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01-05-2025
- Business
IMCO launches new MSc programme
Suhar – The International Maritime College Oman (IMCO) marked a significant academic milestone with the official launch of its Master of Science (MSc) in Process Plant Technology and Management. Held at the Crowne Plaza Ballroom in Suhar City, the ceremony attracted a distinguished audience of industry leaders, senior academics, alumni and prospective students, all united in a shared vision of advancing engineering leadership in line with Oman's Vision 2040. Aligning academia with industry needs The launch event, brought together industry experts, academics, alumni, and students. The ceremony opened with a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by a welcome address from Capt. P. Rajkumar, IMCO Dean, who stressed the need for academic programmes that reflect real-world industry demands. Dr Salim al Araimi, Deputy Vice Chancellor, highlighted IMCO's role in fostering innovation and supporting Oman Vision 2040. Keynote speaker Faiz al Jabri of OQ addressed the future of Oman's process industry, calling for skilled engineers who can lead transformation. Dr Jimoh K. Adewole, Head of Process Engineering, detailed the MSc programme's practical and flexible design, tailored for working professionals. It covers advanced process engineering, digitalisation, safety, risk management, and sustainability. Alumna Eng. Azza al Subhi shared her success story, while Prof. Ramachandran K. P. underlined the importance of graduate education in building national capacity. The launch concluded with a networking session, reinforcing links between academia, industry, and future postgraduates seeking to enhance their careers while contributing to Oman's industrial advancement.
The Hindu
24-04-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
TNAU, Akums sign MoU to synergise pharma innovations
The Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals to advance research and development in pharmaceutical formulations and jointly develop sustainable healthcare solutions. The Department of Processing and Food Engineering at Agricultural Engineering College and Research Institute in the TNAU campus will explore novel applications of agri-based inputs for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical use, focusing on sustainable, plant-derived resources, while Akums will leverage its vast expertise in pharmaceutical development with TNAU's advanced agricultural research capabilities, a press release said. The MoU provides for industrial training and internships in pharmaceutical processing and formulation techniques. Additionally, Akums will collaborate with the Agricultural Engineering College and Research Institute (AEC&RI), Kumulur, to explore the commercialisation of novel formulations for both domestic and export markets under ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) sponsored CRP (Consortium Research Platform) on SA Project, funded by CIPHET (Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology), Ludhiana. Sanjeev Jain, Managing Director of Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals, said the partnership holds immense potential to develop effective pharmaceutical formulations that are environmentally friendly as well. The MoU will enhance the utility of agricultural resources in healthcare, P. Rajkumar, Dean, AEC and RI, TNAU, Kumulur, added.
