Overview of What We Do
As India's apex body of biomedical research, ICMR spearheads innovation through a wide range of initiatives and collaborations. ICMR also contributes to the formulation of evidence-based health policies and programs through its guidelines, regulations and policy inputs.
ICMR spearheads cutting-edge research across a broad spectrum of health areas, advancing scientific knowledge and addressing critical healthcare challenges.
ICMR provides financial assistance to ICMR institutes to conduct research based on its mandate and priorities.
ICMR provides financial assistance for Indian scientists working outside ICMR institutes to conduct research in medicine, and public health.
ICMR develops and disseminates guidelines and regulations on a range of public health issues, which serve as valuable resources for individuals, researchers, healthcare professionals, and policymakers.
ICMR provides evidence-based policy inputs, backed by extensive research, to aid decision-making in the field of healthcare.
ICMR engages in collaborative partnerships with renowned public health organizations from across the globe, to promote knowledge exchange and effectively address pressing healthcare challenges.
ICMR enhances the skills and expertise of healthcare professionals, researchers, and scientists through various capacity building programs, workshops, and fellowships.
ICMR organises various events and trainings to disseminate knowledge, promote research findings, and facilitate professional development in the field of biomedical research.
ICMR partners with national and international partners through Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to foster research collaborations, exchange scientific knowledge, and jointly address health challenges.
ICMR actively participates in government initiatives, contributing to national and state health programs through its research, strengthening progress towards health targets.
