June 03, 2023
Berkeley and Sweden's KTH Forge Landmark Partnership to Drive Technological Advancements
B Berkeley and Sweden's KTH Royal Institute of Technology have embarked on a ground-breaking partnership, solidifying their commitment to technological advancements through a comprehensive five-year agreement. The momentous deal, announced during US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's recent visit to Scandinavia, aims to foster educational and research exchanges in crucial areas such as computer science, biotechnology, chemistry, mechanical engineering, and basic scientific exploration.
The agreement not only cements the ties between these distinguished institutions but also presents a multitude of opportunities for collaboration. Joint research projects, conferences, workshops, and exchanges of faculty, students, postdocs, and academic publications are among the avenues that will be explored, promising to create a vibrant network with far-reaching influence.
…we are excited about expanding our connection to KTH to advance innovation in the interest of society, to support researchers, and to increase global opportunities for our students...
Anders Söderholm, President of KTH, emphasised the significance of the agreement, stating, "This agreement is one way our respective universities can build on the importance of US-Swedish relations. California and Sweden are thousands of miles apart, but when it comes to our commitments to sustainable societal development and digital transformation, we are very much on the same page."
"Our students and researchers will benefit from new networks that reach more people and have wider influence," added Söderholm, underscoring the potential impact of this collaboration on the academic community.
Moreover, this partnership aims to extend the "historically close" cooperation between Berkeley and KTH, united by a shared vision to push the boundaries of technological progress. The official signing ceremony took place during a two-day conference organised by KTH in San Francisco, where experts convened to deliberate on future skills, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence.
Under the comprehensive agreement, research endeavours will expand their scope to address pressing global challenges. Prioritising the pursuit of a more sustainable society and the identification of innovative solutions for the future, the collaboration is poised to make a significant impact.
Expressing her enthusiasm, Claire Tomlin, Chair of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley, stated, "We are excited about expanding our connection to KTH to advance innovation in the interest of society, to support researchers, and to increase global opportunities for our students. This collaboration is sure to bring us closer to a more sustainable future."
The Berkeley-KTH agreement represents a monumental stride in international cooperation within the realm of technology. With the combined expertise and resources of these esteemed institutions, ground-breaking advancements in various fields are anticipated, promising to shape the future of technological innovation.
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