Experts deliberate ways to tackle ‘Antimicrobial Resistance’

Experts deliberate ways to tackle 'Antimicrobial Resistance'

Jollygrant- A two-day national conference on 'Antimicrobial Resistance' commenced today at Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant.

Experts from various fields discussed research priorities and action plans. Over 150 faculty members, including research scholars and students from across the country have congregated for the event. Experts began brainstorming to resolve the issue of 'Antimicrobial Resistance,' that is becoming a serious concern for the world. More than 150 faculty members, including research scholars and students from across the country, are confabulating.

This prestigious national conference on 'Antimicrobial Resistance - Research Priorities and Action Plans' is being organized by the Research and Development Cell of SRHU.The chief guest, former Director-General of ICMR, Dr. VM Katoch, mentioned that antimicrobial resistance is one of the major concerns of modern medicine. If not addressed in time, it could become more lethal in the future. Dr. Katoch urged the students and researchers to conduct more research in this area to achieve better outcomes in the future.The Vice-Chancellor of SRHU, Dr. Rajendra Dobhal, shared the university's contributions to research in this field, emphasizing the scientific community's role in combating antimicrobial resistance.The Director of Academic Development at SRHU, Dr. Vijender Chauhan, stated that the purpose of such conferences would be fully realized only when doctors and experts in the field share their experiences extensively.ICMR Scientist and Program Officer AMR, Dr. Kamini Walia, and former Director of AIIMS, Bhopal, Dr. Sarman Singh, highlighted the social impacts post-COVID-19, through their online presentations.Dr. Bindu De, Chairperson of the organizing committee and Director of the Research & Development Cell, mentioned that over the conference is bound to have a far reaching impact on this important issue.

Dr. Kamini Walia made her presentation online, while Dr. Sarman Singh addressed the gathering, shedding light on recent developments and societal implications post-COVID-19 with regards to AMR.

A souvenir based on the conference was also released during the event.