Geomechanics Research Unit , Institute of Engineering, Suranaree University of Technology 111 University Avenue, Nakho

1. Fifth Thailand Venue/Accommodation All Technical and social events will be held at: Romantic Resort & Spa 336 Moo 4, Moosee Pakchong District NakhonRatchasima 30130, Thailand Tel. (66-44) 297 369 - 72 http://www.romanticresortandspa.com Reservation at Romantic Resort & Spa can be made through the symposium registration. Rock Mechanics Symposium January 22-23, 2015 ThaiRock2015 Geomechanics Research Unit, Institute of Engineering, Suranaree University of Technology 111 University Avenue, NakhonRatchasima Thailand 30000 Tel : (66-44) 223-363, 089-9483570 Fax : (66-44) 223-363 fuenkajorn@yahoo.com Contact Us Geomechanics Research Unit Institute of Engineering Suranaree University of Technology NakhonRatchasima Thailand 30000 Tel. (66-44) 223-363 Mobile (66-89) 948-3570 E-mail : kittitep@sut.ac.th www.geomechsut.com Romantic Resort & Spa KhaoYai National Park, Thailand Geomechanics Research Unit Institute of Engineering Suranaree Universityof Technology

2. Advisory Committee Prof. Jaak J.K. Daemen (University of Nevada, USA) Prof. John M. Kemeny (University of Arizona, USA) Prof. Hiroyasu Ohtsu (Kyoto University, Japan) Prof. HarushigeKusumi (Kansai University, Japan) Prof. Xia-TingFeng (Chinese Academy of Sciences, China) Symposium Themes The symposium themes, cover all aspects of rock mechanics and rock engineering practices. Accepted topics can range from principles and applications in rock mechanics to numerical modeling, laboratory testing and field measurements. Recent practices and case studies in rock engineering are also encouraged. Welcome Geomechanics Research Unit (GMR), Institute of Engineering, Suranaree University of Technology is pleased to present the Fifth Thailand Rock Mechanics Symposium (ThaiRock 2015) to be held on January 22-23, 2015, at the Romantic Resort & Spa, KhaoYai National Park, Thailand. ThaiRock 2015 is aimed to promote the significance of rock mechanics knowledge and profession in the ASEAN countries. The symposium allows an opportunity for academia, researchers and regulators to discuss and exchange their knowledge, problems and experience. The rapid development of infrastructures and exploitation of energy and mineral resources in the ASEAN countries has enhanced the significance and needs of rock mechanics knowledge and skill. These include, for example, potash and coal mining, energy storage, waste disposal, geothermal energy, oil & gas production, and high-speed transportation system. The success of the past Thailand Rock Mechanics Symposia (2007 through 2013) also reflects the increasing demand of professional rock mechanists for the research institutes and private industries. We are confident that ThaiRock 2015 will be fruitful for the academia and practitioners in all disciplines relevant to rock mechanics. Call for Abstracts You are invited to submit a 300words abstract (in English) to kittitep@sut.ac.th. The abstracts will be reviewed based on their merit and originality. Important Dates Abstract due July 28, 2014 Abstract acceptance August 18, 2014 Full length paper due October 27, 2014 Pre-registration deadline November 24, 2014 Symposium dates January 22-23, 2015 Organizing Committee Kittitep Fuenkajorn (Co-Chair, SUT) NoppadolPhien-wej(Co-Chair, AIT) KritikaTrakoolngam(MC, KKU) LaddaWannakao(KKU) Watcharin Gasaluck(EIT) PipatLaowattanabandit(CU) PornkasemJongpradist(KMUTT) CheowchanLeelasukseree(CMU) BavonwitAkarachantachok(DPIM) Helmut Durrast(PSU) PrachyaTepnarong(SUT) DechoPhueakphum(SUT) AnisongChitnarin (SUT) KanlayaPubpho(Financing Officer, SUT) Symposium Proceedings All technical papers and presentations will be made in English. Full registration will include a copy of proceedings, two luncheons and one awarded dinner. Registration Fees SymposiumFee 3,500 Baht / US$ 130 (Before Nov. 23, 2014) 4,500 Baht / US$ 170 (After Nov. 23, 2014)