News from KSHEMA | Abstract to Applause - Mastering Paper and Poster Presentations

A workshop on Mastering Paper and Poster Presentations was conducted on 13th June 2026 at Lecture Hall 1, K S Hegde Medical Academy, by Dr. Adithi, Professor, General Medicine, KSHEMA. Attended by over 40 undergraduate and postgraduate students from various departments, the interactive workshop focused on developing essential skills for effective research presentation, including selecting suitable topics, writing structured abstracts, designing  impactful scientific posters and delivering confident oral presentations.

News from NICO | Participation in Adobe program

Varsha, I BA (Hons) Media & Communication, NICO participated in Adobe NEXT Live Mumbai 2026 hosted at the Grand Hyatt, Mumbai from 29th July to 1st August 2026. The event brought together students, creative professionals, designers, educators and industry experts to explore the latest developments in artificial intelligence, digital design and creative workflows. The program featured expert sessions, live demonstrations and hands-on experiences with Adobe Creative Cloud applications and AI-powered tools.

Varsha’s participation provided her with practical exposure to industry practices and opportunities to enhance her creative & technical skills. It also gave her valuable insights into emerging trends in content creation, visual communication and creative technology, along with opportunities to interact with professionals from the media and design industries.

News from NICO | Orientation Day

Nitte Institute of Communication (NICO) held its orientation for newly admitted undergraduate students of Media & Communication on 3rd August 2026 at the University Auditorium, Paneer campus.

Dr. Moulya B, Head, NICO welcomed the gathering. Guest of Honor, Mr. N V Paulose, Chairman of Global TV encouraged Gen Z students to learn from those with proven experience, emphasizing the importance of small, meaningful actions. Chief Guest Dr. Harsha Halahalli, Registrar, Nitte University described orientation as “a springtime for the university, infusing it with a breath of new life that young students bring through new ideas, new thoughts and fresh outlooks.”

Col. B.S. Ghivari (Retd.), Asst. Director (Student Affairs), assured parents of the hostel's food quality, while Dr. Murali Krishna highlighted the sports facilities. Mr. Bharat introduced counselling services; Mr. Jaison briefed on hospital facilities; and Dr. Pranamya Bhat spoke on POSH awareness.

Dr. Nisha Bharadwaj delivered the vote of thanks. Research scholars Ms. Anjali Rai and Mr. Kashyap compered the ceremony.

News from NSAMFGCN | Students’ Council Inauguration 2026-27

The inauguration of the Students’ Council 2026-27 of Dr NSAM FGC, Nitte was held at the Amphitheatre, NMAMIT Campus on 6th August 2026.

The program was graced by Dr. Sudhakar Shetty, President, Ajekar Padma Gopal Education Trust (R.), Karkala as the Chief Guest and Mr. A. Yogeesh Hegde, Director, Campus Maintenance & Development, Nitte, as the Presiding Officer.

The ceremony began with an invocation, followed by the welcome address. The newly elected Student Council members were presented with their badges by the Chief Guest, formally marking the beginning of their tenure. Mr. Vijay Pal Singh Chouhan was elected as the Students’ Council Secretary and Mr. Vivek Shetty as the Joint Secretary. The secretaries of various associations, cells and forums, along with the class representatives, were also introduced during the ceremony. The newly elected council members then took the Oath of Office, administered by the Principal, affirming their commitment to discharge their responsibilities with sincerity and integrity. The ceremonial handover of the college flag from the Principal to the newly elected Students’ Council Secretary further symbolised the transfer of responsibility and leadership.

Chief Guest Dr. Sudhakar Shetty emphasised the importance of responsible leadership, effective communication and service. He encouraged the Students’ Council to learn from failures, use their positions responsibly and uphold the legacy of Shri N V Hegde, Founder Chancellor, Nitte University, through vision, dedication and commitment. Appreciating the education, discipline and conduct of Dr. NSAM FGC students, he highlighted the institution’s contributions through education, NSS, sports and other initiatives supporting persons with disabilities. He urged students to use their knowledge and talents for the betterment of society and to pursue their dreams with confidence, reminding them, “If you can dream it, you can do it.”

Following the Chief Guest’s address, the newly appointed Association Secretaries presented their Plans of Action for 2026-27, outlining the initiatives and activities planned for the academic year. The Students’ Council Secretary, Mr. Vijay Pal Singh Chouhan shared the Council’s vision and initiatives for the year ahead.

Mr. A. Yogeesh Hegde, in his presidential address, offered his guidance to the newly appointed student leaders and encouraged them to make meaningful contributions to the institution.

The ceremony concluded with the vote of thanks.

