, Ph.D.
To all members who have contributed to our student chapter
Contents
Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION ................................................................. 1
1.1 Chapter Logo ........................................................................................... 2
1.2 Contact .................................................................................................... 2
Chapter 2: MEMBERS .......................................................................... 3
Chapter 3: ACTIVITIES ......................................................................... 4
3.1 SPIE WORKSHOP 2013: NANOTECHNOLOGY ........................................... 4
3.1.1: Preparation ............................................................................................................... 5
3.1.2: Timetable and Procedure ......................................................................................... 9
3.1.3: Results and Feedbacks............................................................................................ 21
3.2 Visiting PTT-HR ...................................................................................... 22
3.3 OSA Educational Outreach Collaboration .............................................. 24
3.4 SPIE Student Chapter Leadership Meeting ............................................ 27
Chapter 4: FINANCE .......................................................................... 29
Chapter 5: FUTURE PLANS ................................................................ 31
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Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION
At the frontier of both scientific and engineering research, optics and
photonics stand as exceptional promises in the introduction of new breakthroughs.
Beneficial technologies, ranging from common fluorescent light bulbs to state-of-the-
art electronic devices, are results from the study of optics and photonics. Such
applications would never exist without the insight into the behavior of light.
Since 31 January 2008, Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of SPIE
was founded, along with Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of OSA, by a
group of students in the Nano Engineering program, International School of
Engineering (ISE), Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University. The mutual
ultimate goal of both chapters is to promote the study of optics and photonics among
fellow students, as well as local communities.
In 2013, Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of SPIE has committed
itself to educating fellow students and local communities about the basic knowledge
and application of light, as well as the knowledge of nanotechnology. We have
raised a group of avid learners who are aware of the significance of this science,
appreciate how the phenomena of light are exploited, and are able to utilize the
technology suitably. Moreover, we initiate and support those with interests in
furthering their study as well.
2013 Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of SPIE committee
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1.1 Chapter Logo
1.2 Contact
Mailing address Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of SPIE
International School of Engineering (ISE) Optics Room, 2nd floor, ENG02, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, 10330, THAILAND
Contact Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+662)-218-6422
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Chapter 2: MEMBERS
No. Position Name SPIE ID Email
1 President Chirakit Kwangsukstith 3521831 [email protected]
2 Vice President Kasinan Suthiwanich 3521675 [email protected]
3 Secretary Supanat Tresukosol 3543702 [email protected]
4 Outreach
Coordinator Thatchanont Jirasupangkul 3521652 [email protected]
5 Outreach
Coordinator Teerapat Anananuchatkul 3541814 [email protected]
6 Public Relations Rapeeporn Tanpratoomvong 3544689 [email protected]
7 Public Relations Nithid Buranawit 3543661 [email protected]
8 Treasurer Natcharee Kijviriya 3542079 [email protected]
9 Treasurer Jidapa Limpiwattakee 3541821 [email protected]
10 Member Nattasit Ananwatanyoo 3534133 [email protected]
11 Member Passarut Boonmongkolras 3534136 [email protected]
12 Member Methawee Choosri 3535070 [email protected]
13 Member Thanyaporn Eiamthong 3534131 [email protected]
14 Member Thanatham Julaphatachote 3534140 [email protected]
15 Member Nareerat Mootatarn 3470619 [email protected]
16 Member Lapatrada Ongratanaphol 3535045 [email protected]
17 Member Jirapat Pakjamsai 3534132 [email protected]
18 Member Kittanai Patoomvasana 3547462 [email protected]
19 Member Ashwin Pednekar 3535053 [email protected]
20 Member Anantaya Poosuntipong 3534138 [email protected]
21 Member Chayut Subtaweesin 3534134 [email protected]
22 Member Napathr Tantichareonkiat 3534135 [email protected]
23 Member Porraphon Tantitarntong 3534129 [email protected]
24 Member Naphat Witchaboonsiri 3468034 [email protected]
25 Member Sirigorn Chavengvorakul 3535560 [email protected]
26 Member Pakapol Wangmongkollert 3535791 [email protected]
27 Member Paris Jarupan 3534137 [email protected]
28 Member Cheewapon Chookiat 3534130 [email protected]
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Chapter 3: ACTIVITIES
3.1 SPIE WORKSHOP 2013: NANOTECHNOLOGY
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3.1.1: Preparation
Rational:
Due to the declining number of applicants in nanoengineering program and the lack of motivation among students, as opposed to the expanding trend of the field of nanotechnology, Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of SPIE found it deeply compelling to contribute a spark of inspiration to the community. We have found that
1. Nanotechnology industry in Thailand is still immature, not as marketable as other conventional fields of engineering
2. People in general have limited knowledge and awareness about nanotechnology.
3. Not many accomplishments from researchers and alumni have been widely publicized yet.
We see that our chapter has the capabilities and resources, and can contribute in the issue number two and three, leading to our project objectives.
