New Delhi, March 5 Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India announced on Thursday that it has partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi for joint research programs, creating shared pathways for knowledge development.
The two organizations have formalized this through a five-year master research agreement, strengthening efforts to bring academia and industry closer through joint research.
The association will focus on research areas that support the future of mobility and engineering systems, MBRDI said in a statement.
These include quantum technologies, future materials, neuromorphic engineering, and electric mobility, where fundamental research and applied engineering intersect to create opportunities for knowledge development and intellectual property creation, it added.
"We envision a future where academia and industry are systematically partnering to address real-world challenges and achieve meaningful breakthroughs. In that context, our collaboration with IIT Delhi is a significant step forward for our legacy of innovation, helping us redefine mobility faster and better," said Manu Saale, MD and CEO of MBRDI.
Through this initiative, the institute seeks to advance high-quality research and generate impactful innovations that enable sustainable, affordable, and future-ready mobility, said Preeti Ranjan Panda, Dean of Corporate Relations at Indian Institute of Technology Delhi.
