Research is essential to deliver better and more advanced treatments, emphasized Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak during the 19th Foundation Day of the Centre of BioMedical Research (CBMR). “New medicines, implants, and technology are vital, and CBMR is playing a pivotal role in this transformation,” Pathak said. He noted that CBMR is evolving into a national translational research institute and urged greater focus on patent generation and collaborations with international institutions.
CBMR’s Role in Affordable Healthcare Innovation
Pathak commended CBMR for its significant contributions to neuroimaging, biomarker discovery, drug discovery, molecular diagnostics, and translational medicine, all aimed at developing affordable and accessible healthcare solutions for India.
Highlights of CBMR’s Progress
Professor Alok Dhawan, Director of CBMR, underscoring the rising emphasis on IPR generation, innovation ecosystems, and cross-disciplinary partnerships with both national and international organizations. He reaffirmed CBMR’s mission to support advanced yet cost-effective healthcare through continuous scientific inquiry and innovation.
Honouring Excellence in Research
As part of the celebrations, CBMR conferred the Research Publication Award on six outstanding faculty members. Their work made high-impact contributions to biomedical research. Professor Sanjeev Misra, Vice-Chancellor of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU), Lucknow, presented the awards as guest of honour. He encouraged a thriving culture of research and innovation.
Strengthening Collaborations for Translational Research
CBMR further expanded its research network by signing MoUs with four leading institutions:
*Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow
*Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), New Delhi
*AIIMS – Rae Bareli
*Amity University, Lucknow Campus
Hindustantimes.com reported that the collaborations will boost CBMR’s capacity for impactful translational research. These efforts aim to pave the way for breakthroughs that benefit patients nationwide.
