IIT Palakkad and Pentagon Rugged systems India Private Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 16th May 2025. The MoU establishes a collaboration on academic and research activities including Joint project proposals to funding agencies, Product development based on collaborative research outcomes etc. The MoU was formally signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan, Dean (ICSR), IIT Palakkad and Dr. Swaminathan Manikandan, Managing Director, Pentagon Rugged systems India Private Limited.
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IIT Palakkad and Autodesk in India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 9th May 2025, to advance skill development in the DesignandMake industries. The milestone collaboration, formalized by Prof. A. Seshadri Sekhar, Director of IIT Palakkad, and Smitha Raghunathan, Interim Regional Director of Autodesk India & SAARC, aims to drive immersive learning, research collaboration, and curriculum innovation in architecture, engineering, construction (AEC), and design and manufacturing.
IIT Palakkad signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Tsilicon,Bengaluru on 9th May 2025. The MoU establishes a collaboration on research activities, including joint project proposal to funding agencies,product development based on collaborative research outcomes, student internships and faculty mentorship etc. The MoU was formally signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan, Dean (ICSR), IIT Palakkad and Shri.Rama Rao Kotapally, Managing director, Tsilicon,Bengaluru.
IIT Palakkad signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences on 6th May 2025. The MoU focuses on collaboration in the field of renewable energy. The MoU was formally signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan, Dean (ICSR), and Dr.Athira P,Dean(Academics), IIT Palakkad, and Dr.S.J.Vijay, Registrar, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences.
IIT Palakkad has signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) with Climate ETC Technology Services Private Limited, Bengaluru on 22nd April 2025. The NDA was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan, Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad and Mr.Wilson Lawrence, Climate ETC Technology Services Private Limited, Bengaluru.
IIT Palakkad signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Institute of Engineering and Management(IEM) Kolkata on 23rd April 2025. The MoU focuses on collaboration on academic and research activities including exchange of information on research and educational programmes, joint organization of seminars, conferences, workshops and short-term courses. The MoU was formally signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan, Dean (ICSR), IIT Palakkad and Prof. Dr. Satyajit Chakrabarti, Director, IEM, Kolkata.
IIT Palakkad signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Exodyne Pvt. Ltd. on 30th April 2025. The MoU focuses on collaborative proposals and developing indigenous technologies on navigation and positioning systems. The MoU was formally signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan, Dean (ICSR), IIT Palakkad and Mr.Prasanth K. Prasad, Director operations,Exodyne Pvt. Ltd.
IIT Palakkad signed an MoU with the Translational Research and Professional Leadership Centre (TPLC) of the Government Engineering College Barton Hill (GECBH), Trivandrum, on April 7, 2025. The MoU focuses on collaborative academic and research activities between the two institutions.The MoU was formally signed by Dr. Athira P., Dean Academics, IIT Palakkad; Prof. Santhakumar Mohan, Dean (ICSR), IIT Palakkad; and Dr. Shiny G., Principal, GEC Barton Hill, Trivandrum.
IIT Palakkad signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Dr Hiremath Global Enterprises, Dubai & Bengaluru, on 26th March 2025. The MoU establishes Collaboration on academic and research activities including joint project proposals to funding agencies, Product development based on collaborative research outcomes etc. The MoU was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan (Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad) and Dr. Vishwannath Hiremath, Director of Dr Hiremath Global Enterprises, Dubai & Bengaluru.
IIT Palakkad signed a Memorandum of Understanding with National Research Development Corporation(NRDC), New Delhi, on 23rd January 2025. The MoU establishes collaboration in development of technologies and their successful transfer to industry for commercialisation and socio-economic benefits. The MoU was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan (Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad) and Commodore Amit Rastogi (Retd), Chairman & Managing Director,NRDC.
IIT Palakkad signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Technopark Technology Business Incubator(T-TBI), Thiruvananthapuram, on 11th February 2025. The MoU establishes a partnership to establish and maintain a collaborative relationship between KSUM and IITPKD aimed at advancing the R&D startup ecosystem in the state. The MoU was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan (Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad) and Mr.Anoop Ambika,CEO,Kerala Startup Mission(KSUM).