Objective:
To educate high school students about nanotechnology
To inspire the young generation about nanotechnology and its revolutionizing innovations
To raise awareness of the importance and impact of nanotechnology both practically and economically
To establish a strong network of avid learner of nanotechnology
Indicator of Success:
Number of attendees in the workshop
Evaluation response
Number of applicants in nanoengineering program
Planning:
Event Organizing:
Set the timing of the event to be 20th July, 2013
Cooperate with ISE Office for room booking and facilities
Issue schedule handouts
Manage and prepare rooms and other facilities
Order foods and drink
Inform Chulalongkorn staffs about the event for their cooperation
Set additional workshops on both July 13th and 27th due to unexpected large numbers of registration
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PR:
List all target schools for promoting the workshop
Set school visit tour for spreading the news and actions
Create Facebook fanpage to announce and update the activities
Publicize the information via poster, social network, and email
Manage the registration time and period
Contact the participant directly for confirmation
Cooperate with the OSA Student Chapter for more personnel
Facebook fanpage
Content and Experiment:
Browse for experiment related to the goals of workshop
Contact the professor, who owning the research and take advices
Preparing the procedure and equipment
Test the experiment and run through all the methods
Preparing some substance, in case of failure on the real date
Arrange the rooms and get all the stuffs ready
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Experiment activity set-up
Funding
Discuss with all the sections and make the money plan
Letter to SPIE Headquarter for sponsoring the project
Manage all the income and outcome
Spare some of the money for emergency cases
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List of targeting schools during our PR campaign
Amnuay Silpa School Assumption College Assumption College Samutprakarn Assumption College Thonburi Bangkok Christian College Bodindecha (Sing Singhaseni) Bromsgrove International School Chitralda School Chulalongkorn University Demonstration School
Demonstration School of Suansunandha Ekamai International School Harrow International School Horwang School International Community School International Pioneers School Kajonkietsuksa School Kasetsart University Laboratory School KIS International School Mahidol Wittayanusorn School Marie Vithaya School Mater Dei School Matthayom Watnairong Modern International School Bangkok Nakornpayap International School Nawamintharachinuthit Triamudomsuksanomklao School
New International School of Thailand Niva International School Patumwan Demonstration School Praharuthai Convent School
Ramkhamhaeng Advent International School Ruamrudee International School Sacred Heart Convent Saint Dominic School Saint Gabriel's College Saint John Mary International School Saint Joseph Convent Samsen Wittayalai School Santa Cruz Convent School Saraburiwitthayakhom School Sarasas Ektra School Sarasas Witaed Bangbon Sarasas Witaed Romklao Satit Piboonbumpen (IEP) Satit Prasarnmit International Program Satit Patumwun Demonstration School Shrewsbury International School St.Andrews International School Suankularb Wittayalai School Suankularb Wittayalai Nonthaburi Thai Sikh International School Thai‐German Pre‐Engineering School, KMUTNB The Demonstration School of Ramkhamhang University
The Regent's School Thewphaingarm School Triam Udom Suksa School Triam Udom Suksa Pattanakarn School Trinity International School Vajiravudh College Yothinburana School
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3.1.2: Timetable and Procedure
Morning Registration, Taking Pictures (8:00-9:00)
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Ice Breaking (8:30 – 9:00)
Teerapat (left) and Thatchanont (right) during ice breaking session
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NanoTalk Part1: Nanofabrication (9:00 – 11:30) The talk underlined the distinctions of fabrication techniques among macro-materials (the scale to which most participants can relate), micro-materials (the breakthrough leading to the world we are living in), and nano-materials. Our team tried to make the subject as easy to understand as possible by using common terms, clear comparisons (using movie scenes to explain processes) and joking about things widely talked in social network. In whole, we managed to keep all the main concepts in line so that participants could comprehend the differences of nanoworld. Moreover, we talked about the future impact in short, medium and long terms. With reliable supporting theories (e.g. Moore’s Law), we gave them inspiring ideas about the intrinsic potential and importance of nanotechnology.
Chirakit trying to give students the intuition of how small nanosize particles are
Afterwards, we had a break. Drinks and snacks were organized, and distributed systematically. Participants were encouraged to write down their questions from the Nano-talk Part 1 on small pieces of paper we prepared for them, which were answered in Q&A session.
