IIT Patna and INSDAG, Kolkata Join Hands To Strengthen Industry-Academia Interaction

IIT Patna has teamed up with INSDAG, Kolkata to collaborate on joint projects in research and market development. The aim is to generate publications, patents, and copyrights in shared areas of expertise. They will also organize industry-academia seminars, workshops, and trainings both online and offline. 

The Indian Institute of Technology Patna has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute for Steel Development & Growth (NASDAQ), Kolkata for collaborative projects in research or market development. This will focus on shared expertise for publications, patents, and copyrights, and organizing joint industry-academia events like seminars, training, and workshops both online and offline.

The MoU has been signed between Pradip Kumar Mishra, Director General, Institute for Steel Development & Growth (INSDAG) and Dr. Asif Ekbal, Associate Dean, Resources, Indian Institute of Technology Patna at IIT Patna. 

What are the benefits of the MoU Signed between IIT Patna and INSDAG, Kolkata?

INSDAG is primarily dedicated to advancing design methodologies and enhancing technical marketing strategies. Their focus lies in broadening the scope of steel applications across various industrial segments. They aim to elevate skills and knowledge related to steel, constantly seeking ways to upgrade and innovate within the industry. 

Their efforts are geared towards expanding the boundaries of steel usage, exploring its potential in diverse applications, and ensuring its continual evolution within different sectors through ongoing skill enhancement and knowledge dissemination.

Whereas IIT Patna has expertise in teaching and research in steel structures and earthquake engineering. Given this specialized expertise, a collaborative venture between these institutes stands to yield substantial mutual advantages. 

This collaboration presents an opportune moment for both institutions to synergize their capabilities, potentially leading to innovative solutions, pioneering research, and enriched learning experiences for all involved.

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