NRF’s Head Academic and Research, Dr Monika Kundu (OT), was nominated to attend the Apollo Research Clinical Conclave (ARC 2026) on 18 & 19 Sept. 2026. Held at the Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, the event was organized by Apollo Research and Innovations (ARI) under the theme “Reimagining Futuristic Clinical Research for Integrated Healthcare Innovations,” ACRC 2026 will explore emerging trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of clinical research and healthcare delivery.
The event brought together eminent persons from clinical research, healthcare, pharma, biotech, MedTech, academia, regulatory bodies and the wider innovation ecosystem. Stalwarts like Prof NK Ganguly (Former DG ICMR), Prof AK Agrawal (Former President Delhi Medical Council), Prof YK Gupta (President AIIMS, Kalyani), Shri Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Dr A Visala, Dr Seema PAI, Dr Neena Valecha and Dr Vaishna Garg were present to share their views on various aspects of clinical research. A number of professional from Regulatory bodies, healthcare and medical devices focused on co-developing innovative products with the stakeholders in order to promote acceptability and prevent unnecessary delays.
Expert talks, panel discussions, knowledge-sharing sessions, industry interactions and innovation showcases also highlighted safety aspects and funding considerations.
Integrating Ayurveda with Allopathy for better results and reduce patient discomfort was the highlight of the two-day conclave.