CHEd eyes nuclear science, deep tech ties with France, UK
TO expand Philippine capacity in nuclear science and the deep-technology field, the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) is pursuing potential partnerships with institutions in France and the United Kingdom.
TECH TIES PUSH Biospire Chief Executive Officer Masashi Matsunaga, CHED Chairman Shirley Agrupis and I2EN Executive Director Jan van der Lee (from left) meet in Paris to discuss potential partnerships. CHED PHOTO
CHEd Chairman Shirley Agrupis held separate discussions with representatives from the International Institute of Nuclear Energy and UK-based innovation company Biospire during the Unesco Transforming Education Summit +4 in Paris.
In her meeting with I2EN Executive Director Jan van der Lee and Project Director Thibaud Reysset, Agrupis tackled possible cooperation in graduate programs, specialized training and faculty and student mobility. Topics included research fellowships and other forms of academic exchange.
The I2EN presented ways Philippine universities could tap French expertise in nuclear education. This included support for curriculum design, instructional resources and visits to industrial and research facilities.
CHEd said a future arrangement could help Philippine higher education institutions strengthen their links with academe, research centers and industry in nuclear science and engineering.
In another meeting, Agrupis met with Biospire Chief Executive Officer Masashi Matsunaga. The discussion centered on connecting Filipino researchers and universities to international academic and industry networks.
The two sides looked at opportunities for knowledge sharing, joint research, technology transfer and innovation, particularly in sustainable agriculture and food systems. They also discussed possible assistance for Philippine agritech initiatives through access to global expertise, research facilities and industry partners.
CHEd said the engagements are part of its broader effort to build international linkages that can improve the research, innovation and academic performance of Philippine colleges and universities.
The commission noted that any cooperation will still undergo further technical talks. Programs and agreements will be developed once both parties finalize areas of collaboration and implementation details.
Officials said the initiative reflects CHEd’s push to align Philippine higher education with emerging fields such as nuclear energy and deep tech, while also addressing food security and sustainability through science and innovation.
