The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG) and the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST) are collaborating to start a joint research centre on both campuses. This initiative holds substantial significance, not only in advancing technical developments but also in providing valuable support to research scholars and young scientists in their pursuits.

According to an official release, the exchange of ideas and collaborations between local and international researchers holds crucial importance for academia and industry. As part of the collaborative research and innovation efforts between IIT Guwahati and NTUST Taiwan, substantial progress in technical advancements has been achieved. This progress stands to benefit research scholars and young scientists from both institutions as they gain exposure to a platform of this scale.

The joint research centre's initial focus will be on three emerging technologies: Additive Manufacturing, Semiconductor Technology, and Green Energy, encompassing Battery and Hydrogen technologies. Subsequently, the center plans to expand its scope to encompass more areas of research in the future.

Regarding the Joint Research Centre, Professor Vimal Kaitiyar, the Dean of Research and Development at IIT Guwahati, stated, “The joint research center would also facilitate the interaction of Taiwan and Indian industries through both universities for possible scale-up and commercial opportunities for industries. Further, both sides will also engage in a joint call of proposals for collaborative research.”

Chuhao Chen, the Head of Human Resources at Delta Inc., and Kevin Cheng from Foxconn Technology Centre were in attendance and contributed industry insights.

Furthermore, a significant aspect of this collaborative gathering was a symposium co-hosted by IIT Guwahati and NTUST Taiwan, focusing on Semiconductor Technology, Additive Manufacturing, and Packaging (STAMP-2023). This symposium took place recently at the IIT Guwahati campus, serving as a platform for knowledge exchange and discussions in these key technological domains.

The symposium showcased the active involvement of experts hailing from the realms of academia and industry, representing India, Taiwan, and the Czech Republic.

The symposium's central agenda was structured around three pivotal areas of focus: Semiconductor technology, which included discussions on Hi-power devices, Silicon Photonics, and Compound Semiconductors; Advanced Manufacturing, with a specific emphasis on Additive Manufacturing; and Energy-related topics, such as Li-ion batteries, Green Hydrogen, and Thermal management. During the event, proficient speakers presented on these subject matters, fostering insightful discussions and knowledge exchange.

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