Renowned Professor Irfan Rahman, Director of Flavor Inhalation Toxicology Research at the University of Rochester Medical Center, New York, visited All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhopal on Monday.

The visit aimed to foster collaboration and explore potential research initiatives in the fields of toxicology and lung diseases. During his visit, Professor Rahman engaged in fruitful discussions with key representatives of AIIMS Bhopal, including Prof Rehan Ul Haq, Dean Research; Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Dean Research; Prof Arneet Arora, Head of the Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology; Prof Jagat Rakesh Kanwar, Head of the Department of Biochemistry; and Prof Deepti Joshi, Department of Pathology and Lab Medicine. The interactions focused on sharing insights, exchanging knowledge, and exploring collaborative opportunities between the University of Rochester and AIIMS Bhopal in the fields of toxicology and respiratory health.

Professor Irfan Rahman expressed a keen interest in establishing research partnerships to advance scientific understanding and treatment modalities for lung diseases. Recognizing the potential for impactful collaboration, it was mutually agreed that an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) should be initiated between the University of Rochester and AIIMS Bhopal.

This MOU aims to formalize the commitment to collaborative research, sharing resources, and fostering a continuous exchange of expertise between the two esteemed institutions.

Both parties look forward to a successful partnership that will contribute significantly to advancements in the fields of toxicology and respiratory health. The initiation of the MOU marks a crucial step towards enhancing research capabilities and addressing critical challenges in healthcare.