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Cross-border · Research collaboration · South Korea

Gyeongsang National University president visits IPB University to discuss double degrees and joint research

A delegation from South Korea's Gyeongsang National University, led by its president, met IPB University's acting rector on 2 November to discuss double degrees, exchanges, a research centre and smart agriculture.

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Why it matters: Students and researchers at IPB University and Gyeongsang National University are the parties named in options discussed, including double degrees, internships, student exchange and joint publications.

IPB University in Indonesia said it hosted a delegation from Gyeongsang National University (GNU), South Korea, led by GNU President Jin-Hwe Kweon, on Monday 2 November at its Dramaga campus.

The delegation was formally received by Prof Deni Noviana, IPB University's acting (Plh) rector, according to the university.

According to IPB University, the two sides discussed possible double degree programmes, internships, a research centre, student exchange, strengthening of a Smart Agriculture study programme, joint research and co-authored publications.

Kweon said IPB University had changed considerably and had strong potential as a strategic partner for GNU, citing its research and agricultural science.

Editor’s view

Joseph Lopez, Collaboration Editor

The visit affects students and researchers at both universities, and if the options discussed are taken forward, they would gain routes such as double degrees, exchanges and joint research in areas including smart agriculture; IPB University reported the items as discussed rather than agreed.

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