- For collaboration on research and training, the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad.
- The MoU was signed by Director General of Armed Forces Medical Services Lt Gen Daljit Singh, and Director of IIT Hyderabad Prof B S Murty.
- Its main aim is to foster innovation and research in developing novel medical devices.
- The MoU will facilitate student exchange programs, short-term courses for undergraduates, and faculty exchange initiatives.
- Drone-based patient transport, telemedicine innovations, the application of Artificial Intelligence in the medical field, and advancements in nanotechnology will be the main areas of collaboration.
- IIT Hyderabad’s departments of Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, and Bioinformatics will provide the necessary technical expertise.
