In the final episode of Season 1 of ICMR Radio, we explore a cutting-edge initiative that's transforming healthcare delivery in India — the use of drones to transport life-saving vaccines and medical samples to remote areas. Join Dr. Sumit Aggarwal, Scientist D at ICMR, as he takes us on a journey of how drones are changing the game in healthcare logistics.

What to Expect:

🌍 Discover how ICMR successfully delivered 20,000 vaccines even in the most difficult terrains of Manipur and Nagaland.

🚁 From reducing delivery times from hours to mere minutes to enabling real-time oncopathology reports, hear how drones are enhancing healthcare efficiency and saving lives across the country.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of healthcare, innovation, and the role of technology in saving lives.

🔊 Tune in on December 20 to hear Dr. Sumit Aggarwal’s inspiring story!

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In this episode of ICMR Radio, we take you behind the scenes of a groundbreaking initiative led by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to build a resilient clinical trial ecosystem across India. Join Dr. Aparna Mukherjee, Scientist-E & In-Charge of ICMR’s Clinical Studies, Trial & Projection Unit, as she shares insights into the development and impact of the Indian Clinical Trial and Education Network (INTENT) — a transformative network of 47 institutes with the capability to respond to both urgent and long-term health research needs.

What to Expect:

🌍 The Journey of INTENT: Discover how the INTENT network was born from collaborations during the COVID-19 pandemic, creating a pool of skilled researchers ready to address India's evolving health needs.

💡 Why Clinical Trials Matter: Understand the importance of clinical trials in drug and device testing, behavioral health research, and more, with INTENT supporting the health research landscape across India.

💼 Women in STEM: Hear from ICMR’s women leaders about their inspiring journeys in STEM, work-life balance, and the supportive environment at ICMR that fosters female leadership in research and innovation.

Whether you're a health professional, researcher, or student, this episode provides valuable perspectives on how clinical trials help strengthen India’s healthcare system and drive innovation.

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Shaping the Future of Medical Research with AcSIR! 🌟 Join us for Episode 3 of ICMR Radio as we explore the groundbreaking collaboration between ICMR and the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR). Discover how this partnership is transforming medical research in India by promoting transdisciplinary research and awarding PhD degrees. From bioscience to engineering, we're integrating medical research into AcSIR's diverse academic framework. Our guest, Dr Anup Anvikar, Director, ICMR-NIMR & Dean, FMR, AcSIR will discuss the innovative I PhD program, aimed at creating job creators rather than job seekers, and how researchers can contribute to improving public health. Tune in to learn about the exciting opportunities ahead for aspiring medical researchers!