Poland's Research Center, IBM Agree to Collaborate on Scientific Research

Poland’s Wroclaw Research Center, European Institute of Technology Plus (WRC EIT+) and IBM have agreed to collaborate on the advancement of scientific research, graduate education and technological development in fundamental and applied sciences.

 

IBM (News - Alert) officials said that the WRC EIT+ and the company are discussing several collaborative projects in the area of nanotechnology, life sciences and intelligent systems intended to deliver long-term and sustainable benefits.

 

As part of the pact, scientists from IBM Research will support the WRC EIT+ in providing training, education and consulting for their research staff, including project management, research infrastructure management and R&D management.

 

"Supporting collaboration between business and science has always been a top priority for the Polish government as it is a key element for creating innovation. This synergy and cooperation will deliver real benefits for science and economic development in Poland," said Prof. Barbara Kudrycka, minister of science and education, in a statement.

 

Professor Miroslaw Miller, Chairman of Wroclaw Research Center EIT+ said that there are several areas for research and development in Poland where we see a strong opportunity for collaboration with IBM, for instance water management, energy consumption and transportation systems where the research center hopes to tap into IBM's global best practice.

 

"IBM is working with governments and companies around the world to develop smarter systems and technologies that support economic development and bring long-term, societal value," said Kenneth Keating, business development director, IBM Research.

 

Keating said that Poland has a strong heritage in science and technology and through this agreement the company will work alongside some of Poland's leading scientists and technology experts on breakthroughs that are important to Poland's national agenda.

 

IBM officials said that WRC EIT+ and the company will aim to attract additional partners, both from academia and private business, to join them in their efforts and are currently in discussions with several candidates.