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🎓 Interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in Medical Research with a focus on Digital Health?ICMR National Institute for Research...
02/10/2026

🎓 Interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in Medical Research with a focus on Digital Health?

ICMR National Institute for Research in Digital Health invites students and researchers interested in pursuing research in emerging areas of Digital Health and Healthcare, including:

🔹 AI/ML applications in health and healthcare
🔹 Evaluation of Digital Health technologies
🔹 Data augmentation and integration techniques
🔹 Health data science and analytics
🔹 Technology-enabled approaches for improving healthcare and public health

Applications are invited for the AcSIR January 2027 session – Ph.D. (Medical Research).

📅 Last date to apply: 31 October 2026

AcSIR admission portal: www.acsir.res.in/admissions

Interested candidates are encouraged to explore the opportunity and apply through the AcSIR admission portal.

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🌐 Strengthening India–Maldives Collaboration in Digital HealthICMR National Institute for Research in Digital Health, Ne...
01/10/2026

🌐 Strengthening India–Maldives Collaboration in Digital Health

ICMR National Institute for Research in Digital Health, New Delhi, was pleased to host 35 civil servants from Maldives as part of the 44th Batch of the Capacity Building Programme on the Health Sector for Civil Servants of Maldives, organised by the National Centre for Good Governance, Government of India on 22 September 2026.

The programme was honoured by the presence of Dr. Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department Of Health Research & Director General, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), and Ms. Aminath Abdul Hakeem, Director General, Maldives, and provided an opportunity for knowledge exchange on digital health, health data, AI and emerging technologies in healthcare.

Shri Vivek Kr Daksh, Sr. DDG (Admin), ICMR, introduced ICMR’s health research data ecosystem, while Dr. Taruna Madan Gupta, ICMR, highlighted ICMR’s digital health initiatives. Dr. Mona Duggal, Director, ICMR–NIRDH, shared an overview of the Institute and its work in digital health and data science.

Dr. Garima Jain, ICMR–NIRDH, and Dr. Deepika Mishra, AIIMS, discussed AI applications in medical imaging. Mr. Vikram G., iSPIRT, shared perspectives on health data empowerment, protection and responsible use.

Dr. Suhela Kapoor, PhD, ICMR–NIRDH, and Dr. Tavpritesh Sethi MBBS, PhD, shared insights on healthy ageing.

Mr. Vibhav Mithal, FHCA, discussed responsible AI and governance. Dr. Vidushi Chaturvedi discussed the evolving interface of AI, healthcare and medical law.

The visit was coordinated with the support of Dr. Sanjeev Sharma, Course Coordinator, NCGG, and Mr. Brijesh Bisht, Training Assistant, NCGG.

🤝 The interaction strengthened opportunities for India–Maldives knowledge exchange and collaboration in digital health, health research and responsible AI.

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) | Dr Saurav Basu | Dr Rajiv Sarkar | Dr Vishal Deo | Dr.Prabhukalyan Dash | Stuti Tripathi

Excited to announce ICMR-NIRDH's collaboration with the Department of Public Health, PGIMER, Chandigarh, for an insightf...
30/09/2026

Excited to announce ICMR-NIRDH's collaboration with the Department of Public Health, PGIMER, Chandigarh, for an insightful panel discussion at the 7th Annual National Conference of the Epidemiology Foundation of India (EFICON 2026)! 🚀

Our session will dive into "Unlocking AI-Led Healthcare Transformation: Advancing Care Through Digital Innovation, Data Governance, Research, and Industry Collaboration." We will be exploring how digital innovation, robust data governance, and industry partnerships are working together to transform care, perfectly aligned with the conference theme: Data to Decisions for Responsive and Resilient Health Systems.

📅 Date & Time: Saturday, 3 October 2026 | 2:00 - 3:15 PM

📌 Venue: Law Auditorium (Hall A), Panjab University

We look forward to exchanging insights with the incredible voices shaping AI-led healthcare in India, including our very own ICMR-NIRDH faculty and scientists. A special shoutout to the distinguished experts joining this discussion:

🔷 Chairpersons:

Dr. Ashok Puranik (Director, AIIMS Guwahati)

Dr. Sanjay Sood, Ph.D. (Senior Director / Scientist G, C-DAC Mohali)

Dr. Tarundeep Singh (Addl. Professor, DCM & SPH, PGIMER)

🔷 Lead Speakers:

