EnglishChulalongkorn University Strengthens Ties with MIT: Exploring Collaborative Opportunities in Engineering, Management, and Innovation
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On June 5th, 2025, Assoc. Prof. Wilert Puriwat, President of Chulalongkorn University, led a high-level delegation on an official visit to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The group was warmly welcomed by Prof. Sally Kornbluth, President of MIT, and Prof. Duane S. Boning, Vice Provost for International Activities.
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The meeting provided an opportunity for the leadership of both institutions to explore potential academic and research collaborations. On this occasion, President Wilert Puriwat also presented a token of appreciation to Prof. Kornbluth in recognition of MIT’s warm hospitality.
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Among the Chulalongkorn delegation were Assoc. Prof. Witaya Wannasuphoprasit, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, and executives from the Faculty, who joined the visit to engage in discussions specifically related to engineering and interdisciplinary cooperation.
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During the visit, the delegation also met with representatives from the MIT Sloan School of Management, led by Prof. Georgia Perakis, Interim John C Head III Dean. After fruitful discussions, the group toured the Sloan School’s facilities.
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The delegation then proceeded to the MIT School of Engineering for a meeting with Prof. Maria Yang, Deputy Dean of the School, followed by a tour of the school’s laboratories, showcasing innovations in engineering and technology.
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To conclude the visit, the Chulalongkorn team had a meaningful exchange with members of the MIT Leaders for Global Operations (LGO) alumni community and former Chulalongkorn University students currently pursuing their studies at MIT, reaffirming the strong academic linkages between the two institutions.
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