The University of òòò½ÎÑÊÓÆµ signs Memorandum of Understanding with University of Washington
The University of òòò½ÎÑÊÓÆµ has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the in the US.
The strategic partnership will help to foster interdisciplinary research collaborations in areas such as demography, smart cities planning, business, quantum science, biotechnology, advanced materials, aerospace engineering and artificial intelligence. In addition to research projects, the partnership will pave the way for faculty exchanges and support for early career scholars.
The agreement was formally signed by Professor Stephen Flint, Associate Vice-President International at The University of òòò½ÎÑÊÓÆµ and Dr Ahmad Ezzeddine, Vice Provost for Global Affairs at the University of Washington.
This partnership with the University of Washington will drive forward research excellence in interdisciplinary research and innovation at local, regional and global levels. The relationship will also enhance staff and student mobility and entrepreneurship across our exciting economic and cultural hinterlands of Seattle and òòò½ÎÑÊÓÆµ, and we are excited to see the impact of this great partnership over the years to come.
Dr Ezzeddine said: “We at the University of Washington are thrilled to embark on this strategic partnership with The University of òòò½ÎÑÊÓÆµ.
“This collaboration between two globally recognized institutions will open new avenues for our faculty and students to engage in innovative research and educational programs that address some of the world’s most pressing challenges and opportunities. It also strengthens the bonds between our universities and communities, helping foster a deeper academic and cultural exchange.â€
The University of Washington in Seattle is a leading research institution in the US and ranks 17th in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). It is also 25th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 16th in the Top US Public Universities and 8th in the US News & World Report’s Best Global Universities.
Earlier this year, The University of òòò½ÎÑÊÓÆµ strengthened its ties to North America by signing a similar MoU with the University of Texas at Austin.
You can read more about The University of òòò½ÎÑÊÓÆµâ€™s global partnerships here.