INTRODUCTION

Prince of Songkla University in collaboration with Chiang Mai University, the Department of Mineral Resources, the Department of Groundwater Resources, and the Department of Mineral Fuels is delighted to invite executive personnel, scientists, researchers, and students to attend GEOPHYSICS 2010 PHUKET THAILAND.

The conference will focus on the current state of knowledge and practice of geophysical applications in the exploration of natural resources, and in addressing environmental and engineering problems, natural hazards, and changes in the climatic conditions.

Presentations and discussions will emphasize on research, policies, and practices that are needed to enable us to manage our natural resources, and plan for natural hazards and climate change. Ongoing research in various fields of geophysics will be presented in the conference.

TECHNICAL PROGRAMME

The conference will welcome posters and orals and include presentations by invited speakers who provide state of the art overviews of main topics in focus. The presentations will be given in concurrent sessions. A field trip is planned for a half day as part of the conference.

INVITED SPEAKERS

Invited speakers from academic institutes, government and industrial sectors are invited in the topics of applications of geophysics in the global warming and climate change, petroleum and mineral exploration and development, seismology and natural hazards.

LANGUAGE

The official conference language will be English.

No translation facilities will be provided.

DATE AND VENUE

November 11-13, 2010 at Club Andaman Beach Resort, Phuket, Thailand.

CONFERENCE KEY TOPICS

- Global geophysics

- Environmental, engineering and hydrological geophysics

- Seismology

- Global warming and climate change

- Natural hazard

- Petroleum exploration

- other areas of applied geophysics

CONTRIBUTIONS

Prospective participants are invited to submit an abstract of max. 300 words (in Word format> download template here) by e-mail to geophysics.2010.phuket@gmail.com outlining the performed work, methodology and results. The abstracts should contain author’s name, affiliation, address for communication, fax number and e-mail address. All abstracts must be supplied in English. The deadline for submission of abstracts is July 1, 2010. The presenting authors will be notified by July 15, 2010.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

All conference attendees MUST register in order to attend any of the technical sessions (oral and poster). The conference fee includes admission to all sessions, icebreaker reception, a copy of the proceedings and abstracts, coffee breaks.

Prices are as following depending on time of payment:

 *Note that this price exclude transfer fee. Exchange rate may also vary with time of registering. 

Online registration is available. Alternatively, participants can use the downloadable registration form for registering.

Methods of payment :  By money transfer to the details below: 

Savings Account Name: geophysics2010phuket

Account Number: 565-433416-0

The Siam Commercial Bank Public Co. Ltd.

Prince of Songkla University branch

15 Kanjanawanich road, Hatyai, Songkhla, Thailand. 90112

Swift code: SICOTHBK

Please send a copy of your completed money transfer receipt with a written note of "Geophysics2010Phuket Registration" to the Fax number +66 (0) 74-55-8849. Alternatively, you can scan the receipt and send via email to the email address: geophysics.2010.phuket@gmail.com

Notification of registering will be sent to participants after we get receipt.

Cancellations policy:  No refunds will be made for cancellations, however substitutions may be accepted.

ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

Club Andaman Beach Resort

Club Andaman Beach Resort is located right on Patong Beach, one of most delightful beaches of Phuket Island. It is in 10 acres of secluded tropical gardens and coconut palms. Just 45 Kilometers drive from Phuket International Airport and across the road from Patong's famed white sands. A spectacular scene of glass blue sea crossed with white sand powder are prices apart from comfortable transportation and complete facilities, shopping, restaurants, recreation activities, and entertainment.

Check-in & Check-out time

Check-in 13:00 hrs. / Check-out 12:00 hrs.

Airport Transfer

1. Sharing Mini-bus THB 350 per person per way. Child below 12 FOC.

2. Private Mini-bus THB 1,200 per way per car. Maximum 8 persons.

Detailed information can be found on the hotel website: http://www.clubandaman.com

The room rate is special for GEOPHYSICS 2010, PHUKET.

Club Andaman Beach Resort and Andaman Beach Suite Hotel give special rates for Geophysics 2010, Phuket, Thailand. For booking, please contact directly to Ms. Urai Sengyong , Tel: 66-76340530 , Fax no. 66 76 340528 or by e-mail: mkt@clubandaman.com   

 To get the special rates, please quote “Geophysics2010, Phuket” and please book the room as soon as possible before 09 October 2010 is preferred. 

Airport transfer can be arranged at the following transfer rates:

 If transfer is required, please provide us with the arrival flight details by return either e-mail or fax.  In case of no-show or any cancellation within 3 hours prior to flight departure, a total transfer charge will automatically apply and be deducted against your credit card.  Any transfer amendment may not be made within 3 hours before flight arrival or we do not guarantee the transfer service on your arrival.

