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Ohio State and IIT Bombay launch dual PhD program
The two institutions introduce a joint doctoral program in microelectronics and AI, strengthening U.S.-India academic ties.
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Anushka Pathak - Mon, 29, Sep 2025
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Logos of the Ohio State University and IIT Bombay / Courtesy: Wikipedia
The Ohio State University (OSU) and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) have announced the launch of a dual doctoral degree program designed to strengthen academic collaboration between the United States and India.
The initiative, unveiled on Sept. 29, will enable selected students to complete coursework and research across both campuses, meeting the degree requirements of each institution within a standard four- to six-year timeline.
Initially, the focus will be on microelectronics and artificial intelligence, with potential expansion into additional engineering and scientific fields in the future.
This joint offering builds on the existing partnership between the two universities through the IIT Bombay–Ohio State Frontier Science and Engineering Research Center. The Frontier Center, operated by OSU’s Institute for Materials and Manufacturing Research, already supports collaborative projects in advanced materials and manufacturing.
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Balasubramaniam Shanker, chair of OSU’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, said, “This new opportunity will help students gain an international experience in graduate education and provide access to new information and perspectives, innovative concepts and methods, emerging research technologies, and unique populations and environments not typically available at a single institution and country.”
IIT Bombay, widely recognized for its strong engineering curriculum, complements OSU’s expertise in electrical and computer engineering. Together, the institutions aim to attract a diverse pool of domestic and international students, equipping them with research training and practical insights relevant to global industry needs.
“This program will offer exceptional education and hands-on research training to graduate students by providing access to complementary strengths, expertise and facilities at both institutions. Along with the vibrant Frontier Center, this program deepens Ohio State’s collaboration with a premier Indian university and supports globally connected graduate education,” said IMR executive director Steven A. Ringel, distinguished university professor in electrical and computer engineering.
The initiative also reflects a broader trend of internationalizing STEM education amid increasing U.S.-India cooperation in technology sectors. By incorporating industry partnerships and research funding through the Frontier Center, the program is expected to prepare students for leadership roles in fields such as semiconductors and artificial intelligence.
Recruitment details are expected soon, but university officials have underscored their commitment to ensuring equitable access for students from varied backgrounds. The program could also serve as a model for future cross-border education collaborations addressing global talent shortages.
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