Top Institutes Join Hands to Advance Innovation and Education

In a significant move to strengthen research and innovation, IIT Kanpur and IIIT Una have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on cutting-edge academic and technological initiatives. The partnership aims to promote interdisciplinary projects, support start-ups, and enhance skill development for students and faculty at both institutions.

MoU Signed by Institutional Leaders

The agreement was formally signed by Prof. Manindra Agrawal, Director of IIT Kanpur, and Prof. Manish Gaur, Director of IIIT Una. Prof. Kumar Vaibhav Srivastava, Acting Dean of Research and Development at IIT Kanpur, was also present during the signing ceremony.

Key Areas of Collaboration

The MoU outlines a strong framework for long-term cooperation, including:

• Joint Research in Emerging Technologies
  Focus on AI, robotics, cybersecurity, data science, and other advanced tech domains.
• Start-Up Incubation & Mentorship
  Both institutions will jointly support early-stage ventures, offering innovation hubs, mentorship, and events for entrepreneurial development.
• Skill Development & Faculty Training
  Regular workshops, training sessions, and faculty development programs to build technical and research skills.
• Shared Infrastructure and Labs
  Joint use of high-end laboratories, equipment, and academic resources to maximize output and reduce costs.
• Academic Exchanges
  Opportunities for guest lectures, student exchange programs, and collaborative curriculum development.

Supporting Start-Ups and Building Innovation Hubs

As part of the collaboration, both institutes will develop joint innovation centres that provide mentorship and technical support to help students and researchers launch their own ventures. Events, hackathons, and start-up boot camps are also part of the roadmap.

Cost-Effective Research with Shared Resources

IIT Kanpur and IIIT Una will also share research tools and labs, allowing broader access to advanced technology and making innovation more cost-effective and efficient.

Leaders Speak on the MoU

Prof. Manindra Agrawal said,

“This collaboration is a step forward in building a strong innovation ecosystem. By working with IIIT Una, we aim to bring academic excellence and technological growth to the next level.”

Prof. Manish Gaur added,

“This is a major milestone for IIIT Una. Partnering with IIT Kanpur will increase our ability to do high-level research and support innovation-led learning.”

A Vision for India’s Future in Research and Education

The MoU reflects a shared commitment to advance India’s innovation and education landscape. By pooling resources, knowledge, and infrastructure, the two institutions hope to play a key role in shaping the country’s academic and technological future.