The General Establishment for Geology and Mineral Resources and the University of Damascus have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at enhancing scientific, research, and applied cooperation between the two parties. This came during the Academic-Industrial Forum organized by the Faculty of Science at the university, with participation from representatives of industrial, academic, and applied sectors in Syria.
The Ministry of Energy stated, via its Telegram channel on Monday, that the memorandum was signed by the General Establishment's Director General, Sarraj Al-Hariri, and the University of Damascus President, Dr. Mustafa Sa'im Al-Dahr. The agreement aims to expand cooperation areas and leverage the shared scientific and research expertise and capacities of both institutions.
Developing Academic-Industrial Partnerships
The Ministry noted that the forum discussed ways to strengthen integration between academic institutions and production sectors, and to utilize scientific research outputs in addressing technical and technological challenges. This aims to improve work efficiency and develop applied solutions supporting national industry, especially during the reconstruction phase.
The forum included dialogue sessions on developing academic-industrial partnerships, as well as visits to several scientific and research laboratories at the Faculty of Science to review their capabilities, and an exhibition of research and projects with applied value. The forum was held at the Physics Hall within the faculty, aiming to enhance cooperation between universities and production sectors.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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