Novo Nordisk GBS and MAHE signed an MoU to collaborate in pharma and healthcare, involving innovation projects, education, internships, and CSR efforts.

The memorandum was signed on August 3 at Manipal campus and remains valid for two years.

Commenting on the collaboration, Dr Prasanna Kumar, Vice President, Global Safety, Novo Nordisk GBS said -

“We are delighted to be joining hands with a reputed academic institute like MAHE and strongly believe that this partnership will help in further exploring opportunities in multidisciplinary areas of mutual interest. With access to the academic talent pool at MAHE in collaboration with specialists at Novo Nordisk GBS, we believe we can significantly enhance our innovation contribution to the Indian academic ecosystem and ultimately improve health.”

Lt. Gen. (Dr) M. D. Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor, MAHE said -

“We are excited about the huge potential that this MoU holds between MAHE and Novo Nordisk GBS for innovation in healthcare. By combining our expertise, resources, and shared vision, we will create an ecosystem that fosters breakthrough research and facilitates the development of innovative solutions.”

Dr Sharath Rao, Pro Vice-Chancellor-Health Sciences, MAHE said -

“MAHE and Novo Nordisk GBS will work together to develop training programs and workshops to enhance the skills of healthcare professionals, researchers, and students. This collaboration will promote continuous learning, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and empower individuals to excel in their respective fields.”

Dr Giridhar P Kini, Registrar, MAHE said -

“With the signing of this MoU, we are confident that the collaboration will be a good value addition and accelerate growth in the healthcare sector, thus benefitting the society.”

Dr Harish Kumar S., Professor and Director, Corporate Relations, MAHE added -

“We are very happy to collaborate with Novo Nordisk GBS to foster multidimensional industry-academia engagement. We have always been committed to innovation, technology, and digital advancement, and that has led us to this remarkable collaboration. I would like to applaud the entire MAHE team for their hard work and thank Novo Nordisk GBS for their trust in us. We will continue to push the envelope and inspire future generations through our partnerships and initiatives.”

Novo Nordisk GBS’s second academic partnership, following MoU with IIIT Bangalore in May 2023.