IIT Hyderabad Joins Forces with JICA to Promote Design Innovation, Check Details Here

The partnership between IITH and JICA flourished with the successful completion of the JICA Chair Lecture Series, attracting 200 young design enthusiasts and paving the way for future collaborative and educational endeavours. Check details here 

IIT Hyderabad Joins Forces with JICA

The partnership between the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) achieved milestones with the triumphant conclusion of the JICA Chair Lecture Series. This event united 200 young design aficionados, laying a solid foundation for forthcoming collaborations and educational ventures. Additionally, the vibrant 2nd edition of "Ayaam," the Annual Fest of the Department of Design at IITH, brought added excitement to the proceedings.

The JICA Chair Lecture Series was graced by esteemed speakers, who imparted knowledge on design and innovation. Dr. Hidetoshi Ohno, an honoured Professor Emeritus at the University of Tokyo and the leading figure at APL Design Workshop, presented an overview of his celebrated career. His presentation included highlights of his significant contributions, such as the University of Tokyo's Institute of Physics and Mathematics and the Sports & Cultural Complex at IITH.

The event, held at the Auditorium, Convention Centre, IITH, witnessed an enthusiastic audience. The success of these engaging lectures and Ayaam has set a positive tone for future collaborations between IITH and JICA, further enhancing the academic and cultural ties between the two Nations - India and Japan.

Dr Yozo Fujino, President of Josai University and Professor Emeritus, highlighted his expertise in bridge dynamics, control, and monitoring, drawing on lessons learned from 50 years of bridge research, including the iconic Akashi Kaikyō Bridge. Dr Yoshiyuki Kawazoe, Associate Professor at the University of Tokyo, shared his architectural works and design philosophy, emphasizing the importance of spaces like the "Hotel" and "General Library Annex at the University of Tokyo" in fostering creativity and community gathering and the idea behind the Design of Knowledge Centre at IITH.

Prof B S Murty, Director, IITH, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, "The second annual JICA Chair Lecture Series underscores the significance of the IITH-Japan relationship in fostering innovation and knowledge exchange in the field of design for both the Nations. I hope that this lecture series continues to build strong relation between IITH & JICA and also India and Japan."

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