CAILIC Academia-Industry Lecture Series (iLectures): Lecture II
Session on Landslides, Earthquake Resilience, and Disaster Risk Reduction
Exploring Interdisciplinary Approaches from Hazard Mapping to Early Warning Systems
The Center for Academia-Industry Linkages and International Collaboration (CAILIC) at Advanced College of Engineering and Management (ACEM) successfully organized CAILIC Academia-Industry Lecture Series (iLectures): Lecture II on “Interdisciplinary Aspects of Landslides: From Hazard Mapping to Early Warning Systems” on Jeshtha 5, 2083 (May 19, 2026), at the Conference Hall, ACEM. The session was organized with the objective of promoting interdisciplinary knowledge sharing, advancing understanding of disaster risk reduction strategies, and encouraging academic and professional discussions on landslides, earthquakes, and resilient infrastructure systems.
The session was delivered by Prof. Netra P. Bhandary from Ehime University, Japan. During the lecture, Prof. Bhandary shared valuable insights into interdisciplinary approaches to landslide studies, hazard mapping techniques, geospatial technologies, and early warning systems for disaster risk reduction. Drawing from his extensive academic and research experience, he highlighted the importance of scientific research, technological innovation, and collaborative approaches in minimizing disaster-related risks and enhancing community resilience.
During the session, Prof. Bhandary discussed the causes and impacts of earthquakes in both Japan and Nepal while explaining Japan’s earthquake-resilient systems, preparedness mechanisms, and technological advancements in disaster mitigation and resilience. He also emphasized the significance of integrating engineering practices, geospatial technologies, hazard assessment methods, and early warning systems to effectively address contemporary challenges associated with natural disasters and environmental risks.
The lecture provided an engaging platform for academic interaction, professional discussion, and knowledge exchange among participants. Students, faculty members, scholars, and professionals from relevant fields actively participated in discussions and interactions with the speaker, making the session highly insightful and enriching. The event encouraged participants to explore interdisciplinary perspectives on disaster management, engineering applications, research, and sustainable resilience practices in today’s rapidly changing environment.
The program commenced with a warm welcome address by the Chief of CAILIC, Associate Professor Dr. Shanker Dhakal, who also provided an overview of the lecture series and its objectives. The session concluded with closing remarks by the Chairperson of ACEM, Mr. Ramesh Kumar Silwal, who expressed his appreciation to Prof. Bhandary for the insightful session and shared his vision for future collaboration in research and other relevant academic and professional areas.
Furthermore, Prof. Bhandary inaugurated the official CAILIC wall poster, marking another significant step in strengthening the center’s commitment to promoting academia-industry collaboration, research engagement, engineering excellence, and international cooperation.
Through such initiatives, CAILIC at ACEM continues to strengthen academia-industry linkages, foster research and innovation, and promote international collaboration and professional engagement. The session reflected ACEM’s commitment to nurturing a culture of practical learning, interdisciplinary knowledge sharing, engineering excellence, and research-driven education among students, researchers, faculty members, and professionals alike.
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