Keynote Speakers

Featuring esteemed experts in the field of science and STEM Important Dates
education.
Deadline for ab-
Dr. Nawang Norbu is the Founder and Executive Director 10th July, 2025
stract submission
at the Bhutan Ecological Society (BES). He is also Center
Director of the Center for Climate and Sustainable Notification of ac-
Futures, a collaborative research and education initiative ceptance/Rejection 10th August, 2025
between the School for Field Studies in the US, the of abstract
Royal University of Bhutan and the BES. Dr. Nawang
is committed to building a just and verdant world and Final abstract sub- 10th September, 2025
continues to explore the drivers and consequences of mission I N T E R NAT I O NA L
development and change. 22 December, 2025 – Reception
nd

Prof. (Dr.) Shauli Mukherjee currently working as the

Professor and Dean, School of Education and Dean,
and Opening Ceremony, and Cultural
Presentation
C O N F E R E NC E
International Relations at Adamas University, India. She
is a passionate academician, global thought leader and 23 -24 December, 2025 – Academic
Discourse (Keynote Address, Presen-
ON
internationally acclaimed inspirational speaker with Conference
more than 22 years of expertise in the education space. tations & Discussions, and Closing
She has been awarded as India’s Top 50 Women Leaders Ceremony) S T E M E DUC AT I O N
in the Education Industry and Top 20 Revolutionary
25 December, 2025 – Cultural Tour
Education Leaders as well as among 99 Women Achievers
of India for the year 2021. She has been listed among the 2025
Top 50 Most Courageous Women in Business, Leadership Who should attend
and Entertainment in 2022.
Manish Jain spends most of his time investigating
The target audience includes STEM educators and researchers (IC-STEME25)
the science behind simple (and complex) toys and is globally, science and mathematics teachers from Bhutan
passionate about sharing his insights and excitement
with people. He is a Teaching Professor at IIT and other countries, as well as educators, researchers, and December 22 - 25, 2025
Gandhinagar, and heads CCL whose goal is to bring back scholars with a strong interest in STEM and science education.
the gleam in the eyes of students and children. Before
founding CCL, Manish worked at IUCAA’s Science Center The event also welcomes the participation of all other relevant Organised by Samtse College of Education, Royal
in Pune, with Padma Shri Awardee Arvind Gupta. Before
his foray into education, he spent 19 years in the area
stakeholders involved in STEM education. University of Bhutan
of chip design at Synopsys (Bangalore & Mountain View
California in Silicon Valley), serving as a Director of R&D. Inquiries and Contacts Innovative Responses to Adaptations, Opportunities,
Dr. Samiksha Raut is an Associate Professor of Biology and Challenges in STEM Education
at The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). In For more information on the conference, please visit our
the past, she has served as an Interim Assistant Dean conference homepage at: [Link]
of Academic Affairs at the Graduate School and Global Overview
Affairs and currently serves as a director of a joint degree
program – Genetics and Genomics with the Heersink For any specific information on visa, travel, registration and Bhutan’s commitment to advancing Science, technology,
School of Medicine and College of Arts and Sciences. accommodation, abstract submission, fees please send your
She holds a PhD in Environmental Toxicology from UAB. engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education is
inquiries to [Link]@[Link]
evident in recent initiatives that recognise science and
Tony Burner (PhD) is a Professor at the University of technology as essential to the future. Policymakers and
South-Eastern Norway. He has published extensively on Contact us at:
classroom research, focusing on formative assessment, educators are prioritising reforms to spark scientific
English education, diversity, and multilingualism. curiosity in students. The proposed International
Phone: +975-5-365-649 Conference on STEM Education at Samtse College of
Bodil Svendsen (PhD) is an associate professor at the +975-77270840 Education (SCE) presents a valuable opportunity for global
Norwegian University of Science and Technology. She +975-17958416
and local stakeholders to exchange insights, fostering
has published extensively on classroom research, Email: [Link]@[Link]
focusing on school development, teacher professional innovation in Bhutan’s education system.
development, formative assessment, natural science
education and adapted learning.
Objectives Travel and Accommodation
The initiative aims to unite global STEM experts to share Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, is nestled in a valley in
insights, build collaborative networks, and explore innovative the country’s western interior, approximately an hour’s
teaching practices. This effort supports Samtse College of drive from Paro. Paro is well-connected by air to several
Education and the Royal University of Bhutan in advancing neighboring cities, including Delhi, Kolkata, and Bagdogra
STEM education with a global perspective on knowledge, (India); Bangkok (Thailand); Kathmandu (Nepal); Dhaka
skills, and attitudes. (Bangladesh); Singapore; and Dubai. The organising
committee will facilitate visa arrangements, and flight
Sub-Themes tickets can be conveniently booked online at [Link].
The following sub-themes provide a comprehensive [Link] or [Link]. Accommodations will
framework for the conference, addressing various facets of be provided in government-approved, star-rated hotels in Registration
STEM education, including pedagogy, technology, inclusivity, Thimphu, all located within a 5 to 20-minute drive of the
and adaptability to changing educational and societal needs: conference venue. Registration form is available at: [Link]
The last date for registration: 30th August 2025
• Innovative Pedagogies in STEM Education
• Technology Integration in STEM Classrooms Fees
• Equity and Inclusion in STEM Education
• Assessment and Evaluation in STEM Education Early Bird Rate Standard Rate
• Global Perspectives on STEM Education Category (on/before 30 (from 31 Au-
• STEM Education in Informal Settings August, 2025) gust, 2025)
• Future Trends in STEM Education Member delegate
US $ (1300) US $ (1500)
(International)
Abstract Submission
Accompanying per-
The organising committee invites abstracts of approximately US $ (1000) US $ (1200)
son (International)
200 words (max.250 words), Times New Roman, Font Size 12
with 1.5 line spacing. Use our online submission facility at
SAARC Countries US $600.00 US $800.00
[Link]. Alternatively, abstracts will be accepted
View of Thimphu
by direct e-mail as an attachment to the Conference Accompanying
US $600.00 US $800.00
Organising Committee [Link]@[Link]. person (SAARC)
The registration fee for international participants includes
Conference Venue
a 5-night stay (December 21–25, 2025) at a Department of
The conference will take place in Thimphu, the vibrant Tourism-approved star-rated hotel, one-time conference
capital city of Bhutan. Nestled in a picturesque valley in gala dinner, lunch and refreshments during the conference,
the country’s western interior, Thimphu serves as the and conference materials. It also covers a one-time visa fee,
administrative and cultural heart of Bhutan. In addition to entry to historical and cultural sites, local transportation
housing the government, the city is renowned for its rich (airport transfers and daily transport between the hotel and
Buddhist heritage and iconic religious sites, offering visitors conference venue), and the conference tour.
a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Note: International participants arriving before 21st December
or extending their stay beyond 25th December will be
responsible for additional payments. For assistance, please
contact the conference organisers