Aston University has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with hospital chain Max Healthcare India for various joint projects including research and development, staff training and knowledge exchange.
The MoU was signed by Aston University’s Professor Osama Khan, deputy vice-chancellor (academic) and Dr Vinita Jha, director – research & academics at Max Healthcare, during a visit by the Max Healthcare team to the University.
Max Healthcare India owns and operates hospitals and healthcare facilities at various locations across the country.
The joint endeavours planned by the partners include collaborative research projects for communicable and non-communicable human diseases with basic, translational and clinical research, and exploring joint funding.
A key part of the collaboration will be sharing knowledge and developing networks. Ths will allow information sharing and communication between scientists, epidemiologists, data analysts, clinicians, public health and industry professionals in mutual research areas. The partners will develop opportunities for joint training, fellowships and exchange visits, and hope to organise joint research symposia, conferences and meetings.
Professor Khan said:
“The collaboration between Max Healthcare and Aston University represents a significant step towards integrating clinical excellence with academic innovation. This partnership aims to foster advancements in healthcare through joint research and educational initiatives. Bridging continents and disciplines, Max Healthcare and Aston University unite to pioneer transformative healthcare solutions, blending India’s clinical expertise with the UK’s academic innovation to shape a healthier global future.”
Dr Sandeep Budhiraja, group medical director at Max Healthcare, said:
“This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to integrating global expertise into our academic and research ecosystem. Collaborating with Aston University will enhance our capabilities in clinical research, innovation, and capacity building, ultimately helping us deliver better care to our patients and contribute to the global healthcare landscape.”
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