Bhubaneswar: Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) Deemed to be University in Bhubaneswar on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, to undertake collaborative programmes in both academic initiatives and research.
Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth is a Deemed to be University which runs seven institutions imparting education in medical sciences, dental sciences, nursing, pharmaceutical sciences and engineering with three of those meant only for women in Telangana.
As regards academic initiatives of the agreement, both the universities will collaboratively design the course and curriculum to ensure their relevance and efficacy in addressing current and emerging industry trends.
Both SOA and MRV will leverage their expertise to cultivate a cadre of knowledgeable educators equipped to deliver high-quality content and facilitate connections with industry stakeholders to enrich the learning experience through real world insights and opportunities.
The two universities will also work together to create dedicated hubs for education, research, innovation and knowledge dissemination in the area of planetary health.
In the sphere of research, SOA and MRV will explore possibilities and collaboratively submit research proposals in the areas of healthcare, medical technology, pharmaceutical sciences, life sciences, allied health science fields and engineering technologies for funding from various national and international funding agencies.
Besides, SOA and MRV will foster an environment conducive to nurturing entrepreneurial endeavours and groundbreaking solutions in the emerging field of planetary health and relevant global health issues. The two universities will also provide strategic guidance to ensure alignment with national initiatives, particularly the National Health Mission, so as to maximise its impact.
The MoU was signed by SOA’s Vice-Chancellor Prof Pradipta Kumar Nanda and Registrar of MRV Dr Manthan Janodia.
Dr Vikas Sahu, Chief Innovation Officer and Dr Ellojita Rout, Research and Innovation Officer of MRV, Prof Sudam Chandra Si, Dean of SOA’s School of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Prof E Subudhi, Professor in Biotechnology, were also present.