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NanoTalk Part2: Behavior Changes of Nanomaterials (11:40 – 12:20) The talk focused on the changes in behaviors of materials of various sizes. We introduced a sense of how small one nanometer is, with examples and interesting facts. As we tried to relate to things taught in high school, we talked a lot on the forces, and the types that become important in nanoworld. Changes in optical properties according to size and shape were mentioned a lot, for they would have the background to further on in the afternoon experiment session.
Supanat lecturing about surface resonance, and how it changes when apply the concept in nanoscience
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Lunch (12:20 – 13:00)
Rapeeporn help distributing out food and drinks during lunch break.
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Experiment Section (13.00 – 15.00)
Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of SPIE received permission from Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sanong Ekgasit, Ph.D. from the Faculty of Science in adapting his research project about silver nanoparticle in this experiment section.
Students were divided into a group of 20 members. So there would be 3 groups in total assigned to different starting bases, and rotating every 30 minutes.
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Station 1 Shape Transformation of Silver Nanoparticles
1.1) 1ml of 400ppm AgNS in starch system solution was filled in a flask 1.2) 1% H2O2 was gradually dropped by 1ml syringe in assigned number of drops,
each drop 0.05ml 1.3) The solution must be stirred vigorously after each drop 1.4) The solution was kept still for 30min to let the system settle 1.5) Then all flasks were gathered and compared
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Station 2 Application of AgNPr: Hand Sanitizer and Spray
2.1) 110ml of distilled water and 40ml of 95% alcohol were mixed homogeneously in a 250ml beaker
2.2) 0.45g carbopol-940 was gradually sprayed while stirring until dissolved 2.3) 0.45g of Triethanolamine was filled in the beaker drop by drop while stirring.
The solution would gradually get thickened 2.4) Then 5ml of AgNPr is dissolved with the gel by stirring the mixture
homogeneously
(right picture) Jirapat explaining experiment procedures, (left picture) Ashwin helping the students during the experiment section
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Station 3 SEM Usage
In this station, participants had got to learn about Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). Much contributions were from Dr. Werayuth Srituravanich, from MEMS Nanotechnology Lab, who had allowed SPIE Student Chapter Chulalongkorn University to use his standard tungsten-filament SEM for this project; and from Ms. Orawan Kannika, Dr. Werayuth’s graduate student, who helped supervise and educate participants about the usage of SEM.
Participants, in a group of 20, first learnt basic science behind SEM, and then learnt how to operate SEM by computer from Miss Orawan. They learnt how to control direction, magnification, resolution and contrast from hands-on experience. The samples were already prepared and placed inside SEM. They are silver nanoparticles with different morphologies: spheres, plates, and dendrites. These samples were provided by Prof. Sanong Ekgasit’s Lab.
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Ms. Orawan Kannika, Dr. Werayuth’s graduate student, who helped supervise and educate participants about the usage of SEM
We received mostly positive appraisal from participants for it was a rare opportunity for them, even for undergraduate student, to learn about actual standard equipment used in real life such as SEM. They enjoy having little contests of finding the best picture of each specimen. However due to time limitation, not all participants had the opportunity to operate the equipment.
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Experiment Explanation (15:00 – 15:40)
Silver nanosphere (AgNS) can be enlarged by H2O2 via the mechanism of cyclic oxidation-reduction. Most, but not all, of AgNS is oxidized into Ag+ by H2O2 as described by the following equation:
2Ag0 (s) + H2O2(aq) → 2Ag+
(aq) + 2OH-(aq) E0 = 0.068V
H2O2 also reduce Ag+ back into its solid form. However, the rest AgNS particles that
are not oxidized serves as seeds for reduction and Ostwald ripening process
Therefore AgNSs gradually enlarge and transform its shape into AgNPr as described by the following equation:
2Ag+(aq) + 2OH-
(aq) + H2O2(aq) → 2Ag0(s) + 2H2O(aq) + O2(g) E0 = 0.947V
Both reactions can occur spontaneously as indicated by the positive electric
potentials. As the shape transformation proceeded, the color of the solution changes
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as well due to the red-shift of plasmonic mode. As the particle become larger and
more planar, the dominant In-Plane Dipole Plasmonic Resonance (IPDPR) intensity
increases along with the reduction of Dipole Plasmonic Resonance (DPR) intensity.
Therefore we can observe the change in color from yellow to red, pink, violet and
ultimately blue depending on the molar ratio between H2O2 and silver nanoparticles.
