ATMED, Anna University sign MoU to boost medical device industry-academia collaboration
The collaboration will also promote joint workshops, seminars, faculty-industry interactions, student innovations, and opportunities to access Anna University’s technical infrastructure
The Association of Tamil Nadu Medical Device Industry (ATMED) and Anna University have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration between industry and academia, with the goal of fostering innovation in Tamil Nadu's medical device sector. The agreement was formalized between V. Kumaresan, registrar of Anna University, and Samuel William George, president of ATMED, during a ceremony held at Anna University on November 3.
The primary objectives of this partnership include aligning academic knowledge with the needs of the industry through student internships, providing opportunities for industrial exposure, employment, technical training, research, product development, and technology commercialization. This collaboration will also involve joint workshops, seminars, and interactions between faculty and industry professionals, as well as support for student innovations.
Additionally, ATMED's network of member companies will facilitate industrial exposure, mentorship, and employment opportunities, all while contributing to the development of skilled professionals and indigenous medical technologies. The MoU was signed by officials from both ATMED and the Biomedical Engineering Department of Anna University.
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