In line with developing science-industry collaborations and leveraging university capacities to solve industrial challenges, a comprehensive cooperation agreement was signed between the University of Kurdistan and the "Varok Chicken" company.
The agreement, signed by Dr. Adel Si-o-Se-Marde, President of the University of Kurdistan, and Mr. Ardeshir Aziminia, CEO of Varok Chicken Company, establishes a systematic framework for bilateral interactions in applied research, technology development, and the training of specialized human resources.

The main pillars of this strategic partnership include:

• Implementing joint research projects in the food industry and poultry product processing.

• Defining graduate theses tailored to the company's real-world needs.

• Creating internship opportunities and scientific visits for students to gain practical experience.

• Organizing specialized training courses and workshops for company staff and students.

• Collaborating on the development and equipping of Varok Chicken Company's Research and Development (R&D) unit.

Under this agreement, Varok Chicken Company has committed to financially supporting research projects and allocating its R&D tax credits through collaboration with the University of Kurdistan. In return, the university will utilize its scientific, research, and laboratory capacities to advance mutual objectives.

This partnership serves as a successful model of the university-industry link, which can lead to enhanced productivity in the province's poultry industry, empower students, and help realize the goals of an entrepreneurial university.