R Systems to set up centre of excellence in applied AI at IIT Delhi

NEW DELHI: R Systems International Limited has signed an agreement with the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) to further its commitment to AI. R Systems will set up a centre of excellence (CoE) on applied AI for sustainable systems at IIT Delhi, which will include a cutting-edge research lab, the creation of an endowed faculty chair position, and the initiation of merit-based student scholarships.

This initiative underscores the strategic priority of R Systems to promote innovation, enhance new-age skills, and develop deep technology. R System is a firm providing digital products and technology solutions.

The work produced by this CoE is expected to enhance the research and development capabilities of both R Systems and IIT Delhi. Highlighting the significance of this collaboration, IIT Delhi director Rangan Banerjee emphasised on the critical role emerging technologies play in preparing future research towards a sustainable world.

"We are delighted to announce the establishment of the R System CoE at IIT Delhi. Sustainable computing and systems will be critically important in the future. Our collaboration with R Systems will result in the development of innovative approaches and cutting-edge AI techniques for sustainable computing”, Banerjee said.

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This strategic investment and partnership mark a significant milestone that will push the boundaries in advanced research and innovation in the field of AI.

R Systems CEO Nitesh Bansal said, “The disruptive impact of AI and Generative AI has become a talking point not only in board rooms but at every water cooler conversation as well. Just like every disruptive technology, finding the right use cases to implement AI / GenAI that deliver differentiated ROI, and doing it in a responsible and sustainable manner is where our role becomes important.