The faculty of pharmacy, in collaboration with the faculty of engineering and technology, University of Dhaka, and DAAD, Germany, have jointly organised a symposium on strengthening industry-academia partnership in healthcare and materials science at the DU Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Building.
The event was inaugurated with opening remarks by Professor Md Selim Reza, dean, faculty of pharmacy; and Professor Upama Kabir, dean, faculty of engineering and technology, University of Dhaka, said a press release on Sunday.
The symposium was convened by Professor Md Aslam Hossain, department of pharmaceutical technology, while Professor Shimul Halder served as member secretary.
The symposium brought together around 400 participants, including DU faculty members and students, representatives from various public and private universities, delegates from 30 leading pharmaceutical industries and government officials.
The chief guest of the inaugural session was Professor Niaz Ahmed Khan, vice-chancellor, University of Dhaka.
The academic sessions featured a plenary lecture by Professor Md Abdur Rashid, department of pharmaceutical chemistry, and a special lecture by Professor Emeritus AK Azad Chowdhury, department of clinical pharmacy and pharmacology, University of Dhaka.
In total, 46 presenters from academia and the pharmaceutical industry shared their research findings, demonstrating how collaborative approaches could foster innovation and address pressing challenges in healthcare and material science.
Additionally, 40 young researchers showcased their recent research through poster presentations, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange.
Two representatives from DAAD highlighted higher study and research opportunities in Germany, further encouraging international academic linkages.
The closing session was graced by Professor Mamun Ahmed, pro-VC, academic, University of Dhaka, as special guest. He also presented awards to the winners of the poster presentations, recognising their outstanding contributions.
This symposium fostered meaningful dialogue between academia and industry, paving the way for joint research, innovation, and capacity building.