Reference (experiment section)
Ekgasit, S.; Panklang, T.; Lertvachirapaiboon, C.; Pienpinijtham, P.; Wongravee, K.; Thammacharoen, C.(2013) H2O2-triggered shape transformation of silver nanospheres to nanoprisms with controllable longitudinal LSPR wavelengths. RSC Adv., 2013,3, 12886-1289
Kasinan, the content organizer of experiment section, explained to students about the experiments they conducted
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Q&A (15:40 – 16:30)
Speakers, staffs and two guest alumni answered questions from attendees, creating creative interaction among participants. Questions ranged from technical knowledge of nanotechnology and science, or more details about some activities, to university life, the economical view of industry and future career path.
Ms. Nirada Pintuperakovit (left), and Mr. Pollawat Prisawong (right), former members of our chapter came back as invited speakers to share their working experience in the field
Samutr, Thatchanont, and Chaiyathat during Q&A session
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Event Evaluation and Assigning Certificate of Attendance (16:30 – 16:40)
Chirakit handing out certificates, and taking pictures, which are later posted on the event facebook page, with the attendants
Ending Ceremony (16:40 – 16:50)
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3.1.3: Results and Feedback
The results from the evaluation exceeded our expectations. We achieved all our objectives. Hopefully the event would serve as a great foundation for further educational outreach projects.
11, 13%
29, 35% 39, 46%
5, 6%
Participant Background
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Vocational School
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36
42
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0 10 20 30 40 50
Overall Activity
Understanding
Inspiration
Very Low
Low
Medium
Good
Very Good
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3.2 Visiting PTT-HR
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PTT is a Thai state-owned SET-listed oil and gas company. PTT is one of the largest corporations in the country and also the only company from Thailand that listed in the Fortune Global 500 companies, which ranks 128 among top 500 companies in the world, an improvement of 27 ranks since 2010 according to Fortune magazine in 2011.
The main driving force of PTT from its origin comes from the Engineering Faculty of Chulalongkorn Univ. During their PR touring of the scholarship available for students at Chulalongkorn Univ, they took notice on our work, interested, as they did not have much idea about nanoengineering and our program. At first, they requested to attend the workshop; however the contents were prepared mainly for high school students who are interested in science. Eventually we came to an agreement that we had a presentation for PTT HR department at PTT headquarter.
The presentation was about two hours, including the Q&A session.
Kasinan, Thatchanon, and Chirakit (from left to right respectively) explained the concept of nanotechnology, and its role in energy sector to PTT HR
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3.3 OSA Educational Outreach Collaboration
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As one of the chapter commitments, an outreach program has been organized yearly since establishment. The outreach program aims to raise awareness of optics and science learning through participation by working directly with local grade school students in various types of event such as classroom demonstrations and science fairs. The key expectation of the program is to support and inspire the next generation to become optics and photonics leaders, as well as to provide additional resources to underserved communities.
The 6th outreach program organized by Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of OSA was held on August, 5th 2013 under the title “OSA Youth Education 2013”. The objective of the program is to give the optics knowledge to the students and to encourage them to have an interest in light, not only now but in the future as well.
The program was held at “Banklongpramopisai School” in Nakornpathom which is a remote-area primary school. The school was of the interest to the chapter by the help from one of the member’s friend who had organized such an activity before, saying that the students were enthusiastic and willing to learn everything. Therefore, the program was initiated.
Grade school students learning optics through hand made 3D glasses.
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There were a total of 70 participants in this event including 48 primary students, 18 Nano Engineering students, and 4 teachers. The first activity was to teach all of the students how to make 3-D glasses. Later, they were shown 3-D movies and explained how they function. It was a big fun even the teachers joined in!
Next, the students were divided into groups to do activities regarding the basic properties of light including reflection, refraction, light mixing, lens and magnification. During the activities, many problems were uncounted. Since the activities were related to light, the natural light from the surrounding was too bright for the students to have clear images of the activities, as in the case of light mixing activity. However, due to an unavailable enclosed room, an enclosed box was built to block the surrounding light.
At the end of the activities, the chapter gave thanks to the teacher for giving this invaluable opportunity and also a big hand to all the students who make this event a huge success. The chapter plans to do more of this activity in the future in order to spread more opportunity to children and to give more knowledge about optics to the communities.