IIT Palakkad signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Vass Softwares & Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Chennai, on 27th March 2025. The MoU establishes Collaboration on joint project proposals to funding agencies, sharing of databases for research and product validation, product development based on collaborative research outcomes, student internships and faculty mentorship, collaborative research publications and patents. The MoU was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan (Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad) and Shri. P.T Venkatesh, Director, Vass Softwares & Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
IIT Palakkad signed a Memorandum of Understanding with APChemi, Mumbai on 15th November 2024. Both parties are united by common interest and objectives, and they shall create channel of communication and collaboration that will encourage and advance relevant operations. The MoU establishes a partnership for collaborative proposal on biomass valorization,Hydrogen production and Pyrolysis technology. The MoU was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan (Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad) and Mr.Suhas Dixit,Director, APChemi,Mumbai.
IIT Palakkad signed a Memorandum of Understanding with New Age Makers Institute of Technology (NAMTECH), Gujarat. The collaboration between IIT Palakkad and NAMTECH aimed to leverage their complementary strengths to drive advancements in industrial technology and sustainability. As part of this partnership, both institutions envisioned joint initiatives such as internships, action research projects, faculty capacity development, consultancy assignments, guest lectures, and outreach activities. The MoU was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan (Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad), and Mr. Arunkumar Pillai, Director-General, NAMTECH.
IIT Palakkad has signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) with Triveni Engineering & Industries Limited to secure confidential informations related to design and development of operating mechanism for controllable pitch propeller. The NDA was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan, Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad and Shri. Rajiv Rajpal,CEO,Power Transmission Business, Triveni Engineering & Industries Limited.
A Technology Licensing Agreement with M/s. Archana Blocks, Rajapalayam for the technology “Carbonatable Fine-Grained Cementitious Matrix with Alternative Binders for Glass Reinforced Composites” has been signed jointly with IIT Palakkad and IIT Madras. The technology was developed by Prof. Ravindra Gettu (IIT Madras) and Dr. Sunitha K Nayar (IIT Palakkad) and their team as part of a DST SERB project. The invention focuses on developing a fine-grained concrete matrix tailored for durable glass-reinforced concrete (GRC) applications. This novel formulation integrates supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) to reduce carbon emissions, promote high carbonation potential, and achieve low-pH binders for enhanced durability. Designed for both structural and non-structural uses, such as facades, partition walls, and 3D-printed elements, it offers a cost-effective and sustainable solution. The use of glass fibers as reinforcement ensures improved tensile strength, crack resistance, and long-term performance.
IIT Palakkad signed an Memorandum of Understanding with Sahrdaya College of Engineering & Technology, Kodakara, Thrissur on 10 January 2025 to foster collaboration in academics, research, and industry engagement. The MoU establishes a partnership for collaborative efforts in Research & Development in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, aimed at developing new products, components, technologies, and methodologies. It also focuses on faculty development, hands-on training, providing internship opportunities for students, and fostering bilateral collaboration in academics and research. The MoU was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan (Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad), Prof. Anand T.N.C. (Dean Academics) and Rev. Fr. Dr. Anto Chungath (Executive Director, SCET).
IIT Palakkad signed a Project Agreement with Divyasampark iHub Roorkee on 29 November 2024 in connection to a project entitled “Design and development of implantable medical device with capsule endoscopic MIMO antennas utilizing RF energy” in furtherance of its implementation and realizing the part of objectives of National Mission on interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS). The project is secured by Dr. Sukomal Dey, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Palakkad.
An MoU was signed by IIT Palakkad with Natrinai Ventures Limited, Coimbatore on 26 December 2024 to nurture joint efforts in power electronics and energy systems. The partnership focuses on the design and development of grid-connected power electronic converters (PECs) interfaced with solar and battery energy storage, energy management systems, and lab-scale proof-of-concept demonstrations with support from NGE Green Energy. It also involves the study of existing product lines for performance improvements and cost reduction, along with manpower training, internships, and placements for students. The MoU was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan (Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad) and Shri. Sudharman Ezhil, CEO, Natrinai Ventures, in the presence of Professor A. Seshadri Sekhar, Director, IIT Palakkad.
IIT Palakkad signed an NDA with Texmo Industries, Coimbatore to explore aspects as to suitability/ compatibility/ commercialization/ specific solutions in respect of certain technology areas. The NDA was signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan, Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad and Shri. Purushotham Kausik, Officer Legal, Texmo Industries.