University of Liverpool and IIT Delhi Sign MoU to Boost India-UK Research Collaboration

New Delhi, March 19, 2026: The University of Liverpool and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen academic collaboration and advance joint research across key technology domains.

The agreement was signed by Professor Tariq Ali, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement and Partnerships at the University of Liverpool, and Professor Anil Verma, Dean of International Relations at IIT Delhi. The MoU establishes a framework for long-term cooperation in high-impact areas such as quantum technologies, biomedical devices and diagnostics, and artificial intelligence (AI).

The collaboration follows a recent faculty delegation visit by the University of Liverpool to IIT Delhi. During the visit, a focused session brought together faculty members from IIT Delhi’s Department of Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology, the Kusuma School of Biological Sciences, and the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, setting the foundation for future joint initiatives.

Professor Tariq Ali, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement and Partnerships at the University of Liverpool, said, "Our partnership with IIT Delhi represents an exciting opportunity to bring together the strengths of two research-intensive institutions committed to advancing knowledge and innovation. IIT Delhi has a fantastic global reputation in science, engineering and innovation and we are delighted to have established a joint seed fund to catalyse new initiatives. We will explore new frontiers in areas such as quantum technologies, biomedical engineering, and artificial intelligence. I am confident that by working together we will not only advance scientific discovery but also contribute to addressing some of the most pressing technological and societal challenges facing the world today."

Professor Anil Verma, Dean of International Relations, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi said, "At IIT Delhi, we believe global academic partnerships play an important role in advancing research and innovation. Our collaboration with the University of Liverpool brings together complementary strengths and shared ambitions to deepen research engagement and create new opportunities for impact. We look forward to building a strong platform for joint research and innovation initiatives that will generate meaningful impact for both institutions and address challenges common to India and the UK."

Through this partnership, both institutions will jointly explore opportunities to leverage their complementary expertise, promote faculty collaboration, and support the development of innovative research projects. The MoU is expected to further strengthen India–UK academic ties and create a sustained platform for collaborative research and knowledge exchange.