3-Day Institutional Review Board meeting of GMC Concludes

SRINAGAR, JULY 11: A three-day marathon meeting of the Institutional Review Board of Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar concluded today, here.

More than 300 research proposals from 20 diverse medical branches including MD thesis, MCH research and individual research projects of many faculty members were discussed.

The highlight of the meeting was Centre for Disease Control(US)-AIIMS collaborated study on Burden and Sequelae of influenza, SARS-CoV-2 and other respiratory viruses associated Severe Acute Respiratory Infections among Adult Indian Population aged 18-60 years, which was presented and cleared.

This research aimed to monitor and mitigate influenza outbreaks following the COVID-19 pandemic, using insights gained during the global health crisis to enhance preparedness and response.

The meeting served as a crucial platform for doctors and researchers to discuss critical themes that shape modern medical research,
Technological innovation was another focal point, with participants exploring the potential of artificial intelligence, telemedicine, and digital health solutions to improve diagnostics, treatment, and patient outcomes.