Bhubaneswar, Odisha: AIIMS Bhubaneswar is strengthening its focus on advanced medical research, cancer diagnostics and evidence-based patient care, with a major emphasis on developing healthcare solutions tailored to India's needs.

The institute has secured research grants worth ₹32.2 crore through 187 extramural projects during 2025–26. It has already received more than ₹10 crore through 29 projects in the ongoing financial year 2026–27.

The announcement was made during the institute's 4th Annual Research Day, organised under the theme, "Innovate, Translate, Heal: Advancing Biomedical Frontiers."

Addressing the programme, AIIMS Bhubaneswar Executive Director Dr. Ashutosh Biswas highlighted the institute's growing research capabilities and its commitment to translating scientific discoveries into better patient care.

AIIMS Bhubaneswar is focusing on areas such as cancer, infectious diseases, public health, microbiome research and mental health. The institute has established specialised facilities, including the Infectious Research and Diagnostic Laboratory, Advanced Mycology Diagnostic and Research Laboratory, Advanced Molecular Oncology Diagnostic Services, known as DIAMOnDS, and a Brain Bank.

These facilities aim to make advanced diagnostic services and specialised treatment more accessible to patients from Odisha and neighbouring states, reducing the need to travel to distant cities for advanced healthcare.

The event was attended by Prof. Shreepad Karmalkar, Director of IIT Bhubaneswar, as the Chief Guest. Dr. Arvind Sinha, Executive Director of AIIMS Kalyani, and senior technocrat Charudutta Panigrahi were present as Guests of Honour.

Emphasising stronger institutional partnerships, Prof. Karmalkar called for greater interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research, highlighting the importance of closer collaboration between IITs and AIIMS.

Dr. Arvind Sinha stressed the need for India-specific healthcare research data, pointing out that the country's unique population profile and medical challenges require evidence generated within India. Charudutta Panigrahi highlighted the role of medical research in nation-building.

A major highlight of the event was the research poster presentation, which featured 140 participants. A panel discussion titled "Breaking Barriers in Medical Research: Hurdles, Innovations and Opportunities" also brought together experts to discuss research challenges, innovation and collaboration.

The dignitaries released the Annual Research Report 2025–26 and digitally launched AIIMS Bhubaneswar Research Talks. Awards were also presented for research excellence, outstanding publications, best posters and global research achievements.

With growing research funding, advanced diagnostic infrastructure and stronger academic collaborations, AIIMS Bhubaneswar is working towards strengthening specialised healthcare and medical research in eastern India.