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RMCH & RC Organizes CME on Writing Effective Public Health Research Project Proposals Successfully
02 Jun 2026
Report on Continuing Medical Education (CME)
“Innovate, Inspire, Implement: Writing Project Proposals that Drive Public Health Change”
Date: 20 May 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: Auditorium, Rama Medical College Hospital & Research Centre (RMCH & RC), Mandhana, Kanpur
Organized by: Rama Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Kanpur
Introduction
Rama Medical College Hospital & Research Centre (RMCH & RC), Kanpur, successfully organized a Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme titled “Innovate, Inspire, Implement: Writing Project Proposals that Drive Public Health Change” on 20 May 2026 at the college auditorium. The programme was conducted by Respected Principal maam Dr. R Sujatha, RMCH&RC with the objective of enhancing research skills among faculty members, students, by providing practical guidance on developing impactful public health research proposals.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from the MBBS students of all batches where more than 300 students registered themselves along with the students of Dr. B.S Kushwaha Medical college actively participated.
The programme commenced with the ceremonial welcome by respected Dean, student welfare, RMCH&RC dignitaries and guests. The organizing team extended a warm welcome to all participants and highlighted the significance of research proposal writing in securing funding, generating evidence-based solutions, and improving public health outcomes. The inaugural address emphasized the growing importance of quality research in medical education and healthcare delivery. Participants were encouraged to engage actively in research activities and contribute innovative ideas to address contemporary public health challenges.
The keynote lecture was delivered by Prof. Saif Anees, Department of Community Medicine, Executive Committee Member and Research Review Committee Member, Government Medical College (GMC), Kannauj.
During his insightful presentation, Prof. Anees discussed various aspects of research proposal development, including:
- Identification of relevant public health problems.
- Formulation of research questions and objectives.
- Selection of appropriate study designs and methodologies.
- Literature review and evidence synthesis.
- Budget preparation and resource allocation.
- Ethical considerations in biomedical research.
- Writing effective grant applications.
- Strategies for improving proposal acceptance rates.
- Common mistakes in proposal writing and methods to avoid them.
- Translation of research findings into public health policy and practice.
The speaker shared practical examples from his professional experience and demonstrated how well-structured proposals can contribute to meaningful public health interventions and attract funding opportunities.
An interactive question-and-answer session followed the lecture. Participants actively discussed topics related to:
- ICMR and other national funding opportunities.
- Preparation of research protocols.
- Publication ethics and plagiarism prevention.
- Statistical planning and sample size estimation.
- Multidisciplinary collaborations in public health research.
- Career opportunities in medical research.
The session provided valuable clarification on common challenges faced by young researchers and postgraduate students during proposal preparation.
The CME was attended by faculty members, Students of MBBS Batch, undergraduate medical student. The active participation and engagement of attendees contributed significantly to the success of the programme.
The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Nashra Afaq of the Department of Microbiology. Gratitude was expressed to the distinguished speaker, institutional administration, organizing committee members, faculty participants, students, and technical support staff for their valuable contributions in making the event a success.
Conclusion
The CME programme “Innovate, Inspire, Implement: Writing Project Proposals that Drive Public Health Change” proved to be highly informative and beneficial for participants. The session enhanced understanding of research proposal development and encouraged researchers to undertake high-quality public health studies capable of generating meaningful scientific evidence and improving healthcare outcomes. The event reinforced the institution's commitment to promoting a strong culture of research, innovation, and academic excellence.
