Collaboration of Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Science & Research Centre with the Universities, Institutions or Organizations having similar Aims and/or Objectives

Objectives:

  • To identify common goals and objectives of the collaborating Institutions and exploring the possibilities of working on them collectively and severally.
  • To carry out exchange of experts and knowledge available with either of the collaborating institution.
  • To develop exchange programs for internship in early as well as mid-career development.
  • To develop Expert systems in different streams of Mining Research and Innovation with use of AI.
  • To conduct professional development programs in mining so as to bring out the latent talent.
  • To initiate learning programs for fresh graduates and postgraduates.

Our Collaborations:

BITS Pilani is an all-India institute for higher education with the primary aim of training young men and women to be able and eager to create and put into action ideas, methods, techniques, and information.

Curtin University a leading Australian university with campuses in Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Mauritius and Dubai offering undergraduate, postgraduate and research opportunities.

Vision
  • To have a long-term collaborative effort in mining education and its research & development, while empowering one and all to drive innovation.
Mission
  • To foster collaboration through exchange of knowledge between the collaborating institutions through new ideas, and knowledge leading to research and innovation for further advancement of this mining science.

Action Points/Plans:

Identifying Common Goals:
  • Conduct joint workshops to identify and prioritize shared interests in mining education, research, and development.
  • Work on topics of common interests and take them up for collaborative research.
Knowledge and Expert Exchange:
  • Organize exchange programs for officials/scientists to share expertise and their diverse perspectives.
  • Develop collaborative research projects and publications to the combined strengths of both collaborating institutions.
  • Establish a collaborative online platform for sharing research resources, and findings.
Early/Mid-Career Development:
  • Implement student exchange programs for research and internships opportunities.
  • Organize joint seminars and workshops on early career development and professional skills.
  • Develop and offer online learning opportunities in specialized mining topics through collaboration.
  • Organize mining industry visits and conferences to expose scientists/officials that would spark interest to diverse aspects of the mining sector.
Talent Development:
  • Collaborating to establish research labs and/or innovation hubs to attract and retain top talent in the field.
  • Deliver joint professional development programs by introducing courses / research fellowship / scholarship program for students/ scientific professionals/ talented individuals by incorporating high-end technology, sustainability, and leadership in mining research.