The DST-Technology Enabling Centre, University of Hyderabad, successfully hosted a two-day symposium on Technology Development, Assessment, and Transfer on January 9th and 10th, 2025. The event brought together key stakeholders from academia, industry, and the scientific community to discuss the latest advancements and best practices in technology transfer and development.
Renowned experts from diverse fields shared their insights and experiences, fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas. A highlight of the symposium was the Fireside Chat session held on the evening of January 9th. Esteemed speakers included Mr. BVR Mohan Reddy, a trailblazer in the IT industry; Prof. B.J. Rao, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Hyderabad; Prof. V. Ramgopal Rao, Vice-Chancellor of BITS Pilani; and Dr. Ravi Kumar, Managing Director of XCyton, Bangalore.
The session offered an engaging discussion on “Enabling Policies for Enhanced Industry-Academia Linkages,” providing valuable perspectives to participants from across the nation. The symposium, attended by academicians, entrepreneurs, and members of the scientific community, was held at Ella Hotels, Gachibowli, Hyderabad.
This collaborative platform emphasized the importance of strengthening industry-academia connections and facilitating impactful technological advancements.