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BGMEA University of Fashion and Technology (BUFT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Patents, Industrial Designs and Trademarks (DPDT) under the Ministry of Industries on April 2, 2026, to establish a Technology and Innovation Support Centre (TISC) at the university. The initiative aims to strengthen research and innovation by providing access to patent databases, technical information, and support services, while promoting the protection, commercialization, and transfer of intellectual property. Under the agreement, DPDT will serve as the national focal point, coordinating the TISC network and facilitating access to global patent resources with training support. BUFT will ensure necessary infrastructure, manpower, and operational management, along with promoting TISC services across academic and industry platforms. The MoU includes a monitoring framework and will remain effective for three years, renewable upon mutual consent.

At the signing ceremony, BUFT was represented by Mr. Faruque Hassan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan, Vice Chancellor (Designate), and Prof. Dr. Md. Alamgir Hossain, Pro VC (Acting), along with senior university officials & faculty members. The event was also attended by Mr. Md. Jahangir Hossain, Director General, DPDT; Dr. Ashok Kumar Roy, Director (Patents and Industrial Designs); and Mr. Md. Habibur Rahman, Deputy Director (Patents). This collaboration represents a significant milestone in advancing innovation and enhancing intellectual property practices in Bangladesh.

• 3 weeks ago

The Teachers' & Officers' Lounge of BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) was inaugurated on 16 March 2026 at the university campus. The lounge was inaugurated by Mr. Faruque Hassan, Chairman, Board of Trustees (BoT) of BUFT. Among others, Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan, Vice Chancellor (Designate) of BUFT, Prof. Dr. Md. Alamgir Hossain, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Acting), along with senior officials, faculty members, and administrative officers were present at the ceremony. The newly established lounge aims to provide a comfortable space for faculty members and officers to relax, interact, and promote professional collaboration within the university.

• 1 month ago

Sharmeen Hassan Tithi, Director of Giant Group, has donated 101 valuable books to the Shaheed Selim Talukdar Central Library at BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT). Through this contribution, she expressed her intention to enrich the university’s academic resources and inspire students in their studies and research. The program, held on 15 March 2026, was attended by Faruque Hassan, Chairman of the BUFT Board of Trustees; the Vice-Chancellor (Designate) Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan; along with deans of various faculties, Director of Public Relations, Project & Development Director, Librarian, and officials. Later, two magazines titled “The Frames of Freedom” and “BUFT Highlights 2024-25,” edited by the university’s Public Relations Department, were officially unveiled.

• 1 month ago