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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Advanced Certification in Genomics launched
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER) in association with Apollo Health Resources Limited (AHRL) has launched an Advanced Certification in Genomics (ACG) programme. According to a press release, this initiative is part of a strategic partnership between SRIHER and AHRL and falls under the latter's Global Workforce Development initiative that aims to address global healthcare workforce shortages by preparing healthcare professionals for international healthcare careers. An agreement to this effect was recently signed between SRIHER and AHRL. The programme focuses on nurturing the next generation of clinical scientists in the field of genomics. The one-year full-time programme commencing in August 2025 will be conducted in person at SRIHER's Chennai campus. Applicants must hold a postgraduate degree (M. Sc. or M. Tech.) in any of the following disciplines such as Human Genetics, Biomedical Genetics, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Sciences, Stem Cell Sciences, Clinical Research, Medical Laboratory Technology, Genetic Engineering and Medical Microbiology. It is designed in direct alignment with the curriculum specified by the National Health Service (NHS) in England. It offers comprehensive clinical and experiential training in genomics, with the core focus areas including Genetic Testing, Bioinformatics and Genomic Medicine, Cancer Genomics, Prenatal, Paediatric, and Adult Genomics, Genetic and Genomic Counselling. It includes hands-on training by national and international experts, English language, soft skills and interview preparation for UK-based healthcare roles (such as in NHS). The agreement was exchanged between Uma Sekar, Vice Chancellor of SRIHER and Sivaramakrishnan Venkateswaran, Chief Executive Officer of Apollo Knowledge. S. Senthil Kumar, Registrar of SRIHER and P. Venkatachalam, Head of Department, Human Genetics, SRIHER were present, the release said.
The Hindu
26-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
SRIHER spine surgery team wins research award in Seoul
The spine surgery team from Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER) has won the Best International Research Award at the International Congress of the Korean Spine Society held recently in Seoul. A press release said the award was presented to Sudhir Ganesan, Senior Consultant, Spine Surgery, for groundbreaking research on the Wnt signaling pathway (It helps control how cells grow, heal, and develop) during spinal cord injuries. The research was conducted in collaboration with Lakshmi Revathi Perumalsamy, associate professor, Department of Biomedical Sciences, SRIHER. It was funded with a ₹25 lakh grant from AO Spine Foundation, Dr. Sudhir added.
The Hindu
25-04-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
‘Never forget the larger vision of healthcare equity, rural outreach'
'The nation you serve will look at you not just as a physician but as a leader, educator, and innovator. Whether you choose the path of research, clinical service, administration, or public health, never forget the larger vision of healthcare equity, rural outreach, and gender sensitivity,' Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, Director-General, Armed Forces Medical Services, New Delhi, told students on Friday. Delivering the address at the 39th convocation of Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER), she highlighted the importance of hands-on patient care, soft skills in medical practice, communication with patients, and teamwork. 'In a world plagued by new-age pandemics, mental health crises, conflict-related injuries, and climate-linked diseases, your role is more critical than ever. Be that calm in the chaos, the light in despair, and the voice of reason amid fear,' Ms. Sarin said. Healthcare today, she said, was no longer just about curing diseases, it was about creating a health-secure nation. 'As India progresses towards the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' @ 2047, you are the architects of a new era of healthcare digital, inclusive, preventive, and personalised medicine,' she said, adding that: 'Don't let your knowledge remain in textbooks or journals, but translate it into compassionate care, ethical choices, and innovative solutions for real-world problems.' 'We stand at the crossroads of technology and tradition. Artificial intelligence, genomics, wearable health monitors, robotic surgeries, and drone-based medical logistics are no longer dreams, they are today's realities,' she said. She presented 40 gold medals to 29 candidates on the occasion. V.R. Venkataachalam, Chancellor of SRIHER, presented degrees to 637 graduands, who included Ph.D scholars, undergraduates, and postgraduates in medical, engineering, and management sciences. SRIHER's Pro-Chancellor R.V. Sengutuvan and Vice-Chancellor Uma Sekar were among those present.
