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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2007 India, Canadian Light Source, University of Saskatchewan Sign Synchrotron Science Agreement OTTAWA - An agreement was signed today by the Government of India with the Canadian Light Source (CLS) and the University of Saskatchewan to promote cooperation between Indian and Canadian researchers in synchrotron science. The Letter of Intent was signed during a brief ceremony at the Indian High Commission by Dr. S.K. Sikka, Scientific Secretary to India's Principal Scientific Adviser, CLS Executive Director William Thomlinson and University of Saskatchewan President Peter MacKinnon. "We are very pleased to enter into this partnership with the Canadian Light Source," says Dr. Sikka. "The opportunities for discovery that will come from this collaboration will be of great benefit to both countries." "This agreement is an excellent bridge between the synchrotron science communities of Canada and India," says CLS Executive Director William Thomlinson. "It reflects that the Canadian Light Source is recognized by the international science community as a centre of excellence. We look forward to the exchange of knowledge and ideas." The agreement opens the way to explore joint projects between Indian and Canadian researchers in synchrotron science, including materials research, earth and environmental sciences, and biomedical and life sciences. Other opportunities may see Indian researchers travelling to the CLS as customers to use the facility, as well as learn about the operations and design of experimental equipment at Canada's synchrotron. "This is a significant instrument for the sharing of knowledge between our two countries," says Peter MacKinnon, President of the University of Saskatchewan. "This agreement not only enhances the state of synchrotron science in India and Canada, but it also bolsters the role of the University of Saskatchewan as a place of world-leading discovery." India is increasing its investment in synchrotron science, including the INDUS-2 synchrotron at the Raja Ramana Centre for Advanced Technology. A delegation lead by Dr. Sikka will be visiting the CLS and University of Saskatchewan Thursday, September 27. "This agreement reinforces the reputation of the University of Saskatchewan at home and around the world," says Rob Norris, University of Saskatchewan Global Relations Coordinator. "National facilities like the CLS play a key role in improving Canada's presence and profile in the world." The Canadian Light Source is Canada's national centre for synchrotron research. Located on the University of Saskatchewan campus in Saskatoon, the CLS is a powerful tool for academic and industrial research in a wide variety of areas including environmental science, natural resources and energy, health and life sciences, and information and communications technology. The University of Saskatchewan is one of the leading medical doctoral universities in Canada. With 58 degrees, diplomas and certificates in over 100 areas of study, the University is uniquely positioned in the areas of human, animal and plant studies. World-class research facilities, renowned faculty and award winning students make the University of Saskatchewan a leader in post-secondary education. -30- Note: Photographs of the signing ceremony will be available on-line at www.lightsource.ca/media/whatsnew/indialoi.php For more information contact: Matthew Dalzell Rob Norris Last modified: 2008-07-29 14:07:33 |
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