Coventry University and the Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM) have formalised an agreement to explore collaborative opportunities and enhance their respective research portfolios. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) serves as a platform for discussions on joint research initiatives, shared funding applications, faculty development, student exchange programmes and collaborative academic activities, according to an official release.
The collaboration marks another strategic partnership for Coventry University on the global stage, particularly as it prepares to inaugurate its newest Global Hub in New Delhi, India, early next year. Coventry University claims to boast a network of Global Hubs in Africa, Dubai, China, Brussels and Singapore, fostering collaborations with universities, governments and businesses worldwide, the release mentioned.
GITAM aims to broaden its research portfolio through the MoU, highlighting its dedication to expanding the research footprint via joint initiatives such as collaborative research projects, co-authored publications and reciprocal student and faculty exchanges. Both institutions will have the opportunity to jointly apply for grants in their mutually defined focus areas, as per the release.