We are delighted to share that on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, the School of Materials and Mining Resource Engineering (SMMRE) at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) had the pleasure of hosting Polygon Synergy Ventures (PSV). PSV, a leading provider of integrated engineering solutions for research and development laboratory equipment, visited our campus for an insightful and engaging session.
Event Recap:
- Date: Wednesday, 19th June 2024
- Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
- Agenda:
- Company Presentation
- Discussion on Student Internship Placement
- Guided Lab Visit
Highlights of the Visit:
Company Presentation: PSV presented their cutting-edge engineering solutions and demonstrated how their innovative equipment and integrated services could complement and enhance our ongoing research efforts. Their presentation provided valuable insights into the latest advancements in laboratory equipment and how these can be leveraged to support advanced scientific investigations and industrial applications.
Student Internship Opportunities: A key part of the visit was the discussion on potential student internship placements. This dialogue opened up possibilities for our students to gain invaluable industry experience and exposure, bridging the gap between academic knowledge and practical application.
Guided Lab Visit: The visit concluded with a guided tour of our laboratories. PSV representatives were given a comprehensive overview of our facilities, current projects, and infrastructure. This tour fostered a better understanding of potential collaborative avenues and showcased the excellent work being done at SMMRE.
Why This Matters:
This visit underscored our commitment to fostering strong industry-academic partnerships. Collaborations with industry leaders like PSV can significantly enhance our research capabilities, provide our students with practical experience, and drive innovation in the field of materials and mining resource engineering.
The event was a resounding success, thanks to the enthusiastic participation and engagement from both PSV and SMMRE members. We are optimistic that this marks the beginning of a long and fruitful partnership, paving the way for future collaborations that will benefit both our institutions and the broader engineering community.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to PSV for their visit and look forward to exploring further opportunities for mutual benefit.
