IIIT Delhi Signs MoU with University at Albany, SUNY For Collaborative Research and Cultural Exchange

IIIT Delhi has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University at Albany, SUNY, reinforcing their dedication to advancing global education, fostering cultural exchange, and promoting collaborative research initiatives. Check complete details here 

Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIITD) and The University at Albany, State University of New York (SUNY Albany), have signed a Memorandum of Agreement, strengthening their commitment to global education, cultural exchange, and collaborative research initiatives. In the upcoming five years, the partnership will extend across diverse pivotal domains such as faculty enhancement, dual degree accords, visiting scholars initiatives, short-term academic and cultural immersions, cooperative research undertakings, and student exchange programs.

The agreement, signed by Prof. Havidán Rodríguez, President of SUNY Albany, and Prof. Ranjan Bose, Director of IIITD, emphasizes the mutual interests of both institutions in fostering international understanding and promoting faculty and student experiences. The signing of this agreement marks the foundation of a robust collaboration that holds the potential to shape the future of global education.

The collaborative spirit between the two universities is set to flourish as they explore diverse opportunities. These include faculty development, dual degree agreements, hosting visiting scholars, and facilitating short-term academic and cultural experiences, fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas and expertise.

Additionally, cooperative scientific and academic research projects are being envisioned, aimed at mutually beneficial outcomes. The commitment extends to providing graduate and undergraduate students with opportunities to undertake courses, internships, service-learning activities, and research projects at the partner institution. 

Prof. Ranjan Bose, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, "This strategic partnership will play a pivotal role in fostering innovation through joint projects that would enhance the quality and impact of research. Student and faculty exchanges will lead to both knowledge exchange and knowledge co-creation.”

Dr. Havidán Rodríguez, shared his optimism, noting, "The goal is to think about how we can enhance this partnership with IIITD for academic and research collaborations. There are many areas of synergy where both the institutes can collaborate for providing students with diverse, enriching educational opportunities."

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