News from KSHEMA | AnyBody Can Do Research (ABCD)

AAROH, the Undergraduate Research Society of K S Hegde Medical Academy introduced the undergraduate medical students to the fundamentals of research, covering research methodology, ICMR guidelines, literature review, abstract writing, AI tools in research and the Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC) approval process through its interactive program, AnyBody Can Do Research (ABCD) on 14th & 21st March and 16th May 2026 through blended sessions held at Lecture Hall 1, Medicine Seminar Hall and via Google Meet.

Led by Dr. Ravikiran S R, Dr. Adithi Shetty and Dr. Ankeeta Menona, the interactive sessions equipped participants with practical skills in scientific writing, evidence appraisal and ethical research practices while enhancing their confidence to conceptualize and initiate independent research projects. The enthusiastic participation, engaging discussions and high-quality outputs reflected the program's success in fostering research literacy and encouraging long-term involvement in academic research.

News from KSHEMA | Beyond ChatGPT: AI Tools in Research

AAROH, the Undergraduate Research Society in collaboration with INCISICON 2.0 conducted a workshop on Beyond ChatGPT: AI Tools in Research on 19th July 2026 at the MEU Hall, K S Hegde Medical Academy.

The resource person, Dr. Ankeeta Menona Jacob, Professor, Community Medicine, KSHEMA introduced the 28 participants to specialized AI tools, including Elicit AI, Consensus AI, Jenni AI, Perplexity AI, Formester and Jotform, for literature searching, evidence synthesis, questionnaire development and ethical academic writing. Through hands-on group activities and expert guidance, participants learned to use AI responsibly, evaluate scientific evidence, and improve research efficiency while avoiding inaccurate citations and misinformation.

News from NIAHS | 4th National Conference of Nitte Imaging Technology (NCNIT-2026)

The Departments of Medical Imaging Technology, Nitte Institute of Allied Health Sciences (NIAHS) and Radiodiagnosis & Imaging of K S Hegde Medical Academy in association with the Indian Society of Radiographers and Technologists organized the 4th National Conference of Nitte Imaging Technology (NCNIT-2026) on 7th & 8th February 2026 at the K S Hegde Auditorium, Deralakatte. The conference was conducted with the objective of promoting academic excellence, research collaboration and technological advancements in the field of medical imaging.

Chief Guest, Mr. Nandakumar Velayudhan Pillai, Director (Refinery), Mangalore Refinery & Petrochemicals Limited highlighted the importance of technological innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration in advancing healthcare diagnostics. The function was presided over by Prof. (Dr) M S Moodithaya, Vice Chancellor, Nitte DU who emphasized the institution’s commitment to quality education, research and skill development in allied health sciences.

The conference featured keynote lectures, invited talks, panel discussions, oral presentations, scientific paper presentations, poster presentations and proffered papers. Experts and professionals from reputed institutions across India shared their knowledge on recent developments in medical imaging technology including modern imaging techniques, radiation safety and innovations in radiology. Scientific & educational presentations were conducted in various categories such as CT, MRI, Radiography, Radiation Protection, Nuclear Medicine and Interventional Radiology.

Around 900 participants from 60+ institutions across 8 states attended the conference and actively engaged in academic discussions, knowledge exchange and networking.

News from NIPT | UG Orientation Program

Nitte Institute of Physiotherapy organized the Orientation Program to welcome the newly admitted Bachelor of Physiotherapy students on 3rd August 2026. The program aimed to familiarize students and their parents with the institution, faculty, academic environment and the professional journey ahead.

Ms. Sameena Manna introduced the objectives of the orientation program followed by an invocation by Ms. Kavya Bhat. Prof. (Dr) Dhanesh Kumar K U delivered the welcome address and encouraged the students to make the best use of the opportunities provided by the institution and wished them success in their academic journey.

Chief Guest, Prof. (Dr) M S Moodithaya, Vice Chancellor, Nitte DU motivated the students by emphasizing professionalism, ethical practice, dedication and the importance of lifelong learning in the healthcare profession. Presiding Officer, Prof. (Dr) M Shantharam Shetty highlighted the values of discipline, compassion, commitment and continuous learning as essential qualities for becoming a competent physiotherapist. The program concluded with the vote of thanks, delivered by Mr. Hemanth Kumar R.

Post-lunch, a Mentor-Mentee meeting was conducted, where the newly admitted students met their faculty mentors who explained the mentoring system, discussed academic expectations and addressed the students' initial questions and concerns.

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News from NSAMEMHS | Awareness program on the ill effects of tobacco

Dr. NSAM English Medium High School organized an awareness program on the Ill effects of Tobacco on 1st August 2026 at the School. The program aimed at educating students about the physical, mental and social dangers of addiction and substance abuse.

Principal, Ms. Radha Prabhu highlighted the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle and staying away from tobacco and other forms of substance abuse. A short video & presentation on the subject was also delivered during the program by Ms. Sahana.