w CGC, Laos Announcement The Fifth International Conference on Integration of Science and Technology for Sustainable Development 2016 (5th ICIST 2016) “Water conservation, Biological Diversity, Food and Agriculture” November 26-27, 2016 ICIST 2016 will be held at Cherry Queen Hotel, Southern Shan State, Myanmar INVITATION On behalf of the Organizing Committee, I cordially invite you to participate in the fifth International Conference on Integration of Science and Technology for Sustainable Development 2016 (5th ICIST 2016) which will be scheduled in November, 26-27, 2016. The theme of the Conference is “Water conservation, Biological Diversity, Food and Agriculture”. The venue of the Conference is Royal Cherry Queen Hotel, Southern Shan State, Myanmar. Conference committee will provide perfect conference facilities and every effort we can make. The Organizing Committee will ensure you a scientifically informative conference and an unforgettable stay in Myanmar. Please note that this INVITATION is only to facilitate you to apply your entry visa and attend the conference, but not imply any financial assistance. I look forward to seeing you in Myanmar. Yours sincerely, Kasem Soytong President Association of Agricultural Technology in Southeast Asia (AATSEA) The Fifth International Conference on Integration of Science and Technology for Sustainable Development 2016 (ICIST2016) “Water conservation, Biological Diversity, Food and Agriculture” November 26-27, 2016 ICIST 2016 will be held in Cherry Queen Hotel, Southern Shan State, Myanmar Organized by Association of Agricultural Technology in Southeast Asia (AATSEA), Emperer of Asia, Heho, kalaw Township, Taunggyi, Shan State, Myanmar, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Bangkok 10520, Thailand, Rajamangala University of Techmnology tawan-ok, Chantaburi Campus, Thailand, Rambhai Barni Rajabhat University, Thailand, ATQ, Tuem, Hanoi, Vietnam, CGC organic coffee, Pakse, Champasack, Laos Biology Journal, Russia, South Asia Friendship Association (SAFA), MonReve Corporation (MR), japan CALL FOR PAPERS INTRODUCTION The integration of various topics in biological science and technology in agriculture is needed for sustainable development of human being. As being a resource of knowledge, AATSEA realizes its responsibility to serve the community by providing education, research and development in biological science and technology, particularly in the multi-disciplinary aspects. Accordingly, this conference will be held in order to initiate an international network among academic members, researchers, scientists and interesting peoples in science and technology. It will be aimed to a venue for knowledge exchange and discussion among those seeking for new vision and insight in all topics related. For the technical point of view, the conference will explore various topics as following sessions: Agri-bussiness and Agricultural Development, Agricultural Mechanics and Engineering, Biological Diversity and Microbiology, Animal Science, Environmental Science, Fisheries Science, Food Science and Technology, Plant science (Horticulture, Agronomy, Postharvest Technology), Plant Pest Management (Plant Pathology, Entomology and Weed Science), Soil and Environment, Water Reservation. CALL FOR PAPERS The organizing committee cordially invite you to submit the abstract of 1 page. The submission form and abstract (500 words) of A4 form are available for downloading at www.aatsea.com. Academics, researchers, scientists and all those involved, in one way or another, in various topics suggest to submit the abstract and full paper to Miss Rujira Tangon, email: [email protected] and/or Miss Jiaojiao Song, email: [email protected] indicating the subject of e-mail as "ICIST2016", and full manuscript must be followed the format of International Journal of Agricultural Technology(IJAT). All accepted full papers for presentation will be published in the International Journal of Agricultural Technology (IJAT) as a special issue. Schedule of activities: May 2016 Announcement Not later than 15 August 2016 Early registration 15 September 2016 abstract submission 1 October 2016 full manuscript submission Not later than 1 October 2016 Hotel reservation Academics, researchers, scientists and all those involved, in one way or another, in various topics suggest to e-mail the abstract (500 words) to Miss Rujira Tangon: [email protected], Miss Jiaojiao Song: [email protected] indicating the subject of e-mail as "ICIST2016", and full manuscript must be followed the format of International Journal of Agricultural Technology(IJAT) as can see seen in our web page. For