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̽»¨ÂÛ̳-IIT renews partnership with University of Limoges, France

by Michelle Jeanne Casiple Caracut | Apr 28 2024

 

̽»¨ÂÛ̳ (̽»¨ÂÛ̳-IIT) has reaffirmed its commitment to international collaboration by renewing its Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with University of Limoges (UniLim) in France. 

The renewal ceremony took place on April 11 at the Seda Centrio Hotel in Cagayan de Oro City. It was made possible through the efforts of the Department of Physics of the College of Science and Mathematics, which has been instrumental in fostering successful collaborations between the two universities.

This mutually beneficial agreement highlights the shared commitment of both universities to advance education, research, and cultural exchanges. With a strong emphasis on strengthening friendship and cooperation, the renewed MOU aims to create a solid foundation for future endeavors.

The objectives of this framework agreement are to foster equity, reciprocity, and mutual understanding between the universities and their researchers. By promoting and developing academic cooperation, both universities seek to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and global understanding.

The renewed partnership between ̽»¨ÂÛ̳-IIT and the University of Limoges will facilitate the following areas of collaboration:

1. Exchange of academic and administrative staff, creating opportunities for knowledge-sharing and professional growth
2. Collaborative research efforts, allowing for the exchange and presentation of valuable insights and discoveries
3. Sharing of academic materials, publications, theses, and other scientific information, bolstering the body of knowledge accessible to scholars in both institutions

 

The signing ceremony was attended by Institute for Ceramics Research (IRCER) Director Philippe Thomas and Asst. Prof. Romain Lucas-Roper, both from UniLim; Chancellor Alizedney M. Ditucalan; Vice Chancellor for International Affairs, Dr. Joey Genevieve T. Martinez; PRISM Director, Dr. Mylene M. Uy; faculty members from the Department of Physics, and personnel from the Office of Communications.

During their visit to Cagayan de Oro from April 8 to 12, Asst. Prof. Lucas-Roper conducted an online lecture for ̽»¨ÂÛ̳-IIT students on the topic "Organic Chemistry for Ceramics." Additionally, Director Thomas and Asst. Prof. Lucas-Roper engaged in research discussions with the Department of Physics, further enhancing academic collaboration.

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