IUST holds talk by Prof. Dr. Ki Hee Ryu

AWANTIPORA: Continuing with the Distinguished Speaker Series aimed to expose the scholars and faculty to the global best practices, the Mantaqi Centre for Science & Society (MCSS), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today organized a talk on the theme of 'University-Private Sector Collaboration'. The talk was delivered by Dr. Ki Hee Ryu, a Professor at the Institute of Green BioScience and Technology, South Korea.

The program was chaired by Vice Chancellor, IUST, Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo. Prof. Ryu shared valuable insights on the significance of collaboration between academic institutions and the private sector. He emphasized how such partnerships can enhance capacity development, foster social entrepreneurship, and generate revenue, thereby broadening research horizons.

Prof. Romshoo, in his remarks, highlighted the importance of fostering such collaborations to drive innovation and real-world impact. He said that IUST is committed to develop with private sector, as it is essential for translating academic research into tangible societal benefits. The talk was convened by Prof. Javid Hussain Mir, Professor of Practice at MCSS, who facilitated the session and ensured a meaningful exchange of ideas.