MoU signed between NIT Raipur, Zoom-My-Life, California, USA in AI-driven healthcare innovations
   Date :01-Feb-2025

MoU signed between NIT Raipur
 
 
Staff Reporter :
 
RAIPUR
 
In an initiative aimed to enhance research and development in artificial intelligence applications for biomedical and medical advancements, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Zoom-My-Life, California, USA. The agreement was formalised in the presence of Prof N V Ramana Rao, Director, NIT Raipur, Srinivas Sreepada, Founder & CEO of Zoom-My-Life, along with representatives from both institutions. During this, Dean (Academics) Dr Shrish Verma, Head (Career Development Center) Dr Sameer Bajpai, Dean (Faculty Welfare) Dr. D Sanyal, Dean (Research and Consultancy) Dr G P S C Mishra, HoD, Department of Biomedical Engineering Dr Arindam Bit and faculty members were present. The MoU outlines a collaborative framework for joint research in AI-driven diagnostics and treatment strategies to improve healthcare outcomes. Both organisations will work together to identify and pursue research initiatives, develop innovative and cost-effective treatment solutions, and advance diagnostic accuracy.
 
The MOU also involves consultancy services, leveraging the combined expertise of NIT Raipur and Zoom-My-Life to contribute meaningfully to the healthcare sector. Additionally, the agreement establishes guidelines for intellectual property rights to ensure equitable sharing of innovations arising from joint efforts. The collaboration remains open to further cooperative ventures in areas of mutual interest. This strategic alliance is expected to stand-in innovation, promote academic exchange, and address critical challenges in the biomedical domain through collaborative research and practical applications. Both NIT Raipur and Zoom-My-Life expressed confidence in the potential impact of this partnership, which takes effect immediately following the MoU signing. Dr. Bikesh Kumar Singh, Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, NIT Raipur, has been designated as the coordinator for all collaborative activities with Zoom-My-Life.