PHUKET TRAVEL INFORMATION

About Phuket

Phuket is known as the Pearl of the Andaman Sea. It's beautiful, balmy and home to some of Asia's finest beaches. Patong Beach is the main beach, with more resorts, restaurants, shopping, nightlife and sporting activities than any other. It's spectacular, bustling, lively and fun.

Link to Phuket map: http://www.phuket-maps.com 

Phuket Weather

Phuket has a tropical monsoon climate. It's warm all year 'round, but the two periods of April-May and September-October are the hottest. The September-October period is also the wettest.

The best time to visit Phuket is during the cool NE monsoon season, from November through March when it isn't so humid, and the cool breezes keep things comfortable. The average temperature is around 75F to 89F (24C to 32C).  

Visas

Visitors holding a valid passport or travel documents issued by a country included in Thailand's official list of eligible countries can enter the country for one month without a visa. If you're planning a longer stay, you must apply for a Tourist Visa valid for 60 days, from a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate. Visa extensions can be applied for at the Immigration Department in Bangkok or in Phuket.

Please note: Visa regulations are subject to change, so it's best to check with your local Thai Embassy or Consulate for details from your country.  

By Air

Several airlines now fly direct to Phuket's International Airport from international locations, making a stopover in Bangkok unnecessary, especially during the high season (November - April.) It is still the trend for many tourists to come through Bangkok however, catching domestic flights via Thai Airways, which run regularly through the day, 7 days a week.

Flight schedules can be found on the Thai Airways web page or Tel: +66 (0)2 232 8000 (Bangkok office) or +66 (0)76 327 144 (Phuket office).

A complete list of airlines servicing Phuket and links to flight schedules are provided here http://www.phuket.com/island/airlines.htm

Phuket Airport

Even though it ranks second in the country in terms of passenger and freight volume it is quite a modest airport and within minutes of landing you will be in the terminal. Only a few hundred meters to the west, the Andaman Sea laps up on Mai Khao Beach ('White Wood') and Nai Yang Beach. (Click here to read about Phuket International Airport facilities as well as Airports Transfers options: http://www.phuket.com/info/phuket-airport.htm) 

By Train

There is no direct train link to Phuket. Trains go to from Hualomphong Station in Bangkok to Surathani. From there you catch a bus to Phuket.

Most tour companies can issue tickets which include the bus transfer from Surat. The train journey takes about 12 hours from Bangkok with another 4 hours from Surat to Phuket by road.

Trains have different classes which range in price, according to whether the seats are in a compartment and/or whether it's air-conditioned or fan.

For train schedules contact the State Railway of Thailand Tel: +66 (0)2 220 4334. Advance tickets are available at all main stations or the Bangkok Advance Booking Office, Tel. +66(0)2 225-0300 ext 5200-3.

 Overland by Road

You can travel to Phuket from Bangkok by bus - a trip that takes about 14 hours. Daily services leave from the Southern Bus Terminal in Thonburi, with many private services available from almost any travel agent or hotel tour desk in the city.

For information on bus timetables contact the Southern Bus Terminal on Boromratchchonnani Rd, Bangkok, Tel: +66 (0)2 435-1200, 434-7192. Most services will bring you directly to the Phuket Bus Terminal in Phuket Town, from where you can take a taxi, tuk tuk or local bus to most beaches on the island.

If you prefer to drive yourself, there are many car hire firms in Bangkok, including international rental companies such as Hertz, Budget and Avis, which offer full insurance and advice on your routing. The road system is good and well sign-posted, but great care needs to be taken when driving in Thailand. Rules are often ignored!

Please note: An International Driving License is required for full insurance cover.

(source: http://www.phuket.com/info/travel_there.htm)

TSEG STUDENT SCHLOLARSHIPS (Thai Citizens Only)

Thailand Society of Exploration Geophysicists

(TSEG) is providing financial support for SEG Student Chapters at Thai Universities, so that the students can join and participate in the “Geophysics 2010” Conference in Phuket. TSEG will fund each student chapter with up to 10,000 Baht to support travel and other expenses for the students. The academic advisor of the student chapter has to submit a short letter (1-2 pages) to the TSEG president any time before the conference explaining the rationale of the planned expenditure. TSEG will decide on each application and funding request. For further information and for submitting applications please contact Dr. Weerachai Siripunvaraporn at following email: Thailand SEG thailandseg@gmail.com and wsiripun@yahoo.com.

PROGRAM AND SPEAKERS

PAPERS AND PRESENTATION

INFORMATION FOR ORAL PRESENTERS

• Please note that the time allocated to each oral presentation is 15 minutes including additional discussion.

