Professor Seeram Ramakrishna to deliver a public lecture at Sumgayit State University
Professor Seeram Ramakrishna, Director of the Center for Sustainability and Nanotechnology at the National University of Singapore, ranked among the top 8 universities in the world, and recognized as one of the most prestigious researchers globally will deliver a public lecture at Sumgayit State University titled “Pathways to Sustainability: Role of 21st Century Higher Education and Innovation”.
The event will include discussions on educational, research and innovation strategies that universities can implement, the establishment of beneficial collaborations between universities and industry, favorable national policies and regulations for higher education and innovation, and the best relevant practices worldwide.
Those interested in participating are requested to register via the link below. Selected participants will receive an electronic invitation.
https://forms.office.com/r/rBy9aXFzLf
Date: September 11, 2024
Venue: Sumgayit State University
Important Note: Those who have received an electronic invitation can attend the lecture. The event will be conducted in English with translation into Azerbaijani.
You can find more detailed information about the lecture and the speaker below:
Pathways to Sustainability: Role of 21st Century Higher Education and Innovation
Human societies | countries across the planet Earth thrived by harnessing its resources and engineering the nature for own survival and growth. Anthropogenic effects in recent decades are exponential when compared to the past 12,000 years. UN advocates 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) as a guide for quality human development and sustainability. Myriad anthropogenic activities must embrace decarbonization and circular economy pathways to realise sustainability.
National governments, industries, and businesses around the world have pledged decarbonization and circular economy goals. However, their levels of commitment as well as follow through actions are not consistent and sporadic. This is attributed to their a) diversely unique contexts, b) other competing priorities, c) lack of knowledge and access to innovation, d) unprepared human capital, and e) inadequate foresight to seize the emerging opportunities.
This public lecture seeks to address key questions such as:
a) What education strategies universities can pursue?
b) What research and innovation strategies universities can pursue?
c) How can universities and companies work together for mutual benefit?
d) What are the conducive national policies and regulations?
e) What are the best practices around the world?
f) What is the future of world economy?
g) What is the future of innovation?
h) What is the future of living?
About the Lecturer
Dr Seeram Ramakrishna is a world-renowned professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS), which is ranked among the top 8 universities in the world. He is named among the World’s Most Influential Minds and highly cited cross-field researcher. Highest professional distinctions include an elected International Fellow | Academician of Chinese Academy of Engineering; UK Royal Academy of Engineering (FREng); Indian National Academy of Engineering; ASEAN Academy of Engineering and Technology; and Singapore Academy of Engineering. He received a PhD from the University of Cambridge, UK, and TGMP from Harvard University, USA. He received advanced research experiences from MIT and Johns Hopkins University, USA and KIT, Japan. His academic leadership includes NUS’s Vice-President (Research Strategy); Dean of NUS Faculty of Engineering; Director of NUS Enterprise; and Director of NUS Nanoscience & Nanotechnology Initiative. He founded the Global Engineering Deans Council. He advocates circular economy towards zero waste and decarbonization.
The event will include discussions on educational, research and innovation strategies that universities can implement, the establishment of beneficial collaborations between universities and industry, favorable national policies and regulations for higher education and innovation, and the best relevant practices worldwide.
Those interested in participating are requested to register via the link below. Selected participants will receive an electronic invitation.
https://forms.office.com/r/rBy9aXFzLf
Date: September 11, 2024
Venue: Sumgayit State University
Important Note: Those who have received an electronic invitation can attend the lecture. The event will be conducted in English with translation into Azerbaijani.
You can find more detailed information about the lecture and the speaker below:
Pathways to Sustainability: Role of 21st Century Higher Education and Innovation
Human societies | countries across the planet Earth thrived by harnessing its resources and engineering the nature for own survival and growth. Anthropogenic effects in recent decades are exponential when compared to the past 12,000 years. UN advocates 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) as a guide for quality human development and sustainability. Myriad anthropogenic activities must embrace decarbonization and circular economy pathways to realise sustainability.
National governments, industries, and businesses around the world have pledged decarbonization and circular economy goals. However, their levels of commitment as well as follow through actions are not consistent and sporadic. This is attributed to their a) diversely unique contexts, b) other competing priorities, c) lack of knowledge and access to innovation, d) unprepared human capital, and e) inadequate foresight to seize the emerging opportunities.
This public lecture seeks to address key questions such as:
a) What education strategies universities can pursue?
b) What research and innovation strategies universities can pursue?
c) How can universities and companies work together for mutual benefit?
d) What are the conducive national policies and regulations?
e) What are the best practices around the world?
f) What is the future of world economy?
g) What is the future of innovation?
h) What is the future of living?
About the Lecturer
Dr Seeram Ramakrishna is a world-renowned professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS), which is ranked among the top 8 universities in the world. He is named among the World’s Most Influential Minds and highly cited cross-field researcher. Highest professional distinctions include an elected International Fellow | Academician of Chinese Academy of Engineering; UK Royal Academy of Engineering (FREng); Indian National Academy of Engineering; ASEAN Academy of Engineering and Technology; and Singapore Academy of Engineering. He received a PhD from the University of Cambridge, UK, and TGMP from Harvard University, USA. He received advanced research experiences from MIT and Johns Hopkins University, USA and KIT, Japan. His academic leadership includes NUS’s Vice-President (Research Strategy); Dean of NUS Faculty of Engineering; Director of NUS Enterprise; and Director of NUS Nanoscience & Nanotechnology Initiative. He founded the Global Engineering Deans Council. He advocates circular economy towards zero waste and decarbonization.
