Executive Director
University Alliance Ruhr
Since 2021, Priya Nayar has been leading the North American office of UA Ruhr, where she is fostering and facilitating academic collaborations between the three Ruhr Universities (TU Dortmund University, University of Duisburg-Essen, and Ruhr University Bochum) and an ever-expanding network of partners across the United States and Canada. Under her leadership, UA Ruhr North America has successfully enhanced and expanded cutting-edge international research and education opportunities for researchers and students, promoting robust transatlantic partnerships. Priya's work is instrumental in advancing the strategic goals of the alliance, particularly in extending opportunities for research - for e.g. launching the Future's Fellowship Program. Her efforts are geared towards developing innovative solutions for global challenges by leveraging collaborative research and educational initiatives. With a focus on interdisciplinary approaches and international engagement, Priya has contributed to the reputation of the alliance as an important stakeholder in global academic collaboration.