ROORKEE, UTTARAKHAND: IIT Roorkee and Niigata University, Japan, have launched a Double Ph.D. Program to strengthen academic collaboration between India and Japan. Prof. K.K. Pant, Director of IIT Roorkee, and Prof. Matsuo Masayuki, Dean of Niigata University’s Graduate School of Science and Technology, signed an MoU to formalize the partnership, marking a significant step in international research cooperation.
The partnership between IIT Roorkee and Niigata University began with a visit from Prof. Tatsuo Ushiki, President of Niigata University, to IIT Roorkee, where both institutions discussed strengthening academic ties. Later, an IIT Roorkee delegation, including Director Prof. K.K. Pant and other senior faculty, visited Niigata University to explore deeper collaboration and finalize the Double Ph.D. Program.
Prof. K.K. Pant emphasized that this initiative will enhance students’ research capabilities and strengthen academic ties, while Prof. Matsuo Masayuki expressed excitement about nurturing researchers and addressing global challenges through joint efforts
About the Program
The Double Degree Program creates new opportunities for students to engage in high-impact research, fostering innovation and strengthening academic and scientific collaboration between India and Japan.
This program enables doctoral students to earn degrees from both IIT Roorkee and Niigata University, offering outstanding academic and research opportunities. It encourages student and researcher exchanges, providing access to diverse learning resources, expert mentorship, and a global outlook.
By fostering holistic development, the Double Degree Program empowers scholars to conduct impactful research and strengthen academic and scientific collaboration between India and Japan.
