Memorandum of Understanding with Mar Athanasius College of Engineering

Research Head: 
Dr. Afzaal Ahmed, Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering
Type of collaborations: 
An MoU is signed by IIT Palakkad with Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamanagalam on 06 November 2024. Through the MoU, the parties mutually agree to engage in collaborative efforts that include research and development in relevant areas of engineering and science, with the goal of creating new products, components, technologies, and methodologies through joint research initiatives. A cooperative approach will be taken for all mutually agreed-upon academic and research proposals, fostering shared contributions. The MoU also emphasizes faculty development through hands-on training in key areas, as well as the facilitation of internship opportunities and thesis work for undergraduate and postgraduate students, thereby promoting practical learning and growth in their respective fields. The MoU is signed by Prof. Santhakumar Mohan (Dean- Industry Collaboration and Sponsored Research, IIT Palakkad), Prof. Anand T. N. C. (Dean- Academics, IIT Palakkad) and Dr. Soni Kuriakose (HoD, Mechanical Engineering, MACE).