New Delhi: iHub Anubhuti-IIITD Foundation, a Technology Innovation Hub (TiH) focused on cognitive computing and social sensing, has signed an MoU with the Medanta Institute of Education and Research (MIER) to collaborate on healthcare innovation. The partnership seeks to address challenges in healthcare through research, skill development, and knowledge exchange.
Focus on Research and Education
The agreement outlines joint research projects involving faculty, clinicians, and scientists from both organisations. These projects aim to leverage iHub’s expertise in computational technology and Medanta’s clinical research capabilities to find practical solutions for healthcare challenges in hospitals and communities.
The collaboration will also facilitate academic exchanges, such as guest lectures, workshops, and conferences, to promote knowledge sharing. Students, research staff, and clinicians from both institutions will have access to academic events and library resources, along with opportunities for short research stays to foster hands-on learning.
Bridging Medical Science and Technology
Ranjan Bose, Chairman of iHub Anubhuti and Director of IIIT-Delhi, noted that the partnership would focus on translational research to develop solutions addressing real-world healthcare challenges. Dr Shoibal Mukherjee, Director of Medical Research at Medanta, highlighted the growing need for collaboration between computational and medical sciences in the era of digital technologies like AI and robotics.
Advancing India’s Healthcare Ecosystem
Vinay Mehta, CEO of iHub Anubhuti, emphasised that the partnership could support the development of indigenous technologies while improving patient care. Both organisations aim to strengthen India’s healthcare innovation ecosystem and contribute to technological advancements in the field.
The partnership aligns with iHub Anubhuti’s focus under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems and Medanta’s commitment to clinical and translational research. Together, the institutions aim to develop technology-driven solutions for healthcare challenges in India.
