Sejal Patil of Varun Arjun University Selected for prestigious ICMR Short-Term Studentship Research Project

Miss Sejal Patil, an MBBS student of Varun Arjun Medical College & Rohilkhand Hospital (VAMC & RH), Varun Arjun University (VAU), Shahjahanpur, has been selected for the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Short-Term Studentship (STS) project, providing an opportunity to pursue scientific research alongside her undergraduate medical education.

The ICMR-STS programme aims to encourage undergraduate medical students to develop an interest in research, understand scientific methodology, and gain practical exposure to the process of conducting research. Such initiatives help students cultivate critical thinking, analytical skills, and an evidence-based approach to clinical practice.

The project will be undertaken under the guidance of Dr. Arushi Saxena, Associate Professor, Department of Anaesthesia, with Dr. Rahul Saxena, associate professor, from the Department of Physiology serving as co-guide. Their mentorship will support the student in developing research skills and understanding the systematic approach to scientific investigation.

Dr. (Col.) Ravindra Nath Shukla, Dean & Principal, VAMC & RH, congratulated Miss Sejal Patil on her selection and encouraged her to make the most of this research opportunity.

The student also received encouragement and best wishes from Dr. Keshav Kumar Agrawal, Chancellor, VAU; Dr. Ashok Kumar Agrawal, Pro-Chancellor, VAU; Dr. Kiran Agrawal, Vice-Chancellor, VAU; and Dr. Lata Agrawal, Vice-Chancellor, BIU.

This selection reflects the University’s commitment to nurturing research aptitude among undergraduate medical students and promoting a culture of scientific inquiry alongside academic learning. The institution congratulates Miss Sejal Patil and her faculty mentors and wishes them success in their research endeavour.