S.H.I.N.E. Initiative Latest News
Recently, the Department of Health Research (DHR) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) organized a nationwide open day titled S.H.I.N.E. initiative.
About S.H.I.N.E. Initiative
- SHINE stands for Science, Health and Innovation for Nextgen Explorers which is a nationwide student outreach Program.
- This is a unique initiative of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to ignite scientific curiosity, foster innovation and inspire the next generation of health researchers.
- The initiative aimed to introduce students to the field of health and biomedical research, highlight ICMR’s contributions to improving the nation’s health, and motivate young learners to pursue careers in science and public health,
- The event drew more than 13,000 students in grades 9-12 from over 300 schools across 39 districts in 16 states and union territories to various ICMR institutes in the country
- The programme included a range of interactive activities such as guided laboratory tours, research exhibitions, poster walks, video presentations, and live demonstrations of ongoing scientific work.
- To make the experience more engaging, a mascot named Dr. Curio was introduced as a friendly and relatable guide for the students.
Source: PIB
Last updated on January, 2026
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