• Powerpoint or Acrobat PDF slides for presentation on a LCD video projector are recommended.

• Oral presentation rooms will be equipped with the following items:

  • A computer running WINDOWS XP Professional operating system, with MS Office, Acrobat Reader 8.0. To avoid the technical problems, please save your files in MS Office version 2003.

  • An LCD video projector

All presenters can upload their presentation files into the computer in their assigned presentation room on the morning of their presentation from 08:15 hrs onwards, or during the tea breaks. An assistant will be in the room to help you. 

PUBLICATION:

We are planning a publication of the complete papers after the conference. Depending on the quantity and the quality of the papers, we will publish them either in the special issue of Songklanakarin Journal of Science and Technology or as a conference proceeding.  The deadline for the submission of the complete articles will be announced during the conference.

INFORMATION FOR POSTER PRESENTERS

Poster Size

The recommended size for each poster is 1.0 m high by 0.7 m wide. (100 cm by 70 cm)

Please ensure that your poster does not exceed this size.

Please ensure that you stand by your poster(s) during your session for discussion and questions. You will be notified of your allocated session shortly along with set up and tear down times.

 GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR POSTER PRODUCTION

A poster should be self-contained and self-explanatory, allowing different viewers to proceed on their own while the author is free to supplement or discuss particular points raised in inquiry. Presentations should be kept simple and clear and a mixture of text and graphics is recommended.

Illustrations

Figures should be designed to be viewed from a distance and should use clear, visible graphics and large type. Each figure or table should have a heading of one or two lines. Additional essential information should be provided below in a legend. Photographs should have good contrast, sharp focus and, if necessary, an indication of scale.

Text

Minimise narrative. Use large type in short, separated paragraphs. Numbered or bulleted lists are effective ways to convey a series of points. Do not set entire paragraphs in uppercase or boldface type.

Titles and Fonts

Titles and captions should be short and easy to read. Use large lettering as this means a

number of people can read the poster from a distance without overcrowding.

Exhibition and Sponsor Information

By participating in the exhibition, this event offers you the opportunity to present your products and services to a focused audience and to enhance your brand identity.

We also have sponsor opportunities and Exhibition information

available, should you be interested, please contact us at geophysics.2010.phuket@gmail.com

Geophysics 2010, Phuket is supported and/or sponsored by

IMPORTANCE DATES

INFORMATION AND CORRESPONDENCE

Further information will be made available on the website:

http://www.sc.psu.ac.th/Department/physics/Geophysics2010.html

Correspondence should be sent to:

Geophysics Phuket Thailand 2010 Conference Secretary                         

Department of Physics                                                                             

Faculty of Science                                                                                     

Prince of Songkla University                                                                         

Hatyai 90112                                                                                         

Thailand

Telephone: +66-74-288763, +66-74-288720, +66-74-288765

Fax: +66-74-558849

Email: geophysics.2010.phuket@gmail.com

COMMITTEE

CONFERENCE CHAIRMAN

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tripob Bhongsuwan

ADVISORY COMMITTEE

President, Prince of Songkla University

Vice-president for Planning and Development, Prince of Songkla University

Vice-president for Phuket Campus, Prince of Songkla University

Dean, Faculty of Science, Prince of Songkla University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Surapon Arrykul

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tanit Chalermyanont

Asst. Prof Dr. Warawutti Lohawijarn

Assoc. Prof. Boonlua Pongdara

Assoc. Prof. Thongchai Pungrassami

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Danupon Tonnayopas

Dr. Pisanu Wongpornchai

Dr. Suwit Pethouylug

SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Surapon Arrykul

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tripob Bhongsuwan

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tanit Chalermyanont

Dr. Helmut Duerrast

Prof. Sten-Ake Elming

Asst. Prof Dr. Warawutti Lohawijarn

Dr. Paiboon Nuannin

Assoc. Prof. Thongchai Pungrassami

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Danupon Tonnayopas

Dr. Kamhaeng Wattanasen

Dr. Sawasdee Yordkayhun

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tripob Bhongsuwan

Dr. Helmut Duerrast

Dr. Paiboon Nuannin

Dr. Kamhaeng Wattanasen

Dr. Sawasdee Yordkayhun

Dr. Suksawat Sirijarukul

Dr. Chittanon Buranachai

Dr. Chutintorn Punwong

Mr. Komrit Wattanavatee

Mr. Naragorn Kaewkao

Mrs. Wanida Sumathakulawat

Mr. Somyot Vitchuvalan

Mrs. Pramika kongpan

Mrs. Rachanee Sunyiva

Mrs. Urai Bootsabong

Mrs. Bunnapa Wattanavatee

Mr. Amnuay Kaewpiboon

Mrs. Muttana Ritthidach