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 Tsunami and Disaster Mitigation Research Center (TDMRC)
Universitas Syiah Kuala

A Center of Excellence in Disaster Mitigation Studies in Indian Ocean Region

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                      Enhancing Resilience”

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The 18th Aceh International Workshop and Expo on Sustainable Disaster Recovery (AIWEST-DR) 2026

Bangkok, Thailand (22 – 24 July, 2026)

AIWEST-DR 2026 is a premier international platform for experts and practitioners to advance global dialogue on disaster resilience and sustainable recovery. The 18th edition focuses on bridging the gap between scientific research and practical application to build a more prepared and resilient world.

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Figure 9. A photo session with all participants and the commitee after the closing ceremony of the AIWEST-DR 2025 at UCL, London.
Figure 2. A photo session of all participants (offline) and the committee with the Attache’ of the Republic Indonesia after the opening ceremony and the first day keynote speeches.
Figure 8. An announcement for the 18th AIWEST-DR by Dr. Natt Leelawat from Chulalongkorn University-Thailand.

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Marhaban ya Ramadan,

All members of TDMRC Universitas Syiah Kuala wish you a blessed Ramadan.

May our fasting and worship be accepted by Allah SWT.

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An Aerial View of TDMRC Buildings 
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Upcoming Events

37th TDMRC Seminar Series 

November 21, 2025

“Basic Life Support Training: Everyone Can Safe a Life”

  • 14.00 – 17.00 WIB
  • Dr. Ir. M. Ridha M.Eng Auditorium 3rd Floor
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36th TDMRC Seminar Series 

October 29, 2025

“Portrait of Acehnese Family Resilience through Three Phases of Crisis: Conflict, Tsunami, and COVID-19”

  • 08.00 – 12.00 WIB
  • Dr. Ir. M. Ridha M.Eng Auditorium 3rd Floor
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35th TDMRC Seminar Series 

August 06, 2025

“Insight on Regional Climate-Induced Flood Risk: Case Studies of Indonesia and Malaysia”

  • 08.00 – 12.00 WIB
  • TDMRC’s Auditorium 3rd Floor
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