Dr. Sanjay Sood, Ph.D. (C-DAC Mohali - speaking on Tele-mentoring at Scale)

Dr. Sandeep Bhalla, MD, DNB (Vice President, Projects - Health and Education, ECHO India)

Dr. Shyam Sundaram (Fellow & Lead Technical Architect, DEPA; Adjunct Faculty, ICMR-NIRDH)

Dr. Shekhar Waikar (Chief Programme Officer, Intelehealth - speaking on AI at the Frontline)

🔷 Moderators:

Dr. Vishal Deo (Scientist C, ICMR-NIRDH)

Dr. Anshul Chauhan (ICMR Consultant Medical, ICMR-NIRDH)

🔷 Backstage:

Sonam Kumar (Research Associate, Ashoka University)
Shivani Dhiman (PhD Scholar, Department of Public Health, Punjab Univerisity)
Aarti Yadav (Project Research Associate-1, ICMR-NIRDH)

Join us as we explore the future of responsive and resilient health systems!

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh | ICMR National Institute for Research in Digital Health

🤝 MoU Signed | ICMR–NIRDH & CHAKRAICMR National Institute for Research in Digital Health is pleased to announce the sign...
25/09/2026

🤝 MoU Signed | ICMR–NIRDH & CHAKRA

ICMR National Institute for Research in Digital Health is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CHAKRA on 19 September 2026.
This collaboration aims to strengthen digital health research and innovation through:
🔹 Development of responsible AI-driven digital health solutions tailored to regional healthcare needs
🔹 Training and capacity building in AI fundamentals and digital health research
🔹 Knowledge sharing among healthcare professionals, researchers, and other stakeholders
🔹 Translation of digital innovations into scalable and affordable healthcare solutions
🔹 Advancing medical technologies, biomedical research, and scientific validation of traditional health practices
🔹 Supporting the responsible implementation and continuous improvement of AI and digital health technologies
Through this partnership, ICMR–NIRDH and CHAKRA look forward to fostering innovation, strengthening research capacity, and contributing to the advancement of digital health in India.

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) | ICMR National Institute for Research in Digital Health | Dr. Mona Duggal | Dr. Ranjana Kumar Major Dr. Ashlesha Tawde Kelkar Maj Gen (Prof) Atul Kotwal, SM, VSM (Veteran) Dr. Madhura Bhosale Dr. Nupoor Limaye

📢 Applications for the above position are now closed. We thank all applicants for their interest in the opportunity.📢 Re...
07/09/2026

📢 Applications for the above position are now closed. We thank all applicants for their interest in the opportunity.

📢 Recruitment Opportunity | ICMR–NIRDH

ICMR–National Institute for Research in Digital Health (ICMR–NIRDH) invites applications for the following position under the Responsible AI Project:

🔹 Project Technical Support III (Research) – 3 Posts

Essential Qualifications:
• Three-year graduate degree in a relevant subject/field with 3 years post-qualification experience or PG in Public Health/allied discipline
OR
• Four-year Graduate Degree in Engineering/Computer Science

📍 Place of Work: Delhi-NCR / Uttarakhand

⏳ Duration: 1 year, extendable

📌 Nature: Purely temporary and contractual

📩 Apply: Send your CV and brief cover letter to [email protected]
Subject: “Application for Responsible AI Project”

📢 Applications for the above position are now closed. We thank all applicants for their interest in the opportunity.📢 Re...
07/09/2026

📢 Applications for the above position are now closed. We thank all applicants for their interest in the opportunity.

📢 Recruitment Opportunity | ICMR–NIRDH

ICMR–National Institute for Research in Digital Health (ICMR–NIRDH) invites applications for the following position under the Responsible AI Project:

🔹 Project Research Scientist–II (Medical) – 1 Post

Essential Qualifications:

• MBBS with 3 years post-qualification experience

OR

• BDS with MPH and PhD

📍 Place of Work: Delhi-NCR / Uttarakhand

⏳ Duration: Initially 1 year, extendable

📌 Nature: Purely temporary and contractual

📩 Apply: Send your CV and brief cover letter to [email protected]

Subject: “Application for Responsible AI Project”

📢 Recruitment Opportunity | Project Research Scientist-IIICMR invites applications for Project Research Scientist-II (No...
07/09/2026

📢 Recruitment Opportunity | Project Research Scientist-II

ICMR invites applications for Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) at ICMR Headquarters, New Delhi.

