
Prof. Suksun Horpibulsuk
Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand
Prof. Suksun Horpibulsuk obtained a B.Eng. (Civil Engineering) with Honors Award from Khon Kaen University, Thailand in 1996. Prof. Suksun was subsequently granted a scholarship by the Royal Thailand Government to pursue a M.Eng. in Soil Engineering at Asian Institute of Technology and duly completed in 1998. He then received a prestigious MONBUSHO scholarship from the Japanese Government to pursue his Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering at Saga University in Japan that he duly completed in 2001.

Prof. Abdul Hakam
Universitas Andalas, Indonesia
Abdul Hakam has carried out extensive research in the broad field of geotechnics, with a particular emphasis on soil mechanics and foundation engineering. His body of work spans both static and dynamic conditions, providing a comprehensive contribution to the understanding of soil behavior and its implications for civil infrastructure. Under static conditions, his research has focused on the performance of foundations in soft soils, which often present challenges in terms of settlement and bearing capacity. He has also investigated slope failure mechanisms, offering insights into preventive measures and stabilization techniques that are vital for infrastructure development in areas with weak or unstable ground. In the domain of dynamic conditions, Abdul Hakam has devoted significant attention to the stability of slopes and retaining walls under seismic loading, an issue of critical importance in earthquake-prone regions. His studies extend further into the phenomenon of soil liquefaction, where he has contributed to mapping areas vulnerable to this hazard. This research plays an essential role in disaster risk reduction and the development of safer construction practices. Beyond academic research, Abdul Hakam has been actively engaged in practical geotechnical projects. His involvement includes the design and construction of building foundations, assessment of road stability, and applied studies related to geohazards. The outcomes of his work have been disseminated through books, peer-reviewed journals, and international conference proceedings, thereby enriching both theoretical knowledge and engineering practice. Overall, his research reflects a strong integration of scientific inquiry and practical application, with a consistent focus on advancing geotechnical engineering for safer and more resilient infrastructure.
Title: Failure Distance Analysis for Slope Stability Prediction Based on Slope Angle and Field Soil Characteristics
Assoc. Prof. DAYANG ZULAIKA BINTI ABANG HASBOLLAH
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia
Dr. Dayang Zulaika binti Abang Hasbollah, currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Her research interests encompass geology, rock mechanics, geotechnical engineering, soil analysis, and related fields. She has published 79 articles to date, with an H-index of 7 and a total citation count of 164. Additionally, she has supervised 20 students, including 15 master's candidates and 5 doctoral candidates.