This year’s World IP Day focuses on the powerful role of music as a universal language — one that brings people together, evokes powerful emotions, drives social change, and fosters innovation. The seminar will bring legal experts, IT professionals, founders, academics, musicians, and authors to discuss the evolving landscape of intellectual property in the digital age.

Key Objectives:
– To explore the legal and technological aspects of protecting musical works and creative expressions in the digital era.
– To promote a culture of respect for intellectual property rights within academic, creative, and business communities.

Organized in collaboration with:
Institute of Research, Innovation, Incubation, and Commercialization (IRIIC), United International University (UIU), Standing Committee on IPR of Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS), and Medhashum — an Intellectual Property Rights platform.

We look forward to welcoming you to this important event celebrating creativity, innovation, and the essential role of intellectual property in our modern world.

We are excited to announce an exclusive high-level strategy dialogue on Unlocking AI’s Potential in Life Sciences, organized as part of the Harvard HSIL Hackathon 2025 – Bangladesh Round.

This dialogue will bring together global thought leaders, policy experts, AI researchers, and healthcare innovators to explore how Bangladesh can leverage AI to transform its life science and health ecosystem.

Moderated by Prof. Khondaker Abdullah Al Mamun, Director, IRIIC, other speakers are:

1. Wu Jianbo, Deputy Director, PATH, China
2. Tanvir Kobir Pavel, Co-Founder, HealthNext & Senior AI Researcher, Berlin, Germany
3. Dr. Samiha Hossain, Biomedical AI Researcher, Germany
4. Md. Shadman Sakib, CEO, Sheba Platform Ltd, Bangladesh

Key Highlights:

1. Thematic focus on AI in public health, data governance, regulation, and investment
2. Insights from international speakers from China, Germany, and Bangladesh

This session will be followed by mentorship, startup pitching, and the Bangladesh Hub Winner announcement of the Harvard HSIL Hackathon 2025.

The Harvard HSIL Hackathon 2025 is a global innovation challenge that brings together students, researchers, policymakers, and healthcare professionals to develop AI-powered solutions for critical health  challenges. Organized by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health – Health Systems Innovation Lab, this hackathon fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, pushing the boundaries of healthcare technology.

United International University (UIU) is proud to be the first and only Bangladesh Hub, providing a platform for local talent to showcase their innovative ideas and contribute to global healthcare advancements.

About Harvard HSIL Lab

The Health Systems Innovation Lab (HSIL) at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is a pioneering research initiative focused on transforming health systems worldwide. The lab works at the intersection of technology, policy, and health innovation, leveraging AI, data science, and cutting-edge research to address healthcare inequities. By organizing hackathons like this, HSIL nurtures a community of changemakers dedicated to building high-value health systems that enhance efficiency, accessibility, and patient care.

Focus Area

Participants will work on developing AI-driven solutions in areas such as:
Electronic Health Record Analysis – Enhancing data-driven decision-making in healthcare.
Diagnosis and Monitoring Improvements – AI-powered predictive models for early detection.
Intelligent Support Chatbots – AI-driven assistants for patient guidance and support.
Health Literacy & Preventive Health Engagement – Technology-driven awareness initiatives.
AI in Pediatrics – Innovative solutions for child healthcare.

Why Join?

• Collaborate with global experts in AI and healthcare.

• Solve real-world healthcare challenges and create meaningful impact.

• Receive mentorship and guidance from top researchers and professionals.

• Gain exposure and networking opportunities with international innovators.

The Institute of Research, Innovation, Incubation & Commercialization (IRIIC) at United International University (UIU) hosted a distinguished delegation from The World Bank on February 12, 2025. The delegation, led by Mr. Martin Raiser, Regional Vice President for the South Asia Region (SAR), and Ms. Gayle Martin, Interim Country Director for Bangladesh and Bhutan, included senior officials specializing in finance, investment, and economic development.

Session Highlights:

• Speakers:
  • Mr. Martin Raiser, Regional Vice President, South Asia Region, The World Bank
  • Ms. Gayle Martin, Interim Country Director, The World Bank
  • Prof. Dr. Abul Kashem Mia, Honorable Vice Chancellor, UIU
  • Prof. Khondaker A. Mamun, Director, IRIIC
• Key Topics:
  • Showcasing groundbreaking projects such as Smart AI Reception Assistant (SARA), Neuromarketing, and Suswastho.AI.
  • Exploring how emerging technologies like AI are shaping healthcare and consumer research.
  • Discussing the role of universities in fostering a startup ecosystem and supporting young entrepreneurs.
• Why Attend? – Discover how IRIIC is driving research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
  – Gain insights from The World Bank’s senior officials on global economic development.
  – Engage with student innovators and explore real-world applications of academic research.

The visit further reinforced IRIIC’s reputation as a leader in research and innovation, fostering industry-academia collaboration and strengthening its ties with global stakeholders.