SRM University-AP, which is advancing with international academic standards, has taken another step towards expanding its research. The prestigious Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) – Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT) Hyderabad has agreed to collaborate with SRM University – AP in front-line areas of Science & Technology. Dr. S Chandrasekhar, Director, IICT-Hyderabad and Prof. D Narayana Rao, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, SRM University-AP signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 18th Nov 2021.
Front-line research and extensive exchange of scientific insights in the fields of emerging Science and Technology between the two organisations will be the main focus of the MOU. According to the MoU, in addition to teaching, research and training in selected fields will also be provided to scientists and PhD scholars. Dr. Chandrasekhar and Prof. D Narayana Rao discussed the setting up of the Atal Innovation Center and Analytical Center at SRM University soon. Dr. Shailaja, Dr. M. Chandrasekharam, Dr. Pratima Mayankar of CSIR-IICT, Dr Anil Suresh and Dr S. Mannathan of SRM-AP were also present on this momentous occasion.