CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Express / ITDC News Bhopal: Under the leadership of AIIMS Bhopal Executive Director Dr. Ajay Singh, the institution has made significant strides in research and medicine. In a proud achievement, Ms. Kashmi Sharma, a Ph.D. scholar from the Department of Translational Medicine at AIIMS Bhopal, won the Young Researcher Award at the 5th Science Enclave cum National Biomedical Research Competition (NBRCom-2024), held in New Delhi.
Working under the guidance of Dr. Megha Katare Pandey, Associate Professor in the Translational Medicine and Infectious Diseases Laboratory, Ms. Sharma also received the Best Poster Presentation Award along with a cash prize of ₹5,000 for her research.
Director’s Statement on the Achievement:
Speaking on this accomplishment, Dr. Singh said:
“This achievement by Ms. Kashmi Sharma and her team highlights the exceptional contributions of AIIMS Bhopal researchers. Events like NBRCom-2024 provide young researchers with a prestigious platform to present their work. Such initiatives promote innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration, which are critical for transforming healthcare outcomes.”
Details of the Research:
Ms. Sharma’s research was titled:
“Risk of Human Parvovirus B19 Transmission in Neonatal Intensive Care: Insights from an Exploratory Study on Sepsis and Blood Transfusion.”
The study was conducted in collaboration with GMC Bhopal and co-authored by Rohan Srivastava, Somesh Mishra, and Dr. Rupinder K. Kanwar, Head of Translational Medicine. The research holds significant importance in the field of health sciences, providing valuable insights into preventing viral infections in neonatal care. It aims to enhance infection control protocols and improve neonatal outcomes.
Other Contributions by AIIMS Scholars:
AIIMS Bhopal students Ms. Zeba Ziva Khan and Ms. Poonam Parihar also presented their research on the impact of fly ash on animal models, contributing to the discussions on science and innovation at the conference.
About the NBRCom-2024 Conference:
The NBRCom-2024 conference was organized under the Society of Young Biomedical Scientists (SYBS India) by AIIMS New Delhi and JNU, New Delhi. This prestigious event promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in biomedical research, featuring technical sessions and poster presentations.
This achievement by AIIMS Bhopal underscores its commitment to advancing scientific research and improving healthcare outcomes through innovation and collaboration.
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