IIIT-Bangalore, Poland’s AGH University Sign MoU to Boost Joint Research and Student Exchanges

The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-Bangalore) has entered into an academic and research partnership with AGH University of Krakow, Poland, to expand cooperation in emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies. The two institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for collaborative research, academic programme development and knowledge exchange. The agreement was exchanged in the presence of Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Karnataka Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar, highlighting the partnership's role in strengthening educational and research ties between India and Poland.

The MoU was signed by Professor Debabrata Das, Director of IIIT-Bangalore, and Rao Maddukuri, Senior Advisor at AGH University of Krakow. Through the agreement, both institutions intend to identify areas of common academic interest and develop initiatives that encourage research collaboration, faculty interaction and student engagement. The partnership will focus on AI, quantum technologies and other emerging technological fields, creating a framework for the institutions to work together on research activities and academic initiatives.

A key component of the agreement is the promotion of joint research projects and the development of academic programmes involving both institutions. The MoU also provides for the exchange of academic materials made available by the participating universities, enabling faculty members and students to access knowledge and resources from their respective academic environments. In addition, the partnership envisages international academic mobility opportunities for students and faculty members, allowing participants to engage with different research approaches, teaching practices and academic experiences.

The collaboration will also extend to academic events and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Under the agreement, IIIT-Bangalore and AGH University of Krakow may organise joint seminars, symposia and educational conferences to facilitate discussions among researchers, educators and students. The institutions also plan to explore career guidance activities and promotional-information events in both online and offline formats. Another area covered by the MoU is participation in winter and summer schools.

Commenting on the agreement, IIIT-Bangalore Director Professor Debabrata Das emphasised the value of international academic partnerships in expanding research opportunities and introducing diverse perspectives into higher education. He said the collaboration with AGH University of Krakow would aim to create avenues for joint research and academic engagement while allowing students and faculty members to learn from each other's expertise and experiences.

Rao Maddukuri, Senior Advisor at AGH University of Krakow, also highlighted the importance of the partnership in strengthening academic relations between India and Poland. He said the agreement would provide a platform for the two institutions to develop joint academic initiatives, organise seminars and conferences, and facilitate exchanges between their academic communities.