APSIPA - Message From President

It is an immense honor to serve as the President of APSIPA, an organization that has fostered collaboration and innovation across the diverse and dynamic Asia-Pacific region for over 16 years. APSIPA’s identity lies not only in its technical excellence but in its vibrant community spirit—a unique space where researchers, professionals, and students come together to exchange ideas and inspire each other.

As we look to the future, my priority as President is to further invigorate our society by fostering active participation among all members, particularly our young and emerging talents. The Asia-Pacific region is at the forefront of advancements in AI, signal processing, and information technology. APSIPA must be the platform that brings together this fast-growing research community and amplifies its collective impact.

My Key Priorities:

Enhancing Vibrancy Through Technical Activities:

To sustain and grow the vitality of our society, I encourage members to initiate and promote technical activities. Whether through special interest groups, focused workshops, or interdisciplinary collaborations, these initiatives will enrich APSIPA's intellectual ecosystem and foster new ideas.

Empowering Young Members:

The future of APSIPA rests in the hands of our young members. To this end, we will create new opportunities for young researchers to actively participate in APSIPA activities. From leadership roles in technical committees to organizing events and contributing to publications, we aim to nurture their potential and ensure their voices are heard.
We will also explore mentorship programs to connect young members with senior researchers, creating a supportive environment for professional growth.

Expanding Membership and Engagement:

By fostering a more vibrant and inclusive community, we aim to attract more members to join our society, participate in annual conferences, and engage in local chapter activities. Strengthening these networks will ensure APSIPA continues to serve as a hub for innovation and collaboration across the region.

Unifying the Asia-Pacific Research Community:

The Asia-Pacific region stands as a dynamic and rapidly expanding hub for innovation in AI and signal processing. APSIPA is committed to uniting this diverse and talented community by fostering collaboration, enabling knowledge exchange, and supporting groundbreaking research. Through initiatives such as seasonal schools, technical workshops, mentoring programs, and targeted financial assistance for underrepresented groups, APSIPA aims to ensure inclusivity and accessibility for all researchers, regardless of background or location.
In an era marked by global challenges and geopolitical divides, APSIPA reaffirms its dedication to inclusiveness and technological openness. We will work to bridge divides by promoting equitable participation, sharing technical advancements across regions, and creating opportunities for all members to thrive together. By bringing our technical activities to underserved regions and fostering collaboration across borders, APSIPA will empower the Asia-Pacific research community to grow as a unified force driving innovation and progress.

I have had the privilege of working closely with many esteemed APSIPA founders and past presidents, including our immediate past and past presidents: Prof. Tatsuya Kawahara and Prof. Anthony Kuh, whose remarkable dedication to expanding APSIPA’s activities and membership through chapters, outreach, and workshops has been truly inspiring. These voluntary leadership roles demand unwavering commitment, and it is through this collective effort that we uphold our founding president Prof. Sadaoki Furui’s vision of fostering innovation, inclusiveness, and collaboration across the Asia-Pacific region. As we move forward, I warmly welcome suggestions and feedback from all our members to further strengthen APSIPA’s initiatives and ensure we continue shaping a vibrant, inclusive, and impactful community for advancing technology.

Woon-Seng Gan
ewsgan@ntu.edu.sg