Meghna A. Singhania
Editor-In-Chief
Medical Dialogues
On behalf of Medical Dialogues, India's premier news portal for medical journalism, I extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to each of you joining us for the 2nd edition of the Blackbuck Medical Research Awards 2025.
Medical Dialogues the largest medical news portal for Healthcare Providers (HCPs) in India, has been supported by Google to promote medical journalism and empower the country's medical community.
Recognizing the significant contributions of the medical fraternity to advancing research in India, we launched the inaugural edition of the Blackbuck Medical Research Awards in 2024, which received an overwhelming response with 110+ applications from researchers across the country. The awards honored 46 top medical researchers from 41 institutions across 27 cities and 16 states.
The awards were presented in the presence of Shri. Harsh Malhotra, Hon. Minister of State for Corporate Affairs and Road Transport, and Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary, Minister of State in the Ministry of Jal Shakti, as chief guests. Dr. B. Srinivas, Secretary of NMC, and Dr. Abhijath Sheth, President of NBE, served as Guests of Honour.
With this resounding success, we are proud to bring you the 2nd edition of the Blackbuck Awards, continuing our mission to celebrate excellence in medical research.
Inspired by the qualities of the Blackbuck, the "Blackbuck Award for Medical Research" was established to recognize groundbreaking achievements in medical science. Similar to how the blackbuck faces threats from habitat loss and poaching, medical research encounters challenges such as funding constraints, regulatory hurdles, and public skepticism. Despite these obstacles, both the blackbuck and medical research continue to persevere and thrive, driven by the commitment of individuals dedicated to their preservation and advancement.
By honoring exceptional Researcher and achievements in medical research in India through the 'Blackbuck Award,' we aim to raise awareness of the importance of supporting and nurturing the scientific endeavors that are vital for the health and well-being of society. Just as efforts are made to conserve and protect the blackbuck species.
In recognition of the seasoned veterans of medical research, the Pioneer Research Awards honor individuals over the age of 45 who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of knowledge and innovation in the medical field. These pioneers have laid the groundwork for future discoveries, mentoring the next generation while pushing the boundaries of medical science.
This category highlights the upcoming generation of medical researchers. Aimed at individuals under the age of 45, the Rising Researcher Awards seek to recognize and encourage the groundbreaking work being done by early-career scientists and clinicians. This award is not just an accolade but a beacon of inspiration for young researchers, fostering a culture of innovation and dedication in the medical community.
Medical institution awards are given to recognize and honor the medical institution like, hospitals , clinics, medical schools, pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, public health agency who have made significant contributions to various aspects of healthcare, institutions that have a reputation for recognizing and rewarding excellence are more likely to attract top talent in the healthcare industry.
The Blackbuck Stellar Research Award is presented to recognize exceptional research work that embodies originality, scientific rigor, and meaningful impact within the field of medicine. This award celebrates contributions that not only advance knowledge but also inspire the broader medical and scientific community to strive for excellence.
The Blackbuck Outstanding Journal Award honors excellence in medical and healthcare research publishing. This award recognizes scientific journals that have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the medical field through high-impact research, rigorous peer-review processes, and dedication to disseminating critical advancements in medicine and healthcare.
The Blackbuck International Research Excellence Award is dedicated to honoring recognizing exceptional contributions to medical research by Non-Resident Indian (NRI) scientists and clinicians who belong to Indian Origin, whose research work had a significant impact on groundbreaking discoveries, this award celebrates the rare excellence of those Indians advancing medicine beyond borders.
Hon. Member of Parliament
Former Minister of Health and Family Welfare
Delhi Health Minister
Former MP, Lok Sabha
Senior Leader and Cabinet Minister
Chairperson – National Medical Commission (NMC)
The Lalit Hotel, New Delhi
10 AUGUST 2025
Join us at the grand and luxurious Lalit Hotel in the heart of India's capital, New Delhi, for an evening dedicated to celebrating excellence in medical research. The Medical Research Summit & Blackbuck Awards 2025 promises to be an evening of inspiration, recognition, and camaraderie among the best minds in the medical field regardless of their ages or genders.