🔹 No. of Post: 01

🔹 Age Limit: Up to 40 years

🔹 Remuneration: ₹67,000/- per month + HRA

🔹 Duration: 1 year

🔹 Area: Public Health / Psychology

Candidates with relevant qualifications and experience in research, field work, multicentric projects, and project coordination are encouraged to apply.

📩 Apply by sending your CV and brief cover letter to:

[email protected]

Subject: Application for PRS-II (NM)

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Sankala Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to co...
14/08/2026

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Sankala Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate across public health, with a strong focus on digital health and universal primary healthcare.

At its core, this partnership is about making healthcare more equitable, accessible, and efficient — including for underserved and rural communities — through the responsible use of digital technologies.

As part of this collaboration, ICMR-NIRDH will be working closely with ICMR and the Sankala Foundation to lead the digital health component of this partnership, driving research, design, and implementation of digital health solutions on the ground.

Key areas of collaboration include:
🔹 Digital health research, evidence generation, and landscape reviews
🔹 Frameworks, standards, and operational guidance for digital health interventions
🔹 Design, piloting, and scale-up of digital healthcare solutions
🔹 Capacity building through training, workshops, and knowledge exchange
🔹 Innovation via hackathons, challenges, and cross-sector partnerships
🔹 Governance, ethical, legal, and social dimensions of digital health

As India navigates demographic change and evolving health needs, partnerships like this that pair rigorous research with on-the-ground implementation will be essential to building a healthier, more inclusive future.

Indian Council of Medical Research | ICMR-National Institute for Research in Digital Health | Sankala Foundation | Department Of Health Research(DHR) | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India | Dr. Rajiv Bahl | Dr. Mona Duggal | Dr. Malvika Kaul | Dr. Vaibhav Rastogi | Dr. Vishal Deo | Dr. Aarti Yadav

🔬 ICMR-SHINE Initiative 2026 – Science & Health Innovation for the NextGen ExplorersICMR-National Institute for Research...
13/08/2026

🔬 ICMR-SHINE Initiative 2026 – Science & Health Innovation for the NextGen Explorers

ICMR-National Institute for Research in Digital Health proudly participated in the nationwide ICMR-SHINE Initiative, a two-day outreach programme launched by Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Department of Health Research to bring school students face-to-face with health research and inspire them to consider science and research as a career path.

As part of this initiative, our team visited Atal Adarsh Vidyalaya, Kidwai Nagar, for an interactive session with 200 students of Classes IX–XII.

📋 Session Agenda:
The session began with an inspiring message from Dr. Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research & Director General, Indian Council of Medical Research, encouraging students to stay curious, ask questions, and explore science as a possible career. This was followed by short films on TB screening technology and i-Drone, giving students a glimpse into how innovation is reshaping public health delivery in India.

The session then moved into an interactive discussion with our Director, Dr. Mona Duggal and scientists, where our team introduced students to Digital Health — its meaning and growing role in Indian healthcare — along with a live demonstration of the work being done at ICMR-NIRDH, including our bioimpedance device.

🙌 Student Engagement:
The students were wonderfully engaged throughout — enthusiastically sharing their ideas, showing genuine curiosity about the science behind the demonstrations, and asking pertinent, thoughtful questions that reflected a real interest in research and innovation.

With gratitude:
🙏 Ms. Monika Anand, Principal, Atal Adarsh Vidyalaya, for her warm support and encouragement
🙏 Dr. saritha nair, Scientist F, Head Policy Communications, ICMR for her valuable insights about the ICMR SHINE Initiative and informing the students about the National Level Student Competition launched on 11 August 2026. (https://shine.icmr.org.in/)
🙏 The teachers and staff of Atal Adarsh Vidyalaya for their excellent coordination
🙏 And most of all, the enthusiastic students — your curiosity and energy made this session truly memorable!

The session was successfully conducted under the leadership and guidance of our Director, reaffirming ICMR-NIRDH's commitment to nurturing scientific curiosity and shaping India's next generation of health researchers.

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH RESEARCH (DHR) M/O Health & Family Welfare, Government of India | Dr. Mona Duggal | Dr. saritha nair | Dr. Harpreet Singh | Dr. Garima Jain | Dr. Rajiv Sarkar | Dr. Saurav Basu | Dr. Vishal Deo | Dr.Prabhukalyan Dash | Dr. Jeetendra Yadav (Jeetendra Jeetu.Nims)

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