BMU signs Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation with Amala Institute of Medical Sciences, India.
On September 8, 2026, Buon Ma Thuot University of Medicine and Pharmacy (BMU) welcomed and worked with a delegation of experts from the Amala Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS), Thrissur, Kerala, India, and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two institutions.
Representatives at the Working Session
Attending the program, on behalf of the Amala Institute of Medical Sciences were Father Julius Arakkal – Director; Father, Dr. Antony Mannummel – Vice Director; Prof. Dr. Joby Thomas K – Head of Academic and Research Management; Dr. Kayeen Vadakkan – Scientific Research Specialist; Dr. Mathew Joseph and Dr. Nithin Paul – Members.
Representing BMU were Prof. Dr. Cao Tien Duc – Rector; Mr. Tran Nguyen Tuan Anh – Vice Rector; Dr. Pham Khanh Tung – Head of Training Management Department; Ms. Dang Thi Thanh Thuy – Deputy Head of Science Management & Development Cooperation Department; and Dr. Vo Van Chin – Academic Advisor for International Students.
Representatives from Buon Ma Thuot University of Medicine and Pharmacy and Amala Institute of Medical Sciences at the working session.
Exchange of Training, Research and Professional Experience
During the meeting, representatives from both institutions exchanged views on training orientation, scientific research, and professional cooperation, while also sharing strengths and experiences in the field of medicine.
Speaking at the event, Professor Cao Tien Duc – Rector of BMU – emphasized the direction of strengthening international cooperation and improving the quality of training and research. He also highly appreciated the strengths of the Amala Institute in specialized treatment, especially in the fields of oncology, biomedical research, practical training, and integrated medicine models.
Memorandum of Understanding
Based on the discussions, BMU and the Amala Institute of Medical Sciences signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement focuses on areas of training, research, and academic exchange, including the exchange of faculty, students, and visiting scholars; collaborative research and joint publications; exchange of academic materials; and the organization of courses, workshops, training sessions, conferences, and seminars.