| Session | Topic | Timing | Session Chair | Session Moderator | Panellists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical Research: Obstacles and Solutions | 10:30 AM - 11:05 AM | Prof. Sanghamitra Pati (Addl. DG, ICMR) | Dr. Naresh Goyal | Dr. Ashok Jain - National Academy of Medical Sciences, Health Ministry Dr. Chandrakant Lahariya - Foundation for People-centric Health Systems Dr. Himanshu Chauhan - Additional Director, NCDC Representative from Indian Council of Medical Research |
| 2 | Healthcare Industries and Healthcare Research | 11:05 AM - 11:40 AM | CDSCO Representative | Dr. Jeegar Dattani (Medical Dialogues) | Dr. Suyog Mehta - Sr. VP & Head Medical, Sun Pharma Dr. Preeti Nikam - Servier India |
| 3 | AI in Medical Research: From Innovation to Implementation | 11:40 AM - 12:15 PM | Rajendra Gupta (Founder, Health Parliament) | Harsh Nagpal (Head, WK) | Dr. Anurag Sinha - Maulana Azad Medical College Dr. Raju Vaishya - Apollo Hospitals Prof. Musharraf Hussain - Dean, Jamia Hamdard Dr. Santosh Taur - Pfizer Dr. Sandeep Sewlikar - Roche Diagnostics India |
| 4 | Integrating Clinical Research into Medical Practice | 12:15 PM - 12:50 PM | Rajiv Sood - VC, Baba Farid University | Representative, WK | Dr. Arti Maria - ABVIMS & RML Hospital Dr. Raj Kumar - VPCI Dr. Suresh Kumar - Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College Dr. Anil Kohli - Former Chairman, DCI |
| 5 | Medical Publishing Uncovered: Insights, Hurdles and Horizons | 12:50 PM - 01:25 PM | Dr. Alvina - Editor-in-Chief, IJMR | Dr. Sunny Duttagupta - Scientific Scholar LLC | Dr. Maneesh Singhal - AIIMS Dr. Prashant Mishra - BMJ Sameer Gupta - RELX Dr. Girish Menon - Neurology India Nitasha Diwasar - Taylor and Francis |
| # | Name | Organization | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Tarun Kumar Sahni | Indraprastha Apollo Hospital | Head of Hyperbaric Medicine & Sr. Consultant Internal Medicine |
| 2 | Dr. Santosh Kumar Swain | AIIMS, Bhubaneswar | Professor, Dept. of ENT & Head and Neck Surgery |
| 3 | Dr. Ashokkumar Thakkar | Meril Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. | Head - Clinical Research |
| 4 | Dr. Anju Aggarwal | University College of Medical Sciences | Director Professor Pediatrics and HOD |
| 5 | Dr. Sabyasachi Sengupta | Future Vision Eye Care | Consultant Vitreoretinal Surgeon |
| 6 | Prof. Ashok Kumar Saxena | University College of Medical Sciences, DU | Prof. & Head, Dept. of Anesthesiology, Critical Care & Pain Medicine |
| 7 | Prof. (Dr.) Sanjeev Gulati | Fortis Healthcare | Executive Director, Dept. of Nephrology & Kidney Transplant |
| 8 | Dr. Manish Bansal | Medanta - The Medicity | Senior Director, Clinical and Preventive Cardiology |
| 9 | Dr. Jitendra Sharma | Defence Forces | Professor in Neurology |
| 10 | Dr. Joy Kumar Chakma | Indian Council of Medical Research | Scientist-F |
| 11 | Dr. Gayatri Gogoi | Assam Medical College & Hospital | Associate Professor of Pathology |
| 12 | Prof. Anil Kumar Jain | Annals of National Academy of Medical Sciences | Editor-in-Chief, Professor of Orthopedics |
| 13 | Prof. Poonam Malhotra Kapoor | AIIMS | Professor, Dept. of Cardiac Anaesthesiology & Critical Care |
| 14 | Dr. Naveen Jain | KIMS Healthcare | Senior Consultant Neonatologist |
| 15 | Dr. Pushpendra Nath Renjen | Indraprastha Apollo Hospital | Senior Consultant Neurologist |
| 16 | Dr. Aarti Marya | RML Hospital | Dean, ABVIMS and RML Hospital |
| 17 | Dr. Sangeeta Sharma | IHBAS | Professor & Head, Dept. of Neuropsychopharmacology |
| # | Name | Organization | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Soumick Ranjan Sahoo | SAIL IISCO Steel Plant | Medical Officer ENT |
| 2 | Dr. Sudarshan Reddy C | BLDE DU Shri B M Patil Medical College | Professor, Pharmacology |
| 3 | Dr. Mohammed Shanil P | Government Medical College, Kannur | DM Cardiology Resident |
| 4 | Dr. Mangesh Londhe | Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pune | Associate Professor, Pathology |
| 5 | Dr. Rajlaxmi Mundhra | AIIMS Rishikesh | Additional Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology |
| 6 | Yuvaraj Krishnamoorthy | PROPUL Evidence LLP | Head, Evidence Synthesis Unit |
| 7 | Dr. Sujit Kumar Tripathy | AIIMS Bhubaneswar | Professor, Orthopaedics |
| 8 | Dr. Femitha Pournami | KIMS Health, Trivandrum | Senior Consultant & Academic Coordinator, Neonatology |
| 9 | Dr. Digvijay Singh | AIIMS New Delhi | Founder-Director & Lead Surgeon, Noble Eye Care |
| 10 | Dr. Sumit Aggarwal | ICMR, New Delhi | Epidemiologist, Implementation Research |
| 11 | Dr. Abhiraj Ramchandani | Lehar Pathology Laboratory | Consultant Pathologist, G.D. Birla Memorial Health Centre |
| 12 | Dr. Balbir Kumar | AIIMS New Delhi | Associate Professor, Onco-Anesthesia & Palliative Medicine |
| No | Journal Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology |
| 2 | Indian Journal of Medical Research |
| 3 | Indian Journal of Nephrology |
| No | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Galderma India Pvt Ltd |
| 2 | Dr.Reddys LTD |
| 3 | Sun Pharma Laboratories Limited |
| 4 | Dr. Raghav Gupta, Aiims Delhi |
| No. | Institution Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sajja Heart Foundation |
| 2 | KIMS HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT LIMITED |
| 3 | Translumina Therapeutics Private Limited |
| 4 | Sun Pharma Laboratories Limited |
| 5 | Pfizer Limited |
Visibility before, during, and after the event across high-traffic Medical Dialogues platforms. Featured branding in all communication to 3.5+ lakh medical professionals. Logo placements on banners, digital platforms, and at the event venue.
Packages tailored to meet your marketing goals and outreach objectives. Flexible options to suit your level of engagement.
Dedicated coverage across Medical Dialogues’ website, newsletters, and social media. Direct access to India’s largest medical readership and research community.
Brand mentions and visibility to a global audience through digital coverage. Enhanced positioning through post-event interviews, videos, and articles.
Engage directly with top medical researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers. Explore collaborations and partnerships within the healthcare and pharmaceutical ecosystem