Two of our chapter comittee members, Rapeeporn (left), and Thatchanon (right) are the main MCs of the event, along with the president of OSA chapter Poraphon (center)
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3.4 SPIE Student Chapter Leadership Meeting at OPTICS + PHOTONICS 2013
Details of the activity:
Date: 22nd -29th September, 2013
Location: San Diego, CA, USA
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Description of activity:
Chirakit Kwangsukstith, Kasinan Suthiwanich, and Thatchanont Jirasupangkul were
the representatives from our student chapter to present our accomplishment with
other student chapters. They were invited to participate in a set of student
workshops as well, one of which was SPIE Chapter Leadership Workshop. They
had an opportunity to learn about being pro-active leader in putting forth knowledge
into action for the benefit of the community. They also had chances to exchange
ideas and make connection with many international students from around the world.
“… and because of that, we got to meet many new people, sharing each of our
ideas. One of the most discussed topics was about organizing student chapter. And
we came back with lots of ideas to improve our chapter, and hopefully, you will hear
from us again in the near future!” said Chirakit, the current president of our chapter.
Although our chapter was one of a few undergraduate chapters, we receive many
good supporting responses from other chapters, which are mostly graduate
chapters. “We were intimidated,” reflected Kasinan, Vice President, “because most
chapters presented about their works, researches and papers. However we were
surprised to receive many interests from them. Many said that they wanted to do an
educational outreach, since it is good for the society.”
SPIE Chulalongkorn representatives at their poster section with other chapter representatives
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CHAPTER 4: FINANCE
Details Income (Baht) Expense (Baht) Balance (Baht)
Beginning balance 14,987.95 0.00
Interests 241.98 0.00
Total 15,229.93 0.00 15,229.93
SPIE Activity Grant
Support from ISE 46,503.40 0.00
Support from SPIE 26,475.00 0.00
Total 72,978.40 0.00 88,208.33
Promotion for SPIE Workshop: Nanotechnology 2013
Transportation 0.00 4,500.00
Poster 0.00 2,400.00
Other 0.00 270.00
Total 0.00 7,170.00 81,038.33
SPIE Workshop: Nanotechnology 2013
Decorations 0.00 3,500.00
Posters 0.00 4,150.00
Experiment section kit 0.00 8,400.00
Shirts for staff (30x250฿) 0.00 7,500.00
Name tags (100x20฿) 0.00 2,000.00
Registration forms 0.00 1,000.00
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Details Income (Baht) Expense (Baht) Balance (Baht)
Notebook and pencil for participants (180x25฿)
0.00 4,500.00
Bottles of water (600x6฿) 0.00 3,600.00
Dessert (Morning: sandwich and juice, Afternoon: cake) (180x70฿)
0.00 12,600.00
Certificate of Attendance 0.00 2,500.00
Lunch Boxes (300x50฿) 0.00 15,000.00
Other 0.00 1,754.00
Total 0 66,504.00 14,534.33
Subtotal 88,208.33 73,674.00 14,534.33
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CHAPTER 5: FUTURE PLANS
After submitting this report (the first of February), Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of SPIE will hold a final meeting of this year, to recruit members, elect officers, and discuss about the things we did in 2013.
Early talks suggest that the majority of current chapter members support the idea of making SPIE workshop (originated in 2013) an annual event. So it is very likely for SPIE workshop to continue to be a main event for next year.
However, with major changes in organization structure of the chapter, we hope to be able to attract more members, to create varieties of new events, and optimize the existing ones.
Another objective, which we still have to work on the details, is to make Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of SPIE an information center about optics, and photonics. The idea is to try organizing an informal lecture with a professor from the department, periodically.
Acknowledgement
First and foremost, Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of SPIE would like to
acknowledge our advisor Dr. Yan Zhao, Ph.D. for his insight, support and permission to
renovate the optics room. One of our major events, SPIE workshop 2013: Nanotechnolgy,
definitely would not have occurred without the help from Assoc.Prof.Dr. Sanong Ekgasit,
Ph.D., Dr. Prompong Pienpinijtham, Ph.D., Mr. Theparak Panklang, and Mr. Harnchana
Gatemala. Your guidance, support and permission to adapt your research project are more
than invaluable to us. Coming this far, we are grateful for Assoc.Prof.Dr. Paitoon
Rashatasakhon, Ph.D. introducing us to Dr. Sanong. Department of Chemistry, Faculty
of Science also supported our educational project magnanimously with scientific apparatus
and utilities free of charge. We would like to express our gratitude to Dr. Werayut
Srituravanich, Ph.D. and Ms. Orawan Kannika for their assistance and operations on
SEM.
Thank you, International School of Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, for always
being a warm home to us. Thank you P’Put Mr. Pollawat Prisawong, P’Nui Ms. Nirada
Pintuperakovit, Class of Nano 95 and 96 for all of your collaboration, and special thanks to
Chulalongkorn University Student Chapter of OSA for being there for us …