Department of Biomedical Engineering, IIT Hyderabad, Telangana, India.

ICMR-DHR Center Of Excellence

Indian Institute Of Technology - Hyderabad.

About the Centre

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) started the Centre of Excellence (CoE) at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad in 2021. This initiative provides a robust platform for the development and advancement of medical devices and technologies, promoting innovation and bridging the gap between healthcare and technology. Since its inception, the ICMR DHR CoE has supported the development of over ten cutting-edge technologies, some of which have successfully transitioned to the market, positively impacting healthcare delivery.

The Centre's work spans a broad spectrum, including diagnostic tools, mother and child care, neonatal healthcare, rehabilitation, geriatric care, and cognitive and neurotechnology. By fostering research and collaboration, the CoE aims to address critical healthcare challenges and improve the quality of life for people across various demographics.

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Technology Supported Under the Program

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Intelligent Phototherapy Device

A 360° Phototherapy device for newborns ensuring uniform light exposure.

Nemocare Raksha

Diagnostic & Monitoring Tool

Neonatal wearable vital parameter monitoring combined with AI decision support.

Game-based Upper Limb Rehabilitation Device

Neuroplasticity Rehabilitation

A gamified platform using AI to enhance neurorehabilitation for upper limb recovery.

DiaPatch with ActiFlush Technology

Smart Flushable Diaper

An innovative adult fecal management system for improved hygiene.

ASD Diagnostic System

Clinician Support Tool

Facilitates screening and diagnosis of developmental delays including ASD.

IoT-enabled AI-powered Neuromonitoring System

Non-convulsive Seizure Diagnosis

A smart wearable designed to detect non-convulsive status epilepticus.

Image-guided Boiling Histotripsy Device

Neuroblastoma Treatment

Utilizes ultrasound for a noninvasive approach to treat neuroblastoma.

Cervical Cancer Screening Kit

A comprehensive kit for cervico-vaginal infection and cervical cancer screening.

Customized 3D Printed PCL-Silk Scaffolds

Innovative implant solutions using biocompatible 3D printed scaffolds.

Key Achievements

Collaborators

Medical Collaborators

  • NIMS, Hyderabad
  • MNR Dental College and Hospital, Hyderabad
  • AIIMS, Bibinagar, Hyderabad
  • AIG, Hyderabad
  • Kamineni, Hyderabad

Industry Collaborators

1. Nemocare Wellness Pvt Ltd
2. Chemioptics Healthcare Pvt Ltd
3. BeAble Health Pvt Ltd
4. Aerobiosys Innovations Pvt Ltd
5. Kvayat Medical Pvt Ltd
6. Hemac Healthcare Pvt Ltd
7. Jivika Healthcare Pvt Ltd
8. Cotex N Grey Pvt Ltd
9. Medorange Pvt Ltd
10. Avinya NeuroTech Pvt Ltd
11. Kaustubha Medtech Pvt Ltd
12. Vi-Hab Solutions Pvt Ltd
13. Healthora Innovations Pvt Ltd
14. BetaOne Healthcare Pvt Ltd
15. 3D Sushrut Pvt Ltd
16. Footryx Healthcare Pvt Ltd
17. CyZenMed Labs Pvt Ltd
18. Ease Equal Assistive Technology
19. Oralvis Healthcare Private Limited
20. ErankiLabs Pvt Ltd
21. Zy-Quest Global Pvt Ltd
22. Matrix Heal Pvt Ltd
23. 5N8 Health Solution Pvt Ltd
24. Sensate Interface Devices Pvt Ltd
25. Vyuha Meddata Pvt Ltd
26. Osteoforge Medtech Pvt Ltd
27. Digiomed HealthTech Pvt Ltd
28. Illume Healthcare India Pvt Ltd

PI with Affiliation - Dr. Renu John

Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

Prof. Renu John

📍 Hyderabad 502285

📞 +91 89851 56631

✉️ renujohn@bme.iith.ac.in

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Co-PIs with Affiliations

SL No Name Affiliation
1 Dr. Avinash Eranki Asst. Prof., Dept of BME, IITH
2 Dr. Falguni Pati Assoc. Prof., Dept of BME, IITH
3 Dr. Aravind Kumar Rengan Assoc. Prof., Dept of BME, IITH
4 Mr. Habib Ali Co-Founder, Beable Health, CfHE, IITH
5 Mr. Sreehari G Co-Founder, Beable Health, CfHE, IITH
6 Mr. Manoj Sankar Co-Founder, Nemocare Wellness, CfHE, IITH
7 Mr. Abhay Tanksali Co-Founder, Kvayat Medical, CfHE, IITH
8 Dr. Sai Laxman Bharadwaj B Co-Founder, Kvayat Medical, CfHE, IITH
9 Ms. Akitha Kolluju Co-Founder, Hemac Healthcare, CfHE, IITH
10 Mr. Prasad Muddam Co-Founder, Hemac Healthcare, CfHE, IITH
11 Mr. Pramod S Co-Founder, Cortex n Grey, CfHE, IITH
12 Mr. Aniket Kumar Co-Founder, Avinya Neuro Tech, CfHE, IITH
13 Ms. Sai Sowmya Darapaneni Co-Founder, Avinya Neuro Tech, CfHE, IITH
14 Dr. Ramya Bojedla Co-Founder, Osteoforge, CfHE, IITH