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SRMIST RESEARCH

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Dr. Rajiv JanardhananDean, Medical Research

About

Welcome to Division of
Medical Research

Established in 2008 under the guidance and leadership of our visionary founder and Chancellor, Dr. T. R. Paarivendhar, the Division of Medical Research is actively engaged in world-class research in medical and allied sciences. This Division of Medical Research, housed on the vast campus of SRMIST, gives our research-minded students and scholars an unparalleled platform to work on a variety of futuristic areas guided by faculty members. The Division of Medical Research at the SRM Institute of Science and Technology is committed to the pursuit of excellence in research and aims to lead the national agenda across the spectrum of science and technology, the humanities, and social responsibilities. Our commitment to the range of our interdisciplinary work is reflected in the sustenance of both applied research and basic research, which may yield a long-term impact. The Division of Medical Research ensures that all core and interdisciplinarity flourish in research by adopting the highest norms and standards of a scholarly undertaking.

About

Welcome to Division of
Medical Research

Established in 2008 under the guidance and leadership of our visionary founder and Chancellor, Dr. T. R. Paarivendhar, the Division of Medical Research is actively engaged in world-class research in medical and allied sciences. This Division of Medical Research, housed on the vast campus of SRMIST, gives our research-minded students and scholars an unparalleled platform to work on a variety of futuristic areas guided by faculty members. The Division of Medical Research at the SRM Institute of Science and Technology is committed to the pursuit of excellence in research and aims to lead the national agenda across the spectrum of science and technology, the humanities, and social responsibilities. Our commitment to the range of our interdisciplinary work is reflected in the sustenance of both applied research and basic research, which may yield a long-term impact. The Division of Medical Research ensures that all core and interdisciplinarity flourish in research by adopting the highest norms and standards of a scholarly undertaking.

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Objective

To set up a world-class research center that will accelerate clinical research and have a meaningful impact on human health

RESEARCH PROMOTION SCHEME:

  • Funding pilot projects of the faculty members of the Division of Medical Research, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, under the Selective Excellence Initiative Program.
  • Funding innovative projects of the students of the Division of Medical Research, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, under the Research Excellence Undergraduate Program.
  • A special Finance Committee to assist the Principal Investigator with the expenses as well as the preparation of utilisation certificates for the project has been set up to facilitate the smooth functioning of the project.
  • Seed money for faculty members to set up their research laboratories for carrying out research.
  • Faculty Abroad Program for one semester.
  • Financial assistance to the faculty members to carry out Proof of Concepts in the lab. With proof of concept, they can apply for funded projects from government funding agencies.
  • Incubation centres for all the stakeholders in the research ecosystem are at the Division of Medical Research, SRM IST.
  • Performance incentives, scholarships and research awards are given to faculty members and research scholars based on the impact factor of journal publications and funded projects.
  • Encouragement for signing MoUs with Universities and companies for collaborative research.
  • Students Abroad Program for one semester.
  • Every year, Research Day is celebrated on the 28th of February. The faculty members and the students present their research papers separately in their respective departments and the best papers are awarded gold and silver medals. The selected papers are sent to National/ International journals for publication.
  • Financial assistance is given to faculty members and students to get patents for their innovative ideas and products. A special patent office with experienced officials support assists the inventors through the filing process.
  • Students are encouraged to participate in competitions in India or abroad with their innovations.
  • The faculty members and students are sent to International and National conferences /seminars/workshops for participation and to present their papers. Financial support is also provided for registration, accommodation, etc. for 3 years.
  • Post-doctoral fellowships are provided for young scientists to foster a scientific environment to develop their scientific endeavors.

Research promotion scheme at SRM MHS

a. Chancellor Undergraduate/Postgraduate Research Fellowships

  • The UG and PG Students of all disciplines of SRMMHS are eligible for this scheme.
  • The call notification would will be given twice every year to all the Schools and Colleges of SRMMHS. Interested students have to develop a feasible research proposal in the format provided, under the guidance of a faculty member and submit three copies through HOD to respective Dean, which should be forwarded to the Dean, Research (MHS), SRMMHS. The call for fellowships will be in two cycles/year.
  • The Fellowship will be tenable only for the work conducted in the indicated Department at SRMMHS.
  • The fellow shall work in the departments of the University / constituent Colleges under the guidance of the recognized supervisor and under the overall supervision of the Head of the Department concerned.
  • During the tenure of the fellowship, the fellow must diligently engage in the identified topic of research. Arrangements need to be made to report his/her work and progress from time to time by the supervisor and the Head of the Department concerned.
  • Payment of the fellowship will be made based on the requisition sent by the fellow through the Supervisor/Head of the Department concerned.
  • Students who avail and complete their projects are encouraged to publish their research work in indexed journals.
  • The students can avail 50% concession on all the investigational charges that are normally levied by the Medical College Hospital. The cost of analysis in the research laboratories (DBT platform, Nanotechnology Research Centre) will be as per the University norms.

b. Chancellor Fellowship for Ph.D scholars

  • The Founder Chancellor Fellowships are open only to candidates opting for the Ph.D. programs of SRMMHS as full-time candidates.
  • A contingency grant of Rs.5,00,000 will be available for expenditure during the entire program, subject to completion in three years. Publications of research from this grant are encouraged.
  • The process of selection for the award of a contingency grant will be based on the recommendations of the Committee.

c. SRMMHS - Growth & Advancement towards Excellence (GATE) – Research Starter Grant

  • Entry-level faculty members of all faculties of SRMMHS at the level of Assistant Professor are eligible for this scheme.
  • This scheme is for young faculty members who start their teaching and research activity to develop preliminary research data. It is expected that the grantee should submit a grant to a national /international funding agency using this preliminary data.
  • The call for a research proposal would be made twice a year.
  • The duration of this one-time grant period is for two years from the date of sanction and the research is to be started within one month of receiving the sanction order, which is expected to be conducted by the faculty member him/herself. Hence no manpower would be supported in the grant.
  • A total budget of Rs.5,00,000/- would be provided and can be utilized for the project needs.
  • The PI can apportion the quantum under each head (eg. Lab consumable, Data management) as per the requirement with suitable justification within the maximum limit of Rs.5,00,000/-
  • Duration of Grant: Two years from the date of receipt of the grant award letter.

SRM Division of Medical Research, Medical & Health Sciences, SRMIST.

Phone: +914447432591
Email: medresearch@srmist.edu.in

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