VIT, med univ to research AI-driven healthcare
Chennai:
Vellore Institute of Technology
(VIT) and
Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University
have entered into a partnership for collaborative research in the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare.
As per the Memorandum of Understanding (
MoU
), the two institutions will collaborate in research, joint publications, development of new technologies, socially relevant product design, joint patent filing, and technology transfer.
The MoU was signed by G V Selvam, vice-president of VIT, and Dr K Narayanasamy, vice-chancellor of Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University.
In addition, the agreement promotes clinical validation processes, ethical clearances, and other collaborative activities that support translational research and innovation.
There will be an exchange of students pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programmes, faculty exchange, project guidance, and conducting joint hackathons and conferences from time to time.
Scholarships or fellowships will also be provided for scholars, scientists, and faculty members involved in research work.
The two institutions will also share knowledge resources, academic and training material, including access to the library and other resources, and will conduct certificate courses. "Bridging engineering and medical research is essential for future-ready healthcare, driving smarter and more accessible innovations.
This partnership reflects VIT's commitment to aligning higher education and research with the nation's developmental and public health goals," Selvam said in a release.
Dr Narayansamy highlighted the need for integrating technology with healthcare to deliver high-quality treatment.
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