AIIMS Vijaypur hosts Research Methodology Workshops in collaboration with ICMR, NIE
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JAMMU: AIIMS Vijaypur in a significant stride towards enhancing research excellence is organizing Research Methodology Workshops in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), New Delhi, and the National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE), Chennai from 4th to 8th March 2024 & 11th to 15th March 2024 at the main campus of AIIMS Vijaypur.
The Workshops were inaugurated by the Patrons, Prof (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta, Executive Director and CEO of AIIMS Jammu and Dr. Manoj Murhekar, Director of NIE Chennai.
The workshops stand as a testament to AIIMS Jammu’s ongoing commitment to fostering excellence in research and development within the institution.
Dr. Shakti Gupta underscored the institution’s dedication by highlighting that the faculty had already submitted more than 60 research proposals.
He expressed his belief that the workshops would serve as a catalyst for enhancing the quality of research endeavors within the Institute.
Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Sunil Kant, Dean (Research) and Organizing Chairman, expressed gratitude towards Dr. Rajiv Bahl, Director General of ICMR, and Dr. Manoj Murhekar for their collaborative efforts. He urged the faculty to seize the opportunity to learn from the expertise shared by instructors from NIE, aligning with AIIMS Jammu’s trinity mission of Education, Research, and Patient Care.
The theme of this year’s workshops, “Innovate, Investigate, and Inspire,” was elaborated upon by Dr. Shabab L Angurana, Associate Dean (Research) and Co-organizing Chairman. Dr. Angurana commended the Research Section of AIIMS Vijaypur, Jammu, for their dedication in organizing the workshops.
Dr. Shaurya Darbari, Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery and the Organizing Secretary of the workshops extended a warm welcome to the faculty from NIE, emphasizing the importance of collaborative learning and exchange of expertise.
The workshops are designed to equip participants with essential research methodologies and include hands-on sessions & interactive discussions. It is structured to run in two batches from 4th to 8th March 2024 & 11th to 15th March 2024, allowing faculty members to balance their academic and patient care commitments effectively.
With the collaboration of esteemed Institutions like ICMR and NIE, the Research Methodology Workshops at AIIMS, Vijaypur, Jammu serves as a pivotal platform for fostering a culture of research excellence and innovation. Participants are poised to gain invaluable insights and skills that will undoubtedly contribute towards advancing medical research and healthcare delivery in the region and beyond.
