Industry-Academia Collaboration at IRIIC
IRIIC, UIU is dedicated to fostering a culture of research, innovation, incubation, and commercialization, utilizing 4IR technologies in Bangladesh
Institute of Research, Innovation, Incubation and Commercialization (IRIIC), United International University (UIU) met with Unilever Bangladesh Limited, Foreign Investors’ Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) for Industry-Academia Collaboration at UIU Campus on Wednesday.
The IRIIC, UIU had the esteemed privilege to welcome Zaved Akhter, Chairman and MD of Unilever Bangladesh Limited, President, Foreign Investors’ Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) and TIM Nurul Kabir, Executive Director of FICCI.
Zaved Akhter – Chairman and MD of Unilever Bangladesh Limited, President, Foreign Investors’ Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)
The distinguished guests were cordially guided through an extensive tour of the cutting-edge Research and Development (R&D) facility by the Director of IRIIC, UIU, Prof Khondaker A Mamun, PhD showcasing AIMS Lab, Brain Computer Interface Research Lab, University Innovation Hub, Centre for Digital Health Innovation and Policy Research, and Industry & Academia Collaboration Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution, all are under one institute.
IRIIC, UIU is dedicated to fostering a culture of research, innovation, incubation, and commercialization, utilizing 4IR technologies in Bangladesh.
The visit left Zaved Akhter and TIM Nurul Kabir deeply impressed by the dynamic research environment, and the outcome of the game-changing projects sparking a profound interest that led them to express their strong enthusiasm for establishing a collaborative partnership with IRIIC, UIU.
IRIIC, UIU is actively engaged in efforts to promote industry-academia collaboration, a goal that resonates with both Unilever and FICCI.
Discussions during the visit were centred on the shared objectives of these esteemed organizations in advancing research, innovation, incubation, and commercialization initiatives.
Unilever Bangladesh Limited, a global leader in the consumer goods industry known for its commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices, found the R&D facilities at IRIIC, UIU exemplary.
Zaved Akhter, the visionary CEO, emphasized the numerous opportunities within IRIIC, UIU.
He specifically highlighted transformative projects like CMED Health: Digital Health Inclusion Initiative for Universal Health Coverage, Neuro marketing, and Bolte Chai which are poised to have a significant impact on people, and businesses and aid Children with Special Needs.
Recognizing the game-changing potential of these initiatives, both Zaved Akhter and TIM Nurul Kabir expressed their enthusiasm and eagerness to collaborate on these pioneering projects.
FICCI, an institution driving economic growth and development in Bangladesh, shares a commitment to creating an environment conducive to industrial growth and innovation. Both the guests provided insights into FICCI’s dedication, aligning seamlessly with the goal of IRIIC, UIU.
The collaborative potential between Unilever, FICCI, and IRIIC, UIU promises to be a catalyst for advancing research, innovation, incubation, and commercialization endeavors in Bangladesh
