Research on Partnerships [17.1]
Research addressing global, regional, and cross-sector partnerships advancing the SDGs.
Research on partnerships at Palestine Technical University Kadoorie (PTUK) plays an essential role in promoting collective progress toward sustainable development. This focus area focuses on developing joint academic and applied research with local and international institutions, government organizations, development agencies, industry partners, and non-governmental organizations. Through these partnerships, PTUK advances knowledge-sharing, co-designs solutions for community challenges, and contributes to regional and global dialogues on sustainability.
Collaborative research enables PTUK to expand scientific capacity, enhance educational quality, and promote innovation in areas such as agricultural sustainability, renewable energy, climate resilience, and digital transformation. These partnerships often include joint supervision of student research, laboratory development partnerships, exchange of researchers, and participation in capacity development programs.
This focus area directly advances SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, which emphasizes the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration, coordinated research frameworks, and integrated planning to achieve sustainable development outcomes. PTUK’s research partnerships provide evidence-based solutions that help inform policy, strengthen institutional performance, empower local communities, and support national development strategies in Palestine. By fostering cooperation across sectors, PTUK builds a foundation of mutual learning and shared responsibility, ensuring that sustainable impact is maintained beyond the university campus.
Activities Table
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Activity Name |
Detailed Description (Includes SDG17 Link) |
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Collaborative Applied Research with the Ministry of Agriculture |
PTUK researchers collaborate with the Ministry of Agriculture on applied research addressing sustainable irrigation, crop protection, soil health, and climate-resilient agriculture. This cooperation integrates academic expertise with national agricultural development needs, ensuring that research outputs directly support farmers and public-sector strategies. By aligning priorities, sharing data, and jointly implementing research activities, this initiative strengthens institutional cooperation and contributes to SDG 17 by enhancing coordinated national capacity for sustainable food and agricultural systems. |
https://rj.ptuk.edu.ps/index.php/pturj/article/view/27
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Erasmus+ Academic and Research Partnership Projects |
PTUK participates in multiple Erasmus+ academic mobility and capacity-building projects with European universities. These partnerships involve student and faculty exchanges, curriculum development, laboratory enhancement, and joint research publications. The programs foster cultural exchange, mutual learning, and academic collaboration. This activity supports SDG 17 by advancing international cooperation, improving institutional capabilities, and promoting long-term collaboration networks for sustainable development. |
https://www.ptuk.edu.ps/projects/edu4all/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Newsletter_Edu4ALL_Nov21-1.pdf |
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Joint Research Publications with International Universities |
PTUK faculty co-author peer-reviewed studies with partner universities across Europe, the Arab region, and Asia in fields such as renewable energy, smart agriculture, biotechnology, and sustainability planning. These publications enable the exchange of scientific knowledge and strengthen global research visibility. By fostering co-creation of knowledge and shared academic outcomes, this activity advances SDG 17 through research-driven partnerships that support innovation and sustainable progress. |
https://scholar.ptuk.edu.ps/bitstream/123456789/994/1/de8ad892-8eda-4a46-a2f4-abb2816bc1cd.pdf
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Palestinian-German Collaboration on Renewable Energy Research |
PTUK cooperates with German institutions to develop research on solar PV integration, battery storage, and distributed energy systems. Activities include research field-testing, laboratory enhancement, and training programs for engineering students. This partnership strengthens technical innovation capacity and advances SDG 17 by linking expertise and resources across countries to support clean energy transitions. |
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External Research Funding Partnerships (UNDP, FAO, EU) |
PTUK secures funding from organizations such as UNDP, FAO, and EU development agencies to implement applied research projects in agriculture, climate adaptation, and community infrastructure. These partnerships support project-based learning, community outreach, and capacity building. By leveraging international financial and technical support, this initiative advances SDG 17 through coordinated resource mobilization and multisector collaboration. |
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