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Abbottabad University Signs Landmark MoU with WISPTV for AI Research and Student Internships

Abbottabad University of Science and Technology (AUST) has taken a significant step in strengthening academia-industry collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with WISPTV Inc USA. The MoU was officially signed by Vice Chancellor AUST Prof. Dr. Malik Mujaddad-ur-Rehman and Gustavo Neiva De Medeiros, President of WISPTV Inc. This strategic partnership aims to advance AI research, develop AI-driven solutions, and provide valuable internship opportunities for Computer Science students at AUST.

Key Highlights of the Collaboration:

✅ AI Research & Development
WISPTV and USTVNow will collaborate with AUST researchers to drive innovation in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Generative AI, and mobile and connected TV application development. A dedicated $5,000 research grant has been allocated to support student-led AI projects, focusing on AI-driven media advancements and content personalization technologies.

✅ Exclusive Internship Program

• Unpaid Internships: WISPTV will offer unlimited unpaid internships to eligible Computer Science students, providing hands-on experience in AI applications, digital media technologies, and software development.
• Paid Internships: Up to four (4) paid internships per year will be offered to top-performing students selected based on academic performance and technical skills.
• Selection Process: Interns will be chosen by WISPTV’s Operations Manager, Lillian, and will work on cutting-edge AI projects.
• Financial Support: WISPTV will directly disburse stipends for paid internships and oversee project progress.

✅ Bridging Academia & Industry
The collaboration is set to revolutionize AI applications in the digital streaming industry, allowing AUST students and faculty to gain first-hand exposure to industry trends. WISPTV and USTVNow will leverage AI-powered solutions developed at AUST to enhance content recommendation, automation, and monetization strategies.

Leading Researchers Involved in the Collaboration:

🔹 Gustavo Neiva De Medeiros – President, WISPTV Inc USA.
🔹 Prof. Dr. Malik Mujaddad-ur-Rehman – Vice Chancellor, AUST
🔹 Dr. Asim Shahzad – Assistant Professor, AUST (Joint PI from Pakistan)
🔹 Dr. Muhammad Naeem – Associate Professor, AUST (Joint PI from Pakistan)
🔹 Dr. Muhammad Zeeshan – Assistant Professor, AUST (Joint PI from Pakistan)

This MoU signifies AUST’s commitment to equipping students with industry-relevant AI expertise while fostering global partnerships with leading media technology companies, WISPTV and USTVNow.