In a groundbreaking move for global research collaboration, Symbiosis International University (SIU) and Aston University in Birmingham, UK, have joined forces to establish the ‘Symbiosis Aston Research Academy’ (SARA). This new academy, inspired by the successful IIT Monash model, aims to facilitate high-impact research that tackles industry challenges and societal issues, ultimately delivering tangible outcomes across various sectors.
Here are some key features of the Symbiosis Aston Research Academy (SARA) that set it apart:
1. Joint PhD Programmes:
– Co-supervision: SARA will offer joint PhD programmes where faculty members from both SIU and Aston University will co-supervise students, providing them with a comprehensive academic experience.
– Dual-Degree Opportunity: PhD scholars will have the unique chance to earn dual doctoral degrees from both institutions by studying and researching at campuses in India and the UK.
2. Collaborative Research Focus:
– Multidisciplinary Research: SARA will promote research in a wide range of disciplines, including Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Bioscience, Climate Change, and more.
– Industry Collaboration: The academy will closely collaborate with industry partners to ensure that research findings have practical applications and impact the socio-economic landscape.
3. Industry Collaboration and Technology Transfer:
– SARA will actively engage with industry leaders for sponsored research, technology transfer, and commercialization to ensure that research aligns with market demands.
4. Capacity Building and Knowledge Sharing:
– SARA will offer training programs, seminars, and workshops to support researchers, scholars, and students.
– Annual symposiums will be organized to showcase breakthrough research and innovative findings.
The Symbiosis Aston Research Academy (SARA) will be physically located at SIU’s Lavale campus in Pune, India, and will be funded and managed collaboratively by both institutions.
This collaboration between SIU and Aston University builds on their longstanding academic relationship, which has spanned over 8 years and includes dual degree programmes, research projects, and faculty-student exchanges. The recent award recognition of Prof. (Dr.) S.B. Mujumdar by Prof. Aleks Subic of Aston University further solidifies the strong partnership between the two institutions.
The launch of the Symbiosis Aston Research Academy (SARA) heralds a new era of global research excellence, where the combined strengths of SIU and Aston University will address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Through multidisciplinary research, joint PhD programmes, and industry partnerships, SARA is poised to become a hub of innovation and knowledge that will benefit societies and economies worldwide.
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