further inquiries, please contact: Miss Rujira Tangon: [email protected] Miss Jiaojiao Song: [email protected] Mr. Sai Hong Kham, address Pewpei Village, Heho, Kalaw Township, Taunggyi, Shan State, Myanmar , Tel: 09777552295, 0930658949, Email: [email protected] [email protected] ID Line: hongktg, Name Line: hong.m.n URL: http:// (www.aatsea.com) 27 November 2016 – Excursion (study tour) Excursion program : visit Floating Agricultural Farm and other places at Inle Lake which is a freshwater lake located in the Nyaungshwe Township of Taunggyi District of Shan State, part of Shan Hills in Myanmar (Burma). It is the second largest lake in Myanmar with an estimated surface area of 44.9 square miles (116 km2), and one of the highest at an elevation of 2,900 feet (880 m). During the dry season, the average water depth is 7 feet (2.1 m), with the deepest point being 12 feet (3.7 m), but during the rainy season this can increase by 5 feet (1.5 m). The people of Inle Lake (called Intha), some 70,000 of them, live in four cities bordering the lake, in numerous small villages along the lake's shores, and on the lake itself. The entire lake area is in Nyaung Shwe township. The population consists predominantly of Intha, with a mix of other Shan, Taungyo, Pa-O (Taungthu), Danu, Kayah, Danaw and Bamar ethnicities. Most are devout Buddhists, and live in simple houses of wood and woven bamboo on stilts; they are largely self-sufficient farmers. Most transportation on the lake is traditionally by small boats, or by somewhat larger boats fitted with single cylinder inboard diesel engines. Local fishermen are known for practicing a distinctive rowing style which involves standing at the stern on one leg and wrapping the other leg around the oar. This unique style evolved for the reason that the lake is covered by reeds and floating plants making it difficult to see above them while sitting. Standing provides the rower with a view beyond the reeds. However, the leg rowing style is only practiced by the men. Women row in the customary style, using the oar with their hands, sitting cross legged at the stern. Fish caught from the lake - the most abundant kind is called nga hpein locally (Inle carp, Cyprinus intha) - are a staple of the local diet. A popular local dish is htamin gyin - 'fermented' rice kneaded with fish and/or potato - served with hnapyan gyaw (literally twice fried - Shan tofu). In addition to fishing, locals grow vegetables and fruit in large gardens that float on the surface of the lake. The floating garden beds are formed by extensive manual labor. The farmers gather up lake-bottom weeds from the deeper parts of the lake, bring them back in boats and make them into floating beds in their garden areas, anchored by bamboo poles. These gardens rise and fall with changes in the water level, and so are resistant to flooding. The constant availability of nutrient-laden water results in these gardens being incredibly fertile. Rice cultivation is also significant. Hosted by Association of Agricultural Technology in Southeast Asia (AATSEA) and King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Bangkok, Thailand and Emperer Asia Co. Ltd., Taunggyi, Myanmar Registration & Paper Submission Form Please type or write clearly in block letters Title: Mr./Ms/Dr. First Name: ____________________ Last Name:____________________ Nationality ________________________________ Occupation :_____________________ Institution / company :_______________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address:____________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ Zip code ______________ Country:____________________________________________ Tel _________________________ Fax ______________________ e-mail:______________ Presentation : Poster (33 inches x 47 inches) AO size Oral (15-20 minutes) Title: _________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Signature__________________________ Date _________________________ Registration fee and excursion Participants Early registration and Registration including excursion not later excursion fees at front desk than 15 August 2016 (USD/person) (USD) Participant 150 200 Student 100 125 Follower 100 125 Please kindly make payment directly into any of our accounts below: Bank Name: Bangkok Bank Co.Ltd. , Thailand Address: 999 Tambol Bangpree Yai, Amphur Bangpree, Samutprakarn province 10540, Thailand Swift Code: BKKBTHBK Account Name: AATSEA Savings Account No: 862-013355-6 OR Contact us if you prefer to use Western Union through to Miss. Rujira Tongon, Bangkok, Thailand, Citizen ID Card No: 1-2699 00136-97-3 and send transfer copy to email: