Raipur: Pt Deendayal Upadhyay Memorial Health Sciences and Ayush University has signed an MoU with Hyderabad-based Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CSIR-CCMB) to conduct genetic research and testing for sickle cell anemia in the state.
Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that affects hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen through the body.
The collaboration focuses on comprehensive diagnosis, identification, and prevention strategies for sickle cell anemia. The agreement encompasses genetic testing and carrier analysis, enabling identification of affected individuals and providing vital information for at-risk populations to enhance health outcomes.
University vice chancellor Pradeep Kumar Patra highlighted that this partnership would enhance early detection capabilities, enabling healthcare professionals to better understand and treat this hereditary condition.
The agreement facilitates knowledge exchange between faculty, researchers, and students from both institutions, promoting academic and research excellence. Additionally, collaborative educational initiatives, including seminars, workshops, and training programmes, will raise public awareness and encourage participation in genetics and healthcare sectors.
Dr Giriraj Ratan Chandak, former chief scientist and Sir JC Bose fellow at CSIR-CCMB, said, “Our collaboration with Pt Deendayal Upadhyay Memorial Health Sciences and Ayush University of Chhattisgarh opens new avenues for implementing genetic research aimed at improving public health outcomes. Sickle cell anemia impacts many lives, and this partnership will make diagnostic tools available and deliver essential health education where it’s most needed.”
