Manipal Academy of Higher Education collaborated with Deakin University, Australia to Transform Healthcare Through Technology and Research
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31/01/2025
Manipal : Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) collaborated with Deakin University, Australia to organize a prominent International Symposium on Technology for healthcare. The two-day symposium concluded with the purpose of improving medical technology and healthcare outcomes by bringing a diverse group of academic and clinical experts together to discuss revolutionary themes and establish meaningful partnerships.
Professor K. Baskaran, Associate Dean (International), Faculty of SEBE, Deakin University, and Dr. Satish Rao, MAHE, in their respective speeches, reflected and highlighted their institution’s shared vision of revolutionizing global healthcare through technology.
Professor K. Baskaran, Associate Dean (International), Faculty of SEBE, Deakin University, in collaboration with MAHE, said, “Deakin University is proud to partner with MAHE in this pivotal initiative, where technology and research converge to address the critical healthcare challenges of our time. As the global demand for innovative and accessible healthcare solutions intensifies, this collaboration exemplifies our shared vision to harness cutting-edge research and technological advancements to create tangible, life-changing impacts for communities worldwide.”
Dr. Sharath K Rao, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Health Sciences, MAHE, shared his thoughts, “The partnership between Manipal Academy of Higher Education and Deakin University will possibly bring out an advanced transformation of technology not only within the realm of the healthcare sector but also help establish the power of technology by setting an example.”
The symposium highlighted engaging discussions on crucial themes in digital health technologies and identified at least three joint research projects poised to push the boundaries of medical technology. Participants gained insights into MAHE’s robust research infrastructure and Deakin’s expertise in technology-driven healthcare solutions by getting involved in clinical and lab tours at Kasturba Medical College (KMC).
Dr. Narayana Sabhahit, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Technology & Sciences, MAHE, expressed his views, “The Deakin-MAHE partnership demonstrates how the convergence of interdisciplinary research and expertise sharing between Australia and India can address global healthcare challenges. This symposium underscores the transformative power of partnerships in fostering innovation and creating meaningful solutions.”
Priyanka Singh, Executive Director (South Asia), Deakin University, said, “By leveraging our collective strengths, we are not just advancing research but also paving the way for impactful outcomes that benefit both nations and beyond The International Symposium not only highlighted the importance of global partnerships in cultivating meaningful progress in healthcare technology but also symbolized another milestone in the longstanding collaboration between MAHE and Deakin University.
