The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's (IITK) Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) joined forces with Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences (UPUMS) in Saifai, Etawah, sealing a pivotal partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) inked on August 26th, 2023.

Prof. Ankush Sharma, overseeing Innovation and Incubation at IIT Kanpur, and Prof. (Dr) Prabhat Kumar Singh, Vice Chancellor of Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences, were the signatories to this collaborative endeavor.

This groundbreaking alliance aims to spearhead advancements in non-invasive medical devices, leveraging the combined expertise of both institutions. UPUMS will play a crucial role in facilitating essential clinical trials for these devices, steering them towards practical applications that benefit patients.

Beyond the realms of conventional collaboration, the partnership between SIIC IIT Kanpur and Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences encompasses a multifaceted approach. It includes elevating mentoring, training, and research quality, providing startups and innovators access to shared resources. The initiative fosters dynamic collaboration among diverse stakeholders through interactive events, shared research infrastructure, and expertise within a collaborative framework. Moreover, it involves joint participation in pivotal healthcare projects at both national and international levels.

This strategic alliance heralds a new chapter in healthcare innovation, capitalizing on the collective strengths of academia and medical expertise to drive tangible advancements in the field, ultimately enhancing healthcare outcomes on a broader scale.