Srinagar Sep 04 (KNS) : The three-day Research Methodology Workshop organized by the Multidisciplinary Research Unit (MRU) of Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, under the sponsorship of the Indian Council of Medical Research – Department of Health Research (ICMR–DHR), concluded successfully today.
The workshop, inaugurated on September 2, brought together eminent national and regional experts, faculty members, and young researchers, creating a vibrant platform for academic exchange and skill-building.
Over the course of three days, participants engaged in intensive sessions covering diverse themes, including research design, epidemiology, biostatistics, ethics in health research, data interpretation, and critical appraisal of scientific literature. The interactive modules aimed at equipping researchers with the methodological tools required for high-quality, evidence-based research.
A special highlight of the workshop was the preparation of draft research proposals by participants, which were presented to the resource persons for critical feedback and suggestions. The exercise not only provided hands-on learning but also helped participants refine their ideas and proposals to make them fit for submission for extramural grants from ICMR and other national funding agencies.
Prof. (Dr.) Iffat Hassan Shah, Principal/Dean GMC Srinagar, lauded the successful conduct of the workshop and reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to fostering a strong research culture. She acknowledged the contributions of the MRU team and the ICMR-Collaborating Centre of Excellence (CCoE), St.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelJohn’s Research Institute Bengaluru, for their academic and technical support.
The resource persons included renowned experts such as Prof. (Dr.) Prem Mony, Vice-Dean and Professor of Epidemiology, St. John’s Research Institute; Prof. (Dr.) Tinku Thomas, Professor of Biostatistics; Dr. Sumithra Selvam, Assistant Professor of Biostatistics; Dr. Deepika, Scientist C, Department of Health Research, MoHFW; Dr. Tanu Anand, Scientist E, ICMR Headquarters; Sunil Pant, Finance Manager, Department of Health Research, MoHFW; Prof. (Dr.) S. M. Salim Khan, HoD Community Medicine GMC Srinagar; and Prof. (Dr.) Bashir Ahmad Shah, GMC Srinagar.
Participants expressed that the workshop provided valuable insights into contemporary research practices and enhanced their confidence in designing and conducting scientifically sound studies.
Prof. Sabhiya Majid, Nodal Officer MRU, expressed gratitude to ICMR–DHR, the collaborating institutions, the esteemed faculty, and the administrative leadership of GMC Srinagar, including Mr. Mohammad Ashraf Hakak, for their unwavering support. She emphasized that such initiatives not only strengthen institutional capacity but also contribute to advancing the overall health research ecosystem in Jammu & Kashmir.
The workshop concluded with a vote of thanks, followed by distribution of certificates to the participants. The event marked yet another milestone for GMC Srinagar in promoting evidence-based medicine, collaboration, and innovation in health research.(KNS)