NTNU Vehicle and Energy Engineering Program Strengthens Research Partnership with Aligarh Muslim University
The Undergraduate Program of Vehicle and Energy Engineering at National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) recently completed a landmark academic exchange visit to Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) in India, marking a significant step forward in Taiwan-India higher education collaboration.
Supported by NTNU's Office of Research and Development under its Subsidy for the Promotion of International Exchange Programs, Professors Hwa-Dong Liu and Chun-Hsin Chang visited AMU from 31 March 31 to 6 April. The seven-day visit focused on advancing cooperation in electric vehicles, power electronics, and renewable energy.
Establishing the Foundation for Collaboration
The official NTNU visit to AMU commenced on 1 April with a comprehensive tour of AMU's engineering facilities. The tour included AMU's Vehicle Dynamics Laboratory, Electric Vehicle Laboratory, and Air Conditioning Laboratory, giving the NTNU faculty a firsthand understanding of AMU's research infrastructure and instructional environment.
During a subsequent academic tea reception, the NTNU delegation exchanged ideas with Prof. Raisuddin Ansari, Chair of AMU’s Department of Mechanical Engineering, and several other AMU faculty colleagues, on potential collaboration models as well as exchanged partnership experiences. Separate meetings with AMU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Naima Khatoon and senior faculty from the Department of Electrical Engineering further advanced discussions on joint research initiatives and academic exchange mechanisms between the two universities.
Technical Lectures Drew Strong Student Engagement
On 2 April, the NTNU delegation visited the Zakir Husain College of Engineering and Technology, where they met with Dean Prof. Mohammad Muzammil to discuss frameworks for international research collaboration. The visit culminated in the NTNU professors giving two public lectures that were each attended by more than 80 AMU students.
Prof. Chang presented on “Vehicle Longitudinal Dynamics and Road Load Analysis,” while Prof. Liu addressed “Applications of Power Electronics in Propulsion and Auxiliary Power Systems for Railway Vehicles.” Both sessions generated lively discussion, bolstering students’ interest in technical topics and in potential future academic exchanges between the two institutions.
Broadening the Scope of Engagement
On 3 April, the NTNU delegation joined AMU faculty members Prof. Sheeraz Kirmani, Prof. Adil Sarwar, and Prof. Mohd Tariq for a breakfast roundtable, during which participants exchanged perspectives on international academic partnerships and higher education development across multiple national contexts. The day also included a cultural visit to Agra Fort, offering an opportunity to deepen mutual understanding of the historical and cultural heritage of India's Uttar Pradesh region.
The fourth and final day of academic activities on 4 April focused on substantive engagement with AMU's Department of Electrical Engineering. Discussions ranged across vehicle engineering, artificial intelligence applications, power electronics, and power quality. The two universities see strong potential for joint research and industry-relevant outcomes.
Ongoing Taiwan-India Cooperation
NTNU’s visit to AMU concluded on 5 April with a review of outcomes and commitments. The Vehicle and Energy Engineering Program at NTNU noted that the visit not only reinforced technical and research ties between the two universities, but also built the interpersonal relationships essential to sustaining long-term international collaboration. 'This visit has opened concrete pathways for joint research in electric mobility and clean energy,' said Prof. Liu. 'AMU's facilities and faculty expertise are impressive, and we look forward to developing shared projects that benefit students and researchers on both sides.'
AMU, one of India's most prominent public universities, brings complementary strengths in engineering education and applied research. The partnership reflects both institutions' commitment to internationalization and to addressing shared global challenges in sustainable transportation and energy systems. NTNU's Office of Research and Development indicated that follow-up activities, such as the development of joint research proposals, student exchange arrangements, and future reciprocal visits, are currently under way.