Center for Industry and Community

Center for Industry and Community Engagement University of Velayat, Iranshahr

1. Introduction

The University of Velayat, Iranshahr, as one of the leading academic institutions in southeastern Iran, has established the Center for Industry and Community Engagement in line with its mission to foster scientific advancement, promote technology-driven development, and localize knowledge in the Sistan and Baluchestan province. This center is responsible for creating consistent, effective, and structured interactions between the university and various industrial, social, and economic sectors. With committed human resources, strong research capabilities, and close ties to industry, the center is becoming a key driver of scientific and economic development in the region. It is open to collaboration with industries, knowledge-based companies, executive organizations, and graduates seeking specialized engagement in the area.

2. Vision

The center aims to become the leading hub for scientific, technological, and skill-based collaborations in southeastern Iran, with a focus on improving production quality, generating employment, fostering innovation, and increasing industrial efficiency in the region.

3. Mission

• Identifying Industrial and Social Needs: Analyzing regional needs to provide scientific and practical solutions.
• Facilitating University-Industry Collaboration: Creating platforms for formal agreements between the university and local industries.
• Supporting Intellectual Property Rights: Protecting scientific and research achievements through patent registration and intellectual property management.
• Enhancing Graduate Skills: Organizing training courses and specialized workshops to boost the professional capabilities of students and graduates.
• Supplying Skilled Human Resources: Identifying and introducing qualified specialists to meet the workforce demands of local industries.

4. Key Areas of Activity

✓ Industry Engagement

• Signing research and consultancy agreements
• Implementing joint applied projects
• Identifying industrial collaboration opportunities

✓ Skills and Employment Club

• Enhancing students’ job skills
• Hosting skill-based workshops and bootcamps
• Collaborating on talent acquisition and workforce development

✓ Intellectual Property and Patents

• Supporting domestic and international patent registrations
• Offering expert consultation on patents and technology law

✓ Scientific Empowerment for Society

• Solving problems faced by local institutions and public sectors
• Aligning academic expertise with social needs

5. Contact Information

Head of the Center for Industry and Community Engagement, University of Velayat, Iranshahr

Dr. Hossein Taghipour

Email: h.taghipoor@velayat.ac.ir